Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester, Ledsham (Cheshire) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Parkgate Rd, Chester, Ledsham (Cheshire), United Kingdom, CH66 9PB

Very good

7.3

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3.4

“Craxton Wood is beautifully nestled in serene rural surroundings, providing a peaceful escape and easy access to nearby attractions.”view full review

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa is a 4-star hotel featuring a spa, wellness center, and extensive lodging options set within 27 acres of Cheshire woodland. The hotel's Vital Health & Wellbeing Club offers luxury treatments and a state-of-the-art gym. Guests can enjoy various amenities including dining options and versatile meeting spaces.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa include modern and classic accommodations with en-suite bathrooms, many offering garden or woodland views. Spacious rooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and complimentary toiletries. Accessible rooms are also available with extra space for wheelchair access.

Dining & Leisure Options

Guests can dine at the Craxton Wood Grill, which serves classic British dishes using locally sourced ingredients. The hotel also features a Cocktail Bar & Lounge, perfect for pre-dinner drinks or afternoon tea. Light snacks are available at the Vital Coffee Bar located within the spa area.

Business & Events

The hotel's conference center is equipped with flexible meeting spaces for events up to 300 attendees, ideal for corporate gatherings. Tailored team building activities, including outdoor challenges and evening entertainment, enhance corporate experiences. Wedding services are available, supported by a dedicated coordinator.

Spa & Leisure Facilities

Leisure amenities include a thermal suite, swimming pool, and a gym outfitted with Life Fitness equipment. Guests can relax with ELEMIS spa treatments or take part in outdoor activities in the surrounding woodland. The hotel is also pet-friendly, welcoming well-behaved dogs and their owners.

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Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Family Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Bathtub

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Twin Room Disability Access

2 persons

195 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Bathtub

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Location

Parkgate Rd, Chester, Ledsham (Cheshire), United Kingdom, CH66 9PB

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Parkgate Rd, Chester, Ledsham (Cheshire), United Kingdom, CH66 9PB

City landmarks

Garden

Gordale Garden Centre

1.2 mi

Landmark

Burton Mere Wetlands

4000 ft

Landmark

Two Mills Presbyterian Church

4100 ft

Landmark

DDL

4300 ft

Landmark

Badgers Rake Lane

1.1 mi

Nature reserve

RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands

1.9 mi

Landmark

St Michael's Church

1.7 mi

Landmark

Saint Nicholas

1.7 mi

Landmark

Missing Link

1.6 mi

Landmark

Shotwick Bridge

1.8 mi

Landmark

Heath Lane

1.9 mi

Church

Parish Church Of John the Evangelist

2.2 mi

Garden

Ness Botanic Gardens

2.5 mi

Landmark

Hooton Park Trust

2.3 mi

Event hall

Mad Dog Rehearsal studios

2.2 mi

Landmark

Royal British Legion

2.2 mi

Landmark

Shotwick Castle

2.5 mi

Church

Christ Church

2.3 mi

Landmark

The Wirral Way

2.3 mi

Golf Course

Ellesmere Port Golf Club

2.5 mi

Church

Little Sutton Methodist Church

2.3 mi

Landmark

Wings Club

2.3 mi

Landmark

St Paul's Church

2.4 mi

Landmark

Ness Seat

2.4 mi

Landmark

Ness Gardens Summerhouse

2.4 mi

Landmark

Street Hey Lane

2.5 mi

Landmark

Burton Point

2.6 mi

Landmark

University of Liverpool Leahurst Veterinary School

2.6 mi

Church

Whitby Methodist Church

2.6 mi

Landmark

Burton Point Hillfort

2.6 mi

Nearby

Two Mills Presbyterian Church

3900 ft

Restaurants

Brewers Fayre Tudor Rose

2500 ft

Parkgate Road Wirral

Getting around

City Centre

Ledsham (Cheshire)17 min · 4600 ft

Airports

Chester Hawarden Airport (CEG)25 min · 10.2 mi

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)62 min · 25.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop9 min · 3.6 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP24 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Hungarian, Polish

Year renovated:

2011

Number of rooms:

Former name

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 763 verified reviews

6.8/10

Nice

60%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.7/10

Comfort

7.8/10

Facilities

7.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Location

8.3/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Staff

8.1/10

Value for money

7.1/10

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