Lough Eske Castle Hotel Named One of Ireland's Top Ten Hotels for the Eighth Consecutive Year

 Condé Nast Traveler has officially announced the results of its annual  US Readers' Choice Awards, with Lough Eske Castle honoured once more to be in the top ten.

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 has featured in the Conde Nast Traveler 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.

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Notes to editors:

The five-star Lough Eske Castle is located just outside Donegal Town, nestled within 43-acres of forest woodland hugging the shores of Lough Eske.  Boasting 124 spacious guestrooms, the Lake Lodge - a private two-bedroom residence and the award-wining CARA Organic Spa along with fine dining Cedars Restaurant, the Gallery Bar and the Father Browne Bar, Lough Eske Castle is redefining the meaning of luxury and Irish hospitality in the North-West of Ireland. For more information on Lough Eske Castle please visit: www.lougheskecastlehotel.com 

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