“A magnificent castle set amidst the abundant beauty of rural Donegal. Rooms are luxurious and spacious, adorned with comfortable, tasteful furnishings. In the day unwind in the hotel's extensive spa and at night enjoy delicious locally sourced seafood in the Cedars Grill. A rural Irish gem.”

Recommended for

  • Families

    • The perfect spot for a rural getaway, with plenty of space and lots of activities to keep the little ones busy!
  • Local exploring

    • In a superb location on the shores of Lough Eske and only a ten minute drive from the town.
  • Spa

    • Cara Organic Beauty Spa with thermal suite, infinity pool and extensive range of restorative treatments.
  • Fishing

    • Great place for fishing, bring your catch back to the hotel and learn how to cook from the experts!
  • Cycling

    • Take one of the hotel bikes for a day trip through the beautiful surrounding Donegal countryside.
  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs are welcome in Courtyard rooms and Garden suites, but are not allowed in the public areas.
  • Trekking

    • Go explore on your own or book an organised tour to enjoy the rugged scenery.
  • Sailing

    • Rent a sailing boat and head off for a whale and dolphin watching experience.
  • Great walks

    • There are tonnes of beautiful walking trails around the nearby Lough Eske.
  • Surfing

    • A great surfing hotspot, there is also a school for beginners close by.
  • Golf

    • Donegal Golf Club is less than ten miles away.
  • Secluded setting

  • Romantic

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Family Suites

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa breaks

  • Lakeside

  • Restaurant

  • Historic

  • Gym

  • Antiques

  • Child friendly

  • 5* Luxury

  • Wellbeing

Facilities

  • Rooms

    96 rooms in this hotel
  • Spa

    Cara Organic Beauty Spa with thermal suite, infinity pool and extensive range of restorative treatments.
  • Pet friendly

    Dogs are welcome in Courtyard rooms and Garden suites, but are not allowed in the public areas.
  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor heated infinity pool
  • Bath robes

  • Safe

  • Business Centre

  • Wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Bicycles available

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Library

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Air conditioning

  • Hot Tub

Activities

  • Fishing

    • Great place for fishing, bring your catch back to the hotel and learn how to cook from the experts!
  • Cycling

    • Take one of the hotel bikes for a day trip through the beautiful surrounding Donegal countryside.
  • Trekking

    • Go explore on your own or book an organised tour to enjoy the rugged scenery.
  • Sailing

    • Rent a sailing boat and head off for a whale and dolphin watching experience.
  • Great walks

    • There are tonnes of beautiful walking trails around the nearby Lough Eske.
  • Surfing

    • A great surfing hotspot, there is also a school for beginners close by.
  • Golf

    • Donegal Golf Club is less than ten miles away.

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Lough Eske Castle Hotel and Spa

'Lough Eske has been garlanded with praise – and no wonder: this five-star hotel offers marvellous service and hospitality. And a splendid setting too: the hotel and its grounds lie on the shores of beautiful Lough Eske, surrounded by some of Donegal’s most rugged landscapes.'

Originally published by The Telegraph

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