Best Castle Hotels in Ireland

Set within 43 acres of forest at the foot of the mountains, this stunning castle features huge rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs. The 5-star hotel offers a luxurious spa within its beautiful gardens. Cozy bathrobes and slippers are provided in each luxury room, along with a wood-paneled marble bathroom. Rooms include oak furniture and beautiful garden views. Cedars Restaurant has a terrace and features traditional dishes including seafood from the nearby port of Killybegs. The Gallery Bar serves light meals and snacks while the Father Browne Bar provides a more cozy setting for enjoying a drink or having a light bite to eat. The new whiskey cellar showcases Donegal’s unique whiskeys with bespoke tasting experiences. The Cara Organic Beauty and Spa has a steam room, sauna, massage suites and outdoor hot tubs. There is a fitness center and the swimming pool is located in a glass atrium, offering views over the grounds. Guests can fish on Lough Eske, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, while Donegal is less than a 10-minute drive. Donegal Golf Club is a 15-minute drive, while Donegal Adventure Center and Surf School is a 30-minute drive. All guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary history tours, taking place 11am daily, complimentary use of the guest bicycles, and access to the swimming pool and gym.

- "Spectacular stay in a fabulous hotel." - "Nice relaxing stay excellent food and staff" - "Who wants to enjoy a real castle?" - "Great stay in a lovely hotel." - "Beautiful Hotel in a wonderful location" - "We love the warm welcome we receive, a huge room!" - "I would highly recommend anyone to stay here, it’s a beautiful experience. The house and grounds are a credit to the peo" - "Stunning location and wonderful service."

With a beautiful setting on the River Suir, the luxurious Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Resort is on a private island completely detached from the mainland. The castle features elegant rooms and suites with stunning views. These individually designed rooms offer also offer free WiFi, goose-down quilts. Contemporary lodges are also available and include three and four-bedroom semi detached properties with a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area and adjoining living room. Access to the island is by a private car ferry which operates throughout the day. "Complimentary ferry crossing takes 3 minutes and does not need to be reserved in advance, it departs every 15 minutes. Drive up the beech-lined drive to reach the castle and its 800 years of history. Local activities include golfing on an 18-hole course, clay-target shooting, a driving range, tennis and croquet. There are also several nature trails and walking paths to explore.

- "Truely special place" - "Very good experience; would return." - "Good country house with a unique history." - "Beautiful but sleepless night"

Located in Castletownshend, The Castle offers adults-only accommodations with free WiFi and harbor views, as well as a garden and a private beach area. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental or a Full English/Irish breakfast. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of The Castle. Clonakilty is 22 mi from the accommodations, while Bantry is 23 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 51 mi from The Castle.

- "Romantic and cozy" - "Peace and quiet in beautiful West Cork"

Offering elegant rooms in a grand, 17th-century house next to a 15th-century castle, Killiane Castle is a boutique B&B located in the tranquil Wexford countryside. Guests can enjoy golf on-site, home-made breakfasts, and beautiful views. Individually designed, every room at Killiane Castle enjoys views over the garden and nearby fields with grazing cattle. Every room features an electric blanket, complimentary magazines, and bottled spring water. Freshly cooked each morning, the hearty breakfasts include free-range eggs from the resident hens as well as home-made bread. A buffet table also provides a range of fruit and home-made yogurt. The castle features a tennis court and a croquet lawn within its beautiful gardens for guests to play on. There is also a golf driving range as well as a pitch-and-putt course. Medieval Wexford Town is 3 miles away and Rosslare Europort and beach resort are 8 miles from the castle. We have electric vehicle charging available on-site.

- "Stunning, beautiful and perfect in every way" - "Surpassed my expectations." - "Comfortable and delightful property" - "Superb, highly recommend as so convenient for Rosslare ferry." - "A lovely family staycation and would do it again!" - "Stayed the night before getting on the ferry had a lovely walk around and had dinner at the pub down the road" - "A great way to start our holiday in Ireland" - "Would love to stay again"

With a stunning, secluded setting on the shore of Lough Rynn, surrounded by over 300 acres of breathtaking scenery and ancient forests, this magnificent castle is now an elegant 4-star hotel. Rich in ancient character and original charm, Lough Rynn Castle still retains all of its historic splendor, with antique furnishings, open fires, wood paneling and decorative stone and glasswork. Today, the hotel combines its traditional elegance with modern comforts and facilities. The castle bedrooms feature air handling units and broadband internet access, while the estate's former stables and pheasantry have also been converted into luxurious accommodations. All rooms are tastefully decorated with rich, luxurious fabrics and beautifully preserved original features. The Sandstone Restaurant offers an elegant fine-dining experience and has received an AA Rosette award. The restaurant offers a series of table d’hôte and à la carte menus, created using the finest, freshest seasonal produce from Leitrim and the surrounding counties.

- "The best stay possible" - "Perfect place to relax." - "An exceptional hotel that we would book again at any time" - "A little piece of luxury" - "I would come back in a heartbeat!" - "Luxury stay"

Located in Newmarket on Fergus, 2 miles from Dromoland Golf Course, Dromoland Castle has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The property provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have a closet. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at Dromoland Castle, including a spa center and on-request massage treatments. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Dromoland Castle is 2.1 miles from the accommodation, while Bunratty Castle & Folk Park is 6.5 miles from the property. Shannon Airport is 5 miles away.

- "Could not have been any better. It was perfect." - "Wonderful stay with family, my only regret is not staying longer" - "Simply amazing. We love this place." - "Magical experience! Very happy we splurged on this one!" - "Perfection" - "To the manor born!" - "Truly magical" - "Just an exceptional experience" - "A very special experience every time." - "A magical property with attentention to detail. Staff , food , room , grounds all outstanding . A truely memorable expe"