Located within the Cheshire countryside, The Macdonald Portal Hotel is 10 miles from Chester. It offers 3 golf courses, an indoor pool, a spa and an award-winning restaurant. Rooms at The Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa feature spacious bathrooms with baths and walk-in showers. They also have flat-screen TVs and WiFi access. The spa centre has a sauna, salt and ice rooms and a wide range of beauty treatments. There is an air-conditioned gym and one of the golf courses is of Championship standard. Ranulf Restaurant serves traditional cuisine and has an emphasis on organic food. The Lounge Bar brews fresh coffee and has a light snack menu. Oulton Park Race Circuit, which hosts events such as the British Touring Cars and British Superbikes, is only 2 miles away. Free parking is available at the Portal Hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.4
Low score for Tarporley
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kaur
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel with beautiful surroundings, really peaceful.
  • Chrissy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I felt like Emily Gilmore. Very classic golf hotel. Very lovely ground
  • June
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We didn’t have time for breakfast as we were out early as we had a funeral to go to! The room was excellent warm,clean and lovely comfy beds,and dog friendly is a bonus!
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was great. Clean, comfortable and lovely throughout
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent quiet and scenic location, friendly staff, good maid service, use of the gym and pool included in the accommodation price
  • Cai
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location, room was spacious and comfortable
  • Jill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was spacious and comfortable. Restaurant great.
  • Suzi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good price on booking.com Swimming pool Friendly staff Water tap available
  • Candice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenient location, helpful staff and great breakfast
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel, I’ve stayed before and knew it was great. Good value for the quality of the accommodation

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Scottish Steakhouse
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Steakhouse
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort 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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 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

All beauty treatments and golf sessions must be booked prior to arrival and are subject to availability.

You are advised to make your dinner reservations before arrival.

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.

Children 12 years and under sharing suitable room with 2 adults are inclusive of Bed and breakfast, all other meals are charged as taken.

Please note that the hotel doesn't accept any cash payments

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

FAQs about Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort

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

  • Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • Scottish Steakhouse

  • Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is 1,050 yards from the centre of Tarporley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort include:

    • Double
    • Suite

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

  • Guests staying at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Yes, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

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