CLIFDEN, Ireland -- A castle by any other name? Well, manor house just doesn’t have quite the same ring to it. There are numerous hotels in Ireland that claim castle heritage. And I was determined to ...

With over 4,000 castle on the Emerald Isle, you don’t have to look far for the royal treatment in Ireland. However, not all castles are created equal, nor have they all been turned into stately hotels ...

Experience the warmth of true Irish hospitality with a stay in one of Ireland's Blue Book’s graceful country properties. Whether it’s a stately castle or an elegant manor house, Blue Book properties ...

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There’s no shortage of historic and luxurious hotels dotting the picturesque Irish countryside, but once you arrive at Ashford Castle, it quickly becomes clear that you’ve reached a very special place ...

Ashford Castle reopens after a major overhaul. Why Go: Ireland’s most famous castle hotel reopened in March following a yearlong renovation. Incited by Ashford Castle’s new owners, the Tollman family ...

For years, my mother instilled in me a great passion for my ancestral roots. Her remarkable enthusiasm towards researching our family’s Irish heritage led to amazing discoveries. A few Lords, a few ...

At 800 years old, Ireland’s Ashford Castle has been visited by the likes of Brad Pitt, Barbra Streisand and James Bond himself. Pierce Brosnan held his wedding reception at the elegant property in ...

Ashford Castle in Cong, Co. Mayo, has been named as one of the most unique hotels in the world by Tripadvisor. The travel platform has revealed the winners of its annual Travelers' Choice Awards: Best ...