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Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle, Cong, County Mayo, F31 CA48, Ireland

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • couples
  • wellness
  • food & wine
  • city breaks

About Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle in Cong, County Mayo, is a five-star hotel with 83 rooms, set on the shores of Lough Corrib. The property features four distinct restaurants, including the George V Dining Room for fine dining and Squire Danagher's with a local menu. The Spa at Ashford Castle has been named Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa for the 10th consecutive year and holds a Forbes Five-Star Spa rating, along with a Best in Sustainability award. The hotel itself is recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for 2026.

Ashford Castle is part of the Red Carnation collection and was formerly home to the Guinness family. Its combination of historic setting, acclaimed dining, and award-winning spa make it a notable destination in Ireland.

Why it stands out

Ashford Castle is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Forbes Five-Star hotel and spa ratings, and multiple award-winning dining options. Its location in Cong, County Mayo, and recognition for sustainability and spa excellence further support its inclusion.

Key facts

Keys
83 rooms
Type
Historic, Wellness, Romantic

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Dining

  • Fine dining — evidence: Experience fine dining in the grandeur of the George V Dining Room
  • Multiple restaurants — George V Dining Room; Cullen’s at the Cottage; Dungeon; Squire Danagher's

Wellness

  • Spa — The Spa at Ashford Castle earned the title of 'Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa' for its 10th consecutive year

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
George V Dining Room — fine dining
Restaurant
Cullen’s at the Cottage
Restaurant
Dungeon
Restaurant
Squire Danagher's — local menu

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
The Spa at Ashford Castle — Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa for 10th consecutive year; Forbes Five-Star Spa; Best in Sustainability award

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026

Location

53.5346, -9.2871
Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial15 fields
  • WikidataEncyclopedia1 field

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