Delphi Lodge

County Mayo


Dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop, this wonderful 1830s Georgian mansion beside Fin Lough was built by the Marquis of Sligo. The 13-room country hotel features beautiful interiors, colossal 405-hectare grounds, delicious food (six-course dinner €65) and a serious lack of pretension. It's popular with fishers (half-day with fishing tutor €180) and those seeking relaxation and escape.


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