Located next to Ashford Castle, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is set on 10 acres of grounds, overlooking Lough Corrib in Cong. Dating back to 1845, this contemporary country house hotel boasts free WiFi and free parking. This beautiful lakeside property has rooms and suites equipped with the latest technology, along with sash windows and rich deep pile carpets. There is underfloor heating in each en suite bathroom. Ideal for those passionate about food, Wilde's restaurant at The Lodge at Ashford Castle has a strong reputation for serving fresh local and seasonal ingredients. Dinner is a six course meal in the Wilde's Restaurant. Other dining options are available in the bar. The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers a world of tranquillity and relaxation, on the historic estate of Ashford Castle. Just a 40-minute drive from Galway, it is an ideal base for visiting Connemara and Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, along with Galway, Westport, and the surrounding areas of Mayo. Ireland West Knock Airport is just 45 minutes' drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cong
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shane
    Ireland Ireland
    The relaxed atmosphere friendly staff and food at the Lodge
  • Adrian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Peter the GM was excellent and staff very understanding
  • R
    Robyn
    Australia Australia
    It was a destination, there was a lot to do. I loved that people could bring their dogs. If I lived closer I would definitely do that.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Irish

Facilities of The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Steam room
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Polish

House rules

The Lodge at Ashford Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted The Lodge at Ashford Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please be advised that on occasions, the adjacent Ashford Castle may be unavailable to guests of The Lodge at Ashford Castle. As a result Ashford Castle and its facilities will be closed to all non-residents of Ashford Castle. To avoid disappointment, it is recommended that reservations for the castle’s dining and spa facilities be made well in advance.

Please note that acceptance of pets is subject to availability along with height, weight and breed restrictions. If you wish to bring a pet with you, we require that you contact the hotel directly to establish suitability of your pet prior to making a reservation.

When booking for more than 7 rooms either as part of one reservation or through separate reservations deemed to belong to the same reservation - then different policies and additional supplements will apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Lodge at Ashford Castle

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Lodge at Ashford Castle on this page.

  • Yes, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Lodge at Ashford Castle is 0.7 miles from the centre of Cong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Lodge at Ashford Castle has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Steam room
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Archery
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at The Lodge at Ashford Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Lodge at Ashford Castle is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at The Lodge at Ashford Castle include:

    • Suite
    • Double
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at The Lodge at Ashford Castle can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go