Former Castle Hotels in Sligo

Markree Castle was built around the 14th century. In 1663, Edward Cooper, who served under Cromwell when defeated by the O'Brien Clan, was given the castle. It became the ancestral seat of the Cooper Family for the following generations. The castle featured a private observatory, housing the largest telescope in the world in the 19th century. As one of Ireland's greatest houses, it was restored by Charles Cooper in 1989. After 10 generations of the Cooper Family, it was finally given to the Corscaddens, some Irish hoteliers in 2015.

The castle was built in the early 19th century and belonged to Colonel King Tension. Its name has Gaelic roots, meaning "Ronan's Abbey", reminiscent of the nearby Ronan Abbey ruins and Ronan's Holy Well and his hallow stone that served to baptize his followers. The Tensions fought with the Irish Brigade in France on behalf of Bonnie Prince Charlie and were also involved in the Peninsula Wars in Portugal and Spain. The history continues with their presence at the Battle of Waterloo, the Boer War and so on. This castle boasts a long history with some of Ireland's most important historic milestones. If you want to step into the world of former royals and travel back in time while getting pampered all around, than Kilronan Castle is the ideal place for you.