Ashford Castle, which sits on 350 acres on the shores of Lough Corrib in County Mayo, Ireland, is a five-star hotel that treats its guests to sheer opulence.
Dating back to 1228, the castle has luxurious rooms with plush beds and almost every activity guests can imagine, from cycling to lessons at Ireland's oldest falconry school.
The hotel ranked 4th on our list of the best hotels in Europe and was our top-ranked hotel in Ireland, in addition to being 3rd on Travel + Leisure's ranking of the world's best hotels last year.
Here's why Ashford Castle is the perfect place for guests looking to feel like royalty.
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Ashford Castle is set on 350 acres of the picturesque shores of Lough Corrib in County Mayo, Ireland.
Dating back to 1228, it underwent a two-year, $75 million renovation to create the elegant design it boasts today. As guests enter, they are greeted by a warm and rich lobby with red draperies.
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Guests can relax on the plush velvet couches or enjoy a game of chess in the lobby.
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