Ashford Castle welcomes families to its upscale lakeside setting where guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts before trying horseback riding or archery on the grounds. The attentive staff provides helpful concierge services, and all rooms include complimentary WiFi.
Located in Cong, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is in a rural area and on a lake. Ashford Castle and Cong Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cong Mini Golf Club and Brigit's Garden. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cong travel guide
The Quay, Cong, Mayo, 0
What's nearby
Ashford Castle
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cong Abbey
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Ashford Castle Golf Club
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Quiet Man Museum
3 min drive - 2.4 km
Cong Mini Golf Club
7 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Claremorris Station
32 min drive
Shannon Airport (SNN)
90 min drive
Restaurants
Puddleducks Café
3 min drive
Cullen's at the Cottage
10 min walk
The Crowe's Nest Pub
20 min walk
Pat Cohans Bar & Restaurant
19 min walk
Burke's, Clonbur
9 min drive
About this property
The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Upscale family-friendly hotel near Ashford Castle
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a golf course, and a terrace at The Lodge at Ashford Castle. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding, cycling, and archery at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Wildes, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and an arcade/game room.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An indoor pool and a children's pool
Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
A 24-hour front desk, pet-sitting services, and smoke-free premises
1 meeting room, wedding services, and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
LCD TVs with cable channels and DVD players
Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
More
Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Separate sitting area
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 500 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: EUR 500 per stay
Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Lodge Ashford Castle Cong
Lodge Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle Cong
The At Ashford Castle Cong
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Cong
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Hotel
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Hotel Cong
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lodge at Ashford Castle have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?
As of 2026/3/11, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lodge at Ashford Castle on 2026/3/31 start from NT$6,762, 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.
Is The Lodge at Ashford Castle pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of EUR 500 per stay and a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Lodge at Ashford Castle?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is The Lodge at Ashford Castle located?
This family-friendly Cong hotel is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Ashford Castle Golf Club and Ashford Castle. Cong Mini Golf Club and Quiet Man Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
The Lodge at Ashford Castle Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Our stay at The Lodge was wonderful. We loved the nice, comfortable room, large bathroom, and the pool area was a nice respite on a cool, rainy & windy day. The staff was wonderful as was the very large breakfast. It was a treat for sure!
Peggy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick
2025/7/10
Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms were beautifully furnished and the staff was outstanding
The lodge is beautiful, castle grounds impressive, staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Dinner at The Dungeon was delicious. Just a wonderful place to stay. Should have booked a few days to try all the available activities.
Absolutely loved our stay. The staff are so helpful and looked after us so well. Especially the lovely lady who looked after us each morning at breakfast. We were sad saying goodbye to her on our last morning. We loved our room and treated ourselves to room service one of the nights and that was top marks. We ate in the bar another night and down in the Cottage too, couldn’t fault any of them. The only thing that could have improved our stay was the temperature of the pool. Okay for us adults but found it was too cold for our toddler.
Sarah
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
2025/9/28
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful breakfast & dinner.
Fabulous health & fitness facilities.
Exceptional service from all staff.
Unbelievable location & views.
Room decor / furniture needed updating as furniture felt a little dated and out of keeping with general standard of the lodge.
The place is fantastic, the decor is very cool, rooms fresh and spacious, situation idyllic. Loved my smoked haddock for breakfast. Evening meal was was the only slight disappointment, not quite on par with everything else- uninspired and overpriced.
I loved using the free bicycles to tour round the castle gardens and down to Cohan’s bar for a pint of Guinness and some delicious scallops.
We stayed in a double room off the courtyard and it was lovely. Especially Loved the duo of local music in the bar area with Carmel Dempsey who has such a beautiful voice. Staff were very accommodating and drove us down to the Ashford Castle for a peek. Breakfast was delicious. In Cong took 'The Quiet Man' movie tour which is not to be missed! Ate dinner in Pat Cohan's bar which is featured in the John Wayne movie.
Nice to be a on the estate. Room was nice and clean. Wish it had a smart tv. Dinner at Wilde restaurant was very average. Enjoyed biking and falconry on the estate.
Another lovely stay, a minor issue was resolved speedily & professionally by Tara in Front Office
Our room was spacious, very clean room as was the bathroom, bedding was super comfortable
Breakfast was lovely, you could tell it was great quality produce, breakfast team were friendly & attentive
Thank you !
Diane
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Derek
2025/5/28
Liked: Amenities
Amazing property. Incredible service. Restaurant was wonderful. The Hawk Walk experience at nearby Ashford Castle was unforgettable.
We had an incredible stay at The Lodge. Our room was so luxurious, the food was amazing, and the staff were all so lovely. We brought our two dogs along with us and they were treated like VIPs! I can't wait to go back!
The Lodge at Ashford Castle is a beautiful option for those wanting to stay near the castle but not pay the exorbitant price to stay in the castle. It was comfortable and charming and has everything you need, you have access to all the activities and you can walk the entire grounds and get beautiful photos of the castle. The breakfast is also delicious! Keep in mind that the Lodge guests can’t go inside the castle at all unless you are dining at one of the restaurants.
Everything was fantastic. Best breakfast of anywhere I’ve stayed yet. Excellent kitchen. Great wine offering. Service unparalled (particularly Anna and Janiana). Lovely rooms. Tons to do. Gorgeous grounds.
Delightful staff that took the very best care of us. Our room was comfortable and spacious.
Bar staff fun.We only ate breakfast at the lodge which was ok.
Try the Ashford gunpowder gin but my favourite was the Dingle gin!
Clean, comfortable and pleasant! The Lodge was fully equipped, well furnished and quiet. The staff was helpful and anticipated our needs. Will definitely stay again.
Absolutely gorgeous place to visit and walk around, food was fantastic at the dining room. Staff was incredibly helpful. Just an absolute overall spectacular experience.