Castle Oaks House Hotel

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2026

Joanna

I loved the gym and pool.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2026

Abigail

Excellent staff!

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2025

Leesa

Very big room and comfortable with a great shower. Elevator was amusing - operated by a \"sloth\" (ie, it was very slow). Breakfast was great, with fabulous staff. Options for food was very limited - a bit expensive in the hotel and not much nearby.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2025

Peter

Breakfast for us was not free. But saying that it was excellant. So much so we had a few evening meals there as well. Service was friendly and attentive. Every ony frow reception staff, waiters/waitresses and cleaners were all very curtious and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2025

Maureen

Comfortable clean room, staff was friendly, wonderful breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2025

Susan

Staff were lovely, room was clean and welcoming. Parking was good. Interior of the hotel is very dated in places

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2025

Sandra

Thourghly enjoyed my visit. Would loved to have access to real coffee (not instant) in room or lobby

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

03 Oct 2025

Mark

Trash trash trash had flies in my rom and power don’t work. Had a dumpster in front of my door

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Raymond

Josephine and Maggie are delightful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2025

Christina

Lovely building and atmosphere. The dinner was disappointing and I couldn’t get room service nor was there a phone in the room to try and order same - so the food situation was disappointing. Lovely staff and handy location.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Tom

Lovely place

Loved it, nice hotel and pool

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Linda

Spacious clean rooms in a beautiful setting.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

23 Sep 2025

Spencer

Restaurant and bar on site. Really unique place! It's quite loud though, especially in the middle of the night for some reason? Not sure if there's work going on in the area, but we were woken up between midnight and 3am each night due to loud banging outside the window. Otherwise, it was a beautiful place.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2025

Richard

Enjoyed our stay

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2025

Lisa

Beautiful huge room. Modern bathroom, comfy bed and really lovely grounds and cute village. Walkable to village and trail along the River Shannon.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Sep 2025

Randy

Nice place. We only stayed one night .

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2025

David

This is a great place to be. Nice walks along the river and nice grounds. The staff was great and Josephine was charming. All good. We stayed here because we were flying out from Shannon the next day. The half hour drive to Shannon was easy (in the morning). We chose well.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2025

Tracy

The staff was very helpful in answering our questions and always responsive. We appreciated that they took the time to get to know us by name and even let us check in early. We highly recommend staying in this lovely hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Tara

The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We arrived after a long day of driving, right as the kitchen was shutting down. They graciously fed us anyway, which was a lifesaver! The grounds are serene and good for a morning or evening stroll. The fitness center was nice too.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2025

Joseph

The staff were always very accommodating especially Maggie and Josephine who are sisters and are always making the stay at the hotel very comfortable

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

03 Jul 2025

Deseree

The lodge appeared outdated and is in need of renovation. During my stay, I experienced very low water pressure, and warm water was not consistently available.

Although check-in was scheduled for 3:00 PM, I arrived in Ireland at 9:00 AM and inquired about the possibility of an early check-in. I was informed that no rooms were available, and unfortunately, no alternatives or accommodations were offered. As a result, I spent several hours navigating an unfamiliar country while waiting.

After spending a few days on the property, I observed that several lodges appeared to be unoccupied, which left me confused as to why no early check-in options were provided.

Given these experiences, I do not plan to stay at this location again and would not feel comfortable recommending it to others.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2025

Steve

Character hotel

A lovely spot in a hotel full of nice character. Staff were terrifically friendly. Good parking. The room was small but the bathroom made up for it, as it was large and modern, very nice indeed. It was quite warm and so with only a small gap of open window we didn’t sleep well as there was no way to cool the room down. But overall we really enjoyed our stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 May 2025

Simon

Lovely

Lovely location. Has an air of Fawlty Towers about it from the outside. The experience is far from it and the welcome and team were wonderfully welcoming. Room was a little traditional in a slightly tired way but otherwise comfortable. I shall stay again and would recommend it.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2025

Charlotte

Absolutely beautiful!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2025

TERI

Ireland Getaway

We had a great stay. We were there 6-nights. Beautiful surroundings located right next to the Shannon river. Each meal we had was quite delicious. Maggie made sure we had everything we needed.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2025

Kaylee

Lovely place for our one night stay! Unique property with friendly staff and clean rooms!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2025

annabel

Lovely victorian manor house

This hotel was lovely with large rooms and modern bathrooms. The food was a delightful surprise. The staff were attentive and kind. The only issue was our beds ..the matresses are in need of replacing...you can feel the springs

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2025

berlinda

Overall very relaxing and enjoyable stay

The staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fresh with a good selection. The kids loved the pool facilities. Would have been nice to have a kids playroom and live music in the bar as we were in the hotel most of the weekend because the weather was not great. Overall it was a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. I would recommend it.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2025

shaudy

We loved our large broom. We had two twin beds and a queen bed, which were all very comfortable. The breakfast, an included option, was delicious and plenty full. We especially recommend the waffles, which were one of the most delicious waffles we’ve ever had. There are lots of parking on the premises. Be mindful that you have to take the stairs to go to the second floor.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2025

Roisin

A Lovely hotel

It was a lovely hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Hotel was clean and the rooms were clean and bright.
Would come back again.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2025

Christopher

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Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

Great staff great food

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2025

Philip

The staff went above and beyond to make you feel comfortable!! I absolutely loved it here and can't wait to go back!! Highly recommend this hotel, you won't be disappointed!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2025

Paulette

Very nice only complaint is no elevator

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2025

Mathieu

Enjoyed the stay, the staff was great

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2025

Jonathan

Nice clean property.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2025

Lorna

Room was lovely and clean, all necessary facilities. Bathroom was very modern, spacious and shower was lovely. Plenty of parking and good facilities all round.
Would be happy to stay again.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2025

Toni

Great to be able to bring our dogs and stay in a garden lodge. It was a quick trip but the reception team were great and very obliging and bar staff friendly.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2024

Adrian

Excellent stay

Very comfortable room, friendly staff and great food. I will be back

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Nov 2024

Edouard

A bit old and needs to be refreshed.
Staff are lovely and are doing their best to help.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2024

Michelle

Beautiful honeymoon room in great location. Visit the fairy woods and walk along river.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2024

john

Good staff. Good food.

6/10

Pleasant

06 Oct 2024

Jeanne

It is a grand old building and the main staircase is stunning

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2024

Stephanie

It is a lovely location and the rooms are spacious and very clean.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2024

Peter

This property has gotten mediocre reviews. Everything we encountered indicates either: (a) that the property is now doing much better in room quality and other services than it had in the past; or (b) that we and the several other people we spoke with about the quality of their rooms were very fortunate to come at the time we did. Given how pleased everyone we spoke with (because I wanted to find out if we just happened to get a great room and others were finding the flaws that earlier reviewers spoke of) was with their experience at the hotel, I am inclined to think Castle Oaks management has upped their game considerably.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Sep 2024

steven

Hotel propre, les chambres sont bien

Un plus, accès piscine et gym inclus.

Un moins, malgré une différence du service dans la région européenne versus le canada, nous avons trouvé que le service lors des repas était sous la moyenne

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Ellen

The ideal spot to recover from jet lag- quiet, pastoral friendly, pleasant and helpful staff, great food, a gym and pool, beautiful surroundings- need I say more? I recommend this place highly!!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Sep 2024

Julia

We stayed on the second (third) floor. It was inaccessable by the elevator, which only went to the first (second) floor. We had to walk quite a distance from the elevator to the stairs. The carpet could be replaced.
The room itself was excellent, and as described. The grounds were amazing. The first (ground) floor was beautiful and we enjoyed the pub and the restaurant.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2024

scott

Andrea took great care of me and so did everyone else i loved everything here

2/10

Poor

22 Aug 2024

THERESA

We had an insect problem that the night manager tried to resolve but couldn't. The staff was very nice considering the dilemma

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jul 2024

Benita

The gardens were pretty.
There was no lift access to the second floor ! They did not provide us with fans tho it was pretty warm in the room.Every amenity provided was substandard

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2024

S

Excellent service.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2024

Stacy

Our room was beautiful! And the grounds were lovely. We went on a walk on an adjacent river walk, which was so beautiful and peaceful. Breakfast was very nice as well. We drive to a restaurant (Finnegans) which was 8 minutes drive and we really loved that as well.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2024

Sheila

Stairs with suitcases was cumbersome.

Dated but clean and functional.

Staff (Magee, Josephine, and the young lad) were very pleasant.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2024

Julie

This place has an air of opulence. The gardens and decor were nicely upscale for us budget travelers. We chose to spend time closer to Shannon airport before our flight after visiting the Dingle area. The leisure center with a pool and sauna were a nice surprise. The breakfast options were excellent. The bar even loaned us a bottle opener when we ordered takeaway beers. I would have liked to have stayed longer to explore the grounds. I liked the quirky details like to all the weird levels and steps in the residential area. But those with mobility issues should be warned. The lift only goes to the first floor, then you must take stairs to the upper floors. The lights on the outdoor eating area, the scriptures and the blooming flowers were peaceful and pretty. I would happily stay here again.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

27 May 2024

Verified traveler

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We were in the Garden apts. which have two bedrooms (I could have saved quite a bit of money had I known this). The Garden apts. were in need of a thorough cleaning, the couches were from the thirties with sagging pillows, the bathroom was in need of an overhaul and the tvs did not work. On the website, we only saw pictures of the lovely remodeled hotel. What a ripoff!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2024

Andrea

Beautiful property, lovely staff, delicious food

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2024

Jo

Not what we were expecting

Accommodation was noisy, dirty and the bathroom was nasty. This place needs work. Also we did not find the reception staff very helpful.
We do not recommend staying at Castle Oaks House Hotel. Very disappointed.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2024

Philip

Quiet hotel in a beautiful area next to the River Shannon. Quaint hotel that reminded us of the old style hotels, large high ceiling with beautiful ornaments. Very helpful staff and great food! All in all a very lovely stay! If you have time, do the river walk!!!

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2024

Carol

Grear hotel, very clean, good restaurant and was well looked after by the lovely Josephine, who really couldn’t do enough for you.
Would definitely return.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2024

Susan

Staff were friendly and efficient. Very welcoming

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2024

Craig

loved the swimming pool
Breakfast was perfect

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2024

J R

Excellent all around.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2024

Elaine

Beautiful country hotel. Room was newly renovated. Staff very friendly and breakfast was great.

Self

4/10

Poor

26 Oct 2023

Sergiu

It was not what I expected

Disappointing Overall.

●What I liked was: the free parking; breakfast was good on our first day but on our second day wasn't that good; our dinner in the restaurant/bar was good and the staff were friendly and helpful.

●What I didn't like was: the carpets on the corridors and in the bedroom were old and you can see stains in some places (needs new carpets); one of the lights in our bathroom was not working; uncomfortable spring mattress; the bathroom door was making a loud noise when you closed it and the 2 chairs in our bedroom were old and didn't look clean.
Also the gym and swimming pool are not in the hotel itself. You have to walk outside the hotel about 100 meters to get to this leisure centre were the gym and swimming pool are.
The lift was very slow, so better use the stairs.

You're better off staying at Travellodge.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2023

Dean

Staff was lovely! Great bed

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2023

NANCY

Small town stay vs limerick

Really lovely older hotel in beautiful setting in small town of castle connell -quiet and idyllic. However, without a car, reliance on train was hard since limited service to/from limerick. There did appear to be a bus between limerick and castle connell, but hard to confirm times. Hotel also had adjoining fitness ctr with gym, pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi- really great with late/early hrs. Town had limited restaurants, but hotel had restaurant. There also was a grocery in town with beer and some prepared foods that didnt need refrigeration or microwaving (since my hotel room did not have frig not microwave). Still worth it to stay here instead of in limerick!

Self

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2023

deborah a

Fire alarms and no hot water

The grounds are gorgeous, a perfect setting for a wedding. However, the instead was a little tired looking. The fire alarms went off several times and in the morning there was not a drop of hot water. I know problems can happen, but the man at the front desk was totally uninterested in helping me. I finally did get a $25 refund but I still hadn’t showered. Customer service needs work. The girl at the desk was helpful.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2023

Verified traveler

Pricey for 3star

Beautiful setting for hotel. They are trying but you can see where things are being missed. Window sills in corridors and corridors themselves covered in cobwebs, flies and dust. Decorating / painting rushed you can still see paint along windows etc. Bed / Bathroom dated but comfortable and rooms were clean. Wallpaper in our room was stained and ripping from wall.

Honestly staff we interacted with were brilliant and professional. Breakfast was filling and generous.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

03 Aug 2023

lorna

AWFUL

Awful, dirty, old, worn, spiders in room, unhelpful staff. Fell outside on steps, still waiting for contact from hotel, their fault, unsafe steps, safety strip hanging off which is what I tripped on. This was quickly removed by staff!.Not even an apology or offer to wash my trousers that were blood stained from two bleeding knees. No first aid box at reception and receptionist got 2 blue plasters from the kitchen thinking they would be adequate, had to ask for sterile dressings! I have taken lots of photos and copy of the accident report. Slept the night but left as soon as we woke, didn't use the shower as bathroom was dirty. Didn't stay for breakfast, (which we had payed for) because of poor hygiene throughout the hotel. Couldn't get out quickly enough. Spoilt our whole experience of Ireland. Most expensive of 6 hotels we stayed in throughout our trip and thought it would be a nice treat, how wrong we were.
*FOR SOME REASON I CAN'T UPLOAD ANY PHOTOS TO MY REVIEW - WHICH ISN'T HELPFUL*

Partner

2/10

Poor

20 Jun 2023

Claire

The included breakfast was nice. That’s the only good thing I can say about this place. The bathrooms are VERY outdated, as well as the whole facility. We were in one room that had a broken toilet and leaking shower. Luckily, the people that work there are lovely and very helpful.
If you want to stay somewhere that is over priced and that hasn’t been updated since the ‘60s, this is your place!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2023

Denise J

Had a fabulous time with our adult children

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

21 Apr 2023

Elsie

The staff were beautiful helpful and kind, especially during some very frustrating situations which arose during the trip. The building a location were fine.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

25 Mar 2023

Marisa

Nobody on front desk to take my key or ask if stay was ok. I went back again as hotel very near my work and room wasn't cleaned.
Still the location is great for me so I regularly book in.
I forgot that I booked on one occasion and the hotel still charged me the full whack. Would not even refund me a euro even though I'm a regular customer and they didn't have to clean the room or make the beds. So I'll never book in again. A shame as it's a nice hotel.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2023

Rick

A beautiful hotel in a beautiful part of Ireland. We loved our stay.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2023

Gregory

Elegance and Luxury at Sensible Prices

We stayed in room 102, the Doonass Suite, and felt like we were in the lap of luxury. The suite was better than we experienced at a castle for much less. The staff was wonderful as well. There was only a limited menu in the bar, but it was February when we stayed, so it made sense. It's right on the Shannon River as well. Loved every minute.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Nov 2022

Alexander

It was as expected

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2022

Christine

Beautiful hotel…5 minute walk from the hotel to do the walk along the River…It’s a fairy walk where you can see Fairy Houses-great for kids! —Tennis Courts, Indoor swimming pool and very large gym free for guests to use.

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2022

Victoria

We very much enjoyed our stay at Castle Oaks House. The surrounding area and grounds of the hotel are beautiful! The suite we had was very spacious and would have worked well for a family of four.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2022

Tara

Lovely old structure needs a bit of loving care to upkeep, a few things were a bit beatup, cracked tile, louse flooring. But it was very clean and the staff was just wonderful, friendly, efficient and kind. We had a nice stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2022

Alan

Will be back!

Fantastic welcome and stay in this hotel. Was in the area working so definitely will be back if I'm back in the area.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2022

David

Hotel was beautiful. amenities were great and staff were great very friendly and attentive..

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2022

Rick

Irish charm

Located in an Irish village of 2000 people, this hotel offers friendly, helpful service, a pub and restaurant. Beautiful garden, access to a health club and very nice rooms. Large room with 3 beds, TV and table. Pretty bathroom. Classic decorations. I got a pint and got to sit in a beautify garden. A very short diatance to a fariy walk along the river and accross a bridge. Walk a short distance to the town for a quainte pub, cute town area and a church.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2022

Alexander

The staff was very friendly and helpful!

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2022

SALUD

Definitely will stay again in Castle Oaks.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2022

SALUD

Spacious rooms, clean, great place to stay. Will definitely come back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2022

Katharine

Greeted by an exceptional array of friendly upbeat staff! Everyone makes you feel very welcomed and you can See they enjoy their jobs n it’s refreshing! Makes the stay far more enjoyable to interact with wonderful gracious people! Kudos to management. I’ll be back. Thank you so very much for an outstanding stay!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2022

Rose

Mid week stay

Staff could not have been nicer. Amazing service made a lovely stay. Siobhan was exceptionally helpful on our check in and accommodated us in a different room when she saw my mother struggling with the steps. We didn’t even have to ask. Throughout the stay all the staff were very friendly without being too much. The room was gorgeous and the beds extremely comfortable. The grounds are also beautiful, just a shame the weather wasn’t the best but hey ho, it’s Ireland. One of the nicest places I’ve stayed in a while. I look forward to returning.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Nov 2021

Vince

This property is your typical classic bed and breakfast type of room. The house itself is very nice. It's a nice place to hold parties and events etc.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2021

Roy

Only a short stay, but the place far exceeded my expectations.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2021

Verified traveler

Fantastic old mansion but the decor is a little tired. Great to have access to the leisure facilities and the staff were very helpful to get us slots even though we had not booked. Breakfast was huge!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2021

Steve

Our trip to the west

The hotel was good. The staff were pleasant. The food was good. The leisure centre and pool were excellent. My only complaint is that there was no tea and coffee on the tray in the bedroom. It was obviously overlooked by the bedroom staff. It was just annoying as I was gasping for a coffee when I woke up.
I would recommend this hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

Suited perfect

Suited perfect

Business

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2021

Aidenmcmahon

Peace relaxation nice feel in the oaks and view of river

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2020

John

Birthday celebrations

From the moment we arrived,we were made feel welcome ,the service was top class,food was delicious and our waitresses from nenagh were so attentive
We will be back at the first opportunity

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2020

Liz

Lovely town, hotel staff - but not great for food

Lovely but food was very mediocre - recommend Tuscany bistro in castle Troy

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2020

Elaine

Staff were really lovely and helpful, rooms and hotel was clean and dinner was excellent

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2020

Gerald

Fantastic staff n hotel is so cool

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2020

Catriona

It was great. The girls on reception were lovely. The room was beautiful and spotless. We were exhausted when we arrived as I was in limerick for medical reasons so we lay down when we got to the room and

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

01 Mar 2020

Sarah

Wouldnt stay again

Food and food service was shocking, room had used shampoo bottles in the shower, the hotel is all damp, and had to wait forever for service for drinks, dinner and breakfast

Partner