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
Hiking
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is AED 975
AED 1,106 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Room, Courtyard Area

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

Deluxe Wheelchair Accessible Room

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

Superior Room (Superior Deluxe)

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

Garden Suite

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

Deluxe Room (Guest Room)

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

Deluxe Twin Room (Guest Room)

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

Donegal Suite

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room

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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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Diamond Obelisk - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Donegal Castle - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • O'Donnel's Castle - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Abbey of Donegal - 10 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Olde Castle Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Reel Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬8 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 facial, aromatherapy, or a hot stone massage 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 porter/bellhop
  • 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

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Irish, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–11 AM: EUR 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Cedars Restaurant
  • Gallery Bar
  • Father Browne Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space (6889 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

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 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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
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Lough Eske Castle Solis
Lough Eske Castle Solis Donegal
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Solis Eske
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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 Bay Waterbus and Daniel O'Donnell Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lough Eske Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 700 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel . Staff very friendly and helpful. We had an excellent room . Quiet. Looking forward to coming back in the not too distant future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

Ruairi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service and hospitality was wxcellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROSEMARY

Staff very friendly especially night porter
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Lough Eske Castle was unbelievable. The property is stunning, with gorgeous grounds and a spectacular interior. The rooms are huge and beautifully decorated, with all of the amenities you can think of. The restaurant offered a variety of delicious options for dinner, as well as a delicious breakfast buffet menu. I truly felt like a princess during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great property loved the rooms and castle
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, easy to get to. Very welcoming, great room. Worth the expense. Extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great overnight stay here using Tesco vouchers. Beautiful grounds and lovely helpful staff. Would go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and gardens were so beautiful! The room was amazing and very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Severin

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

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lough Eske is a magical place. It was a wonderful place for us to spend some of our mini honeymoon. I'd highly recommend it to anyone thinking about booking. It is in the most beautiful surroundings. Everything is superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was fantastic. From the minute we arrived we had help with luggage and physical challenges. Gerard was great. The bar was also wonderful. The room was quite large as was the bathroom. Can’t wait to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

elizabeth

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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE LOVE LOVE!! I absolutely loved my stay here. The services were amazing. I arrived late in the evening and was greeted at my parked car and offered assistance with getting the luggage up to the hotel. The food in both the bar and restaurant was excellent. The room was comfy. I would most definitely stay here again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The BEST place we stayed in our 2 weeks in Ireland
I cannot say enough about Lough Eske Castle - it is FANTASTIC. From the time we drove in it was clear this is next level. Dinner - delicious. High tea - remarkable. Service - unmatched.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff Excellent receptionist
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, excellent food, friendly and attentive staff. An ideal venue for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property!! Our stay was absolutely wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Be careful as an american they add a service charge and then you add 20 percent tip on top. I was paying 35 percent tip. Not happy with thst.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great stay, looked after by fantastic staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service for dinner at cedars was excellent our server was the best and very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie Gloria Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property at a castle in Ireland. What more can I say but wow!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exquisite. If you are ever going to Donegal, you must stay here at least one night. It’s beyond beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was outstanding and the surrounding grounds are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First class food and service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024