Dromoland Diaries

In and around Dromoland Castle

The Castle Spa – Celebrating International Women’s Day

The Castle Spa – Celebrating International Women’s Day

The Castle Spa: Where Wellness Meets Womanhood This year’s International Women’s Day we put a spotlight on three female founders who are intrinsically linked to the Castle Spa experience and its serene and tranquil offering. These brands, spearheaded by innovative women, are committed to delivering skincare solutions that prioritise both health and beauty. …

Mother’s Day Gifting from the Castle

Mother’s Day Gifting from the Castle

Mother’s Day is a celebration of the remarkable women in our lives, and what better way to honour them than with luxurious and thoughtfully curated gifts? Dromoland Castle Hotel presents a selection of exquisite products that embody grace, sophistication, and pampering—perfect for expressing love and gratitude to the queens of our hearts. Lady Ethel…

Take Five with our Resident Sommeliers

Take Five with our Resident Sommeliers

Have you ever wondered about the journey to become a Sommelier? What even is a Sommelier? ….Well, a Sommelier is a trained and knowledgeable wine professional, normally working in fine dining restaurants, who specialize in all aspects of wine service as well as wine and food pairing. And it just so happens we have two…

Take Five With Executive Head Chef, David McCann

Take Five With Executive Head Chef, David McCann

Not only did Dromoland Castle receive the great honour of being awarded ‘Best Hotel in Ireland’ by Irish Independent ‘Reader Travel Awards’ 2024, but we were also in the Top 5 for Best Restaurant in a Hotel – our Executive Head Chef David McCann give us some insight to his creative culinary work and that…

Dromoland Castle named ‘Ireland’s Best Hotel 2024

Dromoland Castle named ‘Ireland’s Best Hotel 2024

Tús maith leath na hoibre… We are thrilled to kick off 2024 being named ‘Ireland’s Best Hotel’ in the Irish Independent Reader Travel Awards 2024. Members of the public have been entering their nominations for the prestigious award since 2017 . An expert judging panel, including travel writer Pól Ó Conghaile, author Roz Purcell, and Fáilte Ireland’s…

Green School’s Trip to Dromoland Castle

Green School’s Trip to Dromoland Castle

We were delighted to welcome 4th Class from Clarecastle National School in Co. Clare who had the wonderful opportunity to participate in a Sustainability Workshop at Dromoland Castle, courtesy of the Green Schools Committee. Fiona O’Shea Stack, our Health, Safety & Sustainability Officer, warmly welcomed the group and expertly guided them on a captivating walk…

From Pristine Greens to the Green Agenda

From Pristine Greens to the Green Agenda

From pristine greens to the green agenda, we are delighted to announce that Dromoland Castle is the newest member of Beyond Green, Preferred Hotel’s sustainable collection of hotels. This noteworthy accolade comes after a rigorous vetting process, which recognises innovation in conservation and environmentally friendly practices. Like all Beyond Green members, we’ve been evaluated on…

Dromoland Castle Donates €5 Per Afternoon Tea To Clare Haven In March

Dromoland Castle Donates €5 Per Afternoon Tea To Clare Haven In March

As we welcome March, and with it Women’s History Month and Mother’s Day, it is a time to honour and celebrate the incredible women in our lives. This year, Dromoland Castle is proud to celebrate Women’s History Month by supporting a very special local charity: Clare Haven. Clare Haven Charity is a non-profit organization that…