One of the most frequent questions I get from people wanting to visit Ireland is, “Can I stay in a castle?” And the answer is, yes! Personally, I would highly recommend staying in a castle hotel for at least 1 night during your Ireland adventure, because the experience is purely magical. Whether you want to splurge or stay on a budget, I have compiled a comprehensive list of the best castle hotels in Ireland to help you find the perfect castle hotel for your holiday.

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Award winning hotel built in the early 19th century and situated on a 840 acre estate.

Amenities include:

• • Indoor padel court and golf simulation

  • Private cinema

  • Luxury Spa

  • 18 hole golf course, driving range, and putting green

  • Fitness centre and pool

  • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Breakfast options available
  • Additional Activities: whiskey tasting, archery, falconry, pigeon shooting, and fishing

Built in the 13th century castle, this hotel sits on the banks of the Lough Corrib on 26,000 acres of woodlands and countryside and was formerly owned by the Guiness family. There are 83 castle rooms, suites and a hideaway cottage available.

Amenities include: 

• • Private cinema

  • Award-winning spa

  • 9 hole, 2996 yard, par 35 golf course

  • Tennis court

  • Several on-site restaurants and bars

  • Breakfast options available

  • Extra activities: falconry, fishing, boat rides, horseback riding, archery, and clay shooting

This castle has welcomed guests since the 16th century and sits on 450 acre estate. 

Amenities include: 

• • Indoor swimming pool

  • Spa and wellness centre including a sauna

  • Fitness centre

  • Tennis court

  • Several On-site bar and restaurant

  • 18 hole 6,824 years par 72 championship golf course

  • Breakfast options available

  • Extra activities: clay pigeon shooting, falconry, horseback riding, fishing, archery, and Go Karts

Built in the 15th century castle, situated at the foot of the Bluestack mountains on 43 acres of forest.

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Spa with steam room, sauna, and massage suites
  • Fitness centre with indoor swimming pool
  • Breakfast options available
  • Additional Activities: fishing, whiskey tasting, horse drawn carraige, and fishing in Lough Eske

Built in the 15th century castle on a 560 acre estate. 

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar
  • 18 hole championship golf course
  • Breakfast options available
  • Additional Activities: archery, falconry, and fishing

Built in the 1800s with beautiful gardens in the heart of Connemarra.

Amenities include: 

• • Tennis courts
  • Private helicopter landing pad
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • AA Rosette restaurant on-site
  • Breakfast options available

The castle is surrounded by the Twelve Bens Mountains with 700 acres of woodlands, 16 km of trails, and walled gardens.

Amenities include: 

• • AA Rosettes restaurants on-site

  • Breakfast options available

  • Additional Activities: hiking, fishing, cycling, walking, woodcock shooting, lobster experience in the summer

Castle near the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula with 30 acres of private gardens and woodlands.

Amenities include: 

• • 2 star AA Rosettes restaurants and bar on-site

  • Breakfast options available

Built in the 19th century in neo-gothic style situated on 200 acres of woodlands.

Amenities include: 

• • The Marshal Doran collection museum with a collection of Jurassic fossils, mediaeval weapons and armour
  • On-site restaurant and cafe
  • Breakfast options available

Authentic Irish castle built in the 17th century. 

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar

  • Nightly Live music at the bar

  • Castle and boathouse rooms available

  • Breakfast options available

18th century castle situated on 100 acres of woodland.

Amenities include: 

• • Castle, courtyard and cottage rooms available
  • On-site bar and restaurant
  • Breakfast options available

Family owned estate situated on 1,000 acres of countryside, woodlands, and lakes. 

Amenities include: 

• • Victorian Treatment Rooms spa

  • Wellness centre

  • On-site 2 AA Rosette award-winning restaurant and bar

  • Castle, lodge, and Old Stable Mews rooms available

  • Breakfast options available

  • Additional Activities available: Horse drawn carriage rides, horseback riding

11th century castle only 10 minutes from Dublin City Centre. 

Amenities include: 

• • Fitness centre

  • Award-winning restaurant and bar on-site

  • Breakfast options available

Gothic castle dating back to the 13th century, set among 650 acres of parkland and forest with numerous trails nearby.

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar

  • Tennis courts

  • Breakfast options available

  • Additional activities: whiskey tasting, clay pigeon shooting, horse riding, and archery

12th century castle set among 180 acres of woodlands and gardens.

Amenities include: 

• • Golf course

  • On-site restaurant and bar

  • Breakfast options available

  • Extra activities available: horseback riding, clay pigeon shooting, falconry, tennis, 

One of the oldest inhabited castles in Ireland built in the 12th century situated on a 180 acre estate.

Amenities include: 

• • Castle, Carriage, or Lodge rooms available
  • Boutique spa with thermal suite and treatment rooms
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court
  • On-site restaurant, bar and bistro
  • 18 hole golf course
  • Breakfast options available
  • Additional Activities: Escape rooms, falconry, archery, horseback riding, 4×4 off road experience. 

19th century castle situated on 300 acres of forests.

Amenities include: 

• • On-site fine dining restaurant 

  • Secret Dungeon bar 

  • Breakfast options available

17th century castle situated on a 500 acre estate. 

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Breakfast options available

Built in the 16th century on a private island with 310 acres of woodlands only accessible via ferry.

Amenities include: 

• • Castle room and self-catering lodges available
  • 18 hole par 72 Championship Golf course and driving range
  • Tennis and basketball courts
  • Playground
  • On-site 2 AA Rosette restaurant and bar
  • Breakfast options available
  • Additional activities: clay pigeon shooting, lawn croquet, picnic, juniors golf camp

13th century castle with multiple turreted towers situated on the banks of the Boro river.

Amenities include: 

• • Golf Course

  • Four self-catering (bed and breakfast option available) apartment suites each with fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, and seating area

  • Garden and river views

17th century castle overlooking Ballygally bay. 

Amenities include: 

• • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Live music and performances
  • Breakfast options available
  • Garden and river views

19th century castle situated on 365 acres of mixed farm and woodlands. 

Amenities include: 

• • Rent entire castle with 4 guestrooms and up to 8 guests with dinner and breakfast included

  • Hotel and self-catering Gatelodges also available on estate

  • On-site 2 AA Rosette Restaurant and bar

  • Spa and fitness centre

  • Indoor pool

  • Breakfast options available

17th century castle situated on 470 acres of woodlands. 

Amenities include: 

• • Castle rooms, luxury cottages, and self-catering apartments available

  • Option to rent entire castle with 13 rooms and sleeps 26 people

  • Pet friendly accommodation

  • Picnic area and playground

  • Additional activities: fishing, archery, boating, and clay pigeon shooting

Staying in a castle hotel on your trip to Ireland is a must! From lavish 5-star experiences, to budget-friendly gems, each castle hotel offers a memorable experience. To maximise your adventure, arrive early to enjoy all the amenities, wander the castle grounds, and perhaps capture unforgettable moments with a photoshoot. Consider indulging in spa or dining packages to elevate your stay, or opt for unique activities offered by select hotels. For budget-conscious travellers, advance booking and selecting weeknights often results in discounted rates.

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