"Our stay began warmly with Dan at the gate and Joe at the entrance, who handled our car and luggage professionally. Although our room was still being prepared, Sabrina managed this superbly by arranging a fascinating history tour and offering champagne in the bar, making the wait enjoyable. In our room, chocolates, sherry, and a personalised TV welcome were lovely touches. After a long drive, the accessible spa was the perfect way to unwind. Dinner was memorable. Arezki, our French waiter, kindly ensured our steaks were cooked exactly as requested, and the restaurant manager’s complimentary drink afterwards showed real care for guest satisfaction. At breakfast, the kitchen kindly prepared fresh laminated bread for us again, which was delicious and much appreciated. As my wife has limited mobility while awaiting knee replacements, Marianna arranged a Castle minibus tour with Vincent when a buggy was unavailable. His knowledge of the estate and Cong, including the underground river between Lough Mask and Corrib, made it a wonderful experience. Throughout our stay, the staff’s impeccable manners impressed us. Marianna, Sabrina, Joe, Arezki, Vincent, the restaurant team, the chef, and Shane in the Castle boutique were all excellent ambassadors for the hotel."

"Fantastic resort. Highly recommended."

"Our stay at Ashford Castle was extremely special—one of those rare experiences where everything, from the setting to the activities to the people, feels exceptional. The castle itself is breathtaking, rich with history yet kept in immaculate condition. Walking the halls genuinely feels like stepping into another era, but with every modern comfort perfectly in place. Every detail—inside and out—has clearly been cared for with intention and pride. The nearby Cong is absolutely charming and well worth exploring. It’s small, picturesque, and adds so much character to the overall stay. You truly need at least two days here, if not more. There is an incredible amount to do on property. We did the trap shooting, which was phenomenal—the gentleman running it was extremely kind, patient, and made the experience both fun and memorable, regardless of skill level. One absolute must-do is the morning dog walk with the Irish Wolfhounds. It’s as magical as it sounds and one of those experiences you’ll talk about long after you leave. The live music in the evenings is also fantastic and adds such warmth and atmosphere to the castle. For golf lovers, the nine-hole course is the perfect size for a relaxed, walkable round during your stay—beautiful, manageable, and a great way to enjoy the grounds. A helpful note for future guests: you don’t necessarily need to pre-book the boat tour far in advance. On our visit, they were happily accepting walk-ons the day of and had plenty of availability. From top to bottom, everything about Ashford Castle is spectacular—the history, the activities, the setting, and the people who bring it all to life. It’s a place that feels genuinely special, not just luxurious. An absolute must-stay."

"Ashford Castle remains one of our very favorite places anywhere, and this return visit only deepened how we feel about it. From the moment you arrive, the service is simply incredible. Warm, anticipatory, and genuinely personal in a way that very few properties in the world manage to pull off. It’s the kind of place where you feel looked after at every turn without ever feeling hovered over. The rooms are beautiful. The decor is rich and characterful and thoughtfully done, the sort of space you actually want to spend time in rather than just sleep. But some of our favorite moments happen outside the walls entirely. We love spending time on the grounds, and one of the great pleasures of a stay here is simply setting off on a long walk across the estate with no particular agenda. The landscape is stunning and endlessly explorable. A special highlight this time was the Irish wolfhounds, a new addition since our last visit. We loved getting to spend time with them, and they quickly became one of the most memorable parts of the trip for the whole family. We also had a wonderful meal at Cullen’s at the Cottage, the restaurant out by the golf course. Set in a charming thatched cottage, it was a lovely change of pace from dining in the castle itself and every bit as delicious. If you’re deciding whether Ashford Castle lives up to the reputation, it does, and then some. Between the service, the beautiful rooms, the grounds, the wolfhounds, and the food, it’s a place we keep coming back to and can’t wait to return to again."

"Spent three magical nights at Ashford Castle and hope to return. We did the dog walk, hawk walk, horse back ride; all were so much fund. The grounds are amazing and Cong Village is a short, nice walk, and we ate in the village a couple of times. Lovely trip."