For almost everyone visiting Ireland staying in an Irish castle is a dream! Here are some of the top Irish castles in the West of Ireland to stay in and a little insight into their rich histories.

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Oak Hall in Ashford Castle in County Mayo, Ireland, has a world-wide reputation for its extravagant lodging. The castle has played host to myriad high-profile events, including James Bond actor Pierce ...

Picture yourself as lord or lady of the manor on a 12-day trip that includes stays in castles. The tour, which begins June 4, includes stops in Limerick, Kilkenny and Dublin. Cost is $2,530 per person ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Catherine Sabino is an editor and author who writes about travel. Visitors to Ireland often want a castle experience, and there ...

To most, the striking stone towers that dot the Irish countryside are quaint ruins. To a few ambitious people, they’re the perfect places to make into homes — and one-of-a-kind vacation rentals. By ...

Brendan Vacations has introduced an itinerary that gives guests an immersive, private accommodations experience inside two castles in Ireland. The nine-day Legendary Castles Stay features three-night ...

Aerial view of Sheen Falls Lodge in County Kerry, Ireland - Ireland has become one of the most LGBTQ+ welcoming destinations in the world According to a new MyBaggage study—a company specializing in ...

How do you make Kilkea Castle sustainable? That’s the difficult question its owners had to answer when they renovated the old fortress and turned it into the Kilkea Castle Estate & Golf Club. “We’re ...