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The Lodge at Ashford Castle

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

Located next to Ashford Castle, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is set on 10 acres of grounds, overlooking Lough Corrib in Cong. Dating back to 1845, this contemporary country house hotel features free WiFi and free parking. This beautiful lakeside property has rooms and suites equipped with the latest technology, along with sash windows and rich deep pile carpets. There is underfloor heating in each private bathroom. Ideal for those passionate about food, Wilde's restaurant at The Lodge at Ashford Castle has a strong reputation for serving fresh local and seasonal ingredients. Dinner is a six course meal in the Wilde's Restaurant. Other dining options are available in the bar. The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers a world of tranquility and relaxation, on the historic estate of Ashford Castle. Just a 40-minute drive from Galway, it is an ideal base for visiting Connemara and Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, along with Galway, Westport, and the surrounding areas of Mayo. Ireland West Knock Airport is just 45 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
EarthCheck Certified
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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Perry
United States United States
“A lovely lodge on the grounds of Ashford Castle. Just a five-minute stroll through a lovely woods, yet still with access to all the grounds have to offer. The value of the Lodge is outstanding when compared to the rack rate at the Castle. We...”
Vrooom
United States United States
“The lodge is a simple straightforward affair definitely not the Ashford Castle, but the room was sumptuous and the breakfast super. And the staff super kind and helpful. One definitely should book a dinner over in the Castle - there is a free...”
Lilli
United States United States
“The available extra curricular activities. We took advantage of the Dog Walk and the hawk walk. Staff was outstanding.”
Colm
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast and evening meals excellent standara. Stff very friendly and informative. Quiet location.”
Patricia
United States United States
“Location was beautiful. Very nice pool area. Staff attentive. Food very good.”
Kathryn
United States United States
“Everything is amazing at the lodge. I was so disappointed that I couldn’t stay in the castle when I booked but what a joy it was to stay at the lodge. The staff are the kindest and warm people I have ever encountered in a high end establishment....”
David
United States United States
“Everything about the property exceeded expectations. Spent a week traveling across Ireland and this was our favorite stop by far.”
Joanne
United States United States
“The staff were lovely. Great breakfast and sufficient parking. We loved our stay here and would come back”
Diane
United States United States
“Very good! Hound walk with James, Falconry ALL the staff were so kind, thoughtful and caring!”
Joanne
United States United States
“We loved the location & the ability to walk into Cong village and around the property. The staff were extremely helpful. Great breakfast options!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Irish

Amenities of The Lodge at Ashford Castle

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Lodge at Ashford Castle takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please be advised that on occasions, the adjacent Ashford Castle may be unavailable to guests of The Lodge at Ashford Castle. As a result Ashford Castle and its facilities will be closed to all nonresidents of Ashford Castle. To avoid disappointment, it is recommended that reservations for the castle’s dining and spa facilities be made well in advance.

Please note that acceptance of pets is subject to availability along with height, weight and breed restrictions. If you wish to bring a pet with you, we require that you contact the hotel directly to establish suitability of your pet prior to making a reservation.

When booking for more than 7 rooms either as part of one reservation or through separate reservations deemed to belong to the same reservation - then different policies and additional supplements will apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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