Ashford Castle Cong
53.545307, -9.2872935 starsCong, Cong, Ireland, 0000000000
Editorial review
This Irish castle dates back to the 13th century and has beautiful gardens and a school of falconry. It's the former estate of the Guinness family and was made a hotel in 1939. The staff bends over backwards for guests and the pub is splendid.
Overview
The Ashford Castle Hotel is conveniently located in the scenic and vivid area on the northern shores of Lough Corrib, close to the medieval city of Galway on the west coast of Ireland.
This luxurious property, opened as a hotel in 1939, houses the medieval castle that dates back to 1228. It comprises the great hall, lavishly decorated with rich paneling, fine period pieces and masterpiece paintings, a golf course, dining venues, whirlpool, fully equipped gymnasium and lake view conservatory.
The hotel includes 83 comfortable guestrooms that include original features. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities, like broadband internet connection, satellite TV with pay per view movies, direct dial telephone and minibar.
Guests are provided with the elegant George V restaurant, serving the best classical food with a modern emphasis, including the local dishes and a wide wine list.
The Ashford Castle Hotel places approximately 200m from the bus stop and 30km from the Galway Airport.
Year renovated 2008. Number of rooms 83.

Distance to:
- City Center - 200 m
- Airport Carnmore - 35.6km
Rooms
The hotel comprises a wide range of luxuriant rooms and suites with the classic wooden furniture, elegant curtains, coffee table, as well as work desk with lamp and comfy sofa. All rooms are equipped with the up-to-date amenities, including the satellite TV, direct dial telephone with voicemail, wireless internet connection, safe deposit box, minibar and private bathroom.
Availability
Guaranteed lowest rates
Suite
King Size Bed |
Check Prices | |
Deluxe Twin Room
Lake view Twin Beds |
Check Prices | |
Family Room
Two Queen Size Beds |
Check Prices | |
One-Bedroom Double Room
Lake view King Size Bed |
![]() |
Check Prices |
![]() LAKEVIEW CORRIB ROOM KING. Each room is individually designed and appointed with classic style furnishings and fabrics in keeping with the style of the hotel. These rooms overlook Lough Corrib- the second largest lake in Ireland. Amenities include fully interactive T.V. system with movies on demand/ music on demand/ Internet access/ writing desk/direct dial telephone/ voicemail/ ironing centre/ hairdryer. Bedroom: 14ft x 14ft approx. Bathroom 10ft x 8ft approx. Some of our Lake View Corrib Rooms interconnect to same and other room categories. | ||
One-Bedroom Room
River view Queen Or Twin Beds or King Or Twin Beds |
![]() |
Check Prices |
![]() RIVERVIEW CORRIB ROOM TWIN. This Corrib room has a queen bed or Twin Beds and each room has its own individual design. Our Corrib Rooms over look Cong River or the Ashford Gardens. Amenities include fully interactive T.V. system with movies on demand/ music on demand/ Internet access/ writing desk/ direct dial telephone/ voicemail/ ironing centre/ hairdryer. Bedroom: 14ft x 14ft approx. Bathroom: 10ft x 8ft approx. Some of our River View Corrib Rooms interconnect to same and other room categories. | ||
Deluxe Double Room
Lake view, River view King Size Bed |
Check Prices | |
Dining options
Guests are offered the creative cooking, inspired by seasonal ingredients and an innovative menu in the finest George V restaurant. The Drawing Room offers Irish and international favorites along with a selection of traditional afternoon teas. Also you can dine in the stunning castle gardens overlooking Lough Corrib. The Cullen’s at the Cottage offers a bistro-style menu with seafood for informal event at any time of the day.
Book now ↑
Work
The property comprises two conference rooms perfect for business meetings and social events from 12 till 70 persons. The meeting facilities include professional conference team, high-speed Wi-Fi connection and audio-visual equipment.
Book now ↑
Leisure
The hotel’s health and beauty facilities with dedicated spa treatment rooms offer you to recover your body and soul. The outdoor activities include nine hole golf course, falconry school, equestrian centre, archery, clay pigeon shooting and fishing.
Book now ↑
Additional features
The venue offers the following additional features, namely the fitness centre, whirlpool, sauna, steam bath and meeting rooms, as well as transfer service, luggage storage, laundry, dry cleaning and ironing services, tour desk and car rental.
Book now ↑
Facilities
| General |
|
|---|---|
| Room facilities |
|
| Dining facilities |
|
| Business facilities |
|
Book now ↑
Guest feedback
Read hotel reviewsExceptional
Policies
| Check-In | from 2 pm |
|---|---|
| Check-Out | until 12 pm |
Book now ↑
Do you manage this property? Add your hotel to drive more sales or use badges to increase conversion rate at your website.
From $234
Ashford Castle LocationShare this map
- Hotels on page
- Other hotels
- Airports
- Underground Railway Stations
- Train Stations
- Parks
- Attractions for Tourists
- Museums
- Convention Centers
- Stadiums
- Food and meals
- General
Hover above the icons to see hotel photo and details.
Click the hotel to go to the main hotel page.
What's nearby?
The Ashford Castle Hotel is located close to the Cong Abbey, the Westport, the Quiet Man Museum, the Inchagoill, the Dry Canal and the Monk Fishhouse.
| Popular areas |
|
|---|---|
| General |
|
Getting there
If you arrive at the Galway International Airport, you can easily reach the hotel by means of the bus or taxi, or using the hotel airport shuttle service.
Getting around
The venue is 200m from the bus stop, about 30km from the Galway Airport and the Railway Station. Besides, there is the parking space close to the hotel.
Availability
Guaranteed lowest rates
Ashford Castle Reviews
Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at Ashford Castle
Average guest rating:
4.6Based on 35 reviews
- Location 5.0
- Rooms 4.5
- Service 4.9
- Value 3.9
Individual guest reviews
Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.
- Page 1 of 3
- Next page
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.6
Boats trips were just some of our great memories and the huge lake and river in front were awesome. The service, location, history and quailty were excellent, the facility was one of the best 5Star hotels I have stayed in. The interiors of the castle were very nice and the staff were amazing. Our suite was very nice, comfortable and on two floors, the restaurants were fantastic, the dinners were complete gourmet and the most delicious.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.3
The town of cong is adorable and the suites are huge and well apointed the views and faclities are very nice. Ashford castle to be honest and staff are very friendly and make the experience. The bathroom is very modern and the main restaurant is wonderful and makes you feel like royalty.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 2 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.8
The parks and gardens are great for walking and site seeing, this place is just breathtaking, the staff could not fo enough to make us comfortable. The rooms are well appointed and due to the thickness of the walls very quiet, tastewise, breakfast is a lot better. Dinner is jacket and tie for men and is fabulous.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
The view and lake are breathtaking and the area is quiet and peaceful, the Atmosphere is excellent, the staff attentive and very Courteous. Rooms are well appointed and clean, the breakfasts are wonderful and we had one dinner in the main restaurant and one in the cottage.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.0
Well worth the money, beautiful hotel and the staff were wonderful and The experience overall was great. The service food in the main dining room was also disappointing, the breakfast was the best we have experienced and our waitress was really friendly and funny. The current owner paid 50 million euros.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
Wonderful hotel in a stunning location, great service and the staff in the dining room were excellent. The food was well prepared.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.2
Great place, wonderful service and we would rather a thoroughly clean and fresh room. Food was excellent especially breakfast.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 3 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.3
The absolute best place i have ever stayed and the staff are very nice and helpful. The rooms and bathrooms are clean and spacious, the breakfast is beyond delicious.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 3.8
A truly grand hotel is ideal for special occasions and the staff are very helpful. The breakfast is beyond perfect.
The lake is very nice and freezing, the rooms are not luxurious at all.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 2 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 3 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
Ashford castle is the perfect getaway and the staff is very friendly knowledgeable and without any hiccups. The breakfast was a full hot breakfast buffet and is more of a casual affair.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.5
Breakfast offered no end of choice, again the quality was excellent and the staff were very helpful and polite. Our children's room was just beautiful and the food was out of this world good.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
The staff were cheerful and made us feel welcome, service was excellent. Our room had a king and was spotless and well appointed, the food was 5 star, just wonderful.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
The room was the best we had out of every place we stayed on the emerald isle and the staff were very helpful, attentive and friendly. The food was very good.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 5.0
Ashford castle was an amazing experience and i will defiantly be back, from the moment we arrived to checkin the staff were wonderful. Overall, food was spectacular.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
-
Ashford Castle Cong
Average rating: 4.5
The gardens and whole setting of the castle are unforgettable, the staff is warm. The breakfasts in george v are fabulous.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
- Page 1 of 3
- Next page
Availability
Guaranteed lowest rates
Why book with us?
-
No prepayments
Pay at the hotel, credit card details are only required to guarantee your booking.
-
Low prices
Enjoy our best price guarantee and special offers.
-
Free cancellations
Usually cancellations can be made without charge close to your arrival date (check policies).
-
Guaranteed room
You get instant confirmation directly from the hotel's reservation database.
- addthis