Autumnal offers
As autumn approaches, now is the perfect time to escape the daily grind and treat family, friends and loved ones to a memorable short break in one of over 40 Macdonald Hotels throughout the UK.
As the nights draw in and the countryside is bathed in warm, autumnal hues, enjoy serene riverside and forest walks or unwind indoors with fabulous spa treatments that pamper mind and body - and not cost the earth. Then, before relaxing with a drink by a roaring fire or retiring to the comfort of your bedroom, share an intimate dinner in an award winning restaurant that uses only the freshest ingredients including wild white fish and succulent prime beef reared on Scottish pastures.
Of course, on an autumn break at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts’, children are spoilt for choice too. Every child receives their own activity pack and bubble bath to soak up the fun that includes the chance to visit any one of 400 family attractions around the country participating in the hotels discounted Great Days Out promotion.
What’s more, this autumn children under 12 can stay and eat breakfast for free when sharing a room with a parent or guardian, and guests who book one of the Autumn breaks will receive a late check out on a Sunday up until 4.00pm to really make the most of their weekends.
So, whether you wish to immerse yourself in family fun, share a romantic weekend, enjoy a golf break on a championship fairway or simply discover the history and culture of cities like Edinburgh and Bath, Macdonald Hotels offers the perfect cost-effective opportunity to escape and savour the beauty of autumn.
FAMILY BREAKS
Macdonald Forest Hills – Set with the rolling Hills of the Trossachs lies one of Scotland’s most exclusive country retreats. The resort has everything needed for a family break from breathtaking country walks, a luxurious spa and leisure club, pony trekking, quad biking and water sports facilities. Prices start from £55 per person per night.
Macdonald Cardrona – Located in the heart of the Scottish Borders, the hotel features state-of-the-art leisure and spa facilities, a 18 hole championship golf course and a wide range of outdoor activities including private fishing on The River Tweed. Prices start from £43 per person per night.
Macdonald Old England – sitting on the shores of Lake Windemere, the hotel nestles in mature lawns which lead down to the lake and a private jetty. Offering stylish and luxurious accommodation, fine food and drink, a state-of-the-art spa, as well as being in close proximity to many leading visitor attractions, The Macdonald Old England is the perfect place to enjoy an autumn break. Prices start from £65 per person per night.
CITY BREAKS
Macdonald Randolph – this five star property is Oxford’s leading hotel, situated in the heart of the city centre. Recently refurbished to include new bedrooms, the hotel is an ideal base for shopping and exploring historic Oxford. Prices start from £75 per person per night.
Macdonald Holyrood – ideally located for exploring the Capital of Scotland, The Macdonald Holyrood is positioned between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyrood House and is the perfect base for a girly shopping trip or a culture filled city break. Prices start from £55 per person per night.
Macdonald Manchester – Manchester is gaining a reputation as one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan UK cities. The four-star Macdonald Manchester, which is home to an urban spa, is a new addition to the city and offers luxury, style and convenience. Prices start from £40 per person per night.
Notes to Editors:
• Rates can be booked from 18 September 2008
• Stays are valid between 20 September and 30 November 2008
• Free late check out on Sunday until 4pm
• No minimum stay required
• This offer is subject to availability
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Issued by:
Eve Robertson / Colin Hutchison
3x1 Public Relations
T: 0141 221 0707
Notes to editor:
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Limited operates 48 hotels across the UK and ten resorts throughout the UK and Spain. The company employs over 4,400 staff and operates in excess of 3900 hotel rooms. First established in 1990 by Donald Macdonald and colleagues, the company was floated in 1996 on the main London Stock Exchange. In 2003, it returned to private ownership and was one of Scotland’s biggest public to private deals at a cost of £620m, which was wholly underwritten by the Bank of Scotland. The Bank now owns 50% of the equity with the remainder held by the management.
The Group’s focus is on developing its strong portfolio of four and five star hotels, with each offering its own character and individuality underpinned with the quality and attention to detail expected of the Macdonald brand. In particular, the company prides itself on the seasonality and provenance of its food within the hotels, from breakfast through to dinner, as well as its wide range of specially selected wines.
The Group has recently embarked on a programme of investment and refurbishment that includes properties such as Macdonald Blossoms in Chester, Macdonald Old England in Windermere and Compleat Angler in Marlow.
The Group has also recently created two new hotels – the Macdonald Portal Hotel and Spa was launched in July 2007 on the site of the Portal Championship Golf Course, in Tarporley, Cheshire, and the Macdonald Manchester Hotel, situated in the heart of the city centre, adjacent to Piccadilly Station, opened in October 2007.
Last Update : 26 September 2008