Lough Eske Castle - Donegal

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.

The hotel day starts from hour 15:00 and ends at 12:00.

Four car charging points are available at the hotel which require an app called Monta to operate them. This app can be downloaded from Google Play or Apple Store.

Please note that the hotel does not have a charger cable, to avail of car charging at the property, you would need to have your own universal charger cable.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Deluxe Room. Spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colours 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 wash basins, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. ;
Junior Suite. 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 colours and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centrepiece. 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 wash basins, 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. ;
Garden Suite. 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 colours and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centrepiece. 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 wash basins, 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. ;
Courtyard Room. Situated in the castle courtyard, these Courtyard guest rooms arein 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 panelling 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 colours 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 wash basins, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. ;
Deluxe Twin Room. These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colours 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 wash basins, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. ;
Deluxe Double Room. These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colours 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 wash basins, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. ;
Double or Twin Room - Disability Access. These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colours 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. ;
Superior Double Room. 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 colours 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 wash basins, ESPA toiletries, bath and separate rain shower, soft towels, robes and slippers. ;
Donegal Suite. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The suite offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box and a TV. The unit has 2 beds.