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
A Delightful Stay at Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle was our last stay in Ireland and it turned out to be one of our favorite places. The castle is magnificent looking and the grounds are beautiful. Cong, the nearby village where much of the movie The Quiet Man was filmed, was so quaint and charming. We stayed one night in the castle itself and I wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel amenities are excellent. But I think it’s the staff that makes the stop special. Everyone goes out of their way to be helpful. For example, if you can’t find a room, they don’t just give you directions. Someone will take you directly there. Yes it is fairly expensive if you are staying in the castle itself. But there are times in life when you actually get what you pay for and this was one of them.
Jet53642748565
An exquisite adventure in County Cork
Ashford Castle is one of the best places I've ever stayed. The bed is incredible--you won't want to get out. The grounds are beautiful. My wife and I spent a great deal of time just walking and enjoying the beauty. The food is great. The service is awesome.
480sethz - Alpharetta, Georgia
Fabulous anniversary trip
My husband and I just returned from a stay at Ashford Castle in Ireland. It was the most wonderful time with everyone associated with the castle so very friendly and also so helpful. It is an extraordinary property only surpassed by the level of service provided by the staff. I highly recommend staying at this remarkable property.
Nancy S - Alexandria, Virginia
Better to visit than to stay the night
Check-in took nearly an hour and delayed our golf tee time: no one at the gate, the Bridgman helped tourists while we waited to cross, inside 20 minute wait near the fireplace for the checkin agent. The checkin agent took forever to find our room because she was pouring us a drink and chatting about the recipe. Dinner was over 3-hours with extremely inattentive slow service. Example the tea service was served over 25 minutes: first the two cups arrived followed 10 minutes later by the sugar and creamer and followed 15 minutes later by the tea. At that point we were exhausted and could not sit any longer. Shooting clay pigeons was amazing because of Gunman John’s skills. He taught us with patience and a great steadiness expected around a loaded shotgun. When we were done John provided suggestions for our afternoon including the town of Cong. This was the only personalized service we received at Ashford castle.
LibbyPalmer - Boulder, Colorado
If there was a Ten rating I would give it.
This was our highlight of our trip. Could only afford one night but it was just magical. It would be nice if everyone could just experience this just one day in their lives. The castle is amazing. A true fairytale. Not one pinch of dust. The staff are so attentive. They bring you things even before you know you want it. Their uniforms are spotless. The attention to detail is impressive in the rooms. There is nothing you could want whilst there. Sure it’s expensive but if you’re after something super special and magical then go. We wondered through the grounds in the afternoon, had afternoon tea and scones, did the falcon experience, went clay shooting, had lunch dinner and breakfast there and lazed around. Thank you to frank and tom at the entrances - enjoyed chatting to them.
Paul_batista1 - Cabramurra, Australia
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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
