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Gregans Castle Hotel

Gregans Castle Hotel can be found nestled in the heart of the Burren on Ireland’s west coast. At the foot of Corkscrew Hill, the hotel affords guests with impressive views of the surrounding hills and gleaming Galway Bay beyond. The Gregans estate was founded in 1656, with the main house that has been transformed into the elegant Hotel dating from 1750. Gregans Castle has welcomed guests to its the halls since 1940, and even hosted a number of renowned personages including J. R. R. Tolkien, Seamus Heaney, and Sean Scully. No matter the occasion, you can expect the highest standards of service and hospitality from the gracious staff at Gregans Castle. Styled as a traditional country house, relax in airy rooms with muted springtime colors and vintage furniture coupled with all the 4-star amenities you might require. When staying at Gregans Castle Hotel, find iconic towns such as Doolin and Lahinch on your doorstep bursting with cozy pubs, boutique shops and local highlights ready to be discovered.

Rooms & Amenities

The personal touch cannot be missed in any of the 21 rooms at Gregans Castle. Furnished with antiques sourced from travels all over the world, each room has been carefully styled by your hosts. A number of the rooms claim their own private garden area while all boast spectacular views of the garden, mountains, or the bay. Firmly believing that the focus should be on the beautiful area and space, rooms do not include televisions.

All Guestrooms Feature:

  • Reading Material Selection
  • Bathrobe
  • Complimentary Mineral Water
  • Tivoli Bluetooth Radio
  • Direct Dial Telephone
  • Complimentary WiFi Internet Access
  • Evening Turn-Down Service
  • Hairdryer
  • Luxury Bamford Organic Toiletries
  • Same-Day Laundry Service
  • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities (On Request)

Dining

The Dining Room:

Lead by Head Chef Robbie McCauley, the Dining Room at Gregans Castle Hotel boasts a mouthwatering display of fine Irish cuisine. The menu, featuring a number of local favorites, has earned the restaurant a number of prestigious accolades including 3 AA Rosettes and the RAI Best Hotel Restaurant 2017 Award. Choose from delectable dishes such as Kilshanny Lamb with White Asparagus or Roasted Quail with Peas to be paired with vintages from their impressive wine-list.

The Corkscrew Bar:

For a quick beer or an apéritif before dinner, look no further than the Corkscrew Bar at Gregans Castle Hotel. Feel the welcoming glow of an open log fire and sit back to unwind in chic, relaxing surroundings. Corkscrew Bar is popular amongst locals and guests alike, and invites you to enjoy lunch or afternoon tea after a day spent exploring the beautiful Irish countryside.