Ashford Castle

In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Through the grand stone gates, a royal adventure begins. This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland’s top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense. Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa. The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience.

Ashford Castle, voted No. 1 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland in Travel + Leisure 'World's Best' Awards 2020. Recently recipient of Gold Medal Awards 2022 including the ultimate 'Supreme Award', a 'Gold Medal' for Ireland's Guest Experience and a 'Silver Medals' for Leading Green Hotel and Afternoon Tea and awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide 2022 - Retained prestigious Five-Star rating .