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
Not a 5 star visit
We have stayed at the castle previously and have an afternoon tea at christmas every year. We go back because it has always been perfect. On our most recent visit this was not quite the case. On this visit it was for our afternoon tea. The staff on arrival were welcoming and polite. We were welcomed into the castle and to the room for afternoon tea. We were seated with 2 other tables. From this point onwards as lovely as the quality of the food tea etc was the service was very inattentive. Certainly not to the level of attention we have previously experienced at Ashford. Yes when the waiting staff served us they were very polite and knowlegable on the service, but as an example (we wont linger on further examples) we were waiting nearly 25mins from being seated to getting a drink whilst other tables arriving after us were served before us. We had to stop staff to ask for refills on our tea and drinks where as with other tables they were continually refreshing etc. It was very noticable to us. The only thing that arrived without asking was the bill just placed on our table before we had actually finished complete with a 25 euro service charge. Really disapointed on this visit, it was my wifes birthday and the visit was a present.
Andy M
Ashford Castle Stay in October 2025
Excellent hospitality and the perfect "Irish castle" experience for anyone - great for couples, families, etc. We will definitely be back! Would highly recommend visitn during the fall. The grounds were absolutely stunning.
Emily D
Hotel Fit For A Queen
Ashford Castle is easily the most incredible place I have EVER stayed. Not only is the property just stunning in every way, the staff will go the extra mile to ensure you have the best stay. Everything about this place is top of the line. The rooms are gorgeous and all so different! If you ever have the opportunity to stay here, it is 100% worth the money. If possible, you need stay at least two nights to really experience all they have to offer. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I absolutely would!
Taylor B
Anniversary Trip
What can I say. Everything at Ashford is top notch. From the moment we arrived we noticed all the special touches. Our room was spacious and well appointed. I loved the heated floors in the bathroom! We had a view of the lake. We enjoyed cocktails in the Price of Wales bar. The bartenders were great. Dinner at the George V was elegant and delicious. I scheduled a massage at the beautiful spa the next morning and it was amazing. Our only regret is that we didn’t have another night to spend there, as we were spending the next two days in Galway.
Michelle F
Delightful and fun, treated like royalty!
Our two-night stay at Ashford Castle was the highlight of our visit to Ireland and most elegant and relaxing accommodations and splendid service and amenities. While there are numerous activities and beautiful grounds to explore, we particularly enjoyed horseback riding, spa, and golf.
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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
