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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa

Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
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About us

Designed to make a lasting impression with championship golf course and superb conference space, 4 Star Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa merges countryside tranquillity with city style facilities. Manchester and Liverpool airports are both just 40 minutes away, while motorway and rail links make Macdonald Portal Hotel within striking distance of key northern cities. For rail travellers, Crewe station is a mere 25 minutes drive away, while the major trunk road, the A49, is only two minutes away and connects to the M56 with its onward route towards Liverpool or Manchester. OUR FACILITIES With conference facilities for up to 200 and nine spacious meeting rooms all equipped to the highest standard, there is a space to suit your needs - whether that’s a spot for a low key boardroom meeting or a high profile presentation, seminar or launch. Flexible space can be tailored to suit your business requirements, while rooms benefit from air conditioning, unlimited free Wifi – with extra bandwidth available - and are flooded with natural light. Our professional conference team will ensure your event runs smoothly, while our extensive grounds provide the perfect playground for exciting team-building events and corporate away days. For more serious play, the 18-hole Championship and Premier Golf Courses and 9-hole Arderne course have established Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa as a distinctive world class championship golf venue. When it’s time to wind right down, our new Scottish Steakhouse is perfect, or network over a refreshing drink in the lounge bar. For an even more relaxing option, the leisure centre provides pool, Technogym and spa. For overnight delegates, there are 85 comfortable bedrooms with desk space for that important office catch-up, free parking and ample lounge space. OUR PLEDGE SAFE & SOUND Our in-house teams and world-class partners have been working flat-out to set new standards of hygiene and safety for all our returning guests. We have introduced a comprehensive approach which sets a new benchmark for the hospitality industry. We call it "Safe & Sound". Please click on the link below to learn more. www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/safe-sound At Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa we are committed to ensuring your conference or business event needs are met. We adhere to the Macdonald Meetings promise, which means a dedicated booking consultant will supply you with a best rate response within 30 minutes of your enquiry. You can count on a seamless service with expert support throughout.

Venue Details

ChainMacdonald Hotels and Resorts
BrandMacdonald Hotels and Resorts
Built2007
Renovated-
Total meeting space7,093 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms85
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services
Northstar

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Tourism
Sustainability level: Bronze

Certification body:Green Tourism

Issued: 5/3/2024 Expires: 5/3/2027

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
7,093 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,292.7 sq. ft.
Space (private)
6,049 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
15
Second largest room
1,054.9 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
250
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Castle Suite
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2,583.3 sq. ft.
57.7 x 44.6 sq. ft.
11.5 ft.
250
150
220
250
220
150
160
Arden 2, 4, 6
366.0 sq. ft.
28.2 x 13.1 sq. ft.
8.2 ft.
60
16
-
60
16
18
-
Haddington 1, 3, 5
366.0 sq. ft.
-
8.2 ft.
60
16
-
60
16
18
-
Eaton Suite 1
1,054.9 sq. ft.
32.5 x 32.5 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
50
40
-
50
50
50
-
Eaton Suite 2
1,054.9 sq. ft.
32.5 x 32.5 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
50
40
-
50
50
50
-
Waterstone Suite
2,292.7 sq. ft.
47.9 x 47.9 sq. ft.
19.7 ft.
200
70
-
200
120
100
-

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
85
Double (2 beds)
85
Double (2 beds) rate
£80.00 - £170.00

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 30 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking

Local Attractions

Blue Planet Aquarium

Recreation
25 mins
Take time out with the team and enjoy the calming atmosphere of the Blue Planet Aquarium.

City shopping

Shopping
40 mins
Take a trip to Manchester or Liverpool for luxury shopping, or browse the charming shops of Chester.

Sporting attractions

Recreation
40 mins
Some of the biggest football clubs in the country are within striking distance. Take in a match in Manchester or Liverpool for your corporate away day.

Team-Building Events

Recreation
5 mins
The extensive private grounds and secluded location of Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa mean we are ideally placed for your next team building event. Try your hand at archery or laser clay pigeon shooting, or challenge your team to an It's a Knockout tournament. We only use reputable events companies; they handle all the details, so you can concentrate on enjoying yourselves.

Golf

Recreation
5 mins
Set in the heart of the rolling Cheshire countryside, the 18-hole Championship and Premier Golf Courses and 9-hole Arderne course have established Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa as a distinctive world class championship golf venue. With a choice of 3 excellent courses, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa is the first choice for your golf event; an exclusive private function venue is also available. Stay awhile; our luxury accommodation, fine food and drink and premier spa turn a golf break into a holiday.

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Additional Information

Additional details

• Superb conference space with room for 250 guests • 7 meeting rooms, 2 conference suites • Convenient for airport, rail and major motorways • Air conditioning and natural light • Free WiFi with option to expand bandwith • Championship golf course • Team building opportunities on site • Peaceful countryside location • Award winning food

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Sustainable Practices

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Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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