Ashford Castle
Your royal adventure begins when you enter through the grand stone gates of our remarkable 800-year-old castle. Discover our exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, passionate team, a wealth of estate activities and state-of-the-art spa. As a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World, Ireland’s first Forbes five-star and former home of the Guinness family, we are exceptional in every sense.
Awards & Accolades
Voted No. 3 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the U.K. and Ireland
Travel + Leisure ‘World’s Best’ Awards 2019Voted No. 4 Top Hotel in Ireland
TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2019Voted No. 4 Top Luxury Hotel in Ireland
TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2019Voted No. 8 Hotel for Romance in Ireland
TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2019Winner of Overall Spa of the Year
Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2018
Inspiring Offers, seasonal specials and themed escapes.
Contact us and Book your stay to enjoy the following complimentary inclusions:
Breakfast - Full Irish breakfast daily
Bike hire - perfect for exploring the estate
Tennis courts - access to our two tennis courts
Golf green fees - access to our nine hole golf course
In-house cinema - daily viewings in our luxurious picture house
Children stay free - one child under 12 years, sharing a Deluxe Room or above with their parents
Winter Break
Gourmet Breaks
Spa Escapes
Activity & Family
Romance & Occasion
Town & Country
Food & Drink
Discover creative Irish cuisine inspired by the finest seasonal ingredients from the West of Ireland and produce foraged from the Ashford Estate, alongside an extensive wine cellar kept in the Castle's secret passageways.
Executive Chef Philippe Farineau gives fine expression to the dishes offered in the four main dining rooms – whether it’s fine dining in the grandeur of the George V Dining Room, casual dining in the beautiful setting of Cullen’s at the Cottage or the atmospheric Dungeon, or a delightful Afternoon Tea in the elegant Connaught Room.
Dine with us:
- George V Dining Room
Enjoy exceptional dishes whilst listening to our resident pianist
- The Prince of Wales Bar
Offering a full drinks selection, relax and enjoy the finest Irish hospitality
- Afternoon Tea
Savour Afternoon Tea with spectacular views of the Estate
- The Dungeon
A unique setting with a range of dishes from the bistro-style menu
- Stanley's
Discover an authentic American diner with signature dishes
- Cullen's at the Cottage
A relaxed dining experience where you can enjoy local dishes
- The Wine Cellars
Experience private wine tastings and wine dinners in secret passageways
- Billiards Room
Enjoy billiards, your favourite tipple or delicious Cuban and Irish tapa