The Lodge At Ashford Castle, Cong
About the Hotel
Rooms' Beauty in Detail
The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers 64 rooms, each with countryside and lake views seen from traditional sash windows. Each room features furniture chosen to complement the scenic views. Bathrooms include extra-soft towels and luxury toiletries. Room types include Deluxe King Rooms, Deluxe Twin Rooms, Superior Deluxe Rooms with Juliet balconies and rainforest showers, Duplex Suites with private terraces and Egyptian cotton bed linen, Courtyard Junior Suites with optional adjoining rooms, and Lake View Suites with views of Lough Corrib and private balconies or terraces.
Innovative Cuisine Options
Dining options include Wilde's restaurant, which offers dishes using local ingredients, and the Quay Bar for drinks. Executive Chef Jonathan Keane uses ingredients from local sources like Andarl Farm, Cuinneog Dairy, Brennan's Honey in Co Mayo, Connemara Fisheries in Co Galway, and Milleens cheese in Co Cork. Signature dishes include grilled lamb with fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables. The 'Red Ruby' cocktail features premium gin, pomegranate juice, and Prosecco, garnished with fresh berries. Full Irish breakfast is also available.
Leisure and Entertainment
Guests receive access to Éalú, which includes a gym, pool and leisure facility. The Ashford Estate offers activities such as falconry at Ireland's first falconry school, horse-riding, tennis, and fishing. Boat trips on Lough Corrib are available for up to three guests. Guests can explore over 130 ancient rock art sites with local guides and discover the ancient San culture. Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden offers photographic opportunities, woodland walks, garden tours, a craft shop, and dining in the restaurant and tea rooms.
Location and Transport
The Lodge at Ashford Castle is in Cong, County Mayo, 65 km from Connemara. Nearby landmarks include Ballymacgibbon Cairn (2.5 km), the Statue of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara (1.5 km), and the Royal Abbey of Cong (1.5 km). The hotel is near the Claddagh, popular for its bay views and the Claddagh Ring. Guests can get to the Aran Islands from Rossaveal, about an hour west of Galway City by passenger ferry. The Ashford Estate is surrounded by golf courses, including Connemara, Carne, Enniscrone, and Sligo.
Services Offered
The Lodge at Ashford Castle provides luxurious guest bedrooms and family-focused services, including junior guests' menus and DVDs. Cots and bedding are available for babies, and experienced babysitters can be arranged for an additional charge. The hotel provides access for persons with disabilities. The hotel offers guided boat trips on Lough Corrib for up to three guests. Dog-sitting and dog-walking services are available for an additional cost. There is a charge of €25 per dog, per night and we will retain a €500 deposit on check-in.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Archery
- Fishing
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal indoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Location
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