Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa

The hotel bar is in a state of disrepair, with furnishings that are worn and unkempt to the point where I felt uncomfortable sitting in the seating area. The chairs were visibly damaged, with noticeable rips, and appeared unclean, which falls short of the standards expected of a four-star hotel. In comparison, the decor and furnishings in areas such as the library and dungeon bar are markedly more refined, cleaner, and better maintained. While the staff were attentive and the atmosphere was generally relaxing, the condition of the bar’s furniture significantly detracted from the overall experience, and I believe it is an issue that should be addressed to maintain the hotel’s four-star rating. The food in the bar was good and rooms were ok again dusty and parts were grubby like the wall paper ripped on the wall and also cold. No bottled water only what appears to be tap water again not to a high standard that the hotel claims to uphold. First impressions are important and this to me was not a great first impression but could be easily fixed!

We just got home yesterday after a 2-night stay. Fantastic hotel, beautiful grounds and excellent staff. My Wife was unfortunately unwell the entire stay so special mention to Victor for the bedtime toast and Ann for the morning hot honey and lemon's. Thank you to Ann for the lovely note left at reception for us when checking out. Ann clearly loves her job and is a credit to this hotel. The Guinness was great and at €6 could not complain! I just wish I had a few more. We look forward to returning again in the future.

My husband and I stayed for 2 nights (including New Years’ Eve). We visited the spa and had treatments, dined in the casual restaurant for lunch and dinner, enjoyed 2 breakfasts, entertainment in the Dungeon Bar, relaxed and read newspapers with the library, walked the extensive grounds and enjoyed the New Years’ Eve 8 course tasting menu. I have stayed in lots of 4 and 5 star properties in Ireland over the past few years and have to say that this hotel really stood out in terms of service, decor and ambiance, warmth, food quality and presentation. There were also 2 weddings which took place but we did not hear or see them, which meant that we could continue to enjoy our break away. Many thanks to all the staff. We hope to return in the future.

Myself and my two friends visited the hotel at the weekend for afternoon tea. On arrival, we were not sure where to go and when asked the bar staff if we were located in right area of the hotel, the staff member made us feel uncomfortable by her mannerism towards us. We were early so decided to have a drink, found the drink expensive which you would expect from a hotel however the mocktail was the same price as a cocktail, delicious to taste but surely shouldn’t be priced the same as cocktail? My friends pint of Guinness wasn’t poured as you’d expect a pint of Guinness to be poured more so ‘rushed’ which spoilt the overall taste. Afternoon tea itself was really tasty highly recommend and credit to the Chef in an enjoyable atmosphere and the hotel itself was lovely and festive, we will definitely return. We just felt the bar service was a let down to the overall experience.

Have visited 5 or 6 times in the past 3 years. Beautiful castle and so much more special at Christmas. Have to agree with previous review about weddings taking priority. Looking for food seems to have become an issue. Drawing room not serving any food Saturday or Sunday, and it's a lovely place to sit. Sent from there to Resturaunt, this was 12. 30 Saturday told they were running late after breakfast and couldn't get lunch until 1. The casual dining spot was being used for a civil ceremony, couldn't walk through to rooms, spa ect. had to go outside. Had food there Sunday and it just lacks any intimacy , very open people walking up and down as all elevators for rooms here as well as wedding reception down the stairs. Huge footfall going through and while I enjoyed the food the portions were tiny. Paid 16 euro for 3 crab claws, they were cold and chewy. Paid 15 euro for a chicken croquettes...one croquette arrived, gorgeous but tiny. Big bowl of soup for other half and a good sandwich so overall happy with casual dining. Dinner in Douglas Hyde. ...I like fine dining but very limited menu, a bit over the top for me example pigeon, venison as your mains. Artichoke soup, ceviche fish or one other starter. We had set menus.. teeny tiny amounts of food and I'm not a big eater. Starter and canapés I did not enjoy. Mains was fabulous but not even a starter size portion. We had beef Wellington and halibut. Dessert good, 35 quid bottle of wine and kids fish and chips was 202 Euro....not value for money in my opinion. Had great spa experience, Marena was excellent, I was so relaxed after it. Great facilities. Reception staff lovely and helpful. English lady in the casual dining area, blonde hair very nice and helpful. Got me soup eventually at 4pm when I couldn't get any lunch at 12.30 before my spa. Would I come back....absolutely.. our room was lovely too. Is it value for money probably not or if you don't want to break the bank stick with casual dining. ...also the beautiful little cookies you got with your coffee seems to be gone?? Small touch but always a lovely treat with a great cappuccino. If you can fix issues when weddings on and ensure quests still have use of drawing room and dining options be back to 5 stars!!

My sister and I only had one night as visiting in area but really impressed. Room spacious and very comfortable, lovely beds. Took the casual dining option and food was great, beer battered fish and chips, Bombay chicken curry and Shepards pie all good size and tasty. Only thing is water should be left on table , it was a pain trying to attract attention for refills. Had pre and post dinner drinks in drawing room which was comfortable but whatever about having to go up and order and pay mabey they could at least be dropped down to table . The staff all over were so lovely ,sorry I don't have names. Looking forward to a return soon and get to use Spa and pool area.