Lough Eske Castle
Lough Eske Castle
- Castle -
- Lough Eske Castle Road -
- F94 HX59 -
- Donegal -
- Telephone +39 02 56 56 77 71
8.8/10 on 637 reviews
Set within 43 acres of forest at the foot of the mountains, this stunning castle boasts huge rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs. The 5-star hotel offers a luxurious spa within its beautiful gardens.
Cosy bathrobes and slippers are provided in each luxury room, along with a wood-panelled marble bathroom. Rooms include oak furniture and idyllic garden views.
Cedars Restaurant has a terrace and features traditional dishes including seafood from the nearby port of Killybegs. The Gallery Bar serves light meals and snacks whilst the Father Browne Bar provides a more cosy setting for enjoying a drink or having a light bite to eat. The new whiskey cellar showcases Donegal’s unique whiskeys with bespoke tasting experiences.
The Cara Organic Beauty and Spa has a steam room, sauna, massage suites and outdoor hot tubs. There is a fitness centre and the swimming pool is located in a glass atrium, offering views over the grounds.
Guests can fish on Lough Eske, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, while Donegal is less than a 10-minute drive. Donegal Golf Club is a 15-minute drive, while Donegal Adventure Centre and Surf School is a 30-minute drive.
All guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary history tours, taking place 11am daily, complimentary use of the guest bicycles, and access to the swimming pool and gym.
- Published Wednesday, 18 October, 2017
- Modified Tuesday, 12 November, 2024
Facilities & Features Lough Eske Castle
- General:
- Car rental,
- Designated smoking area,
- Elevator,
- Facilities for disabled guests,
- Family rooms,
- Heating,
- Hypoallergenic room available,
- Non-smoking rooms,
- Packed lunches,
- Room service,
- Smoke-free property,
- Soundproof rooms,
- Wake-up service
- Activities:
- Bicycle rental,
- Bike tours,
- Cycling,
- Hiking,
- Horseback riding,
- Live music/Performance,
- Live sports events (broadcast),
- Themed dinners,
- Tour or class about local culture,
- Walking tours
- Bathroom:
- Bathrobe,
- Free toiletries,
- Hairdryer
- Food & Drink:
- Bar,
- Breakfast in the room,
- Kids' meals,
- Restaurant,
- Special diet meals (on request),
- Tea/Coffee maker,
- Wine/Champagne
- Internet:
- Internet
- Outdoors:
- Garden,
- Outdoor furniture,
- Terrace
- Living Area:
- Sitting area
- Parking:
- Parking
- Pool and wellness:
- Beach chairs/Loungers,
- Beauty services,
- Body scrub,
- Body treatments,
- Body wrap,
- Facial treatments,
- Fitness,
- Fitness center,
- Foot bath,
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi,
- Indoor swimming pool,
- Locker rooms,
- Makeup services,
- Manicure,
- Massage,
- Massage chair,
- Pedicure,
- Sauna,
- Spa,
- Spa facilities,
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area,
- Spa/Wellness packages,
- Steam room,
- Waxing services
- Reception services:
- 24-hour front desk,
- Baggage storage,
- Concierge,
- Currency exchange,
- Invoice provided,
- Private check-in/out,
- Tour desk
- Entertainment and family services:
- Babysitting/Child services,
- Board games/Puzzles,
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping,
- Dry cleaning,
- Ironing service,
- Laundry,
- Suit press
- Business facilities:
- Business center,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Safety & security:
- 24-hour security,
- CCTV in common areas,
- CCTV outside property,
- Fire extinguishers,
- Key card access,
- Safe,
- Smoke alarms
- Safety features:
- Access to healthcare professionals,
- Face masks for guests available,
- First aid kits available,
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
- Process in place to check health of guests,
- Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities,
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Physical distancing:
- Cashless payment available,
- Contactless check-in/out,
- Physical distancing rules followed,
- Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Cleanliness & disinfecting:
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
- Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
- Food & drink safety:
- All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
- Breakfast to-go containers,
- Delivered food covered securely,
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
- Physical distancing in dining areas
Located in the castle courtyard, these Courtyard guest rooms are set in the original castle stables dating back to the 1600’s and are accessible from outside the main hotel building. The decor has a modern country style with warm, neutral tones and white wood paneling lining the walls. The ground floor rooms have sandstone tiled flooring with deep pile rugs and the upstairs rooms have deep pile carpeting throughout. Bespoke oak furniture compliments the restful colors and fabrics. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
Spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds.
Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
The accessible guest room bathrooms feature a roll-in shower, shower chair, hand rails and have tiling throughout with double basin granite vanity units, toilet and ESPA toiletries.
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
These spacious guest rooms feature a large bay window overlooking the Courtyard gardens. Furnished with classic oak furniture and elegant bathroom. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, ESPA toiletries, bath and separate rain shower, soft towels, robes and slippers.
The Garden Suites were created in 2007 during the restoration of the castle and still maintain the original castle walls. They are light-filled and airy, located close to the spa and accessible directly from outside the main hotel building. Stone-tiled floors are strewn with thick, soft rugs and the room is decorated with earthy colors and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centerpiece.
The generous space includes a Spanish basket gas fire, built-in wardrobe and living area. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
Some of the larger Garden Suites boast a grand oak table and chairs seating up to six guests. These are subject to availability and can only be confirmed at time of booking through reservations.
The Garden Suites were created in 2007 during the restoration of the castle and still maintain the original castle walls. They are light-filled and airy, located close to the spa and accessed directly from the castle gardens. Stone-tiled floors are strewn with thick, soft rugs and the room is decorated with earthy colors and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centerpiece. The generous space includes a Spanish basket gas fire, built-in wardrobe and living area. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine.
Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
Some of the larger Garden Suites boast a grand oak table and chairs seating up to six guests. These are subject to availability and can only be confirmed at time of booking through reservations.
Terms and conditions of booking Lough Eske Castle
Check In / Check Out
- Check-in from 15:00
- Check-in from 07:00 to 12:00
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Children and extra beds
Children of all ages are allowed.
Up to 3 children (up to and including 2 years old) stay for free when using existing beds.
Up to 3 children (from 3 years old to 12 years old) stay for € 30 per child per night when using existing beds.
Up to 3 children (from 13 years old to 17 years old) stay for € 60 per child per night when using existing beds.
1 person (no matter the age) stays for € 70 per child per night when using available extra beds.
You haven't added any cribs.
The maximum number of extra beds is 1.
The maximum number of guests is 4.
Conditions and cancellation policy
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 8.8 / 10
Courtesy 8.8 / 10
Leisure 8.8 / 10
Filter by travel type
- As couple
- With family
- With friends
- Groups
- Solo travellers