The Lodge at Ashford Castle in Co. Mayo was ranked Ireland’s top hotel in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.
Over 750,000 readers voted in the 2025 Awards, rating their favourite travel experiences globally.
Located on the 350-acre Ashford Castle Estate, the Lodge offers 64 rooms, modern amenities, and activities like falconry, golf, and archery.
Part of Red Carnation Hotels, the property marked its 10th anniversary since reopening in 2015 with the new Éalú leisure complex.
The Lodge, originally built in 1865, overlooks Lough Corrib and provides exceptional hospitality.
The 2025 Awards reflect guest appreciation for the staff’s dedication and the estate’s historic charm. The top twelve hotels in ireland voted by US readers were:
- The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Mayo
- Ballyfin Demesne, Laois
- Hayfield Manor, Cork
- The Killarney Park, Kerry
- The Merrion, Dublin
- Anantara The Marker Dublin
- Lough Eske Castle, Donegal
- Kilkea Castle, Kildare
- The Westbury, Dublin
- Ice House Ballina, Mayo
- The Shelbourne, Dublin
- Killarney Royal Hotel, Kerry
Peter Fergus shared: “It is an honour to be named the top hotel in Ireland, chosen by our guests, whose support makes this award truly cherished. This award wouldn’t be possible without the wonderful staff who show up every day, their passion and commitment visible for all to see.”
Dónal Cox of Lough Eske hotel shared: “We are honoured to be named among the top ten hotels in Ireland by the US readers of Condé Nast Traveler for the eighth consecutive year. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our team, who consistently go above and beyond to create exceptional experiences for every guest.”
