Dromoland Castle

Hotels
9.5 (210 reviews)
newmarket on fergus , Newmarket on Fergus , IE

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful property
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Room 102 issue
Perceived high price

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
Room in the basement that smelled of mold; lowered score due to complaint.
Service
9.75
Staff were attentive and friendly, though there were isolated issues noted.
Location
10
Beautiful grounds and great location to relax.
Room Quality
9.25
Mostly positive with comments about comfort but lower due to basement room issue.
Amenities
9.75
Excellent activities like falconry and beautiful property.
Value for Money
8.75
Some reviews felt it was overpriced for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
9.75
Breakfast and food options received positive reviews overall.
Overall Experience
10
Overall, guests were delighted with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:39

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Top-Notch Amenities

Exceptional Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant and bar, offering a diverse menu to satisfy every palate. Enjoy a lavish buffet, à la carte, or continental breakfast to kickstart your day in style.

Recreational Activities for Every Guest

Whether you prefer a relaxing day by the indoor pool and sauna or an active session of tennis, fishing, or cycling, our 5-star hotel offers a range of activities for all guests to enjoy.

Book your stay at Dromoland Castle now to experience unparalleled luxury and exceptional service.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 210 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 9.75
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 10
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sandra • family_with_children • ie
10
Outstanding
Pros:

Beautiful castle and very attentive staff. The service was outstanding. Best breakfast we have had anywhere.

Cons:

Pool, sauna, steam room facilities are old and in need of an upgrade.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Whitney • extended_group • us
8
Incredible grounds and amenities filled with history.
Pros:

The beauty of castle and grounds and history. The gardens were a particular delight.

Cons:

I would have appreciated live Irish music. The guy playing the night we were there sang US songs. I was looking for a more Irish vibe while staying in an Irish castle.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent experience for all our family
Pros:

Incredible Experience

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Everything was amazing

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
8
Lovely castle stay
Pros:

Beautiful property with lovely rooms and spacious bathrooms. Lunch at the Fig Tree was very enjoyable and the staff was attentive and friendly.

Cons:

The staff at the bar in the main castle were inattentive and surprisingly aloof. They seemed more interested in talking to each other rather than serving customers.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

Upper echelon service from start to finish. Unmatched on our trip. My wife and I had an exceptional stay here. Was able to get out for a morning fishing trip which was incredible. Highly highly recommend. We will return

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Jill • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

We loved everything! We were greeted at the door by the friendliest gentleman. Everyone we ran into was so kind and friendly. They seem to enjoy working at the castle. The castle and our room were beautiful. All the little extras were so thoughtful. We just loved our whole experience. The food was so good.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
M
Murphy • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ellen • extended_group • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • us
10
Outstanding and highly recommended!
Pros:

Gracious Castle resort hotel in stunning grounds with so much to experience. Only stayed for one night but wish I had booked for 2-3 days. Offers golf, spa, walking trails, indoor thermal & pool area plus other outdoor activities. Dinner was excellent and breakfast extensive. Staff are attentive, friendly and respectful.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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May • couple • us
8
Excellent service, beautiful ground and building
Pros:

The staff and the services are outstanding.

Cons:

The dinner with tasting menu was overpriced with dishes served too slow. The property is really not as accessible for handicapped as it could be but it is acceptable for such a historical building.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Dietmar • couple • ch
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • us
9
Wonderful Stay.
Pros:

Like staying in a museum.

Cons:

Construction took away from atmosphere.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • solo_traveller • us
10
Dennis in fining makes you feel very important and at home!!!
Pros:

Dining room dinner and service was Phenominal; Dennis & Staff. Excellent!!!

Cons:

None

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Helene • solo_traveller • ca
6
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Sheenah • extended_group • us
10
Galánta!!
Pros:

Dromoland remains one of the best hotels in the world. The castle is steeped in O’Brien history, the accommodations are sumptuous and the service impeccable. The bar was top notch and the meals perfectly prepared and presented. And the grounds are magical - what a delightful environment!

Cons:

We all agree it was perfect

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Grainne • couple • ie
10
Amazing castle with exceptional staff hospitality and food
Pros:

Food was delicious.Attention to detail was amazing.Staff were superb .Amazing location

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Randy • couple • us
10
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful property. We will be back.

Cons:

It is very expensive.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee