2 Best Castle Hotels in Dublin City in 2026

Different from most castle hotels in Ireland, Clontarf Castle is just minutes from the centre of Dublin, making it a decent choice for anyone wanting a luxury city break with a little history thrown into the mix. Parts of the property date back centuries, but the interiors are contemporary, with not too much of the history on display inside. Purists looking for creaking staircases and medieval ambience may prefer somewhere else, but that’s not really what Clontarf is trying to be. Instead, it sees itself as an upscale city hotel with castle walls and an interesting history. Granted though, the rooms are generally more historic, which we appreciate, and some… > See All the Details & Book

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel feels both connected to Dublin and pleasantly removed from it. One of only two castle hotels within the city, it occupies an enviable position above Dublin Bay in the leafy, upper class suburb of Killiney. What began life as the 18th-century manor house, Mount Malpas, acquired the turrets and castle-like flourishes in the 19th-century that give it its castle folly architecture today. Inside, the 113 guestrooms are all quite individual with plenty of choice on offer. The decor is 20th century sophisticated, classic style, kind of demure maybe but with some flourishes of colourful wallpaper and fabric. Two restaurants, a bar, spa facilities, a, more substantial than… > See All the Details & Book