Shannon

Dromoland Castle

Rialto Score 9+

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A historic castle with a rich past, Dromoland Castle combines authentic Irish hospitality with the finest in modern luxuries. Guests come for the world-class golf, outstanding cuisine, intimate Castle Spa, and magical setting next to a glistening lake. The 500-acre country estate is considered one of Europe's most desirable destinations, with its championship 18-hole golf course, falconry, and host of fun country pursuits. At the gateway to the Cliffs of Moher, the Wild Atlantic Way, and West of Ireland, enjoy the best of Ireland’s scenery before returning to five-star comforts, log fires, afternoon tea, and the warmest of Irish welcomes.

Newmarket On Fergus., 00000 Shannon, Ireland
Dromoland Castle

About Dromoland Castle

Insider tip

Take part in the falconry school and learn how its falconers bond with and care for these magnificent birds of prey. –Rita Bennett

In the hotel’s own words

Dromoland Castle is one of Ireland's finest castle hotels. It is one of the few castle hotels that can trace its ownership back through history to Gaelic Irish families of royal heritage. The Castle offers guests' superior accomodation with a mix of Rooms & Suites to choose from. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, absolute luxury and exceptional service Dromoland Castle is the fairytale Irish castle experience. The castle is just 8 miles from Shannon International Airport and directly linked to all major motorways, making it an ideal base from which to explore the exceptional beauty of the West Coast of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way. The castle is also close to the rugged magnificence of the Unesco Global geopark the Burren and Cliffs of Moher and the vibrant cities of Limerick and Galway are all in close proximity.

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Through your bedroom window, the grounds of the Estate are spread magnificently before your eyes. Each guest room enjoys its own individual personality, blending period decoration with today's modern amenities. Dromoland bedrooms give an uncommon degree of comfort to guests, it is refreshing to relax and reflect on the enjoyments of the day in the comfort of your room and perhaps call Room Service to deliver canapés and champagne before dinner.

Dining at Dromoland is always an occasion. It is also a culinary delight; the quality of the food and service is renowned the world over with a special focus on working with local producer and artisans. There is something special for all tastes, a six-course dinner celebration in Dromoland's signature restaurant the Earl of Thomond, an Afternoon Tea in the Drawing Room or a light snack in the Country Club, all can be enjoyed in wonderfully grand but relaxed settings.The Earl of Thomond Restaurant offers a relaxed but elegant dining experience.The Fig Tree Restaurant offers a wonderful variety of dining, from 12 noon to 10pm. The menu and presentation have been created for more informal dining, in contrast to the award-winning Earl of Thomond Restaurant.

In accordance with our reputation for fine cuisine, Dromoland's wine list has been meticulously selected to uphold this standard of excellence. Formerly the Castle library, the Cocktail Bar at the top of the main Gallery now provides the cosy setting for pleasures of a less literary nature. Candlelit by evening, Irish ballads provide the background for after-dinner drinks to complete your evening.

Dromoland offers guests a wide range of leisure pursuits, most of which can be organised in advance right here at the hotel. On the estate, guests can enjoy superb golf, tennis, fishing, shooting and boating while our beautiful gardens and secluded woodlands offer any number of opportunities for jogging, cycling or for a leisurely stroll. Should your tastes extend to more adventurous pastimes like horse riding or deep-sea fishing, we'll be happy to advise and organise on your behalf.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner benefits, included

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner is Preferred Hotels & Resorts' invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns I Prefer points and elite-night credit, and I Prefer elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • I Prefer points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking

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Rooms and suites

8 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
1Queen Anne Classic
Bright, spacious, and luxurious, our Queen Anne Rooms blend five-star sophistication with castle heritage. Recently renovated, these spacious rooms feature soothing colour schemes, bespoke wool carpets, sumptuous fabrics, state-of-the-art technology and glamorous bathrooms.
2Queen Anne Courtyard
The Queen Anne Courtyard was built in 1736 by Sir Edward · O’Brien and each of these elegant rooms has recently enjoyed a superb make-over.
3Deluxe
Overlooking the lake and Dromoland's gardens, our Deluxe bedrooms have been individually designed as restful retreats. Spacious and indulgent, they marry contemporary design with classic elements, through a luxurious combination of specially commissioned wall fabric to historically-inspired furniture.
4Viscount Deluxe
Individually designed, our stylish Viscount Deluxe rooms are ideal for those looking for a little extra space and comfort. Located within the Castle, each enjoys original architectural features and a larger floor space.
5Stateroom
Our state rooms are sensational. Housed within the castle’s original walls, each is unique in size, space and style and comes complete with its own intimate seating and dining area. The bespoke furniture and modern comforts offer you the best of both worlds – a truly historic hideaway with the finest of everything.
6Viscount Stateroom
Our Viscount Staterooms combine five-star opulence with our Irish heritage. Unique in design and dimension, each beautiful Executive Stateroom comes complete with its own intimate seating and dining area.
Suites
7Suites
Impressive and luxurious, our beautiful Executive Suites bring comfort to a new level. Housed within the original castle walls, each has been individually designed to capitalise on its regal surroundings.
8Brian Boru Suite
Named after Ireland’s only High King, whose ancestors built · Dromoland Castle, our premier suite really is fit for royalty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn I Prefer points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns I Prefer points and elite-night credit, and I Prefer elite status benefits apply.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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