Oughterard Hotel Guide - Aughnanure Castle hotels in Oughterard, Ireland.

Aughnanure Castle is a 16th Century castle built by the O'Flaherty family. The original castle, which stood in the exact same location, dates as far back as the early-14th Century. Located only two miles from the village of Oughterard, Aughnanure Castle is a popular destination for historical tourism. If you’re looking for a taste of Ireland’s rich history, then here is a good place to start.

The castle is built in a tower house formation. There’s a small guard lookout, two upper floors that would have been used for living and sleeping, and a lower floor for storage. The castle’s close proximity to the River Drimneen has left interesting caverns eroded into its lower stone foundations.

The grounds of the castle are also worth an exploration, especially the two courtyards. Legend has it that one of the courtyards once had a trap door that could be pulled to dispose of unwanted visitors. It’s always good to watch your step.

There is a small fee for entry to the castle, which is generally open on most days throughout the year. You can also find guided tours of the castle and the surrounding area. These operate regularly, but are worth researching in advance. The castle is easy to reach by bus or by car from the centre of Oughterard.

Luxury Hotels Near Aughnanure Castle

A visit to the ancient castle may inspire a craving for some modern luxurious living of your own. There are lots of highly rated hotels in the area around Aughnanure, where you too can feel like a king in the castle. Whether you’re ready to splash a little cash, or you’re looking for the best possible deal to match up with the best possible quality, there’s a little something for everyone in the area.

Expedia lists some great, highly rated options. Why not look up a local spa hotel and give yourself a little extra pampering on your visit? After a day out in the fresh Irish air learning about history, accentuate your glow with a massage, a body scrub or a dip in the pool. Or check out a highly rated bed and breakfast for some real homely comfort and a luxurious bed that will have you asleep and dreaming of kingdoms gone.

Hotels for Families Near Aughnanure Castle

Aughnanure Castle makes a great day out for all the family. Kids will love fantasising about historical lives and battles, and will probably learn a little along the way too. There are plenty of accommodation options in the area that will make travelling with children young and old as easy as possible.

Look for hotels which include swimming pools, Wi-Fi and television, to keep the kids occupied when you’re in the hotel as well as when you’re out. And so that the adults can have a bit of fun as well, check out the selection of hotels that offer free babysitting and childcare options. Enjoy yourselves with a few dark stouts down the local and know your children are being taken care of.