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
Afternoon Tea
Beside this place being absolutely stunning, which you can easily see. The afternoon tea was a delight. Samuel and the whole team are the best. I had tea in the Connaught Room which is the houses original tea room. The food was perfection in every bite. I just cannot say enough good things. It was a magical afternoon that won't soon be forgotten. Top 3 highlights of the trip without a doubt.
Lisa D - Houston, Texas
Our Favorite place in Ireland hands down. .
This was our third stay at Ashford but first with our family with teenage grandchildren. In a word spectacular! Rooms, staff, meals and every activity. Archery, Skeet, Falconry,Spa, Fishing, golf, horseback. The Whitings.
whitp2015 - Hull, Massachusetts
Truly magical
Ashford Castle has a very special place in my heart after visiting in June 2025. As you can imagine, the building is stunning and the history fascinating so if you’re looking to live the Irish fairytale, this is absolutely it. The staff go above and beyond - from the cocktail trolley on check in, to the chocolate sculpted dog left in our room, to their fantastic tips and stories from their own lives to give more colour to this area of Ireland, they’re so kind and thoughtful. In terms of must dos: the afternoon tea is sensational with every morsel having a story behind it and thoughtful ingredients and local suppliers. We also loved our history tour with local Finton, arranged by the hotel. This is a truly magical place so if you’re thinking about booking - you really should.
meganrose775 - London, England, United Kingdom
5 star stay! Must do!
Absolutely stunning property. Very traditional in terms of setting and service. Stay 2 nights (or more) here and you will definitely feel like royalty. The property had a large storm earlier in 2024 so there were many old trees down in that part of the country so I imagine once all that logging is done, it will be even more stunning. A must do!!! Service was spectacular.
TRACY M
Wonderful luxury hotel
Ashford Castle is a beautiful property! The service is amazing and the food is delicious. They offer wonderful experiences such as falconry.... If you have a special occasion coming up and want to splurge, it is definitely worth a visit. We all loved it!
Trish S - Eads
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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
