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Ashford Castle — County Mayo, Ireland

Ardilaun Meeting Room
Exterior
Oak Hall

Ashford Castle

County Mayo, Ireland

Style: Boutique/Design.

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Ashford Castle Dates Back To 1228 And Is Set On The Shores Of Lough Corrib - Irelands Second Largest Lake - In The Picturesque Village Of Cong. Today It Is Recognized As A World Class Resort Property In A Private Estate Of 350 Acres. Once The Home Of The Guinness Family Ashford Was The Chosen Location For The Producers And Stars During The Making Of The Epic Film The -quiet Man-. It Has Also Played Host To President And Mrs. Reagan And More Recently The Famous Hollywood Star Pierce Brosnan -alias 007- Chose Ashford As The Venue For His Personal Wedding. .

Five Star Alliance Client Reviews - Ashford Castle
Gabriel D., Ireland. June, 2007
"The hotel was great. We were upgraded to a beautiful suite overlooking the lake. This was our second stay at Ashford Castle and we would recommend it to anyone."



Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner
Golfing
A nine-hole golf course is on the property
Fishing - Fly
As well as regular fishing on the local rivers and lakes
Boating
Lake cruises from the Ashford Castle three times a day
Biking, Touring
Bicycle Safari
Tennis Courts on Site
Two all weather courts
Note Bene
Weddings are an exclusive event at the Ashford Castle so when you book one there it must be far in advance and you must book all 83 rooms of the hotel.
Banquets & Meetings
Two corporate facilities, the Ardiluan and Connaught rooms
Business Center
Offers two computers and complimentary internet access
Fine Dining on Site
Brunch or dinners in guest rooms or in four dining areas
Fitness Center
Health and Leisure Center
High Speed Internet
Only available through the business center
Spa Facility
Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and beauty treatments
Hiking
Around the countryside
Hunting
Game shooting
Jogging & Running
Three separate jogging trails
Theatre & Museums
Pony & Trap Tours

Hotel Amenities
  • - Tennis Courts on Site
  • - Banquets & Meetings
  • - Business Center
  • - Fine Dining on Site
  • - Fitness Center
  • - High Speed Internet
  • - Spa Facility
Available Activities
  • - Hiking
  • - Golfing
  • - Fishing - Fly
  • - Boating
  • - Biking, Touring
  • - Hunting
  • - Jogging & Running
  • - Tennis Courts Nearby
  • - Theatre & Museums

Hotel Address
  • Ashford Castle
  • Cong
  • County Mayo
  • Ireland


Location Summary
Located In The Picturesque Village Of Cong Made Famous As The Location Of The 1951 Academy Award Winning Film The -quiet Man-. Ashford Castle Is 1/2 Hour Northeast Of Galway City On The Shores Of Lough Corrib- Irelands Second Largest Lake. The Terrible Beauty Of The Famous Region Of Connemara- Irelands Most Rugged Landscape Is Within 1/2 Hour Drive Of Ashford Castle. .

Directions to Hotel
-snn- Shannon - 85 Mi S -gwy- Galway - 28 Mi Sw -noc- Knock - 48 Mi N . Directions From -snn- - Journey Time Approximately 2 Hours - Depart Airport Direction Ennis / Galway N18 - In Galway Go Through Roundabouts Exit At N84 - Headford Take Road R334 To Cross Village - Turn Left R346 To Village Of Cong - Castle On Left . Directions From -glw- - Journey Time Approximately 3/4 Hour - Airport Follow Signs Galway R339 - Through Roundabouts Exit At N84 - At Headford Take Road R334 To Cross Village - Turn Left R346 To Cong Village - Castle On Left . Directions From -noc- - Journey Time Approximately 1 1/4 Hour - Turn Right On To N17 - Knock Claremorris - Take R331 From Claremorris To Ballinrobe - Take R334 To Cong Sign Posted To Neale Village - Castle Gate Directly Opposite T-junction .
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted rate.

If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.

If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.


Ashford Castle- Highly Recommended

Ashford Castle is featured on the following Five Star Alliance recommendation lists:
- The Best Castle Hotels in Ireland




The Best Luxury Hotels in Galway



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