Ashford Castle 

Cong, Co. Mayo

Tel: (094) 954 6003

ashfordcastle.com

This sumptuous, award-winning hotel has recently undergone extensive refurbishment. Many of the rooms and suites have been lovingly redesigned, combining the castle’s original features with the latest modern luxuries. Meticulous attention to detail can be found in the unique works of art, carefully sourced antique furniture and sumptuous fabrics with custom designed carpets, bespoke beds, feature lighting, exquisite towelling and Egyptian cotton bed linen. If you can prise yourself away from the hotel, there’s golf, tennis, fishing, falconry, cycling, kayaking and boat trips on the lake to be enjoyed, whilst the nearby village of Cong has several very welcoming bars. For a truly royal experience, Ashford Castle is incomparable. We’re also extremely fond of its offspring, The Lodge at Ashford Castle, which is home to the exceptional Wilde’s restaurant.