A great stay at Ashford Castle in Cong can include a round of golf at the 18-hole course. Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps or facials. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and a sauna. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and walkability.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
82 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Free supervised childcare
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site valet parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
3 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
Private dining
Private picnics
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Free supervised childcare/activities
What to do
Tennis lessons
Archery
Golfing
Horse riding/hire
Shopping
Pool table
Fishing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike hire
Golf caddy on-site
Golf cart on-site
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
Golf course on-site
Full-service spa
2 outdoor tennis courts
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Lift
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Dressing gowns and slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Spa
The Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a steam room.
Awards and affiliations
Ashford Castle is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 580 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 2)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: EUR 1000 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 1000 per pet, per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle Cong
Ashford Castle Hotel
Ashford Castle Hotel Cong
Castle Ashford
Ashford Castle Ireland/Cong
Ashford Castle Cong
Ashford Castle Hotel
Ashford Castle Hotel Cong
Frequently asked questions
Does Ashford Castle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ashford Castle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ashford Castle?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 1000 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of EUR 1000 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Ashford Castle?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Ashford Castle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 580 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ashford Castle?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ashford Castle and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, archery and fishing, and practise your swing at the golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as 3 bars and a sauna. Ashford Castle also has a steam room and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ashford Castle?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Ashford Castle like?
Ashford Castle is a short 1-minute walk from Ashford Castle and 2 minutes' walk from Ashford Castle Golf Club. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.
Ashford Castle Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
Laura
Laura, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Randal
Randal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Maria
Maria, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Ashford castle stay
Everything great, staff, service , bar, restaurants, grounds. Beautiful property. Staff goes extra mile.
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Aug 2024
EXCELLENT
samarjit
samarjit, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2024
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
Calvin
Calvin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Amazing staff, beautiful surroundings. something for everyone.
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Very quiet, beautiful, outstanding service, and attention to detail. Absolutely stunning.
Shauna
Shauna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Beautiful! Everyone should experience this at least once.
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Wow!
One word to describe this experience is AMAZING!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 July 2024
Beautiful property, 5 star service , unfortunately food did not meet expectations for such a grand property. Staff was professional & courteous, loved the level of service. I would highly recommend a better dining experience.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Impressive
Really wonderful experience
We went to falconry school Conell our instructor was wonderful very passionate and knowledgeable
Dalmys
Dalmys, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
Magical Experience
Our stay was Totally amazing. The castle is beautiful, inside and out and there are lots of activities on offer. The staff are friendly and helpful, from the moment you are greeted at the door, through to check-in and dining.
Maureen
Maureen, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Service was amazing in every aspect
Dinning amazing
Room was beautifully decorated and bathroom
Had everything you could want and was large and comfortable and quiet
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2024
Stay of a lifetime. Worth every penny
Exactly what a five star castle stay should be— the staff bent over backwards to be helpful. Do the falcon walk.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2024
Nice!!
Sridevi
Sridevi, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2024
Excellent service
Rodolfo
Rodolfo, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Loved it! Beautiful place, very comfortable and friendly.