In the heart of the historical district, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa offers a tranquil retreat with mini golf and a soothing spa. Unwind at the indoor pool or on the serene garden grounds while taking advantage of in-room WiFi, fitness classes, and helpful staff.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Gym
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Meeting rooms
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $87
$87
includes taxes & fees
$73 per night
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
195 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed
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Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
195 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
195 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
195 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Accessible Twin)
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
195 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed (Standard Single)
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
195 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
195 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
195 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Parkgate Road, Ledsham, Nr Chester, Ellesmere Port, England, CH66 9PB
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
Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 13 min drive
John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 30 min drive
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 35 min drive
Capenhurst Station - 4 min drive
Little Sutton Station - 5 min drive
Hooton Station - 6 min drive
Restaurants
The Crafty Tavern Limited - 4 min drive
The White Swan - 5 min drive
Old Wirral Hundred - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
The Straw Hat - 6 min drive
About this property
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester
At Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet. You can visit the spa to indulge in body wraps or aromatherapy, and British cuisine is served at Craxton Wood Grill, which is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features of this eco-certified hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hungarian, Polish, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
72 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Mini golf
What to do
Fitness classes
Pilates classes
Yoga classes
Mini golf
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1999
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Health club
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
The onsite 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.
Dining
Craxton Wood Grill - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
The Cocktail Bar & Lounge - Overlooking the garden, this bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Onsite venue #3 - This coffee shop serves light fare only. Open daily.
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 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Children are allowed in the pool 9-11 AM and 3-6 PM.
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 Hotel Spa
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Hotel
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Ellesmere Port
Frequently asked questions
Does Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester 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 Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino Liverpool (23-min drive) and Mecca Bingo (29-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester includes fitness classes, Pilates, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester?
Yes, Craxton Wood Grill offers British cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester like?
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is located a short 20-minute walk from Burton Mere Wetlands.
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Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2025
Hotel, room and amenities fantastic..
Cooked breakfast awful
craig
craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2025
Great staff really helpful
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Great stay
Lovely room, hotel, and pool.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2025
Fine.
Overall fine.
Bed wash is bit on the soft side.
Toilet roll holder hanging off wall.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Must stay, great price and great offerings
Great Place to stay, use of spa facilities included in the price.
Sudhakar
Sudhakar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
Lovely location
Lovely comfy beds and great food
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
A enjoyable vacation
That’s a good and comfortable hotel, we had a relax and happy trip, the receptionist in the morning also very thoughtful, he did remind us the swimming rules when he knows we want to pay and extend the checkout time to swim with my son. Thank you~
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2025
Ok but not the best.
Room was large and overall an ok stay. Food prices and quality did not match. As a vegan I found the options & quality not great& breakfast highly over priced given I could not eat most of the food on offer.
wayne
wayne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Another great stay
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2024
Lovely hotel
Friendly, helpful staff, clean hotel
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2024
Great stay. Staff were wonderful. Rooms could do with a little TLC
Hamid
Hamid, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 25, 2024
We opted to stay in double delux room which in theory was just a doucle room with a table and chairs put in
Brien
Brien, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 19, 2025
Will not return
Reception not attentive no times for gym or swim given. No breakfast offered just keys and told directions to the room.
Aileen
Aileen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Another great stay
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Another great stay , breakfast always freshly served.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Perfect Stay
Great food , freshly cooked breakfast.
ian
ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Lovely getaway: nice relaxing swim and steam room, wonderfully comfortable rooms and a delicious breakfast
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
Another great stay
Great stay , room service very good variety.
Mr B
Mr B, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2024
Check in was straightforward,a quite relaxing hotel,very near to Cheshire oaks for shopping enthusiast.
bryn
bryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Another great stay .
Food excellent, service A1
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
My local stay when at chester . Great food and service
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 29, 2024
Restaurant looked very posh and beautifully modern. However booked a deluxe room and it was incredibly outdated, very below standard
Lucinda
Lucinda, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 28, 2024
Positives:
Good sized room with comfy bed
Breakfast was plentiful, tasty and served hot
Negatives:
Our bedroom was tired, dated and not thoroughly cleaned
Receptionist was unwelcoming and lacked customer care
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
Great stay.
Great stay.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 14, 2024
Friendly welcoming staff, tasty food, large rooms and comfy beds but conference facilities were not as good as expected (cold rooms and projector to dim for a bright room), bedroom was initially cold as all heating switched off, long walk to bedrooms from reception and very inflexible Manager regrading changes to booking dates (charges would be made).