Lough Eske Castle
Lough Eske Castle is renowned for the best of Donegal hospitality. This stunning, 5 star castle hotel and its estate has a long history dating back 14th century, with the main castle building from 1861. Guests are welcomed by sumptuous Castle Drawing Rooms, a perfect retreat and made for relaxing by one of the many open fires. The bedrooms and suites are spacious, elegantly designed with bespoke Oak furniture, featuring 32-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee machines & bluetooth speakers as standard. All bathrooms have marble tiling and benefit from twin vanity units, separate bath and rainforest shower, ESPA amenities and luxurious robes and slippers. The award-winning Cedars Restaurant features produce from the Wild Atlantic Way including seafood from the nearby port of Killybegs. The Gallery Bar offers a more casual dining experience, whilst the Father Browne Bar provides a cosy setting for enjoying a drink or having a light bite to eat. The new whiskey cellar showcases Donegal’s unique whiskeys with bespoke tasting experiences. CARA Organic and Spa is situated in the serene walled castle gardens and features thermal suite including an ice fountain, sauna, steam room, sanarium, tropical experience showers, heated bench, jaccuzi and massage suites, including a couples suite. There is a fitness centre and swimming pool which is located in a glass atrium, offering views over the grounds. Recently added to the wall gardens by the Spa are newly installed outdoor hot tubs. All guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary history tours, taking place 11am daily, complimentary use of the guest bicycles, and access to the swimming pool and gym. For those looking to explore the surrounding area, guests can fish on Lough Eske, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, while Donegal Town is less than a 10-minute drive. Donegal Golf Club, links golf course, is a 15-minute drive, and Donegal Adventure Centre and Surf School is a 30-minute drive.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 205 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-13
Guests praise the castle views, spacious rooms, and exceptional staff service. Spa and dining are highlights. Main complaints involve maintenance issues, poor soundproofing causing noise disturbances, and inconsistent restaurant aesthetics.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for romantic getaways and families seeking spa experiences. Book carefully regarding room location to avoid noise; expect some maintenance quirks.
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Room types · 9
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Garden Suite
The Garden Suites were created in 2007 during the restoration of the castle and still maintain the original castle walls. They are light-filled and airy, located close to the spa and accessed directly from the castle gardens. Stone-tiled floors are strewn with thick, soft rugs and the room is decorated with earthy colors and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centerpiece. The generous space includes a Spanish basket gas fire, built-in wardrobe and living area. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. Some of the larger Garden Suites boast a grand oak table and chairs seating up to six guests. These are subject to availability and can only be confirmed at time of booking through reservations.
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Donegal Suite
This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The suite offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box and a TV. The unit has 2 beds.
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Junior Suite
The Garden Suites were created in 2007 during the restoration of the castle and still maintain the original castle walls. They are light-filled and airy, located close to the spa and accessible directly from outside the main hotel building. Stone-tiled floors are strewn with thick, soft rugs and the room is decorated with earthy colors and elegant pieces of oak furniture, including the king size bed centerpiece. The generous space includes a Spanish basket gas fire, built-in wardrobe and living area. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers. Some of the larger Garden Suites boast a grand oak table and chairs seating up to six guests. These are subject to availability and can only be confirmed at time of booking through reservations.
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Superior Double Room
These spacious guest rooms feature a large bay window overlooking the Courtyard gardens. Furnished with classic oak furniture and elegant bathroom. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, ESPA toiletries, bath and separate rain shower, soft towels, robes and slippers.
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Deluxe Double Room
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
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Spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
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Deluxe Twin Room
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture and elegant bathrooms. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Thick deep pile carpets lie underfoot, and gorgeous bed linen adorns the large beds. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
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Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
These spacious guest rooms feature classic oak furniture. Furnishings are opulent and tranquil colors have been used throughout, a reflection of the surrounding landscape. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. The accessible guest room bathrooms feature a roll-in shower, shower chair, hand rails and have tiling throughout with double basin granite vanity units, toilet and ESPA toiletries.
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Courtyard Room
Located in the castle courtyard, these Courtyard guest rooms are set in the original castle stables dating back to the 1600’s and are accessible from outside the main hotel building. The decor has a modern country style with warm, neutral tones and white wood paneling lining the walls. The ground floor rooms have sandstone tiled flooring with deep pile rugs and the upstairs rooms have deep pile carpeting throughout. Bespoke oak furniture compliments the restful colors and fabrics. Wi-Fi access is standard, as well as a 40-inch flat-screen TV, built-in Cedar wardrobes and refreshment station with Nespresso machine. Bathrooms feature marble tiling, twin sinks, bath and separate rain shower, ESPA toiletries, soft towels and luxurious robes and slippers.
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