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Lough Eske Castle

5.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
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Garden Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

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Lough Eske, Donegal Town, County Donegal, Donegal, Donegal, F94 HX59
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Abbey of Donegal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Donegal Bay Waterbus
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room (Guest Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room (Guest Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Wheelchair Accessible Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Superior Room (Superior Deluxe) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Superior Deluxe)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Donegal Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Donegal Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Donegal

Located within a mile (2 km) of Bluestack Mountains, Lough Eske Castle is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ardnamona Gardens. This 96-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Diamond Obelisk - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Killaghtee Old Church - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Abbey of Donegal - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olde Castle Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Stone - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lough Eske Castle

Lakefront hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests of Lough Eske Castle enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and portable fans are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

CARA Organic Beauty Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Cedars Restaurant
  • Father Browne Bar
  • Gallery Bar

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6,889 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 30 per person

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Castle Solis
Eske Lough Castle
Lough Eske Castle
Lough Eske Castle Solis
Lough Eske Castle Solis Donegal
Lough Eske Castle Solis Hotel
Lough Eske Castle Solis Hotel Donegal
Lough Eske Solis
Solis Eske
Solis Lough Eske Castle Hotel
Lough Eske Castle Hotel Donegal Town
Solis Lough Eske Castle Donegal
Solis Lough Eske Castle Donegal
Solis Lough Eske Castle Hotel
Lough Eske Castle a Solis Hotel Spa
Lough Eske Castle Hotel Donegal
Lough Eske Castle Hotel
Lough Eske Castle Donegal
Lough Eske Castle Hotel
Lough Eske Castle Donegal
Lough Eske Castle Hotel Donegal

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lough Eske Castle?

Lough Eske Castle provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Lough Eske Castle?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lough Eske Castle on Dec 8, 2025 start from $265.49, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Lough Eske Castle?

This hotel is located in Donegal within a short 19-minute walk of Bluestack Mountains. You'll also find Ardnamona Gardens and Donegal Railway Heritage Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Lough Eske Castle?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Lough Eske Castle?

CARA Organic Beauty Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does Lough Eske Castle have a casino on the premises?

No, Lough Eske Castle doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lough Eske Castle?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Lough Eske Castle good for couples?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an indoor pool and 2 bars with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Lough Eske Castle?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lough Eske Castle have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Lough Eske Castle has 3 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Lough Eske Castle allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lough Eske Castle though service animals are welcome.

Does Lough Eske Castle have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Lough Eske Castle?

The closest major airport to Lough Eske Castle is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is 27.5 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Donegal (CFN), which is around 26.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lough Eske Castle?

No, at Lough Eske Castle, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Lough Eske Castle host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Lough Eske Castle if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Lough Eske Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 782 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 782 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 782 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 782 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 782 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay at Lough Eske Castle. The food in the bar and service were the best. I highly recommend the chowder, huge chunks of seafood. We took the walk around the lake. Beautiful. Smells were amazing. The only thing I wished is that I could get the room cooler, it just didn’t get cool enough to sleep. A very first work problem but that would be the only drawback.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true fairytale setting in a wonderful castle with fabulous grounds. No need to stay anywhere else. Incredible staff also helped make this stay one to remember for years to come.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and professional. The accommodations were absolutely stunning and the grounds were very well kept. I had a massage at the spa which was very relaxing and well worth what I spent. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was gorgeous, the thermal suites and food were excellent, but the staff made it the amazing stay it was. It doesn't hurt that we got engaged during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley, Petaluma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Lough Eske Castle. We rode bikes around the property, took a swim in the am before the fabulous breakfast. Amazing area would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in our upgraded Tower Suite. The grounds and gardens are beautiful. The Father Browne photography exhibit in the basement in the pub is well worth checking out. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobbie Sue, Mauston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was stunning. The bell hop was fantastic nicest man you ever hoped to meet truly kind, funny and helpful. The grounds were beautiful. Our room was unbearably hot, no fan to be had. we couldn't get room service no matter how many times we called. The fine dining was abysmal, the menu limited and the chicken overcooked and dry. The bar food was better. Would never pay close to $600 again for a hot room and inability to get ice delivered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eliza

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property but for 5 stars, little things were not up to standard. Our towel warmer barely heated and we had brown water giving out if the shower and sinks one of the two days we stayed. Even the maintenance person said to bring it up to the front desk, and when we did they only offered to refund 10% of one night. Like that's anything to compensate for been water at a 5 star hotel......
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Defiance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dylan the bellhop was great as were the bartenders and wat staff. Stupendous grounds and amenities. Opulent rooms. Difficult drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

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

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful time at Lough Eske Castle. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we settled in nicely. We enjoyed exploring the grounds on the bicycles that were provided. Dinner at Cedars was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is luxurious. No other way to describe this castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pei Chi

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Solamon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was not cleaned. Bathroom was filthy. This was one of the expensive hotel we paid $680 for one night . We have to wait for one hour for check in. We thought we would stay in castle, no all the rooms are in side wings. We got one of the side wing room. Very disappointed. I called hotel.com right away yesterday and they tried to reach the front office but no one answered. I spoke with this front office manager today, he addressed me concerns and apologized for the inconvenience and he promised me to compensate us through the hotel.com because we don’t have any outstanding balance, can you pls follow up with them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful castle with large rooms & great service

Lovely castle. Beautiful, large rooms and a great bathroom too. Great food, and very accommodating with food intolerances. Excellent service all around. Perhaps a little overpriced compared to some other great stays in Ireland. But I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Property is beautiful, large rooms, comfortable bed. The staff and service was very average and not worth the price. Wait staff in restaurants always seemed overwhelmed but not busy. Restaurant was out of several things on the menu. Towel heater in the room not functioning. If the price was less, none of this would have mattered.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

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