Ascot Racecourse is one of the most famous courses in the world with over 500,000 spectators taking to the stands each year. But it’s not just about the fillies! Whether visiting the glamorous Royal Ascot this month or mixing with the crowds at one of the seasons famed equestrian events, where better to complete the experience than with a stay at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, just a ten minute drive from the race course itself.

One of the 24 nationwide ‘Spa Collection’ properties from Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, the hotel has created a reputation as being one of the finest hotels in The Royal borough after 100 years of association with the prestigious horse racing venue. Just as Ascot Racecourse has created a rich heritage, Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa exudes the elegance of a historical stately home, first class service, award winning cuisine, a choice of rooms and suites and all the indulgence of a charming spa, offering the perfect place to unwind after a hard day of bubbly and betting!

The Royal Treatment

For those heading to Royal Ascot, from 19th to 23rd June, The Vital Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel will open at 7.30am for guests to get glammed up before the day begins! As weary guests return with sore shoulders, tense from the anticipation, and painful feet hurting from the high heels, expert beauty therapists will be offering a Foot Relief and Back, Neck and Shoulder Massages to residents of the hotel between 5-9pm daily.

A Racing Retreat

From flat season and show jumping to family days and cocktail evenings, there’s plenty of activity to enjoy at Ascot Racecourse before the end of the year. For an even more memorable experience combined with a little self indulgence book in to the Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa for an Express Spa Break. This totally relaxing overnight stay at the hotel includes full use of the spa facilities, 30 minute treatment, free parking, breakfast and dinner.

Macdonald Berystede’s ‘Vital Spa’ boasts six treatment rooms, a thermal suite, outdoor hydro therapy pool and a calming relaxation room for ultimate relaxation pre or post racing! For an adrenalin release, head to the state of the art gym or enjoy a session in the 18-metre indoor swimming pool over looking the gardens. Product houses including Decléor, Jessica and Carita offer a range of relaxing face and body treatments to provide the ultimate ‘racing escape’.