Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa

What a fantastic hidden gem of luxury and relaxation. We had a lovely time here and cannot wait to return. We arrived before our check in time expecting having to wait but not only was our room ready we had been upgrade to the most beautiful suite. The lady who checked us in made us feel so welcome taking time to show us to the lift and explaining where everything was located. Our room was decorated very tastefully and was immaculate. Our 4 poster bed was very comfortable. The meal we had in the Douglas Hyde restaurant on our first night was by far one of the top meals we have ever had in an Irish hotel. The waiting staff were so knowledgeable and courteous Aoibhe was especially friendly. We were there for storm Eowyn and even though the driveway was blocked with trees and some staff couldn’t travel to work the service at breakfast was fantastic. We were greeted by Ann who made us feel like we were the only guests there even though she was so busy. Unfortunately the storm knocked out the power in the spa and the generator only covered the hotel and leisure centre so the treatments we had booked had to be cancelled. We had lunch in the bar and dinner there on the second evening again beautiful food a lovely menu and very attentive polite staff. We were delighted to have found Kilronan and have both agreed we will make it our annual break away without the children to relax and switch off. The staff are lovely the decor and ambience are second to none and we cannot wait to return. Thank you Kilronan

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 spent an evening at Kilronan castle where we celebrated a special occasion for my wife. The F&B team did a fantastic job and we thoroughly enjoyed the evening. We had the chefs table tasting menu. The food was fabulous and expertly described by F&B manager, Alex. We thoroughly enjoyed our night. The castle was beautifully decorated for Christmas.

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.

We arrived for afternoon Tea and were told to head to the small bar. We were greeted in the little bar room by hesitance by the young staff as if they didn’t want us there, when we said we were there for afternoon tea we were quickly told we were in the wrong area, felt like we were bothering them! we stayed for a drink as we were a little early so I decided to have a Guinness, to my shock it was poured straight to the top in one and let spill and over flow everywhere (no settling in this spot) I did see her do it for a gentleman so not sure if this was just a problem with myself ordering, I chanced a second one and again she done the exact same thing. Would not recommend a pint here. Overall the afternoon itself was fabulous the chef is a credit and the staff in where it was served were very accommodating. We did notice another table did get mince pies with there’s and a couple more things than we did but we didn’t mind too much.. It was a beautiful atmosphere and very well set up and laid out. The hotel itself is beautiful and it’s decorated beautifully for Christmas.

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!!