Hot Tub Stays

Hotel in Donegal Town, Co. Donegal

Lough Eske Castle

Shared tub With other guests, in the spa or leisure area
  • Shared hot tubIn the spa
  • 8.9 Excellent981 reviews on Booking.com
  • Check-in 15:00Check-out 12:00
  • No pets
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A restored five-star castle in 43 acres of forest outside Donegal town, with outdoor hot tubs in the spa gardens.

Highlights

  • Outdoor hot tubs, sauna and steam room
  • Pool in a glass atrium
  • Cedars Restaurant with Killybegs seafood
  • Whiskey cellar with Donegal whiskeys

Lough Eske Castle sits in forest at the foot of the Bluestack Mountains, a few minutes from Donegal town. Rooms are huge, with oak furniture and wood-panelled marble bathrooms.

The Cara spa has a steam room, sauna, massage suites and outdoor hot tubs, and the pool sits in a glass atrium looking over the grounds. Cedars Restaurant serves seafood from Killybegs, and there’s a whiskey cellar for tastings. Lough Eske itself is a five-minute walk.

What guests say

8.9Excellent

Out of 10, from 981 reviews on Booking.com. Highest marks for cleanliness (9.4) and comfort (9.4).

  • Guests love the restored castle and its atmosphere.
  • Rooms and bathrooms are described as gorgeous.
  • Breakfast and service get top marks.
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.4
  • Facilities9.1
  • Location9.4
  • Value for money8.3
  • Staff9.4

Our summary of what reviewers mention most, in our words. Read the reviews on Booking.com

The hot tub

Type
Hot tub
Where
In the spa or leisure centre
Who uses it
Shared with other guests

Listed as a hot tub or jacuzzi in the leisure or spa facilities. Check opening hours, age limits and any charge.

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Rooms

  • Courtyard Room
  • Deluxe Room
  • Deluxe Twin Room
  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
  • Superior Double Room

Room types seen on Booking.com listing on 20 October 2026. Rooms sold out that day may not be shown.

Facilities

Indoor swimming poolFree parking3 restaurantsAccessible facilitiesSpa & wellness centreFree WiFiBarBreakfast available

Questions about Lough Eske Castle

Is the hot tub at Lough Eske Castle private?
No. The hot tub is in the spa or leisure centre and shared with other guests.
Can I bring my dog to Lough Eske Castle?
No pets. Check the current policy when you book.
What time is check-in at Lough Eske Castle?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.

Hot tub stays near Lough Eske Castle

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Around Donegal Town

Donegal Bay: Lough Eske, the Blue Stacks and surf beaches south to Bundoran.

  • Glenveagh National ParkCastle, gardens and lakeside walks among the Derryveagh Mountains.
  • Malin HeadIreland’s most northerly point and one of the best places to see the northern lights.
  • Sliabh LiagSome of Europe’s highest sea cliffs, with a viewing platform and walking trail.
  • Grianán of AileachA restored stone ring fort above Burt with views over Lough Swilly and Lough Foyle.

More about hot tub stays in Donegal

When to go

Summer for beaches; October to March for dark skies and a chance of the aurora from a hot tub.

Getting there

About 3 hours 30 minutes from Dublin to Donegal Town or Letterkenny. Inishowen is 20 to 40 minutes from City of Derry Airport.

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