Ashford Castle
County of Mayo, Ireland
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About the Hotel
A thirteenth century castle buried deep in a wooded parkland sounds like the setting for a fairy tale, but really it is home to the exclusive Ashford Castle. Standing impressively on the shores of Lough Corrib in County Mayo, Ireland, Ashford Castle is a monument to a fascinating and timeless history. Once the Guinness Family estate, the Castle has since opened its doors as an exclusive luxury hotel in 1939. Where else could one spend the morning learning how to fly a hawk at the School of Falconry, escape to the Walled Garden for a romantic picnic, and relax in the afternoon with a soothing massage at the spa? Filled with family heirlooms, rich furnishings and priceless objets d(TM)art, Ashford presents the chance to enjoy the splendor of a bygone era in comfort and style.
Location
Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle Estate, Leaf Island,
County of Mayo, Ireland
F31 CA48
Nearest Airport: GWY
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Private Dining
- Wine Cellar
- Bar
- Afternoon Tea
- Wine Bar
- Lounge
- Seasonal Restaurant
- Restaurants
- On-Site Amenities
- Heliport
- Fitness Center
- Garden
- Theater
- Movie Theater
- 3 9-Hole Golf Courses
- Chauffeur Service
- Equestrian Center
- Complimentary WiFi
- In-Room Amenities
- Turndown Service
- In-Room Safes
- Satellite Television
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Work Desks
- Bathrobes & Slippers
- Complimentary WiFi
- Deep Soaking Tubs
- Activities
- Bicycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Sailing
- Tennis
- Wine Tasting
- Canoeing
- Clay Bird Shooting
- Billiards
- Archery
- Boating
- Zip-Lining
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Business Center
- Conference Facilities
- Business Services
- Catering Services
- Family
- Children's Programs
- Teen Activities
- Arts & Crafts
- Interests
- Active & Adventure
- Chateaus & Castles
- Culture & Arts
- Golf
- Honeymoons & Romance
- Hotels
- Signature Perks
Reviews for Ashford Castle
Best hotel in the world but feels like home.
This is the best hotel in the world but you feel like you are at home. The former home of the Guinness family the Guinness there is excellent. The staff are helpful & kind but they do not fuss around you. Breathable Egyptian cotton bedding means you aren't cold and you don't sweat. I couldn't find any faults in this hotel. Every hotelier in the world needs to stay here so they will see how things can be done.
Paschal378
WOW!
Outstanding from booking to check out. Attention to detail, finesse in every aspect of service, luxurious & well maintained facility including the fitness centre (pool was under renovation), hard to find fault with, truly a memorable experience.
Diljot K
SO much beauty ❤️
Ashford Castle was magical, exquisite in every way! The staff were exemplary, friendly and enthusiastic without a hint of stuffiness. Food was out of this world. The bed was divine. SO much beauty all in one place! We look forward to visiting again.
marymT6852RK
Amazing and Magical
This is an incredible place. The service, food, wine, accommodations are exceptional and worthy of a 5 star Forbes rating. Everything from the afternoon tea to the dinner in the Dungeon exceeded our expectations. This is luxury and Barbour jackets and wellies are available at the door for walks around the estate. Definitely use it as a base to explore Galway and Connemara.
MaryMac5719 - Asheville, North Carolina
Magnificent 10/10
Wonderful experience. We expected Ashford to be wonderful, but it far outweighed our expectations. From the moment we arrived, everything was magnificent. The castle is beautiful, as are the grounds. The room was fabulous and beautifully decorated. Food was mouth-watering. There is no shortage of food, fine dining at its best. Finally the staff. Absolutely fantastic. Couldn't do enough for their guest. I'd like to mention Thomas who served us the first day. He was really passionate and helpful. We visited in December when the Christmas decorations were up, and it made it even more special. Can't wait to return. 10/10. Highly recommend.
Richard S - Dundalk, Ireland
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This is one of the finest properties we have ever visited. It is a beautiful castle, but it is also a world class hotel in the most beautiful setting you can imagine. The grounds are large and bikes are available for guests, the fishing on the river and the lake are first rate, and the service is unmatched. We have stayed twice and can't wait to go back again.
-D. & L. Butler
