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The Lodge at Ashford Castle

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with golf course and free breakfast

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LCD TV, DVD player
Lake
Food and drink
Indoor pool
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
The current price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

Explore the area

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The Quay, Cong, Mayo, 0
  • Ashford Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cong Abbey
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Quiet Man Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Suite, Lake View (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 61 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Deluxe

Superior Deluxe

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin

Deluxe Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Courtyard Junior Suite

Courtyard Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Suite

Duplex Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Sofa bed - double
  • 46 sq m
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Lake View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Courtyard Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Duplex Suite

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Cong

A family-friendly stay in Cong awaits you at The Lodge at Ashford Castle. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Ashford Castle and Ashford Castle Golf Club. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Wildes, is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the sauna and kids' swimming pool as well as access to horse riding/hire and bike hire. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Free cooked-to-order breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Cong hotel include Cong Abbey and Quiet Man Museum.

What's nearby

  • Ashford Castle Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ashford Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cong Abbey - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Quiet Man Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cong Mini Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Claremorris Station - 32 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mrs Tea's Boutique & Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cullen's at the Cottage - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Quay Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pat Cohans Bar & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Connaught Room Tea - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Lodge at Ashford Castle

Lakefront hotel with golf course and free breakfast
The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers its guests a golf course, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly The Lodge at Ashford Castle.

This 4-star Cong hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cong hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Wildes

Things to do

  • 9-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 500 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: EUR 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Lodge Ashford Castle Cong
Lodge Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle Cong
The At Ashford Castle Cong
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Cong
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Hotel
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Hotel Cong

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lodge at Ashford Castle on 7 Oct 2025 start from AU$407.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Lodge at Ashford Castle have a pool?

The Lodge at Ashford Castle has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What makes The Lodge at Ashford Castle a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Lodge at Ashford Castle.

Is The Lodge at Ashford Castle family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, supervised childcare and an arcade, it's no surprise that The Lodge at Ashford Castle is a hit with families.

Does The Lodge at Ashford Castle serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order breakfast is served at The Lodge at Ashford Castle.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

No, The Lodge at Ashford Castle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

Furry friends are welcome at The Lodge at Ashford Castle, with pet-sitting services and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Is there a golf course on site at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?

Yep, The Lodge at Ashford Castle has a 9-hole golf course.

Reviews

The Lodge at Ashford Castle Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 393 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Hotel with stunning views and great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge at Ashford Castle is a beautiful option for those wanting to stay near the castle but not pay the exorbitant price to stay in the castle. It was comfortable and charming and has everything you need, you have access to all the activities and you can walk the entire grounds and get beautiful photos of the castle. The breakfast is also delicious! Keep in mind that the Lodge guests can’t go inside the castle at all unless you are dining at one of the restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab stay would go again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another stay at my favourite place. Food, staff and activities 5 star. Boat trip a must. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amazing property. Incredible service. Restaurant was wonderful. The Hawk Walk experience at nearby Ashford Castle was unforgettable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning! Will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful staff that took the very best care of us. Our room was comfortable and spacious. Bar staff fun.We only ate breakfast at the lodge which was ok. Try the Ashford gunpowder gin but my favourite was the Dingle gin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Toronto

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. Best breakfast of anywhere I’ve stayed yet. Excellent kitchen. Great wine offering. Service unparalled (particularly Anna and Janiana). Lovely rooms. Tons to do. Gorgeous grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lodge. I would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not the standard we expected unfortunately!

Booked a suite room for two nights. Decor and styling of the room not what we expected, with red plastic-y faux leather headboard on bed and bright red carpets. Furniture was quite tired and a bit dated. Spoke to Aisling on reception who was very helpful and we were moved to a new room, a blue version of the original room, with a blue faux leather couch. Accepted as we didn’t want to move again. Again, furniture a little tired and dated. In-room dining advertised as having menu on hotel TV channel - this channel didn’t work, neither did any of the RTE channels. Went to bar in The Lodge for a drink. Lots of empty tables with reserved signs on, when asked barmaid where to sit she said anywhere with a reserved sign. No staff came down to take order, so after 10 minutes waiting, ordered at the bar. Waited 20 more minutes and waiter came down and asked again what our order was. When it came out, it was still wrong. Service in the restaurant in the Lodge was average, food nice but came out within less than 2 minutes of ordering which doesn’t give good impression of food being prepared to order. Staff appear to be mostly young and inexperienced. Aisling on reception excellent and Enda also very helpful. Had dinner and afternoon tea in The Castle, both fantastic experiences. Staff in the bar in the castle couldn’t do enough for us. Morning dog walk also absolutely fantastic - would recommend! Overall the standard in The Lodge let it down and we would think twice about returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely lovely. So glad a friend told us about staying so near Ashford Castle and Cong, Ireland.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say about this hotel that hasn’t already been said? It was simply amazing. We took a break from our family heritage tour and headed north of Galway to stay at The Lodge at Ashford Castle—and I’m so glad we did. One of the highlights was the Hawk Walk, offered by Ireland’s School of Falconry right on the property. My husband loved it. The hotel offers other experiences as well, and there are 350 acres of trails to explore. They even provide a trail map so you can plan your route. The estate includes lakes and streams for fishing and boating, and the views from the Lodge are breathtaking. Although we stayed at the Lodge, which is a fraction of the cost of Ashford Castle, we were treated as full guests of the entire estate. We had access to everything the castle offers. The service was excellent—professional and warm. Paul at the Lodge handled everything from luggage to transportation around the estate, always with a smile. Clarissa at the front desk and Vorchek at breakfast were also wonderful. Our room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, and the pillows were amazing. My only suggestion: consider adding a door between the kitchen and dining room to reduce noise. It was loud and we asked to be moved and we were accommodated. I'm so glad we were because the meal was a solid 10. Thank you to the chef and kitchen team. This hotel was a highlight of our trip. Visit the website, book a stay, and give yourself time to enjoy it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible dog-friendly stay at The Lodge

We had an incredible stay at The Lodge. Our room was so luxurious, the food was amazing, and the staff were all so lovely. We brought our two dogs along with us and they were treated like VIPs! I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024