Gala Dinners

A dramatic atrium lobby greets you as you step inside the world of Clontarf Castle Hotel, and time becomes yours.

This unique 12th-century castle is the perfect venue for a gala dinner, black tie event, fundraising ball or even a magical wedding reception to remember. World-class amenities unite with sheer luxury and atmospheric surroundings to make sure that there’s nowhere you’d rather be.

The exquisite atrium lobby is a wonderful space for those all-important pre-dinner cocktails, with sofa-style seating and a large open fire burning brightly, as the castle breathes its ancient history and your evening gets off to the best possible start.

Guests are then led to the Great Hall – truly a great venue, with its Louise Kennedy crystal chandeliers, dramatic high ceilings and a stunning frieze of the Battle of Clontarf linking the rich history of the building and its location – for a journey through modern Irish cuisine, with carefully designed menus in a special atmosphere.

Clontarf Castle’s turrets and suits of armour are known to every Dubliner: share its story in this tranquil setting just 10 minutes from Dublin City Centre and 5 miles from the airport. Make your gala dinner truly unforgettable by pairing it with an overnight stay – explore our special offers for guests staying at the castle after the celebration.