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.

Dunguaire Castle is a popular stop on west Ireland tours. Find out where it’s located, why it’s famous, and what to expect ...

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 ...

If you’ve ever dreamed that you’re an aristocrat languishing in your silk stockings, enjoying the ennui in your country pile, you’ve dreamed of Ashford Castle, an 800-year-old manor in County Mayo. It ...

Castles in Ireland will make your Irish vacation even more luxurious Traveling to Ireland this year? There's no shortage of wonderful and historic castles across the country that will help elevate ...

Leamaneh Castle ruins are a quick, free stop in the Burren. Find out where to see this atmospheric Irish castle and what to ...

Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Built in the 13th century, Cahir Castle is one of Ireland’s ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Just because Game of Thrones is coming to an end doesn't mean you can't get your Westeros fix after this Sunday. This Irish Castle Airbnb will give you those heir-to-the-Iron-throne vibes. Minus the ...

While the castle-owning crowd wasn’t initially keen on golf—James II and James III banned the game in Scotland in the 1400s—other sovereigns like Mary, Queen of Scots and Charles I didn’t hesitate to ...