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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property
Golfers find their paradise at this countryside retreat where the 18-hole course beckons for a round before relaxation awaits at the indoor pool

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The Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers outdoor activities and indoor comfort. Enjoy golf lessons, stroll through tranquil gardens, or lounge by the indoor pool. The Spa provides relaxation treatments, and the Scottish Steakhouse serves British cuisine with course views.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is €162
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun

Room options

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

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior 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

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

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

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

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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

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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)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Family Room, Multiple Beds

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

Located in Tarporley, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Little Budworth Country Park and Marbury Country Park, while Nantwich Museum and Chester Music Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oulton Park Circuit or St Luke's Barton Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tarporley travel guide
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Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ

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
    10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Abbeywood Gardens
    10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Morris Dancer
    9 min drive
  • Calveley Mill Cafe
    8 min drive
  • The Swan Hotel
    13 min walk
  • Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre & Countryside Park
    2 min drive
  • Fishpool Inn
    4 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

  • Upscale hotel in a rural location
  • Take advantage of a golf course, a terrace and a garden at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as golf lessons, a golf pro shop and a restaurant with golf course views. Treat yourself to a body treatment, aromatherapy or a massage at The Spa at Portal, the on-site spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Scottish Steakhouse, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
    • A 24-hour front desk, massage treatment rooms and coffee/tea in reception
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 85 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

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

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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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 7 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa on 24 Jun 2026 start from €162, 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 Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre, Little Budworth Country Park and Oulton Park Circuit. Abbeywood Gardens and Beeston Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 610 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Molly

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stay here around once a month and it is a lovely hotel. Only negative is that if it is the lady on check in desk on an evening she has never been there to greet me once and I'm often stood waiting. The young gentleman however always provides a 5 star service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, lovely beds and pillows everything was perfect in the room, loved the Elemis products in the bathroom. Dinner was superb I recommend the Burger! Breakfast was cooked to order it was served hot and was so tasty, Claire&Olga looked after us very well, lovely ladies, Alison and the reception team made us very welcome and were very helpful, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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

6/10 Okay

Viola

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Itll be good to have a kettle in each room because its winter and warm drinks are essential. Chairs in the bar will need upgrading, old and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bethany Gemma

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a few cobwebs in the room/bathroom and the shower was very cold. However, all of the staff were kind and welcoming and the pool was very clean with great changing facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very helpful and it is in lovely quiet surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lee

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

Macdonald Portal Hotel. Tarporley

Room was fantastic, Staff are always friendly and helpful! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big room, tastefully decorated. Clean room and bathroom. Quality toiletries and very comfy bed. All staff friendly and professional. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Great venue for spa day,golf day,or bargain friend get-together stay. Handy for Chester and Delamere. Rooms could do with upgrade ( 1 wall heater so no winter break !!) Cleanliness was average.Staff were fine. Breakfast they claim would be £24 if room only: go B&B! -not worth £24 or £12. Breakfast organisation was not the best - no side plates,butter -so that needs looking at. The restaurant is pleasant but food very expensive for what you get - I advise going into Tarporley in the evening. Gold course looks first rate and you can walk round.Pool is big and spa treatment was recommended by my friend. Facilities 9/10 ; Room 6/10 ( good size) ; food was godd but sparse for price 6/10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have been here three times now absolutely relaxing and lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property and outstanding service. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just back from a lovely weekend celebrating birthday and engagement at the portal golf and spa resort, greeted by two really pleasant and welcoming staff at check in informed us on all useful information regarding hotel, restaurants and spa. The views and grounds around the hotel was Beautiful. Hotel was fully booked but was always easy to get booked in for food the bar had a really pleasant atmosphere about it and all the people stay here was really chatty so great weekend all in all definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Lovely Stay

Really easy and friendly check in. Food was very nice and the service was excelent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Hotel team are all very helpful and polite. Rooms are very comfortable and the showers are good! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025