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Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with full-service spa and health club

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Garden views, serves lunch and dinner
Reviews
7.6

Good

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Map
Parkgate Road, Ledsham, Nr Chester, Ellesmere Port, England, CH66 9PB
  • Popular LocationBlue Planet Aquarium7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChester Zoo8 min drive
  • Popular LocationChester Racecourse11 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)35 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Ellesmere Port

At Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, you'll be 10.3 km (6.4 mi) from Chester Zoo and 21.3 km (13.2 mi) from Royal Albert Dock. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Craxton Wood Grill, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Cocktail Bar & Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to mini golf and aerobics classes. Business amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Ellesmere Port hotel, attractions include Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and Chester City Walls.

What's nearby

  • Blue Planet Aquarium - 7 min drive
  • Chester Zoo - 8 min drive
  • Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet - 9 min drive
  • Chester City Walls - 10 min drive
  • Chester Racecourse - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Capenhurst Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Olde Red Lion - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • The Straw Hat - 6 min drive
  • The White Swan - 5 min drive
  • Cheshire Yeoman - 2 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa

Upscale hotel with full-service spa and health club
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ellesmere Port hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Ellesmere Port hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Hungarian, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Craxton Wood Grill
  • The Cocktail Bar & Lounge

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Barclaycard. 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Craxton
Craxton Wood
Macdonald Craxton
Macdonald Craxton Wood
Macdonald Craxton Wood Ellesmere Port
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Ellesmere Port
Macdonald Craxton Wood & Spa
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa Hotel
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa Ellesmere Port
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa Hotel Ellesmere Port

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & 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 Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa on 2 June 2024 start from AU$138.29, 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 Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa is Thurstaston Beach (14.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

No, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & 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 Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 675 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 675 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 675 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 675 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 675 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Samantha, Oldham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was spacious and comfortable. The bed was not, in fact, a super king but rather two single beds pushed together which were different heights, making the bed somewhat awkward to share. The spa has limited facilities and disinterested staff who did not greet us, despite there being three of them on the desk, they simply informed us we needed to sign in after we had wandered around for a few minutes trying to get our bearings. Ample parking on gravel areas dotted around the venue, however limited lighting and random outbuildings made the area seem less than desirable. When the fire alarm activated at 23:30, no staff appeared to direct guests out of the building which could be understood in a larger hotel, however there were only two floors and at no point was a register taken to ensure guests were safely outside, no apology was issued for the late hour and neither was any reassurance given, simply one member of staff in a high vis jacket who appeared to tell a few guests it was safe to return to the building and this message was then dispersed amongst the other guests as there were no staff in sight. In the morning, check out was extremely efficient, as I was simply asked my room number and neither asked for feedback on my stay, not wished a pleasant onward journey. Again, no apology provided for the disturbance the previous night. Overall, very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay.
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Weekend trip
Nice hotel and spa, a bit weird having to walk outside from the spa to get back to the hotel room. friendly staff and good service. Food and drinks were very overpriced which spoiled it. £28 for avocado on toast breakfast I would expect to pay at the Savoy! Overall a nice trip but the catering costs spoiled it. I would recommend eating elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great..but bar and restaurant expensive
Lovely hotel, great staff, reasonable price to stay, however the bar and restaurant prices were very excessive. I guess its down to being a captive audience and greed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ranu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very tired desperately in need of renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Craxton wood wirral
Great stay at the Caxton wood- can’t fault it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024