Family Friendly Castle Stays in Lough Eske – 2026

Between Donegal Town and the wilds of the Blue Stack Mountains, in Ireland’s much underrated northwest, lies the 5 star Lough Eske Castle. The only castle hotel in Co. Donegal, it was once the seat of the infamous O’Donnell Clan and boasts a tremendous amount of local and national history. It also has an idyllic lakeside setting, 43 acres of private gardens and woodland, top-rate spa facilities, a choice of quality restaurants and bars, extremely spacious rooms and suites, and a warm welcoming atmosphere throughout. Lough Eske Castle at a Glance Castle: A historic Donegal castle with O’Donnell Clan connections and origins stretching back to the area’s medieval past. Accommodation:… > See All the Details & Book