We just got back from a week at Dromoland castle for my daughter's wedding. Our experience there greatly exceeded expectations. The wedding could not have gone better. The event space was beautiful. We were blown away by the food at dinner the evening before and at the wedding reception. Our friends are still talking about the risotto, beef Wellington and the fillet. It's rare to experience fine dining at an event, but that's exactly what was provided for us. Our family has traveled extensively. We can happily report that Dromoland is the best overall experience that we have ever had in a hotel. The castle and grounds are gorgeous and meticulously maintained. Most historic hotels have fusty guest rooms. Dromoland had modern, luxurious rooms with state of the art fittings. Everything in the rooms was great, but the beds and showers were world class. Our guests were raving about their accommodations. The common areas were fun to spend time in. The live music was a treat. The food at the castle is by far the best food we had in Ireland. It would hold its own against any fine dining establishment. The bride and groom had an amazing dinner in the Earl of Thomond restaurant. I had the best fish and chips of my life in the Gallery and was pleased to quaff my first pint of Guinness in Ireland at the cocktail bar. Breakfast was an event in itself. The food and service were amazing. We commandeered a large table and spent a couple of hours every morning with a rotating cast of family and friends. The excellent staff took it all in stride. The activities were great- my family was captivated by the falconry. Jane's hotel tour was a lot of fun. One friend played an enjoyable round of golf and our kids tried skeet shooting- all were very happy. Many of us had excursions organized by Dromoland. The drivers were courteous and knowledgeable. The thing that sets Dromoland apart from every other hotel that we have ever stayed at is the level of service. The staff are charming and amazingly helpful. They often anticipated our needs. The attention to detail was awesome. The rooms and common areas were meticulously clean. Turndown service was lovely. The housekeeping staff would even tidy up chargers and cords when they made their rounds. The wedding and our extended stay at Dromoland was a peak experience for our family and friends. We can't recommend the castle highly enough. We should have stayed a few more days just to relax. read more

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This place is what 5 stars is all about. The grounds are gorgeous with plenty of activities including golf, row boats, fishing, archery, falconry, and trails. The staff are all the most polite and welcoming people. Anything you need is at your call. They will even offer options to you on what may help make your stay more pleasant. Would definitely come back. Ate at both restaurants and both were great. Breakfast is amazing with so many options. read more

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Dromoland Castle is a beautiful, historical place! From the moment you walk in you're greeted by the friendliest staff. The property is absolutely gorgeous! They offer so many activities ranging from golf, biking, archery to holding a falcon. It's a great place to run! The rooms are lovely, we had a suite with a small living space. It was quite nice, both a shower and tub. The bed was comfortable and they have turn down service with treats. The restaurants on the property are delicious too, some of the better food in Ireland! Though they claim to be a 5 star resort, I will say they did not clean up/ take away old milk pitchers from the room from the previous day Aside from that, really great service. Overall, stunning property with great staff, tasty food. A must stay while in Ireland! read more

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What an experience! From the moment that you pull up with your vehicle you give them your keys. They take your bags to your room and escort you through the castle They go through your room with you and explain everything to you. Their customer service is off the charts Food was delicious. You can rent a golf cart for $25 to take a ride around the grounds. We did the falconry which was amazing! Horse jaunty ride was too pricey. Over $200 for an hour ride so we skipped that. Gold cart much cheaper They cannot do enough for you!!! read more

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It's a Wonderful Castle resort - nr Shannon airport, yet a world away. It has lush grounds and everything from great fishing to falconry and full spa for men & women. Rooms are very well appointed w/ Molton brown products. Bathrobes and slippers , nice full Irish breakfast either breakfast in bed or dinning room. Def 5*.both offer a Baronial feel and each is very unique. If you get the chance , it's big sister castle hotel is Ashford castle in Cong and its remote and fabulous. The " Quiet man " John Wayne was filmed on castle grounds and in pretty village of Cong. A stretch of the legs from the castle read more

If you get the opportunity to stay here, don't pass it up! It is worth the splurge; my husband and I enjoyed everything during our stay! Be sure to spend some time at the cocktail bar, the most amazing drinks I have had in a long time they were almost too pretty to drink! Be sure to take a walk through their beautiful garden! Service is over the top; everyone is delighted to make your stay unique and memorable. read more

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Dinner was also overly eco and steak undercooked , two of us got really sick afterwards. Afternoon tea was only nice thing do not recommend dinner. For great food head to the ole Ground hotel . Stay there as well! read more

I golfed here in May 2024. The course is absolutely beautiful. You can rent an electric walking cart at a low cost and their rental clubs are very high-quality. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. I emailed them multiple times leading up to the trip and they responded quickly and answered all of my questions. The course went through multiple renovations over the last few years and they've really done a wonderful job with it. at the time I was playing they were finishing up some modifications to the 18th hole which I think will ultimately turn the 18th into their signature hole (currently it's the seventh which is nice but... Not quite as grand as a normal signature hole). read more

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We had a *fantastic* three day stay here last month and cannot wait to return. I have no idea what it cost as it was part of a package my travel agent built out with London/Dublin as well, and frankly, *whatever* this part cost was well worth it. Amazing and seriously cinematic grounds, fun and educational activities (we did falconry, clay pigeon shooting, and archery and enjoyed them all immensely), terrific and plentiful food (that morning breakfast buffet was stellar, truly), extremely attentive and friendly staff (we particularly enjoyed our time in the cocktail bar watching Alex and his associates mix up some of the most complicated and delicious drinks we've ever had). We tried all three restaurants and loved all of our meals here. Our room was clean, spacious, and had the zero entry shower of my dreams. There was even an oversized outdoor chess set that my husband and son used every day. I just cannot say enough good things about this place and next time, we will make an effort to stay here longer! read more

Is there a 6/5 option? Ha, it was a magical experience - really gives you that "I'm living in a castle and in part of a Disney movie" feeling. :) The breakfast, high tea, and dinner were amazing; not a single complaint. The outside activities with falconry, touring the golf course, and the overall gardens and grounds were in great shape (minus one area they're re-landscaping that was pretty rough on the view). The staff was amazing and ensuring stellar accommodations. The room and the inside of the castle? I'll let the pictures do the talking. If you're able to go here at some point in your life, do it! This was our return to travel trip out of COVID that we have been planning since 2020, and was worth the wait! read more

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Service was 10/10. The staff went out of their way to help and be kind. Excellent customer service. Everything was clean. Amenities were great. Impressed. read more

Came here for our Irish wedding vows at the Cliffs of Moher and stayed at the castle... why not be a princess for a couple of days? The castle is magnificent. It's pricey but so worth it. The staff is amazing, the grounds are stunning. The room we had was fabulous... we were on the 4th floor in one square tower. We will come back next time we are back in Ireland. The food was amazing too... we had the 9-course tasting menu... awesome food and service. Breakfasts were delicious too. I cannot say enough positive things about our stay. read more

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I stayed at Dromoland Castle in November of 2017. What a way to end a fabulous vacation. Hands down, the best accommodations that I have experienced in a very long time. From the food, to the service, to our suite, everything was impeccable. Truly 5 star luxury. The spa was AMAZING. The absolute best massage I have ever had in my life! Dromoland is total luxury and if ever in Ireland, I wouldn't hesitate to return. read more

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Staying at this castle was a dream come true. It's absolutely gorgeous. There are so many activities from natural golf course, horseback riding, archery, falconry, fairy gardens and more. I miss all the lovely conversations with the staff. If you're a history nerd you will love this castle. read more

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We rented a car and traveled 1,700 miles around Ireland for our honeymoon in October. This was by far our FAVORITE place we stayed! We got to the castle when it was dark. We checked in at the front desk and they were so kind. They upgraded us to a tower suite room. We had 2 very large suitcases along with my checked bag. The bell hop was a beast and grabbed all 3 bags and carried them up the stairs to our room. I was impressed. When we walked into our room, we were blown away. We've never stayed in a room so nice. It was truly beautiful. Our view looked over the pond out front and there was a rainbow in the morning! The bed was also very comfortable. We changed and went to the Earl of Thomond restaurant in the castle. We did not have a reservation but they found us a table. That was such a great dining experience. Food was yummy. Atmosphere was magical - there was a live harp player in the restaurant! After dinner we popped into the bar and enjoyed some drinks while listening to the guitarist. We met another couple and ended up closing down the bar with them. The next morning we got up and it was the day Hurricane Ophelia hit Ireland. We were advised not to wander around the outside of the castle. We quickly did and got some pictures but unfortunately did not get to see the castle grounds. We ate breakfast, which was amazing, and hopped in our car and headed to our next stop..trying to stay ahead of the hurricane. I can't say enough good things about Dromoland Castle. It was a magical evening spent and I truly felt like a queen. I will travel back to Ireland and I cannot wait to come back and stay more than one night here! read more

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Hands down the BEST NIGHT on our 10-night tour of Ireland (southern half)!! Staying at Dromoland Castle is an experience, not just a stay. It started with the warm welcome from the concierge, who took our luggage and our modest rental car without judgment - no snobbery whatsoever here. Our room wasn't ready despite it being about 8pm, and the manager sent us to get a complimentary drink, bringing hot chocolate and marshmallows for the kids. The staff is tremendous and they took care of our every request, so that we felt pampered and spoiled the entire time. When we got to our room, we found bears waiting on the beds for the kids, as well as candies for the kids and chocolate truffles for Mom and Dad. The room also came equipped with robes (2 big, 2 kid size!) and slippers, and the bathroom was one of the poshest I've seen in 25 years of traveling all over Europe and the Americas. The beds were incredibly comfortable and we slept like royalty. Wonderful. DO NOT miss the cocktail lounge! The octagonal room was once the study, and it's decorated with scads of Irish whiskey bottles and a diverse collection of novelties, including a jackalope. The barkeeps were young and energetic and lots of fun, and a guitarist/singer was performing early in the evening (i.e., before 11pm). We stayed up far too late talking to other guests and the bartender, enjoying the delicious cocktails and learning about the area. Breakfast in the stately dining room was delicious (of course), and we followed our feast with a stroll around the beautiful grounds. The reception desk provided the kids with a bag of cold toast to feed the ducks, and while we didn't find many ducks, we did find the golf course, ponds, groves, and even the walled garden, which features a fairy garden - much fun to explore. The only problem we experienced in our stay was that it had to end! We didn't want to leave. We stayed longer than originally planned to enjoy the estate, but I will be watching for opportunities to return! read more

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This was the best hotel on our trip and was well worth it! Food was great. The grounds are beautiful and the best part was the service. Top notch! read more

This place is absolutely delightful! The accommodations are 5 star and beyond. I really enjoyed having afternoon tea in the restaurant. I also recommend spending extra time to walk around the walled garden. It's hidden behind the club house. It was beautiful! They have american outlets for those of you from the States! read more

Dromoland Castle - Hotels Near Me - Newmarket-on-Fergus, CE

Ranking: Highly Recommend I believe it is most people's dream as children to one day live in a castle like royalty - this hotel makes that dream a reality for those who make the trek to it's halls just outside Shannon. Rooms: Definitely large for Europe, having enough room for a King size bed, table & two chairs, desk, armoire, two end tables and dressing stool. The decor is modern, but feels castle-like (3 sheet bed setup with pale yellow blanket at foot of the bed and throw pillows, stately purple and white drapes, Victorian era prints for wall art, plush chairs and furnishings, dark wood trim and armoire, white marble bath fixtures and towel warmer). Grounds: Feels like being in a botanical garden walking around the grounds. The lakes, fountains, gazebo provide beautiful views during walks and bikes around the grounds and the attention to detail with the flowers and horticulture create heaven for any gardener or plant lover that walks around. Very well maintained and beautiful grounds. Activities: Lots to do at Dromoland, but some of the facilities were a bit subpar. The aviary was great with 12 species of Falcons and a host of owls that are used in the falconry lessons. It was so cool to walk out of the front gates of the castle in the morning and see the Falcons perched on a finger, ready for their morning meal! The gym, pool, and hottub were so-so. The gym was small for my taste and didn't have yoga mats or room to stretch. Okay if you just want to run on a treadmill, bike or lift a few weights, but not great for much beyond that. The pool was nice, but did not have a separate space for the hottub - Had kids splashing around in the pool hitting me in the face with water because of how close they were. No bueno for relaxation. The lockers room also needed a deep clean - soap scum on the shampoo/conditioner dispensers in the showers and on the walls. Wasn't a big fan of the whole health club area. Golf was absolutely spectacular (see my separate review on this). Loved the course, the service, and the equipment there at Dromoland. Didn't go to the spa, but 3 of my friends did and they all complained that the massage therapist didn't know how to give good pressure. They all described the massage as "an expensive full body lube with oil". They all asked for firmer, but never got it. Don't waste your money on this spa, folks. Other activities were fun as expected - fishing, go karts, archery, high tea, walled gardens, canoeing. Again, lots to do at Dromoland! Service: Very good! The resort is a bit too large for folks to remember your name or do extraordinarily special things like flower arrangements or towel designs in the rooms, but the staff was always very friendly and smiling. They also did a very cute turn down service with castle made truffles and a little card with Irish sayings before bed (see the photo). One of the nicest turndowns I think I've seen! Overall: This was a fabulous hotel stay that I would highly recommend. Only caveats are on the health club and spa, which were all pretty ho hum. read more

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Beautiful facility. Great service. Clean, smells great. Comfortable bed and room. Special recognition to Lecia (correct name spelling?),the front desk clerk. Positive and courteous, with excellent articulation-- she really could've had a career a documentary narrator. The outside environment is also gorgeous and worth exploring. read more

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[October 2018]. My cousin and I spent one night as a splurge. Had a wonderful stay here. The grounds are magnificent. The garden is a must see. Our breakfast was out of this world. The staff were pleasant and attentive. It is pricy but a once in a lifetime experience for us middle income folks :) I do recommend this experience if you can add it into your Ireland travels. You can't take a bad photo. Uploading a few here. read more

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Dromoland Castle is an excellent experience and a wonderful place to stay. It is a great 4-Star experience (and worth the visit), but it certainly falls short of being a true 5-Star hotel for a variety of reasons. We stayed at the Castle with our three young children during our tour of Ireland, and we found it to be beautiful, comfortable, and fun, and offered outstanding staff attentiveness and hospitality. A few observations (pro and con): The Castle itself is in great condition, extremely impressive to look at, and sits amongst gorgeous grounds, a beautiful golf course, rolling hills, and surrounded by a tranquil lake. It offers exceptional service, a golf course in impeccable condition and a wide variety of fun activities like archery, horseback, clay shooting, and falconry. It also has an excellent indoor swimming pool and an average/below average gym. On the positive side, the staff is outstanding and the food (drinks, appetizers, breakfast and dinner) were excellent. Fine cuisine. However, the Castle rooms (hallways, etc) require significant updating and investment. The rooms offer worn towels, stained carpets, below average beds, and poor showers (with small folding curtains that cause water to splash everywhere when you shower). The accommodations lack a true 5-Star (or perhaps even fall short of 4-star) review. Everything about the place is full of charm and it is worth spending the time to walk all around the compound...just gorgeous. Overall...if you are in Ireland (touring or otherwise), it is worth the visit and is an excellent experience. Solid 4-Star overall. read more

We had an afternoon tea at the restaurant and it was lovely. All the sandwiches and scones we could possibly want as they offered to replenish them to our heart's delight. Lovely piano music to accompany a gorgeous view and great service. Walking around the grounds there were multiple falconer walking with guests who were able to get personal tours to have the bird land on their leather covered arms. Visiting here is a step back into a simpler world that is based on beauty and good taste. read more

We traveled here in August for a friend's wedding. We were absolutely blown away by the service and staff at this hotel. They were amazingly helpful before we arrived and remained so throughout our stay. Our family of 5 stayed in one of the family rooms, which was very spacious and comfortable. The room was clean and well kept and we did not feel cramped at all. Upon arrival, we found 3 Dromoland Castle teddy bears, 1 for each of our children. An amazing touch. The first night, the staff delivered cookies and milk before bed for the children with their names written in chocolate on them. Each night, the staff left gummy bears on their pillows. This is a very family friendly place. The grounds are beautiful and the golf course looks very nice. We participated in the hawk training available onsite with our children ages 7, 5 & 1. They loved it! What an memory. It was truly something they will never forget. Before we arrived, the front desk arranged for a babysitter for our children during the wedding. She came with references and our children really liked her. I felt completely confident leaving my children with her and the hotel assured me that she works for their guests regularly. The wedding was very picturesque and took place in the garden. It was a magical experience for all involved. I highly recommend staying at this beautiful castle. read more

Dromoland Castle - Hotels Near Me - Newmarket-on-Fergus, CE

Some random & possibly overlapping thoughts: - Calling Dromoland a 5 star hotel is a bit much. I recognize they have exceptional service, a golf course in impeccable condition (for February) and a host of the "usual blue blood activities" like clay shooting, falconry and archery. However, when you take a close look at the physical facility that you're sleeping in, it's a 4 star resort. For example worn towels, stained carpets and just a lot of detail that's been let go. - This is definitely a good option if your wife has staying at a hotel on her bucket list. You'll get a great night's sleep, enjoy walking the grounds and overall there's some novelty to the whole thing. We were both glad we did it, but really don't have any desire to do it again. Some positives: Got a great night's sleep, bathroom is pretty spacious, service was impeccable - without question 5 star service - We enjoyed walking around the grounds (for those needing a workout fix - I'd avoid the gym and go run/walk the grounds/course). - Dinner for $121 euros was a bad call. You'll get exposure to the dining room during breakfast - not worth springing for dinner. - Ton of charm - great compound. Recommended for anyone who loves old charm (Omni Parker in Boston) - Cool that Clinton, Bush II and very recently the VP of China stayed here (fun fact: VP of China rolls with a more ridiculous entourage than Bush II when he was acting president). read more

I brought my children here many years ago, and it was very pricey, but worth every penny. At the entry you are greeted by smiling Irish staff, who can't do more to help you. We were provided a huge suite, decorated to the 9's. A Waterford carafe of Mead and stemware was provided. The grandiosity of this hotel was beyond belief. We roamed the grounds, my children found the walled gardens, which they were excited to show me. We dined in a magnificent dining room with chandeliers taller than myself, hanging above. This was not our destination, but it was the most magnificent hotel I ever stayed at. My children will always remember, we stayed at a castle in Ireland, owned by our ancestors. read more

Voted by Samantha Brown of the travel channel as the 'Most Romantic Place to get Engaged'! My husband and I stayed here during our trip to Ireland in May 2009, when we got engaged! The castle is absolutely breathtaking and the grounds are immaculated kept. We arrived rather late to the hotel, once our bags were taken to our room, we explored the castle halls and found our way to the bar. The night manager on duty, prepared us some snacks and evening cocktails. He escorted us to the library where he proceeded to go into great detail of the history of this magnificent place. Our room was spacious, but needed some major updating, granted it did keep the medival decor, but as one review mentioned the windows were drafty and the carpets have be put through the ringer! Not to mention that there were some strange things happening with things being moved around and lights going on and off. We found out that we had stayed in the oldest part of the castle, which is rumored to be haunted and I am now a true believer! We walked around and found that there was a newer portion of the castle had been updated. We peeked into one of the rooms and they were being made up and it was substantially more modern, which was nice. Although, I did like our room, it gave us more of a nostagic castle feel. I would highly recommend Dromoland, after all every girl has dreamed of a fairytale castle at one time or another! There were alot of amenities that we did not able to partake in, due to time constrains, but the golf course was beautiful. I heard there was a very highly recommended spa and also a falconry, which I really wanted to see. We will definitely book our reservations here the next time we visit Ireland, it truly is a magical place. read more

I don't even know where to start or end this review. I recently just returned from a turn in Ireland and was fortunate enough to stay at Dromoland for part of my trip. Chalk it up to yolo, how was I going to pass up staying in an actual castle (one that presidents and dignitaries of all types have stayed in no less). I wasn't. You had me at falconry (yes, they have falcons like any self respecting castle should). Apparently this spot is famous for golf (note, guests can rent shoes & clubs) but I was there to pack as many of the other options in as possible. I managed to work my way through High Tea, horse-riding and walking the grounds (easier said than done) and heartily recommend them all. I missed out on: falconry (did get to watch a couple going out and that was probably as close as I should have gotten in hindsight, those birds are huge), gig and pony tour of the grounds, complementary bikes and row boats, skeet shooting, archery, the spa etc. In true fairytale style, I was upgraded on the spot to a tower room in the main castle area so my window-seats (yes, seats plural) got some solid use. The meaning behind King of the castle really hit home as I looked out over the surrounding manicured grounds. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful, which can really make or break a hotel. The property was most likely last renovated in the 90s, so picture old money luxury not brand new modern sleek, but is excellently kept up and seeped in tradition. I do not think I have been in a bigger bed in my life, and they had down alternatives for this allergy princess and the pea (they switched my pillows during the afternoon turn down service). They also had free wifi all over the castle, and free bottled water in the rooms. It was nice that I did not feel nickel and dimed as the experience did not come cheap overall, but instead pampered and genuinely welcomed (staff knowing my name certainly left an impression on me). Dining options are varied, and I passed on the gorgeous formal dining room in favor of light bites in the bar (breakfast is served in there as well). Light bites were followed by a signature moment: comfortable in a large antique chair, reading by the fire in a 12 ft fireplace, sipping on irish coffee into the wee hours of the morning while sounds from live Irish ballad singers drifted down the halls after a brisk evening stroll around the foggy ground. Yeah, yolo alright. read more

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What a beautiful establishment on a well maintained golf course. The grounds are open to explore and there is something for everyone to do here. The staff is also friendly and extremely accommodating. The reason I only gave it 4 stars is because a few items in the room need to be fixed up (door knob broken/ light not working). read more

Dromoland Castle - Hotels Near Me - Newmarket-on-Fergus, CE

An amazing place to stay in! We were at many castles that are now hotels and very few come close to the magnificence and grandeur of Dromoland! The only glitch we encountered at check-in, being taken to a very nice room on the ground floor that had two windows looking over......a wall a few yards away! We immediately went back to reception and insisted on getting a room with a view of the beautiful, breath-stopping grounds. It took a few minutes, while we were given drinks, to get a much better room over-looking the lake. The gardens and grounds at the castle MUST be explored. We loved every minute of the two nights we were there. Room Tip: If you can afford it - don't miss it! read more

Stayed here in July 2012. The staff was very attentive and there were a ton of them. This hotel has an immense amount of snob appeal; be prepared for a wide mix of people with a lot of money and the average traveler. I understand that George Busch stayed here too. However this far from being a 5 star hotel, because management is trying to cover several price points. The rooms are old, the hallways have peeling wallpaper and there are very worn carpets. Be prepared to spend your hard earned euros and dollars if you come though. A good example: we had some laundry done after our 10 days of travel; five pairs of underwear, five pairs of pants, five shirts and 6 pairs of socks....144.00 u.s. dollars. The food was only average too. There is far better food in near by Ennis. The bottom line? We could not wait to move on after one nights stay. I don't think I could recommend it to anyone I know. I did see that this would be heaven for golfers, because it looks like they take very good care of their course; more so than the hotel though. read more

Stayed here our last two nights in Ireland. We had a wonderful trip all around Ireland and were excited to stay here. We stayed at Ashford Castle up in Cong a few days before and Ashford makes Dromoland feel like a 3 star hotel. Here are a few things that we didn't like: - the hotel seems under staffed. Besides the doorman mike being awesome the rest of the staff feel alittle unwelcoming. - the layout is really hard to navigate. You have to walk 5 different hallways to get to the dining room. They have their kitchen on the second floor of the main castle and all you see is blaring lights from the outside at night. It seems like a good place to put rooms but I guess not. Instead your most likely put in a room in a new part of the castle made to look old. - the "grounds" are a golf course. A very nice golf course but still the walking a biking paths are through the golf course where you have to dodge balls. The walled garden is nice. - construction happening all through the parts of the hotel - turn down service is at 6 pm right when your getting ready for dinner I would say without a doubt you will get your money's worth three fold staying at Ashford. Which is around the same price. It a shame our vacation had to end here. read more

Such a beautiful place. My husband and I visited in December of 2014 and absolutely loved it here. Our only complaint was the cold and rain-- but of course, that could hardly be helped! What we get for traveling in the winter. The staff at Dromoland is incredibly nice, and the rooms are lovely and generous. The grounds are gorgeous, and you can borrow a bike or take out a boat at no charge. During the spring, the walled garden must be lovely (but when we were there, it was mostly brown). We had one of the most excellent meals of our lives at the Earl of Thomond. My husband and I are vegetarian, and we were pleased that they had crafted such a thoughtful and delicious vegetarian menu. Highlights included vegetable feuilletée, avocado pasta, a gnocchi of sorts, chocolate souffle. The restaurant service was absolutely incredible, too. Our waiter told us he has been working at Dromoland Castle for many years, and that his wife is an employee there as well. Our time here was nearly magical, and we look forward to returning again in the near future. read more

Quite possibly the best hotel in Ireland. In fact, all of the foreign dignitaries and various other high profile individuals always stay here. I myself have never been so privileged, but I have been here for a few events and dinner and I must say it is well impressive. This is a five star hotel and it shows in every way. They have a nice gift shop on the grounds along with some amazing scenery. It is an actual castle in every since of the word, with expansive grounds and a golf club and spa on premises. They are also very nice there and don't mind if visitors who are not guests come to see the grounds or avail of the gift shop, spa, or golf facilities. But be aware, it is a bit pricey sure. read more

Dromoland Castle - Hotels Near Me - Newmarket-on-Fergus, CE

I stayed here in when I went to Ireland in 2005. It was awesome! Rooms were spacious, good amenities. Food was great too! There is a great garden with lots of cool flowers ... and a duck pond.... read more

Dromoland Castle - Hotels Near Me - Newmarket-on-Fergus, CE

The grounds are amazing and I highly recommend staying at the Dromoland Castle and Golf club. Every part of the stay was perfect. The pool and spa area was great both the pool hot sauna and steam were very user friendly. The staff was as good as it gets. We ate dinner at the Earl of Thomas fine fine dining and was the best food we had on the entire trip. Ian the somm was great and very helpful with the extensive wine list. First course: Pan-Fried Green Asparagus Foie Gras Sauté Second coures: Pot-Roasted 'Pasture Fed' Irish Free Range Chicken Roast Rack of Burren Lamb On the other night we ate in the Galley and it was also fabulous. Bangers and Mash - Loughnanes Country Sausages with Buttered Mash & Onion Gravy Wild Forest Mushroom Risotto - With Garden Peas, Black Truf e Oil & Parmesan The Traditional Irish breakfast was also outstanding. If you have the opportunity to stay or just eat here do not pass it up. read more

If you are expecting a castle experience you will not find it here. It has been renovated and is just like any other 5 star hotel except that some of the rooms don't have A/C!! However, the grounds are beautiful and the golf course is superb. read more

This place is very special to me. My girlfriend and I took a vacation and went to Ireland and stayed at a few castles along the way. This was by far my favorite. Everything was so elegant and beautiful. We ate dinner in the dining room, and although the menu was something more exquisite than what I had been accustomed to, it was delicious, I am happy that I was able to try something outside of my comfort zone. I wish I had more time to spend at this castle. My girlfriend and I explored some of the rooms and property on the castle, we had drinks in one of the lounge rooms after our dinner, it was a nice and relaxing way to finish the evening. I want to come back to Ireland, and specifically this castle at least once more before I die. This place is magical, it really captivated me. Thank you Dromoland Castle and staff, you made my trip to Ireland truly memerable. read more

This was my favorite hotel while traveling in Ireland. The grounds are gorgeous! My husband really enjoyed walking around the grounds and discovering all the nooks and crannies of this estate. If the weather is nice you can row out on to the lake, fish or even SUP. It was a very relaxing stay. Our room was very spacious and decorated in soft pastel blue and green. Because it was our honeymoon they left us a box of chocolates and voucher for 2 glasses of champagne (nicolas feuillate). Excellent service and friendly staff. If staying here make sure to make time to take tea, scones are excellent. Whether this is actually a 4 star vs 5 star hotel didn't make a difference my husband and I had a lovely stay. I would highly recommend staying here at least 2 nights while traveling the west of Ireland. read more

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We stayed here for two nights. There was lots of character and the staff was terrific. The concierge helped us plan our day trips with expert advice and humor. The first night we took advantage of a horse drawn carriage ride around the grounds. Sean our guide and carriage driver was exceptionally knowledgeable and quite the entertainer. He told us tales and history that added to the charm of the entire experience. We finished the night off in the well stocked bar listening to live music. It well situated for day trips, close to the Ciffs of Moher and only an hour from Galway, a bustling university town. If you rather stay in one place though there is plenty to take advantage of on the grounds. There plenty of ground and garden to walk and explore. I don't play golf, but a few in our party do and they took advantage of the lush green course. There are some elements that aren't perfect. The carpets are water damaged in places and the window in our room was very drafty. The bed also was a bit worse for the wear. But overall this was a great experience. read more