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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Property class: 4

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A large building with multiple sections, a well-maintained lawn, and a sand bunker.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a carpeted floor.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a television, framed artwork on the walls, and a glass door entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a round table, and a window with curtains.
A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a tea service on a table.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
  • Place, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Budworth Country Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oulton Park Circuit
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a chandelier.

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a large mirror, and a chandelier.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Super Deluxe Double Double)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Super Deluxe Double Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Deluxe Family 4)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Deluxe Family 4)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tarporley

At Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Little Budworth Country Park. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a golf course and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at The Spa at Portal can include massages, body scrubs and facials along with access to the sauna and steam room. The restaurant, Scottish Steakhouse, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lounge Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Tarporley hotel, attractions include Chester Zoo and Chester City Walls.

What's nearby

  • Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Little Budworth Country Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Oulton Park Circuit - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Beeston Castle - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Abbeywood Gardens - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Cuddington Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delamere Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Morris Dancer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vale Royal Abbey Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alvanley Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A health club, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Tarporley hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers 85 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and hairdryers.

This Tarporley hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The Spa at Portal has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge Bar
  • Scottish Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 24.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Macdonald Hotel Portal
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Golf Hotel Tarporley
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Portal Golf Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

As of 3 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa on 27 Sept 2026 start from NZ$201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yep, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yep, The Spa at Portal is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a pool?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is served weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

No, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yep, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa has an 18-hole golf course. Golf lessons and a golf pro shop are also available.

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 624 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, food excellent and staff were welcoming and made our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome and clean room, comfortable bed and good shower. Ideal for a one night stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Location perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very nice and the staff are always friendly! Georgia was on reception at check in and she was helpful and polite, and made me fell very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and facilties
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property clean and functional. Very Golf oriented as expected. Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast basic for £18
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really spacious and clean. It was a little bit old as the carpet was a bit worn in places which was a shame. The pool area was nice and was well maintained. The breakfast was regularly stocked which was a bonus as some hotels are very slow at refreshing the breakfast! All in all, a nice hotel on beautiful grounds. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk receptionist was polite and friendly and the hotel generally has a nice "feel" about the place. Room was superb ( 320 )
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
clean spacious room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly, room good size
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in beautiful grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some areas looking a little tired but generally all fine. The staff worked hard to make sure that guest needs were met.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms ok but service goes downhill quickly when the hotel is busy - had to wait 5 minutes for someone to turn up at the reception desk and the breakfast is limited to a greasy buffet with no real healthy options. Service definitely different to other MacDonald hotels once they have a larger number of guests
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was immaculate, the staff all very helpful and couldn't have done any more for us. We also attended an event there and the organisation was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good place to stay

lovely hotel - amazing staff really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laird Leighton

On arrival we where greeted by a beautiful lady who’s name I cannot remember but she was very nice and gave us all the information about the area that we needed including help with travel time to different locations. The hotel is very nice and clean and the surrounding views are astonishing. Nice room with plenty of space for us both to not feel like we were in each others way and an amazing huge bed which was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are clean and showers are good, Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay for families
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As described
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotels.com asked for a breakfast specific review, so: Breakfast was a quick and simple hot and cold buffet with plenty of delicious things on offer. Decent coffees are an issue though as you have to pay extra, which seems a little old fashioned. and sometimes they don't switch the coffee machine on early enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

vince

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two members of the Portal team consistently impress with friendly courteous welcoming conversation on arrival/departure from Joe. Equalled by welcoming open service from Olga managing breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026