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Castle Dargan Hotel

Ballygawley
Rated 8.2 in 1638 reviews

Castle Dargan Hotel, located in the serene countryside of Sligo, Ireland, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Set amidst picturesque landscapes, the hotel is housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century castle, providing guests with a tranquil retreat that exudes traditional Irish hospitality.

Upon arriving at Castle Dargan Hotel, guests are greeted by sweeping views of pristine golf courses and lush woodlands, setting the tone for a relaxing and immersive stay. The hotel's interiors reflect a harmonious blend of old-world elegance and contemporary design, with comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor that complement the historic architecture.

The hotel is known for its splendid golf course, designed by renowned golfer Darren Clarke, which attracts enthusiasts from around the world. Golfers can enjoy the challenging yet scenic course while non-golfers can explore the myriad of leisure activities available. The hotel’s spa offers indulgent treatments, aimed at rejuvenating the body and mind, while the surrounding grounds provide ample opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

Dining at Castle Dargan Hotel is a delightful experience, with its restaurant serving a selection of locally-sourced and expertly prepared dishes. Guests can relish these culinary delights while enjoying panoramic views of the landscape.

With its rich history, stunning surroundings, and range of amenities, Castle Dargan Hotel is a perfect destination for both leisure and business visitors seeking a peaceful refuge wrapped in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Sligo.

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Giants Grave
Giants Grave
Portal tomb in County Sligo, Ireland
1.7km / 1.1mi
Ballysumaghan Church
Church in County Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
3.2km / 2mi
Collooney Methodist Church
Collooney Methodist Church
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
3.6km / 2.3mi
Saint Paul's
Saint Paul's
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
3.6km / 2.3mi
Church of the Assumption
Church of the Assumption
Church in Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland
3.5km / 2.2mi
Markree Castle
Markree Castle
Castle located in Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland
2.6km / 1.6mi
Cloghagadaide
Cloghagadaide
Stone row in Ballydawley, Co. Sligo
2km / 1.3mi
Carricknagat Megalithic Tombs
Wedge-shaped gallery grave and dolmen in County Sligo, Ireland
2.4km / 1.5mi
Tobernalt Holy Well
Tobernalt Holy Well
Holy well in County Sligo, Ireland
5.6km / 3.5mi
Cashelore
Stone ringfort in County Sligo, Ireland
4.4km / 2.7mi
Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity
Church in Ballysadare, County Sligo, Ireland
5km / 3.1mi
Gortlownan Motte
Motte located in County Sligo, Ireland
7.2km / 4.5mi
Carns Cairn
Cairn in County Sligo, Ireland
6.9km / 4.3mi
Carrowmore
Carrowmore
Megalithic cemetery in County Sligo, Ireland
7.6km / 4.7mi
Carrowmore
Carrowmore
Megalithic cemetery in County Sligo, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Tawnagh Parish Church
Tawnagh Parish Church
Church in Riverstown, County Sligo, Ireland
7.6km / 4.7mi
Sligo Priory
Sligo Priory
House of Dominican friars in Sligo
8.8km / 5.5mi
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Elphin in Sligo, Ireland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Model Arts and Niland Gallery
Model Arts and Niland Gallery
Contemporary arts centre and gallery space in Sligo, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo
St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo
Church in Sligo, Ireland
8.9km / 5.5mi
Creevelea Friary
Creevelea Friary
Friary located in County Leitrim, Ireland
9.4km / 5.8mi
Listoghil
Listoghil
Megalithic passage tomb at Carrowmore, County Sligo, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Sligo Presbyterian Church
Sligo Presbyterian Church
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Calry Church
Calry Church
Church in Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
Saint Joseph's
Church building in Kilcreevin, County Sligo, Ireland
10km / 6.2mi
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery W-M 9a
Passage tomb in County Sligo, Ireland
8.6km / 5.3mi
Saint Mary's church
Church in Carrowcrin, County Leitrim, Ireland
8.7km / 5.4mi
St. Patrick's Church
Church in Dromahair, County Leitrim, Ireland
9.7km / 6mi
Parke's Castle
Parke's Castle
O'Rourke Castle
10.4km / 6.5mi
Magheraghanrush Court Tomb
Magheraghanrush Court Tomb
Court cairn and National Monument of Ireland, located in County Sligo, Ireland
10.2km / 6.4mi
Killoran Parish Church
Church in County Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
11.7km / 7.2mi
Cummeen Court Cairn
Court cairn in County Sligo, Ireland
10.9km / 6.8mi
Drumlease Parish Church
Drumlease Parish Church
Church in Dromahair, County Leitrim, Ireland
10km / 6.2mi
Maeve's Cairn
Maeve's Cairn
11.4km / 7.1mi
Knocknarea passage tombs
Group of passage tombs and cairns in Co. Sligo
11.4km / 7.1mi
Ballymote Castle
Ballymote Castle
Medieval castle in Sligo, Ireland
12.9km / 8mi
Saint Anne's Church
Saint Anne's Church
Church in Larass, County Sligo, Ireland
12.6km / 7.8mi
Heapstown Cairn
Heapstown Cairn
Passage tomb in County Sligo, Ireland
12.4km / 7.7mi
Culleenamore Strand
Culleenamore Strand
Beach in County Sligo, Ireland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church in Ballymote, County Sligo, Ireland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Fawnlion
Hillfort in Leitrim
12.7km / 7.9mi
Castlebaldwin Castle
Castlebaldwin Castle
Castle ruin in Co. Sligo
13.6km / 8.5mi
Graniamore Church
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Emlaghfad Church of Ireland
Emlaghfad Church of Ireland
Church in Ballymote, County Sligo, Ireland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Emlaghfad Church (ruins)
Emlaghfad Church (ruins)
Emlaghfad Church ruins and associated site
13.8km / 8.6mi

What to do in Sligo and near Castle Dargan Hotel

Giants Grave
Giants Grave
Portal tomb in County Sligo, Ireland
1.7km / 1.1mi
Ballysumaghan Church
Church in County Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
3.2km / 2mi
Collooney Methodist Church
Collooney Methodist Church
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
3.6km / 2.3mi
Saint Paul's
Saint Paul's
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
3.6km / 2.3mi
Church of the Assumption
Church of the Assumption
Church in Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland
3.5km / 2.2mi
Markree Castle
Markree Castle
Castle located in Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland
2.6km / 1.6mi
Cloghagadaide
Cloghagadaide
Stone row in Ballydawley, Co. Sligo
2km / 1.3mi
Carricknagat Megalithic Tombs
Wedge-shaped gallery grave and dolmen in County Sligo, Ireland
2.4km / 1.5mi
Tobernalt Holy Well
Tobernalt Holy Well
Holy well in County Sligo, Ireland
5.6km / 3.5mi
Cashelore
Stone ringfort in County Sligo, Ireland
4.4km / 2.7mi
Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity
Church in Ballysadare, County Sligo, Ireland
5km / 3.1mi
Gortlownan Motte
Motte located in County Sligo, Ireland
7.2km / 4.5mi
Carns Cairn
Cairn in County Sligo, Ireland
6.9km / 4.3mi
Carrowmore
Carrowmore
Megalithic cemetery in County Sligo, Ireland
7.6km / 4.7mi
Carrowmore
Carrowmore
Megalithic cemetery in County Sligo, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Tawnagh Parish Church
Tawnagh Parish Church
Church in Riverstown, County Sligo, Ireland
7.6km / 4.7mi
Sligo Priory
Sligo Priory
House of Dominican friars in Sligo
8.8km / 5.5mi
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Elphin in Sligo, Ireland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Model Arts and Niland Gallery
Model Arts and Niland Gallery
Contemporary arts centre and gallery space in Sligo, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo
St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo
Church in Sligo, Ireland
8.9km / 5.5mi
Creevelea Friary
Creevelea Friary
Friary located in County Leitrim, Ireland
9.4km / 5.8mi
Listoghil
Listoghil
Megalithic passage tomb at Carrowmore, County Sligo, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Sligo Presbyterian Church
Sligo Presbyterian Church
Church in County Sligo, Ireland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Calry Church
Calry Church
Church in Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
Saint Joseph's
Church building in Kilcreevin, County Sligo, Ireland
10km / 6.2mi
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery W-M 9a
Passage tomb in County Sligo, Ireland
8.6km / 5.3mi
Saint Mary's church
Church in Carrowcrin, County Leitrim, Ireland
8.7km / 5.4mi
St. Patrick's Church
Church in Dromahair, County Leitrim, Ireland
9.7km / 6mi
Parke's Castle
Parke's Castle
O'Rourke Castle
10.4km / 6.5mi
Magheraghanrush Court Tomb
Magheraghanrush Court Tomb
Court cairn and National Monument of Ireland, located in County Sligo, Ireland
10.2km / 6.4mi

About Sligo

Sligo, known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, offers a variety of activities that cater to different interests. Explore the Natural Beauty of the area by visiting the iconic Benbulben Mountain and the picturesque Strandhill beach, both of which provide excellent opportunities for hiking and enjoying the coastal scenery. The Yeats Society in Sligo celebrates the life and works of the renowned poet W.B. Yeats, making it a worthwhile stop for those interested in literature and art.

Visit the Historical Sites such as the ancient passage tombs at Carrowmore, which date back to the Neolithic period, giving insight into Ireland's prehistoric past. The nearby Sligo Abbey, a 13th-century Dominican friary, offers a glimpse into the region's medieval history and architectural heritage.

For those interested in Local Culture, Sligo hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year, including the Sligo International Choral Festival and the Sligo Summer Festival, which showcase local music, art, and community spirit. Enjoying the Local Cuisine is also an essential part of the experience; the town has several restaurants and cafes that highlight Irish dishes and local produce.

Finally, Engage in Outdoor Activities such as surfing at Strandhill or taking a leisurely walk along the River Garavogue, which can provide a peaceful retreat in nature. Sligo's blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical significance makes it a unique destination worth exploring.




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