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Dromoland Castle

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Dromoland Castle, located in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare, Ireland, is a distinguished five-star luxury hotel steeped in a millennium of history. This 16th-century ancestral home of the O’Briens, descendants of High King Brian Ború, offers an unparalleled experience across 500 acres of parklands and woodlands. Guests can indulge in a range of activities including golf, falconry, archery, and boating, or relax at the leisure centre and pool. Culinary delights await at the acclaimed Earl of Thomond Restaurant, The Fig Tree, and the Cocktail Bar and Gallery. A proud member of Preferred Hotels Worldwide and Ireland’s Blue Book Hotels, Dromoland Castle provides opulent accommodations, from Deluxe rooms to the grand Brian Ború Suite, ensuring a truly regal stay.

At a GlanceDromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare, V95 XG76, Ireland
City
Ireland
Country
Ireland
Star Rating
5 Stars
Editor Score
8.5 / 10
Price Range
Upscale
Region
Europe
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Why We Love It
Ancestral home of the O’Briens, descendants of High King Brian Ború
500 acres of parklands and woodlands for activities like falconry and archery
Acclaimed Earl of Thomond Restaurant
Championship golf course on-site
Member of Preferred Hotels Worldwide and Ireland’s Blue Book Hotels
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BoutiqueMountain & Nature
Best For
History enthusiastsLuxury seekersNature lovers
Nearby
Dromoland LoughOn-site

A beautiful private lake within the estate, perfect for fishing, boating, and scenic walks along the water's edge.

Bunratty Castle & Folk Park10 min drive

Ireland's most complete medieval castle, with a living history folk park recreating 19th-century Irish rural life. Medieval banquets are held nightly.

The Burren30 min drive

A unique limestone karst landscape of extraordinary natural beauty, with rare flora, ancient megalithic tombs, and the dramatic Cliffs of Moher nearby.

Cliffs of Moher45 min drive

Ireland's most visited natural attraction, with dramatic sea cliffs rising 214 metres above the Atlantic Ocean, stretching for 14 kilometres along the Clare coast.

Limerick City20 min drive

Ireland's third-largest city, with King John's Castle, the Hunt Museum, and a vibrant food and culture scene on the banks of the River Shannon.

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LocationIreland, Ireland
Stars5-Star Hotel
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