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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
Fireplace
Garden Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Front of property
Lobby
Lough Eske Castle, by a tranquil lake, offers aromatherapy at CARA Organic Beauty Spa and a relaxing indoor pool. Guests can hike nearby trails, use the playground, or explore on bikes with free in-room WiFi. Three restaurants serve international cuisine with attentive service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym

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
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Wheelchair Accessible Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 46 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room (Guest Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Donegal Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Donegal Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Lough Eske, Donegal Town, County Donegal, Donegal, Donegal, F94 HX59

What's nearby

  • Donegal Castle - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Daniel O'Donnell Museum - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Diamond Obelisk - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Abbey of Donegal - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olde Castle Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blueberry Tea Room - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lough Eske Castle

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake
At Lough Eske Castle, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing and hiking/biking at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body wrap, or a body treatment at CARA Organic Beauty Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycle rentals
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 30 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the 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

Does Lough Eske Castle have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Lough Eske Castle pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lough Eske Castle?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lough Eske Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lough Eske Castle?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Lough Eske Castle located?

This family-friendly Donegal hotel is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bluestack Mountains and Ardnamona Gardens. Donegal Railway Heritage Centre and Donegal Bay Waterbus are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Lough Eske Castle Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 602 out of 764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 764 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Amenities
A really beautiful place lovely spacious rooms absolutely gorgeous would recommend Lough eske castle to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

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

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

JILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property! Big suite! Great service. Delicious food at Cedars restaurant for dinner and breakfast.. Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

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

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

Kristin

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

Kathryn

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

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!! The room was awesome, the grounds were excellent, and the staff was so friendly. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute gem of a hotel. Quaint and quiet. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BIANCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the castle. Large comfy rooms with an extremely comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, gorgeous rooms and delicious food! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful retreat. Peaceful, classy and worth it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha

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

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Lough Eske Castle. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Rooms and grounds are stunning. Food was outstanding. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Regenia

Lovely, friendly, beautiful.

Beautiful, enjoyed the facility and grounds. I would recommend two friends and family to stay in Donegal. Staff was lovely and friendly.
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

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the room was very modern for a castle. It was a little bit of a walk to our room from the front desk. Easy parking and very nice atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

The Best

The most amazing property, beautiful grounds, friendly staff, lovely, lovely, lovely in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel with warm friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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