Former Castle Hotels in Newport

The Neo-Gothic property was an original castle up until 1720, when it was renovated into a Georgian manor house, rivaling the splendour of the French châteaux. Stroll around 840 acres of pristine land or practice your swings on the golf courses. The hotel also gives you exciting activities to distract you from your busy life; try out horse riding through the country sides like the olden days, experience the thrill of the hunt in game shooting, or hone your hand-to-eye coordination with archery.

Approached by a long drive that winds through acres of beautiful lawns, Dromoland Castle was at first home to the few families of Gaelic Royalty. The initial building was erected in the 15th century, while the building that stands there today was completed in 1835. It was originally built as a stronghold, but it was surrendered to King Henry VIII and was rebuilt shortly after. During the 1980s, the castle was purchased by American investors who renovated it extensively and turned it into the lavish castle hotel that it is today.