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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and golf course

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Indoor pool, pool loungers
Golf
Hallway
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug

Explore the area

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Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
  • Oulton Park Circuit
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Ice Cream Farm
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Chester Zoo
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

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

Family Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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 eco-friendly 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

  • Oulton Park Circuit - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Beeston Castle - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • The Ice Cream Farm - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Chester Zoo - 20 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Chester City Walls - 20 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Cuddington Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬14 min walk
  • Checkers Bar & Restaurant Oulton Park
  • Fishpool Inn
  • ‪Vale Royal Abbey Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • Sandstone Cafe

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and golf course
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 eco-certified 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Latvian

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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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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).

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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 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa on 28 Aug 2025 start from NZ$195.62, 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. 198 out of 529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 529 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy parking - nice countryside - local chip shop - local town of Tarporley has nice bars - good sized pool - terrible decor around pool ceiling, walls & changing rooms - no air con
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prayag

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ershad Hussain Basha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good stay. Staff not very helpful. SPA staff were rude and not helpful. Otherwise room was good and nice environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Area was lovely outside peaceful. Great spa services. Staff polite. Room clean .loved the fact had a bath and shower separate. Water dispenser available on all floors. The pool area could do with a paint, as pipes looking bit rusty and ceiling peeling in areas. Would been nice to have a jacuzzi.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay and very accommodating as we had our horse lorry as we were competing at Kelsall international.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nikhil

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hotel & spa was nice Reception staff very friendly & helpful Bar was the same.. Dining room staff wasn't great, asked for sauce's & very received them.. dessert was brought out when table was still full of dirty dinner plates.. Room had ripped curtains, a stain on bed sheet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pool area needs some TLC our room was clean. Bed super comfy. Wouldn't stay again as we have stayed in better 4 star jotels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well we couldn’t have asked for more, the lady on reception was a delight, the manager too. We had a lovely clean and spacious room with such a comfortable bed. Eating in the bar was a great experience, the food was stunning. The lady serving in the bar could not have been nicer, great recommendations and service. Relaxing pool and sauna. The perfect stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We found the hotel was just an average one. We failed to see how it could be regarded as 5 star by previous guests. On reflection we would have been better staying in a good Premier Inn or similar and visiting this hotel's spa facilities as a Day Guest. The spa, gym and swing side of this hotel were certainly above average.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great break, great hotel

Lovely hotel, fantastic room, staff couldnt do enough for you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025