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The Lodge At Ashford Castle

County Mayo · Cong, Ireland

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • families
  • couples
  • adventure
  • long stays

About The Lodge At Ashford Castle

The Lodge At Ashford Castle is part of the Red Carnation collection and holds EMPTYJET Approved status. Located in Cong, County Mayo, this boutique hotel is set on the grounds of Ashford Castle. Guests can enjoy traditional Irish cuisine at Wilde's Restaurant and relax at the bar, which is designed to evoke a real country house atmosphere. The property also offers a range of outdoor activities, including horse riding.

The Lodge provides a blend of local dining and classic hospitality, making it a notable choice for those seeking an Irish country experience. Its setting within the Ashford Castle estate, combined with its dining options and outdoor pursuits, appeals to a variety of travellers.

Why it stands out

EMPTYJET lists The Lodge At Ashford Castle for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Red Carnation affiliation, and location within the Ashford Castle grounds in County Mayo. The combination of traditional Irish dining, a country house bar, and outdoor activities such as horse riding makes it a distinctive option in the area.

Key facts

Keys
64 rooms
Opened / renovated
1865
Brand
Red Carnation
Type
Countryside, Family

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Horse riding — evidence: a host of outdoor activities, including horse riding

Dining

  • Bar — offers a real country house experience, with a bar

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Wilde's Restaurant — traditional Irish
Bar
bar

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026

Location

53.5346, -9.2871 · approximate

Position is approximate (city centre); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
  • Official brand / collection siteBrand5 fields

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