Nestled within 43 acres of unspoilt woodland on the shores of Lough Eske, with the Blue Stack Mountains rising behind, this 5-star castle hotel in Donegal hosts weddings of 60 to 300 guests with a dedicated planner assigned from the first consultation.
Lough Eske Castle sits quietly at the end of a woodland drive outside Donegal Town, its Victorian turrets reflected in the still waters of the lake below and the Blue Stack Mountains above. The estate covers 43 acres of ancient woods, and the atmosphere is one of complete seclusion despite being only minutes from town. With 124 rooms and suites — from the Presidential Suite to courtyard rooms — the castle can house most of a wedding party under one roof, keeping the weekend's warmth gathered together.
The ballroom accommodates between 60 and 200 guests for a seated dinner, and up to 300 for drinks and dancing — a flexibility that suits both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. The kitchen is consistently praised for the quality of its tailored menus, with full dietary accommodation available. A dedicated wedding planner is assigned from the first consultation through to the day itself; the CARA Organic Spa and heated pool mean guests have reason to arrive early and stay late.
Enquire about Lough Eske Castle →The ballroom accommodates between 60 and 200 guests for a seated dinner, and up to 300 guests for drinks and dancing.
The castle has 124 guestrooms and suites, including a Presidential Suite, Garden Suites, Courtyard Guestrooms, and Deluxe Guestrooms.
Yes — a dedicated wedding planner is assigned to work with each couple from the first consultation through to the wedding day.
The kitchen offers tailored wedding menus with full dietary accommodation including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free options.
The castle is set within 43 acres of woodland just outside Donegal Town, on the shores of Lough Eske with views of the Blue Stack Mountains.
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