Dating back to 1228 and once the estate of the Guinness family, the legendary 5-star Ashford Castle was one of the first luxury Castle Hotels in Ireland. Opening as a hotel in 1939, Ashford Castle has welcomed many Heads of State as well as International Personalities over the years. The timeless classical interiors and award winning cuisine, combined with an array of Sporting Activities such as Fishing, Falconry, Golf, Horseback Riding and Cruising on the Corrib has resulted in Ashford Castle being awarded:
• Best Resort Hotel in Europe by readers of Conde Nast
Traveller 2010
• Top 10 Resort Properties in Europe by Travel & Leisure 2010
• Number 1 Resort Hotel in Ireland voted by Conde Nast Traveller
Readers Choice Awards 2008 & 2009
