- Common Question: Who built Donegal Castle and Who Lived there? Donegal Castle was built by the O’Donnell chieftain around the 15th Century.
- Read our travel guide on Donegal Castle in Ireland. Includes tips on what to expect, how to get there, where to stay, or when to go.
- Donegal Castle, dating back to even the Vikings, is a 15th century building. Today, partially restored, the castle is open to the public and often hosts events...
- Hotels near Donegal Castle: (0.02 km) The Suite on The Diamond in Donegal Town Elegant , Quirky and Very Comfortable.
- Have stayed in Donegal Town on previous trips to Ireland, but never toured Donegal Castle. A very good self-guiding tour in a nicely, partially restored castle.
- Built by the O’Donnell chieftains in the 15th Century, beside the river Eske in Donegal Town, Donegal Castle was rebuilt in Jacobean style in the 16th Century...
- Have stayed in Donegal Town on previous trips to Ireland, but never toured Donegal Castle. A very good self-guiding tour in a nicely, partially restored castle.
- Donegal Castle is a fascinating 15th-century castle with a later Jacobean wing. Built by the--almost legendary--historical figure Red Hugh O'Donnell in 1474...
- Donegal Castle was built by the clan chief, Red Hugh O’Donnell, in 1474. It quickly became known as one of the best Gaelic castles ever constructed.