Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa - Ballyfarnon

Gold Medal-winning castle hotel set on 50 acres beside Lough Meelagh

Accommodations & Grounds

Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa offers rooms with antique furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and views of the estate or lake. Castle Suites provide spacious living areas with original architecture, while on-site self-catering cottages accommodate families or groups on the 50-acre woodland grounds. Guests can walk trails around Lough Meelagh and explore the restored castle interiors.

Dining Experiences

The Douglas Hyde Restaurant holds a 2AA Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence and serves fine dining with locally sourced produce. A casual dining option offers an alternative atmosphere, and traditional afternoon tea is available. The hotel also provides a full Irish breakfast with locally sourced ingredients each morning.

Spa & Wellness

The on-site spa is recognized as one of Ireland's best and includes a thermal suite with steam room, sauna, and jacuzzi. Treatment rooms offer Elemis products and packages that combine spa access with therapies. An indoor swimming pool and fitness centre are also available to guests.

Activities & Location

Kilronan Castle is a 20-minute drive from Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, which offers wildlife trails and historic buildings. The Arigna Mining Experience and Giant's Causeway are within reach for day trips. On-site activities include hiking, horse riding, and evening entertainment in the dungeon bar.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The hotel provides family rooms, babysitting and child services, and a kid-friendly buffet with special meals. Self-catering cottages give families private space with kitchen facilities. Evening entertainment and the leisure centre offer activities suitable for all ages.

• Accommodations: Castle Suites and self-catering cottages on 50-acre woodland estate
• Dining: 2AA Rosette Award-winning Douglas Hyde Restaurant
• Wellness: Recognized as one of Ireland's best spas with thermal suite
• Location: 20 minutes from Lough Key Forest & Activity Park
• Family: On-site self-catering cottages and babysitting services
• Awards: Gold Medals for Best Wedding Venue in Ireland