Lough Eske Castle

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

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
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Front of property
Garden Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

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Lough Eske, Donegal Town, County Donegal, Donegal, Donegal, F94 HX59
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Abbey of Donegal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Donegal Bay Waterbus
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Courtyard Area

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

Deluxe Twin Room (Guest Room)

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

Deluxe Room (Guest Room)

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

Garden Suite

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

Junior Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

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

Deluxe Wheelchair Accessible Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (Superior Deluxe)

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

Donegal Suite

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

  • Diamond Obelisk - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Killaghtee Old Church - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Abbey of Donegal - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olde Castle Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blas Café - ‬10 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. Event space at this hotel measures 6889 square feet (640 square meters) and includes conference space. 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
  • 6889 sq ft of conference space
  • 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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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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 Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lough Eske Castle on Dec 15, 2025 start from $269.49, 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 hot stone massages, mani/pedis, and aromatherapy.

How close is Lough Eske Castle to downtown Donegal?

Lough Eske Castle is 0.2 mi away from Lough Eske.

Reviews

Lough Eske Castle Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 783 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

JILL

Traveled with partner
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

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
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

Linda

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

Awesome place to stay in Donegal Area

This is an amazing place to stay…you are truly treated like royalty from check in to dining to check out. 100% recommend staying here if you are in the area!!! Also recommend the whiskey tasting!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay at Lough Eske Castle. The food in the bar and service were the best. I highly recommend the chowder, huge chunks of seafood. We took the walk around the lake. Beautiful. Smells were amazing. The only thing I wished is that I could get the room cooler, it just didn’t get cool enough to sleep. A very first work problem but that would be the only drawback.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Kristin

Traveled with family
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

Kelley

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Traveled with partner
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, Petaluma

Traveled with family
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

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
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

Lance

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

6/10 Okay

Bobbie Sue, Mauston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was stunning. The bell hop was fantastic nicest man you ever hoped to meet truly kind, funny and helpful. The grounds were beautiful. Our room was unbearably hot, no fan to be had. we couldn't get room service no matter how many times we called. The fine dining was abysmal, the menu limited and the chicken overcooked and dry. The bar food was better. Would never pay close to $600 again for a hot room and inability to get ice delivered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eliza

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property but for 5 stars, little things were not up to standard. Our towel warmer barely heated and we had brown water giving out if the shower and sinks one of the two days we stayed. Even the maintenance person said to bring it up to the front desk, and when we did they only offered to refund 10% of one night. Like that's anything to compensate for been water at a 5 star hotel......
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Defiance

Traveled with family
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

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha

Traveled with family
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

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Pei Chi

Stayed 1 night in May 2025