Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort - Ballinakill (Galway)
52.25321, -7.05925Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort: A Pinnacle of Leisure and Golf
Positioned on a 310-acre enchanted private island, accessible only via a resort-specific car ferry, Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort exudes an air of elegance and exclusivity. This 4-star haven brings together the historical grandeur of a castle stay with modern luxuries, including a renown 18-hole Championship golf course. Key amenities such as fine dining, outdoor activities, and self-catering lodges make it an ideal getaway for families, golf enthusiasts, and luxury seekers alike.
Luxurious Accommodations Amidst Historic Elegance
Waterford Castle Hotel offers a range of lavish rooms that harmonize the castle's historic charm with contemporary comforts. Guests can opt for luxurious self-catering lodges, ideal for families or groups, featuring three large bedrooms, a spacious living room, fully equipped kitchen, and private patio—many with golf course views. The hotel's castle rooms exude an air of elegance, captivating visitors worldwide with their sumptuous design.
Exquisite Dining Experiences in a Majestic Setting
Dining at the castle provides an opportunity to indulge in both traditional and contemporary Irish cuisine, prepared by an award-winning culinary team. The fine dining atmosphere is reserved for those seeking a memorable experience, with dishes designed to tantalize every food lover's palate. The Fitzgerald Room Bar, adorned with a Waterford Crystal chandelier, offers a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy fine Irish Whiskey and an extensive wine cellar. The Clubhouse caters to more casual dining preferences, featuring an informal menu that includes family favorites like pizza.
Premium Services for a Seamless Stay at Waterford Castle Hotel
At this prestigious hotel, the emphasis is on exceptional service, including the dedicated & knowledgeable Golf Pro Shop team ready to ensure guests are well-prepared for the links. Children can enjoy the enchantment of a newly added fairy trail, adding a touch of magic to the family-friendly atmosphere. For guests with extending stays, services extend to outdoor tennis courts, lawn croquet, and even island picnics among other activities.
Entertainment and Activities for Every Interest
The Island Resort is a haven for those seeking leisure and adventure with its array of offerings. Guests can test their skill on the 18-hole Championship golf course or engage in clay pigeon shooting. Waterford Castle Resort also provides opportunities for nature walks along the 7.5kms of trails circling the island, home to varied Irish wildlife. For cultural enthusiasts, the newly opened Museum of Time and Museum of Silver add a historical dimension to the stay.
Castle Hotel Waterford: Accessible Elegance in a Breathtaking Location
Located just 10 km from Waterford, the resort is easily accessed, yet feels worlds apart from the bustling city. Its unique position on a private island offers tranquility and seclusion, with complimentary resort ferry service enhancing the exclusive island experience. Guests can explore surrounding attractions, including historic Kilkenny town, Tramore's cliffside walks, and Blue Flag Beach, making it an excellent base for discovering Ireland's Ancient East.
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
305 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
905 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
905 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Essential information about Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort
💵 Lowest room price | 418 US$ |
📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
🗺️ Location rating | 8.6 |
✈️ Distance to airport | 3.5 mi |
🧳 Nearest airport | Waterford, WAT |
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Reviews of Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort
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Lynn
The room was big and spotless!
The location was stunning, feet from old town The staff were both exceptional and pleasant.
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Karen
The restaurant was good for both dinner and breakfast, I tried excellent dishes. Good services were available. All the facilities were great.
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Linda
Very modern interior and nicely decorated rooms. Very comfy bed and well-trained and extremely helpful staff.
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Daniel
Vintage rooms with very comfy beds, excellent value. Good services, large bathroom. Wonderful location in such beautiful castle steeped in Irish History, in the safe area.
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John
Large rooms, delicious breakfast.
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Neal
The room was bright and absolutely fabulous with dishwasher and the location was marvellous. The breakfast was delicious on Blaa bread, I truly enjoyed its value.
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Carl
I truly enjoyed this small hotel for its elegant atmosphere and very kind and exceptional staff. Everything was good, however a few employees were very rude. The service provided there was top-notch. The property had marvellous and stunning location very close to the clubhouse. Also, the place was at a medium distance from Little Island.
Views appeared to be very very bad.
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Mark
The room was absolutely fabulous with an own bathroom. The service offered was brilliant.
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Joseph
Reasonably priced food for breakfast at the dining room. Luxurious rooms with great facilities and period furnishings, as example, top-notch service. Lovely area, secluded location just off walks around the island and the castle is located on and car ferry.
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Daniel
Thank you everyone for a wonderful stay for holidays. I was offered a room with lovely views over the gardens and river. The location was marvellous for me as it was adjacent to the bright morning room/conservatory.
Don’t have any issues at all!
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Joseph
A Perfect Island Getaway
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We stayed in one of the lodges and found it very spacious and comfortable for all the family
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Aaron
Amazing, marvellous location in the great area. Airy and huge room available with tub and a four poster bed, as for instance. Top-notch service too.
Very very bad views from the window.
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missing
the hotel and golf course are first class
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John
Brilliant service throughout the hotel.
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