Dromoland Castle Hotel

One of the top luxury hotels of the world, Dromoland Castle in Co. Clare will be your last stay on this golf trip, it is a true 5 star resort. It is one of Ireland's finest castle hotels, offering guests the experience of living like landed gentry, surrounded by luxury, beauty and service.

The castle, a magnificent Renaissance structure built in the 16th century, was once the royal seat of the O'Brien clan.

Refurbished and transformed into a luxury hotel in 1962, it retains priceless reminders of the Castle's historic past. Splendid woodcarvings and stone statuary, hand-carved paneling and fine antique furnishings surround guests.

On the Castle's 375-acre estate, guests can hunt, fish, ride horseback, golf, play tennis and more.

 Dromoland Castle has played hosts to Princes and Presidents, including George W Bush on his recent visit to Ireland

The €5 million investment program, completed in 2004 has established Dromoland Castle as one of the greatest courses in Ireland. Dromoland has been elevated into the exclusive group of ‘must play' courses in the country.

Fodor's Review:

Real old-fashioned luxury, friendly, helpful staff, genuine castle experience. Situated 8 miles from Shannon Airport.