A hideaway for all seasons
Ireland’s most magical address, Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. The ancestral home of the O’Briens of Dromoland, whose lineage dates back 1,000 years to Brian Boru, one of the last High Kings of Ireland, we’ve got nobility and hospitality in our DNA.
From the imposing baronial façade to our startling interiors, you’ll find a world of historic grandeur underpinned by the finest modern comforts. With lavish decor, indulgent dining, fabulous views and magnificent bedrooms, this is a place to feel at home.
Behind our warm Irish welcome is the belief that every guest is royalty. Stroll the 450-acre estate. Tee off on our world class golf course. Take afternoon tea by a roaring fire. Relax in our intimate spa. Enjoy delicious cuisine. No matter what your preference, at Dromoland Castle there’s no escaping the sense that you are walking in the shadows of kings.
The pinnacle of excellence, come in the knowledge that all your expectations will be met. A remarkable retreat with an easy elegance, it’s time to make Dromoland Castle a part of your story.
It’s time to make Dromoland Castle a part of your story
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- Autumn
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- Summer
- Winter
New Year at the Castle
Join your fellow guests for a gastronomic event in the elegant The Earl of Thomond Restaurant. Enjoy the 8 course Gourmet Menu, created by Executive Chef David McCann and his team with specially selected Wines served with each course. Entertainment provided by Residential Dance Band.
Cosy Castle Retreats
To experience a stay in Dromoland Castle during the winter months is truly a unique experience. Roaring fires, cosy nooks and corners, fantastic cuisine in a choice of eateries from fine dining in our Signature Restaurant Earl of Thomond to the relaxed but cosy vibe of the Fig Tree Restaurant
The Suite Spot
Experience the essence of opulence with our exclusive ‘Suite Spot’ summer offer at Dromoland Castle. An indulgent and intimate address in the lush Clare countryside, our historic Castle beckons with the promise of unrivalled comforts. Check in to one of our exquisite suites for two nights and enjoy a bespoke experience of unrivalled luxury.
Linger for Longer
Book a luxurious two-night break and let us treat you to a complimentary third night! We’ll spoil you with little extras while you enjoy all the pleasures of our 500-acre estate.
Discover Dromoland
The “Discover Dromoland” package offers a luxurious stay in one of Ireland’s most esteemed Castle hotels. This package includes an Exquisite 3 Course Dinner at the renowned Earl of Thomond Restaurant, known for its regal ambiance and exceptional cuisine.
Luxury Stays & Summer Days
A stay in Dromoland Castle in the summertime is truly a magical experience. The warm sun casts a golden glow over the ancient castle walls, creating a picturesque setting straight out of a fairytale.
Thanksgiving at the Castle
It could be a great excuse to take a vacation to the West Coast of Ireland with your family, or the perfect way to sneak in a romantic getaway with your significant other before a busy holiday season begins.
Fall Into Dromoland
Autumn at Dromoland Castle can only mean one thing – turn up the cosy factor. The perfect retreat on a windswept day, we want to spoil you with log fires, dreamy bedrooms, lazy afternoons and menus bursting with autumnal treats.
Christmas at the Castle
Join us for the delights of the festive season, our three-night break with festive dining events, games and entertainment to get the whole family into the spirit of Christmas and when it is time to unwind, our picturesque grounds and cosy setting make it the ultimate country retreat for your Christmas break.
"Renowned for our award-winning cuisine, Executive Head Chef David McCann has been impressing guests for over 20 years with his elegant and delicious cooking."
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Congratulations to the Clare team and management, All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions, from all at Dromoland Castle Hotel!
📷 : Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Congratulations to the Clare team and management, All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions, from all at Dromoland Castle Hotel!
📷 : Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Raise a glass to independence with `The American Dream`! Available this week from the Cocktail Bar at Dromoland Castle, this special creation by Marta is here to make your 4th of July celebration truly unforgettable. Cheers to freedom and flavours!
#MyDromoland #IndependenceDay #The#thepreferredlife☀️
Raise a glass to independence with `The American Dream`! Available this week from the Cocktail Bar at Dromoland Castle, this special creation by Marta is here to make your 4th of July celebration truly unforgettable. Cheers to freedom and flavours!
#MyDromoland #IndependenceDay #The#thepreferredlife☀️
At the Earl of Thomond Restaurant, every meal is a celebration and every gathering a cherished memory. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience where exquisite cuisine meets timeless elegance. Whether it’s a romantic dinner, a family celebration, or a special occasion with friends, we promise to make it extraordinary.
Reserve your table today and be a part of our story.
https://www.dromoland.ie/dining/dining-earl-of-thomond/
#MyDromoland #EarlofThomond #Celebrations #BeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
At the Earl of Thomond Restaurant, every meal is a celebration and every gathering a cherished memory. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience where exquisite cuisine meets timeless elegance. Whether it’s a romantic dinner, a family celebration, or a special occasion with friends, we promise to make it extraordinary.
Reserve your table today and be a part of our story.
https://www.dromoland.ie/dining/dining-earl-of-thomond/
#MyDromoland #EarlofThomond #Celebrations #BeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
Proudly celebrating International Pineapple Day, which aims to celebrate the joy of the journey and our role in creating unforgettable memories for our guests.
What has been your most memorable moment from a stay with us? #MyDromoland #PreferredPineappleWeek #ThePreferredLife
Proudly celebrating International Pineapple Day, which aims to celebrate the joy of the journey and our role in creating unforgettable memories for our guests.
What has been your most memorable moment from a stay with us? #MyDromoland #PreferredPineappleWeek #ThePreferredLife
Our Deer Trail comes to life in the summer. 🦌
Created & developed by our team, it acts as a sanctuary of discovery. Dusk walks can lead to sightings of our resident deer, while early morning walks uncover moments of tranquility with swans, squirrels and points of interest like our great Beech Tree, Badger Set and Riverside Retreat lookout to hear the dulcet tones of the babbling river.
Moments of joy to set you up for the day ahead.
Pop by Reception for a Woodland Walks map while on property and discover your inner peace and wellness journey at Dromoland.
Top Tip 💭🤳 Leave the phone behind and be present in the beauty & nature of Dromoland Estate!
#DeerTrail #MyDromoland #BeyondGreen #PreferredHotels #beechtree #greatoutdoors #DromolandLife #DiscoverIreland #VisitClare
Our Deer Trail comes to life in the summer. 🦌
Created & developed by our team, it acts as a sanctuary of discovery. Dusk walks can lead to sightings of our resident deer, while early morning walks uncover moments of tranquility with swans, squirrels and points of interest like our great Beech Tree, Badger Set and Riverside Retreat lookout to hear the dulcet tones of the babbling river.
Moments of joy to set you up for the day ahead.
Pop by Reception for a Woodland Walks map while on property and discover your inner peace and wellness journey at Dromoland.
Top Tip 💭🤳 Leave the phone behind and be present in the beauty & nature of Dromoland Estate!
#DeerTrail #MyDromoland #BeyondGreen #PreferredHotels #beechtree #greatoutdoors #DromolandLife #DiscoverIreland #VisitClare
Wishing the best of luck to our Touring Professional, Sara Byrne, and Club Member, Aine Donegan, at the 2024 Women`s Amateur Championship at Portmarnock Golf Club this week. The entire Dromoland Castle team and Golf Club are cheering you on!
#DromolandGolf
Wishing the best of luck to our Touring Professional, Sara Byrne, and Club Member, Aine Donegan, at the 2024 Women`s Amateur Championship at Portmarnock Golf Club this week. The entire Dromoland Castle team and Golf Club are cheering you on!
#DromolandGolf
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This Preferred Pineapple Week, enjoy Aine’s Garden from the Cocktail Bar at Dromoland.
#MyDromoland #ThePreferredLife #ProudlyPreferred #PreferredPineappleWeek
Proudly Preferred...
This Preferred Pineapple Week, enjoy Aine’s Garden from the Cocktail Bar at Dromoland.
#MyDromoland #ThePreferredLife #ProudlyPreferred #PreferredPineappleWeek
Gourmet Pizzas are back at The Fig Tree Restaurant and the perfect way to wind down after a long day exploring the Wild Atlantic Way or a get together with friends or family this summer!
The Walled Garden Ortolana Pizza awaits..Piquillo Peppers, Grilled Aubergine & Artichoke, dressed in Basil and Cratloe Hills Cheese !
Take in a summer evening stroll in the Walled Garden after your visit adjoining the Fig Tree Outdoor Patio.
A great time of year to visit Dromoland Estate!
#FigTreeRestaurant #PizzaParty #WorkFridays #SummerAtDromoland #VisitClare
Gourmet Pizzas are back at The Fig Tree Restaurant and the perfect way to wind down after a long day exploring the Wild Atlantic Way or a get together with friends or family this summer!
The Walled Garden Ortolana Pizza awaits..Piquillo Peppers, Grilled Aubergine & Artichoke, dressed in Basil and Cratloe Hills Cheese !
Take in a summer evening stroll in the Walled Garden after your visit adjoining the Fig Tree Outdoor Patio.
A great time of year to visit Dromoland Estate!
#FigTreeRestaurant #PizzaParty #WorkFridays #SummerAtDromoland #VisitClare
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The nooks & crannies of Dromoland Castle`s 500 acre Estate!
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Oh it`s a sight 🌿🌳🌺
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The peacefulness and tranquility by day...and the fun and banter at night! We look forward to welcoming our guests this summer for a unique Dromoland experience.
#DromolandEstate #OurDromoland #ThePreferredLife #CalliopeCollective #BeyondGreen
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The nooks & crannies of Dromoland Castle`s 500 acre Estate!
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Oh it`s a sight 🌿🌳🌺
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The peacefulness and tranquility by day...and the fun and banter at night! We look forward to welcoming our guests this summer for a unique Dromoland experience.
#DromolandEstate #OurDromoland #ThePreferredLife #CalliopeCollective #BeyondGreen
This Father`s Day, give Dad the gift of an unforgettable golfing experience! Swing into summer with our exclusive Golf Vouchers, perfect for creating cherished memories on our stunning 18-hole championship course.
View our selection of vouchers by clicking the link in our bio!
#DromolandGolf #FathersDay #ThePreferredLife
This Father`s Day, give Dad the gift of an unforgettable golfing experience! Swing into summer with our exclusive Golf Vouchers, perfect for creating cherished memories on our stunning 18-hole championship course.
View our selection of vouchers by clicking the link in our bio!
#DromolandGolf #FathersDay #ThePreferredLife
Summer is in full bloom right across the estate. 🌿
The estate at Dromoland comes alive in summer, flowers are in bloom & estate activities come to life.
A stroll through our estate and gardens are truly a credit to our hardworking grounds team and garden team who are up and out at the break of dawn each day to allow us all enjoy the fruits of their hard labour!
On your next trip to Dromoland, take a few moments to savour the natural beauty of a place rich in history & heritage.
#MyDromoland #ThePreferredLife #CalliopeCollective #BeyondGreen #WalledGarden #DromolandInBloom #DiscoverDromoland #DiscoverIreland
Summer is in full bloom right across the estate. 🌿
The estate at Dromoland comes alive in summer, flowers are in bloom & estate activities come to life.
A stroll through our estate and gardens are truly a credit to our hardworking grounds team and garden team who are up and out at the break of dawn each day to allow us all enjoy the fruits of their hard labour!
On your next trip to Dromoland, take a few moments to savour the natural beauty of a place rich in history & heritage.
#MyDromoland #ThePreferredLife #CalliopeCollective #BeyondGreen #WalledGarden #DromolandInBloom #DiscoverDromoland #DiscoverIreland
Step into a world rich in history and craftsmanship. Named after the visionary Lady Charlotte, our boutique celebrates over a century of Dromoland Castle’s connection to textiles.
In 1822, Lady Charlotte established an embroidery school to empower local women in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare. Her legacy lives on in every piece we curate and select in Charlotte & Co., reflecting Ireland’s rich tradition of craftsmanship and creativity.
#MyDromoland #CharlotteAndCo #IrishDesign #ShopIrishMade #ThePreferredLife
Step into a world rich in history and craftsmanship. Named after the visionary Lady Charlotte, our boutique celebrates over a century of Dromoland Castle’s connection to textiles.
In 1822, Lady Charlotte established an embroidery school to empower local women in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare. Her legacy lives on in every piece we curate and select in Charlotte & Co., reflecting Ireland’s rich tradition of craftsmanship and creativity.
#MyDromoland #CharlotteAndCo #IrishDesign #ShopIrishMade #ThePreferredLife
We are delighted to announce rising star @sarabyrne01 as our Touring Professional for the 2024-25 season.
Sara is certainly no stranger to Dromoland. In September, she closed off her summer in style, impressing home crowds by finishing as the top amateur at the KPMG Women’s Irish Open.
Eamonn O’Donnell, our Director of Golf said: “Sara has been on an incredibly exciting journey in her golfing career, particularly over the last 12 months. We’ve been following her fantastic progress and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome her into the Dromoland Castle fold as our newest Touring Golf Professional. She has a huge amount to offer and we’re confident that, whenever she gets the opportunity, she’ll feel very at home on our championship course.”
#MyDromoland #DromolandGolf
We are delighted to announce rising star @sarabyrne01 as our Touring Professional for the 2024-25 season.
Sara is certainly no stranger to Dromoland. In September, she closed off her summer in style, impressing home crowds by finishing as the top amateur at the KPMG Women’s Irish Open.
Eamonn O’Donnell, our Director of Golf said: “Sara has been on an incredibly exciting journey in her golfing career, particularly over the last 12 months. We’ve been following her fantastic progress and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome her into the Dromoland Castle fold as our newest Touring Golf Professional. She has a huge amount to offer and we’re confident that, whenever she gets the opportunity, she’ll feel very at home on our championship course.”
#MyDromoland #DromolandGolf
Voting is open for Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, and we’d love your support! To vote for Dromoland Castle, click the link below, then click “Resorts” and type Dromoland Castle into the search bar. By voting, you are automatically entered into a competition to win a luxury sailing for two to Antarctica or the Great Lakes with Viking Cruises!
Click the link in our bio to cast your vote.
#MyDromoland #CondeNast #ReadersChoice
Voting is open for Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, and we’d love your support! To vote for Dromoland Castle, click the link below, then click “Resorts” and type Dromoland Castle into the search bar. By voting, you are automatically entered into a competition to win a luxury sailing for two to Antarctica or the Great Lakes with Viking Cruises!
Click the link in our bio to cast your vote.
#MyDromoland #CondeNast #ReadersChoice
This summer at Dromoland Castle, you can learn useful and fun Irish phrases to use on your trip around Ireland. As a proud and devoted Gaeilgeoir (Irish speaker) who hails from The Gaeltacht in Dingle in Co. Kerry, Fiona, our Sustainability Officer, is excited to share her love for the Irish language with you. This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Irish culture at our weekly classes.
#MyDromoland #IrishLanguage #IrishCulture #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
This summer at Dromoland Castle, you can learn useful and fun Irish phrases to use on your trip around Ireland. As a proud and devoted Gaeilgeoir (Irish speaker) who hails from The Gaeltacht in Dingle in Co. Kerry, Fiona, our Sustainability Officer, is excited to share her love for the Irish language with you. This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Irish culture at our weekly classes.
#MyDromoland #IrishLanguage #IrishCulture #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
We`re kicking off National Biodiversity Week here at Dromoland Castle. Just recently, we were thrilled to be honoured with the `Award of Excellence` for Sustainability at Preferred`s Global Annual GIFTTS Awards Ceremony. Here are some initiatives we`re implementing across our 500-acre estate to support biodiversity:
🍃Establishing designated "no mow" sections.
🍃Increasing the presence of Native Irish Wildflowers throughout the Resort, particularly visible on our nature trail walks.
🍃Caring for our Bug Hotel, a favourite with our younger guests.
Read all about Sustainability in action at Dromoland Castle -
https://www.dromoland.ie/sustainability-at-the-castle/
We`re kicking off National Biodiversity Week here at Dromoland Castle. Just recently, we were thrilled to be honoured with the `Award of Excellence` for Sustainability at Preferred`s Global Annual GIFTTS Awards Ceremony. Here are some initiatives we`re implementing across our 500-acre estate to support biodiversity:
🍃Establishing designated "no mow" sections.
🍃Increasing the presence of Native Irish Wildflowers throughout the Resort, particularly visible on our nature trail walks.
🍃Caring for our Bug Hotel, a favourite with our younger guests.
Read all about Sustainability in action at Dromoland Castle -
https://www.dromoland.ie/sustainability-at-the-castle/
From the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher to the rugged beauty of cycling in the Burren, County Clare offers an unforgettable adventure at every turn. Set sail on a serene cruise in Killaloe or catch the perfect wave surfing in Lahinch. we’ve got the best of Ireland right here on Dromoland Castle’s doorstep.
#MyDromoland #VisitClare #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
From the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher to the rugged beauty of cycling in the Burren, County Clare offers an unforgettable adventure at every turn. Set sail on a serene cruise in Killaloe or catch the perfect wave surfing in Lahinch. we’ve got the best of Ireland right here on Dromoland Castle’s doorstep.
#MyDromoland #VisitClare #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
Embark on a magical adventure at Dromoland Lodge, where every corner sparks imagination and every moment is filled with wonder!
Discover the Dromoland Lodge through the link in our bio. ✨
#MyDromoland #DromolandLodge #DromolandMagic #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
Embark on a magical adventure at Dromoland Lodge, where every corner sparks imagination and every moment is filled with wonder!
Discover the Dromoland Lodge through the link in our bio. ✨
#MyDromoland #DromolandLodge #DromolandMagic #StayBeyondGreen #ThePreferredLife
On Wednesday, we wear pink! 💗
Today we are delighted to host the annual ‘Play In Pink Golf Day’ in conjunction with our Ladies Club to raise funds for @breastcancer_research.
#DromolandGolf #PlayInPink #NBCRI
On Wednesday, we wear pink! 💗
Today we are delighted to host the annual ‘Play In Pink Golf Day’ in conjunction with our Ladies Club to raise funds for @breastcancer_research.
#DromolandGolf #PlayInPink #NBCRI