A must stop on your trip to Ireland. Abbeyglen Castle has a charm all its own made even more spectacular by the staff that is there to spoil you. Included in your stay is afternoon tea and biscuits along with a 6:30 champagne reception (more than one glass too!). Includes light appetizers while they tell you about the history of the place and what to do and see in Connemara county. The story telling is fantastic. After, you go up stairs to dinner for a delicious four courses (49 E.U. pp) or al la carte (based on menu prices). They take your picture during dinner and give that to you as a gift via their complements. It is not your normal hotel food. It is exquisitely paired. Good wine list. Highly recommend the fish chowder, beef or duck. Best ending is a table full of homemade deserts and cheeses. But the night is not over, back down to the bar for an interactive piano bar where you can sing the night away to Irish and top hit piano tunes. In the morning they have more like a brunch for breakfast with so many options to choose from included in your room price.
The staff remembers who you are and if you are celebrating an event throughout your stay which is very nice.
For groups they have a wonderful sitting room to enjoy. There are several fireplaces throughout. Enjoy a walking path, helicopters pads, and tennis court.
The room itself is as pictured in an almost an “attic” or “dormer” area in the castle. There are stairs (one to two steps) up and down to it. It is a small room, but so quaint. The bed was the best bed we had in Ireland with wonderful sheets. The bathroom decent but the tub may be a challenge to climb in and out as they have a step stool and bars to help you. They include water (still and sparkling) along with all the amenities. There are plenty of towels and extras.
It was a wonderful day/night here. Our only regret is we didn’t book for longer. A must on your list for Ireland. Next time we will stay a full two days to really enjoy!