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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property
Tarporley hotel with golf course and spa

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Hallway
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Golf
Exterior
Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers a serene retreat with golf lessons on its 18-hole course, a tranquil garden, and an indoor pool with sun loungers. Relax at The Spa at Portal or indulge in British cuisine with golf course views at Scottish Steakhouse.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Business center

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$83 nightly
The total price is $100
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Wellness sanctuary
The full-service spa offers daily treatments from aromatherapy to facials. A sauna, steam room, and garden create the perfect setting for total rejuvenation.
Savor British flavors
Experience British cuisine at this hotel's restaurant and bar. Full breakfast is offered to start each delicious day.
Golf paradise
A full-service spa helps golfers wind down after hitting the links at this hotel. The 18-hole course, pro shop, and golf lessons await.

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • 295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • 195 sq ft
  • 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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ

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

  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 36 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 39 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 46 min drive
  • Cuddington Station - 8 min drive
  • Hartford Station - 10 min drive
  • Mouldsworth Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox And Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Morris Dancer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Calveley Mill Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Farmers Arms - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

A great stay at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa can include a round of golf at the 18-hole course. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, or aromatherapy, and British cuisine is served at Scottish Steakhouse, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 85 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Golf lessons
  • Golfing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Golf course on site
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Scottish Steakhouse - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Lounge Bar - Overlooking the golf course, this lobby lounge specializes in British cuisine and serves light fare only.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 24.00 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa and nearby?

Tee off at the onsite golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, Scottish Steakhouse offers British cuisine and golf course views.

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Reviews

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Spa
Food
Bed
Children
Shower
Bar
Pool

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A1 stay
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in beautiful grounds.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful stay

Hotel and staff wonderful. Down side, no soap at the sink in the bathrooms and no USB port in the bedroom.
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, friendly s
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly & helpful.
Lee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Chester weekend break lovely hotel would stay their again.
Shaun, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We have stayed at this hotel 12 months previously, and I would say there is no obvious or dramatic change. The property could do with a bit of a facelift/lick of paint here & there (particularly in the bathrooms/shower in the rooms). I have to say though that the staff are very friendly & helpful. We had a particular problem with noise in our room (316) related to the AC/heating system. The staff were really understanding and arranged a different room. We really enjoyed the pool / spa facilities. The bar food menu was OK, but nothing special (maybe we should have gone in the restaurant). Overall good stay, and staff outstanding,so we will be back.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
lee, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good stay. Staff not very helpful. SPA staff were rude and not helpful. Otherwise room was good and nice environment.
Ershad Hussain Basha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent spa, good food and service.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice

Good hotel bed was 2 angles pushed together so dipped in the middle but nice spacious room.
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Great staff Lovely bed and pillows Painting was happening in the hallway so a bit off putting for a romantic get away. Breakfast staff excellent but food dry and cold. Location fabulous
kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and great room. Gym had plenty of equipment and was spotless. Lovely location.
richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall the property is really good, staff is really friendly and helpful, the restaurant is really good and the breakfast was very good as well. Maybe they need to change a few things, like for example, our sink was broken, not sure for how long, but you'd like to think that a hotel like that will act quicker to those type of situations. Even with that, as for us it was a minor, we would like to stay again, the pool is really good and is so nice for walking.
Monica, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Reasonable
RICKY, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely hotel .. awful sleep

The hotel itself was perfect . Room was brilliant size , breakfast was good .. spa was amazing.. pool was freezing .. and good course / grounds for a walk were absolutely gorgeous. My only issue was 3rd floor seemed to be full of Children and while I don't mind them .. we had one next door that screamed the walls down for hours on end in the night. A baby id understand but he was 11/12 screaming and shouting at his parents who did nothing and at one point seemed to leave the room Not the hotels fault just don't think I'd put a young couple in the middle of a floor full of kids .
laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a great place to stay in a lovely location. We have stayed here on a number of occasions and the only thing that continues to let the hotel down is the service in the restaurant at both breakfast and dinner. They are not attentive and are very slow. This is such a shame but would not stop me staying here again.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Catch up with family.

Enjoyed our stay overall. Comfortable room, good facilities. Evening meal was great. Breakfast, choice of eggs a bit lacking. Had to ask for a couple of items.
Nicola, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Only go for the golf.

Overall was good, but really let down by the restaurant. Evening meal portions were tiny and expensive Lack of staff on bars and serving food. Pre ordered starter didn't arrive until the main course, despite chasing two people. Nice hotel but let down by the restaurant.
Glen, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Give this a miss.

Shocking service again at this hotel. Seems to survive putely from the Golf Tripd and Blue Rinse bus tours. Use for work over the years and always let you down no matter which manager you complain to. A shame as the staff do try, but it is terrible. Sat for a half hour at breakfast and nobody even came to take my drinks order. Wont be using ever again. Far better hotels locally.
Stephen, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Food was poor: items missing from the menu eg no anchovies in Caesar salad, no Stone Bass etc
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Disabled guest

The accessible room was fine except that the shower floor wet room was tiled so nervous when wet. Little supply of room biscuits/ milk/ tea etc. Service at breakfast was very slow and inefficiently done. Pool was fine to use, plenty of changing room space.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

This hotel is very dated the spa is on clean not working and doesn’t get serviced enough
Mohammed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good
Gavin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff were really good and the room and bed were very comfortable. Before we arrived I asked about zero alcohol drinks and was told they had 3 zero beers and 1 gin. However there was only one zero beer available (Peroni) and no gin, so this waz disappointing. I think the accommodation rates are overpriced and the breakfast is also overpriced aling with the bar tariffs...
John, 1-night trip