Donegal’s lough eske castle makes top ten irish hotels in the condé nast traveler readers’ choice awards 2025.

Lough Eske Castle has featured in the prestigious Awards for a number of years, placing in the Top Ten Hotels in Ireland for eight consecutive years.

A global celebration of travel excellence, the Awards are based on Conde Nast Traveler readers’ views and experiences.

Over 750,000 readers took part in the 2025 Awards, sharing their insights and rating their favourite travel experiences and hotels from around the world.

Dónal Cox, General Manager of Lough Eske Castle commented: “We are honoured to be named among the top ten hotels in Ireland by the US readers of Condé Nast Traveler for the eighth consecutive year.

“This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our team, who consistently go above and beyond to create exceptional experiences for each and every guest. Being voted for by those who have stayed with us makes the award even more meaningful. We are grateful for the continued support of our guests and partners and look forward to welcoming both familiar faces and new visitors to experience the warmth of Donegal hospitality at Lough Eske Castle.”

Lough Eske Castle (www.lougheskecastlehotel.com) has featured in the Conde Nast Taveler Readers’ Awards in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and now 2025. As one of the longest-running and most prestigious travel industry awards, now in its 36th year, the awards recognise excellence and continue to represent the highest standards in the travel industry.

The full list of 2025 winners is available at cntraveler.com/inspiration/readers-choice-awards and will be featured in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler.

Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards– top 10 Irish Hotels

The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Mayo
Ballyfin Demesne, Laois
Hayfield Manor, Cork
The Killarney Park, Kerry
The Merrion, Dublin
Anantara The Marker Dublin
Lough Eske Castle, Donegal
Kilkea Castle, Kildare
The Westbury, Dublin
Ice House Ballina, Mayo
The Shelbourne, Dublin
Killarney Royal Hotel, Kerry

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