Overview
5-star castle hotel on a 200 hectare estate with award-winning spa and falconry
Accommodations & Grounds
Dromoland Castle Hotel Newmarket-on-Fergus offers State Rooms with lake views and suites in the Queen Anne courtyard, each furnished with antiques and modern bathrooms. The 200 hectare estate includes a walled garden, walking trails, and an 18-hole golf course that winds through the parkland. Guests can borrow bicycles from the concierge to explore the grounds or take a carriage ride past the castle ruins.
Dining
The Earl of Thomond restaurant serves a nine-course tasting menu with wine pairings selected by the sommelier, while the Fig Tree restaurant offers à la carte dishes like smoked salmon and homemade pizza. Afternoon tea is served daily in the Gallery, featuring finger sandwiches and scones with clotted cream. Breakfast includes a buffet with Burren Smokehouse smoked salmon and made-to-order omelettes.
Activities & Entertainment
The Dromoland School of Falconry provides hawk walks where guests fly Harris hawks through the estate trees, guided by a falconer named Jack or Dave. Archery and clay pigeon shooting are offered on the grounds, with instruction from a certified guide. Evening live music by Irish folk singers and a harpist performs in the cocktail bar and restaurant.
Wellness & Spa
The spa won World Luxury Spa Awards for Ireland and Europe in 2024, offering treatments with Burren Perfumery products and a sound bath with crystal bowls. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a fitness centre with modern cardio machines. Guests can book full-body massages, couples treatments, or use the relaxation lounge with lake views.
Family & Pets
Dromoland Castle provides pet-friendly courtyard rooms with direct garden access for dogs, including welcome treats and bowls. Children can participate in archery lessons, pedal car rentals, and the hawk walk experience designed for ages 8 and up. The hotel also offers a dedicated children's menu in the Fig Tree restaurant and complimentary teddy bears for younger guests upon arrival.
- Location: 8 km from Shannon Airport on 200 hectare estate
- Rooms: State rooms and Queen Anne courtyard accommodations
- Dining: Earl of Thomond restaurant and Fig Tree restaurant
- Wellness: Award-winning spa with indoor pool and sauna
- Activities: Falconry, archery, clay shooting, and 18-hole golf course
- Family: Hawk walk and dedicated children's programs
- Pet: Pet-friendly rooms with courtyard access
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
46 m²
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
46 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
52 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Picnic area/ Tables
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Steam room
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Archery
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Dromoland Castle Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 1093 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 11.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Shannon, SNN |
Location
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