EMPTYJET ApprovedThe Guests' — N° 188 of 777
Ashford Castle
Cong · Ireland
95.7EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$$from ~$983 / night
- Historic
- Wellness
- Romantic
EMPTYJET ApprovedEMPTYJET rank #3795
The Lodge At Ashford Castle
Third band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.
8,554 guest reviews analysed
County Mayo · Cong, Ireland
Part of theRed CarnationCollection
Distinctions
Forbes Travel Guide
Reader distinction
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
84.0 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 8,554 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google and Trip.com.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- families
- couples
- adventure
- long stays
About The Lodge At Ashford Castle
The Lodge At Ashford Castle is part of the Red Carnation collection and holds EMPTYJET status. Located in Cong, County Mayo, this boutique hotel is set on the grounds of Ashford Castle. Guests can enjoy traditional Irish cuisine at Wilde's Restaurant and relax at the bar, which is designed to evoke a real country house atmosphere. The property also offers a range of outdoor activities, including horse riding.
The Lodge provides a blend of local dining and classic hospitality, making it a notable choice for those seeking an Irish country experience. Its setting within the Ashford Castle estate, combined with its dining options and outdoor pursuits, appeals to a variety of travellers.
Why it stands out
EMPTYJET lists The Lodge At Ashford Castle for its EMPTYJET status, Red Carnation affiliation, and location within the Ashford Castle grounds in County Mayo. The combination of traditional Irish dining, a country house bar, and outdoor activities such as horse riding makes it a distinctive option in the area.
Key facts
- Keys
- 64 rooms
- Opened / renovated
- 1865
- Brand
- Red Carnation
- Type
- Countryside, Family
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Horse riding — evidence: a host of outdoor activities, including horse riding
Dining
- Bar — offers a real country house experience, with a bar
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
53.5346, -9.2871 · approximatePosition is approximate (city centre); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
- Official brand / collection siteBrand5 fields
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