Lough Eske Castle

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 3 restaurants

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Swim and unwind in our indoor pool surrounded by a mosaic design and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy a game of chess by the fireplace in this cozy room with a classic design.
Experience the grandeur of this historic building, featuring a prominent tower and traditional architecture.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, coffee table, and sliding glass door leading to an outdoor dining area.
Classic lobby with a geometric patterned floor, grand staircase, and comfortable seating area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Lough Eske, Donegal Town, County Donegal, Donegal, Donegal, F94 HX59
  • Donegal Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • O'Donnel's Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Abbey of Donegal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Donegal (CFN)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Wheelchair Accessible Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (Superior Deluxe)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (Guest Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room (Guest Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Donegal Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Donegal

On lake.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Donegal hotel, you'll find Bluestack Mountains and Ardnamona Gardens. Donegal Railway Heritage Centre and Daniel O'Donnell Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Donegal Castle - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • O'Donnel's 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

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

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 3 restaurants
Lough Eske Castle offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A fitness center, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Lough Eske Castle. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 5-star Donegal hotel is smoke free.

  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 640 sq m of conference space
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Lough Eske Castle offers 96 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Donegal hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

CARA Organic Beauty Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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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Solis Eske
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Lough Eske Castle a Solis Hotel Spa
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lough Eske Castle to the airport?

Lough Eske Castle is 27.5 mi (36-min drive) away from the Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lough Eske Castle?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lough Eske Castle on Jul 31, 2025 start from $404.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lough Eske Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lough Eske Castle.

How close is Lough Eske Castle to the beach?

This hotel is 13.9 mi (23-min drive) from Rossnowlagh Beach.

Does Lough Eske Castle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Lough Eske Castle, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 30 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Lough Eske Castle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lough Eske Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Lough Eske Castle?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Lough Eske Castle have a pool?

Lough Eske Castle features an indoor pool.

Does Lough Eske Castle have a restaurant?

Lough Eske Castle is home to Cedars Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Lough Eske Castle have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at CARA Organic Beauty Spa, where you can enjoy body treatments, Swedish massages, and aromatherapy.

How close is Lough Eske Castle to downtown Donegal?

Lough Eske Castle is 0.2 mi away from Lough Eske.

Lough Eske Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 750 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 750 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 750 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 750 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 750 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

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

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place I’ve ever stayed. Would highly recommend to anyone considering Lough Eske. Every person we dealt with there was lovely and very accommodating. The room was outstanding. The grounds were beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DArren

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved It!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ali, Northridge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a beautifully renovated castle or country mansion. Rooms are large but lack furnishings. Our room had what seems to be another room with two sofas and a lot of empty space. A rug and a center table would have been nice. Changing the layout is better. For someone coming from the US, there are few or no electrical outlets that work for us. Needed to buy additional adapters. The money spentbis woth the grouds, staff, service but not the building or rooms themselves.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing stay. The place was beautiful, the staff were all very delightful, and the rooms were extremely nice. We will definitely recommend to anyone to check it out
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Beautiful venue with some areas for improvement

My wife and I stayed here for a babymoon. Our overall experience was very positive and we would stay again however, there are a few areas for improvement. We found the spa facilities lacking compared to other similarly-rated hotels: the pool temperature was rather cold and sunloungers were uncomfortable. Access to spa facilities was highly limited without paying extra (such as for the jacuzzi). Housekeeping was good, but some polishing in a few places would help. Quality of the food was excellent and staff most welcoming. Value for money overall was reasonable but not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room not ready until 4.45pm for a 3 pm check in, not really good enough for a 5 star hotel, everything else at the hotel was excellent, and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

Rob

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

Magical place and Service

Absolutely magical hotel, level of service and hospitality was best I’ve experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Belfast

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Couples retreat

Really nice hotel and spa. Perfect for a couples weekend. Got stuck indoors during a storm but the staff all managed very well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

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

8/10 Good

elizabeth

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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

Darren

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

Very Nice

Very friendly staff couldn’t be more helpful, very clean couldn’t find a fault.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Severin

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