Lough Eske Castle
Castle, Lough Eske, Donegal, Donegal Town F94HX59 Ireland
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Lough Eske Castle Hotel & Spa is a 5 star castle hotel located in Donegal, Ireland. Nestled amidst dramatic landscapes, ragged coastlines and vast seascapes this award-winning destination resort features world class amenities, wedding venues, and spa services.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Hiking
Babysitting
Taxi service
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Special diet menus
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
Salon
Steam room
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
Butler service
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
VIP room facilities
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Luxury
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Japanese and 1 more
Location
Castle, Lough Eske, Donegal, Donegal Town F94HX59 Ireland
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The hotel staff are very warm and welcoming. The concierge on arrival is friendly and nothing is to much trouble. Check in process is efficient and quick. The rooms are really good size and the bathroom and shower are one of the best I’ve seen in a hotel. Toiletries and a bottle of water were supplied. The breakfast was outstanding with so much choice and not just your basic buffet that so many hotels do
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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We had two nights and 2.5 days at Lough Eske. We could have stayed two more. It's a beautiful property. We really liked our room that was right across from the spa, at which we had excellent massages and a great visit to the hot tub outdoors in the cool, rainy but delightful weather. The food served was of high quality. The servers were all kind and helpful. The entire staff was always ready with a smile and help with whatever we needed. We enjoyed the bar where we also had a nice snack and then a meal. The main restaurant is great for dinner. The room was spacious and comfortable.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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A very enjoyable stay at Lough Eske Castle. Lovely staff and a beautiful location just on the Lough itself. Lots of walks to take and views to see. Very welcoming and couldn't be more helpful, would recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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This is a hotel and spa that greets you with the facade of a castle that hides the hotel behind. We booked a room that included dinner at the hotel restaurant and breakfast. The dinner, with its many courses, was excellent. At breakfast, we could order from a menu and the buffet. Our "room", which was not in the castle, was the size of a small one-bedroom apartment. It was very comfortable and included a complete bath. It was one of several similar ground-floor rooms across from the spa that greeted guests with their own entrances and gardens overflowing with flowers. Quite impressive! Our short stay did not allow us time to take advantage of the many spa choices. However, we did take two of the walks in the nearby countryside recommended by the hotel, which we enjoyed immensely. This hotel hosts a lot of weddings.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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WOW! Hands down the best during our 16 day trip around the island. I wish we would’ve stayed more than one night. The staff are friendly, courteous and helpful. The dinner we had at The Cedars was phenomenal.
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A beautiful castle in Donegal. The staff greets you as you pull up like something out of Downton Abbey! They wave farewell to you when you depart too! A gorgeous castle, with large comfortable rooms. Great dinner and breakfast. My husband and I are now spoiled for all future vacations!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Donal Cox, General Manager at Lough Eske Castle
Responded 6 days ago
Dear Grillosgirl, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Lough Eske Castle recently. I am delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time at the castle. Your kind words on all aspects of your stay are truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you and your husband back to the castle again soon. Best Regards, Dónal Cox General Manager
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Thoroughly enjoyed Lough Eske Castle from the room (delicious candy left on bed) to the grounds. So many areas to sit and enjoy friends' company or have a pint at Father Browne's Pub. Would not hesitate to recommend a visit when in the area, you won't be sorry.
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Response from Donal Cox, General Manager at Lough Eske Castle
Responded 6 days ago
Dear turntostone12, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Lough Eske Castle recently. I am delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us and that every aspect of your stay exceeded your expectations. Your kind words and recommendation are truly appreciated. I hope we can welcome you back to the castle again soon. Best Regards, Dónal Cox General Manager
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Loved this hotel and property. Beautiful grounds and the castle is luxurious right down to the heated bathroom floors. The staff was very friendly and their service was excellent. Shout out to Shay. He was warm, inviting and gave us a wonderful tour of the hotel and room. He is a testament to why I love the Irish people so much. I would stay here again when I return.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Donal Cox, General Manager at Lough Eske Castle
Responded 6 days ago
Dear danimac04, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Lough Eske Castle recently. I am delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us. It is great to hear that all aspects of your stay have made great memories and your compliments are truly appreciated. I will be sure to pass your kind words on to the wonderful Shay. We look forward to welcoming you back to the castle again soon. Best Regards, Dónal Cox General Manager
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Very nice hotel! The Castle is just fabulous! We had diner at the hotel’s Cedar restaurant and just one word: amazing!!! If you want to treat yourself, go dor it, you wont regret it! Johnny and the staff made our diner more than amazing! The bar is very nice and the deluxe room, wow, very spacious!!! It’s not cheap but to treat yourself, it worth it!!! The Smithwicks beer is very good!!! You have to be there!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Donal Cox, General Manager at Lough Eske Castle
Responded 6 days ago
Dear Journey61697474393, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Lough Eske Castle recently. I am delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time at the castle and that your dining experiences were memorable. I will be sure to pass your kind words on to Johnny and the team. We look forward to welcoming you back to the castle again soon for some more Smithwicks. Best Regards, Dónal Cox General Manager
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Staff very friendly Rooms of a very high standard Bars likewise Grounds - spectacular Spa excellent - although swimming pool is independent from the hotel proper - necessitating a walk across the outer yard: pool is some what short and narrow. Main drawback - the Dining Room does not live up to the standards set elsewhere in this Hotel and seems to cater for high volumes of punters such a coach tours Nonetheless a nice hotel
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Donal Cox, General Manager at Lough Eske Castle
Responded 1 week ago
Dear FarAway51254122090, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us at Lough Eske Castle recently. I am delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time at the castle. your kind compliments on the staff, the spa, and the grounds are truly appreciated. I am, however, sorry to hear that your dining experience in Cedars restaurant did not meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to the castle again soon. Best Regards, Dónal Cox General Manager
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PRICE RANGE
US$243 - US$408 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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lough eske castle hotel donegal town, solis lough eske castle donegal, solis lough eske castle hotel
LOCATION
IrelandCounty DonegalDonegal Town
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lough Eske Castle
Which popular attractions are close to Lough Eske Castle?
Nearby attractions include Lough Eske (0.9 km), The Reel Inn (4.7 km), and Magee 1866 (4.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Lough Eske Castle?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Lough Eske Castle?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Lough Eske Castle?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Lough Eske Castle?
Conveniently located restaurants include Quay West Restaurant Donegal Town, Market House Restaurant, and The Blueberry Tea Room.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Lough Eske Castle?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Lough Eske Castle?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Lough Eske Castle offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Lough Eske Castle?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Japanese, and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to Lough Eske Castle?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Famine Graveyard (4.2 km).