Perfect for families or groups of friends, these luxury self-catering castles nearest to Galway combine the elegance of historic architecture with the freedom to shape your holiday exactly as you wish. With inviting, family-friendly spaces, beautifully appointed bedrooms, and fully-equipped kitchens, these properties blend historic charm with modern comforts. It’s your space, your schedule, your way—ideal for relaxed mornings, shared dinners, and unforgettable moments together in a setting that feels entirely your own. If you would like to discuss your plans, we're available 7 days a week — get in touch!

Lough Cutra Castle

Gort, Co. Galway, Ireland

The castle sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms. Self-catered from €9000 per night.

Our Experts Say:

Designed by the architect of Buckingham Palace, this Baronial castle with convenient airlinks sits on a private country estate on the banks of a vast lake. The Imperially-styled rooms exude the relaxed atmosphere of a beloved family home and have richly historic tales to tell. Indulge in delectable afternoon tea, admire ornately-painted cornices and explore the restored walled garden. See more

8.6
Very Good
Latest reviews (1)

Cloughan Castle

Loughrea, Co Galway, Ireland

Sleeps 14 guests in 7 rooms. Self-catered from €9000 for 2 nights.

Our Experts Say:

Accessed at the end of a long straight drive, this beautifully-restored castle stands proudly towering above tree-lined fields, offering guests panoramic countryside views. Spiral stone staircases, and wooden floorboards with touches of Medieval glamour highlight its Norman features and give it a cosy, rustic charm. See more

9.5
Outstanding
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Springfield Castle

Dromcollogher, Co. Limerick, Ireland

Sleeps 25 guests in 13 rooms. Self-catered from €6700 for 3 nights.

Our Experts Say:

This ancestral home of a Lord and Lady features sophisticated, spacious bedrooms – some located in the tower - family antiques and a fresh, seasonal dining experience from its working deer-farm estate. Closely situated to Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, the castle’s private courtyard encloses gardens and estate buildings dating back to Norman times. See more

8.7
Very Good
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Crom Castle

County Fermanagh, Ireland

The West Wing sleeps 13 guests in 7 rooms. Self-catered from £4200 for 2 nights.

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This Baronial property marks its territory amid a scenic, tree-dotted landscape of the historic County Fermanagh. Complete with turrets, chimneys and a glistening orangery, its façade gives way to an equally Imperial interior of archways, columns, ornate ceilings and floating staircases brimming with romance and charm. See more

9.9
Outstanding
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Belle Isle Castle

Co.Fermanagh, Ireland

Belle Isle Castle sleeps 31 guests in 16 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 64 guests). Self-catered from £3000 per night.

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The sprawling 17th-century, country-manor-style castle sits peacefully on the peaceful Upper Lough Erne, framed by trees and a rugged parkland. Large bay windows and elegant interiors invite you to make yourselves at home here. Watch the sunset across the water and the mesmerising ancient hills of Fermanagh from your own personal island setting. See more

9.2
Superb
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Quintin Castle

Portaferry, County Down, Ireland

Sleeps 24 guests in 10 rooms. Self-catered from £4100 per night.

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Enclosed by neat battlements and tree-dotted fields beyond, this cliff-edge castle, featuring impressive crenelations across its entirety, occupies a rugged landscape position just metres from the wild Irish Sea. Its grounds combine sculpture, gardens and a private beach, whilst its interiors portray a traditional country elegance across a canvas of complementary colours, intricate prints and dark wood. See more

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