Stay at Irish Castle - Ashford or Dromoland

Once the estate of Lord Ardilaun and the Guinness Family, Ashford opened as a luxury hotel in 1939. The castle's great hall is lavishly decorated with rich panelling, fine period pieces, Objects D'Art and masterpiece paintings. 83 guest rooms are of the highest five standards with incredible lake or river views.

We offer a vast array of outdoor sports and a modern health centre. This 13th century castle located 1/2 hour from Galway.

Located 13km from Shannon Airport. Stately halls, elegant public areas and beautifully furnished guest rooms are steeped in a timeless atmosphere that is unique to Dromoland. The international reputation for excellence is reflected in the award-winning cuisine in the castle's Earl of Thomond & Fig Tree Restaurant in the Dromoland Golf & Country Club. The castle has an 18-hole championship golf course, fishing, horseriding, clay shooting, health and beauty clinic and much more.

Both Castles Voted In Best European Hotels in Travel & Leisure 2005 and both included in The Conde Nast Traveler 2005 Gold List.