Ashford Castle
An 800-year-old castle estate on Lough Corrib with Ireland's oldest school of falconry
The Privata Perspective
A castle in the true sense — founded in 1228, later the Guinness family estate, a hotel since 1939, and restored by Red Carnation into the most complete castle stay in Ireland. The 350-acre estate on Lough Corrib carries Ireland's oldest school of falconry, lake cruises, a cinema and billiard room inside the walls, and the village of Cong — where The Quiet Man was filmed — at the gate.
Accommodations
Corrib View Room
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Castle windows over the lough
Stateroom
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Period grandeur — carved beds, estate views
Dining
George V Dining Room
Classic Irish
Chandeliers and tableside carving in the castle's grand room
The Dungeon
Wine cellar
Private tastings beneath the castle
Spa & Wellness
Spa with relaxation pool; falconry, equestrian, clay shooting and lake fishing on the estate.
When to Go
May–Sep
The lough and gardens in full colour
Oct–Dec
Log fires, low light, castle atmosphere at its thickest
Book With Preferred Access
Experience Ashford Castle with Via Privata
Complimentary upgrades, resort credits, early check-in, and dedicated concierge support — available exclusively through our preferred partner programme.
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