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 dâ€(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
Worth it!
Took my wife for her birthday and it was perfect! She's been way nicer to me since I surprised her with it lol Staff were so nice! Made us feel like we owned the place. Everything was super clean! Amenities were the best of any place I've ever stayed. Make sure you explore and take advantage of everything! Food was insanely good! Ambiance was even better I would definitely recommend splurging for this experience next time you're in trouble with the wife or planning on getting into some!
wake1865 - Camp Verde, Arizona
Ashford Castle
This is an amazing place. The castle, grounds and property things to do are amazing. We especially loved the falconry experience. The rooms are great. This is a very unique experience and the nearby/walkable town was charming. This was an unbelievable experience.
Ray P
A perfect stay
We stayed in Nov 2024 for a couple of nights. From the moment we were greeted at the gate house to the moment we checked out we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. All the staff we came into contact with were: friendly; helpful; approachable and kind. The standard of service was perfect without being too intrusive and overpowering. The atmosphere was welcoming. The standard of cleanliness was excellent throughout. Looking forward to returning soon.
mmM7514PT - London, United Kingdom
The best of the best
Niall, without going into the location or aesthetic of the hotel, which has been addressed in a lot of other comments here, what makes Ashford Castle the best of the best is the service. I have stayed in 5 star hotels around the world from The Plaza in New York to the Waldorf Astoria in Shanghai, and your hotel comes out on top...why? Well, it's because of the service. The team you have at Ashford Castle from the moment we arrived after a long 3 + hour drive from our Dublin home was nothing short of exceptional. My family and I felt a unique sense of welcome that your team exuded in abundance. Whatever management are doing, it is certainly working because your team, many of whom are long standing and steeped in the history of Asford Castle appear happy in their jobs and this emanates in their interaction with your guests. This is by no means common in 5 star hotels. I also would specifically like to mention Catherine K and Michael (concierge), who demonstrated a professional, kind, thoughtful demenour and are an asset to your business. These people are the true assets of Ashford Castle and should be cherished. Kudos!
Rumplestyltskin - Dublin, Ireland
I felt like royalty
A trip of a lifetime! And an experience of a lifetime! They treated us like royalty. No complaints about one single thing. Would also highly recommend doing the falcon class. An unexpected delight. Dining experiences were delightful as well
Kristi S
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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
