Located within 27 acres of gardens and woodland, the Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester has free parking and a spa. With an award-winning restaurant and cocktail bar, the hotel is 7 miles from Chester Racecourse. Rooms at Craxton Wood are decorated and offer walnut work desks and scenic views. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with Freeview and tea and coffee facilities. The 1 AA rosette winning British Grill serves modern British food. The Cocktail Bar offers afternoon teas and inventive cocktails, and there is also a poolside coffee bar. Close to the Welsh Border, Macdonald Craxton Wood is surrounded by countryside. The grounds have orchards and rose gardens, and there is also a spa with an 18-metre swimming pool, sauna, gym and treatment rooms. On the outskirts of Chester, Craxton Wood Hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from Cheshire Oaks Shopping Outlet. Ellesmere Port and Chester Zoo are both 15 minutes’ drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.4
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.2
Low score for Ledsham
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Grill @ Craxton Wood
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
    Wellness
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Groups
    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.

    When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester

    • Room options at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester include:

      • Triple
      • Double
      • Suite
      • Twin
      • Single

    • Yes, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester has 1 restaurant:

      • The Grill @ Craxton Wood

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is 0.8 miles from the centre of Ledsham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Guests staying at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Breakfast to go

    • Check-in at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Children's playground
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Facial treatments
      • Body wrap
      • Personal trainer
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Body treatments
      • Yoga classes
      • Beauty Services
      • Steam room
      • Manicure
      • Fitness
      • Fitness/spa locker rooms
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Body scrub
      • Fitness classes
      • Waxing services
      • Spa facilities
      • Pedicure
      • Swimming Pool