A five-star golf and spa resort on its own peninsula, with two loughs on three sides and championship golf running down to the water. Said to be one of Ireland's finest resorts — and it famously hosted the world's leaders at the 2013 G8 summit.
What you'll find — a five-star hotel with turreted lodges strung along the shore; the championship Faldo Course designed by Sir Nick Faldo, plus the Castle Hume parkland course; a Thai-inspired spa; fine dining and a lovely afternoon tea — all wrapped around a peninsula between Lower Lough Erne and Castle Hume Lough.
How to visit — you don't have to stay the night. Book a round of golf, a spa day, afternoon tea, or dinner in one of the restaurants — the grounds and the lough views come free with any of them.
How long — a full day if you golf or take a spa day; a couple of hours for afternoon tea with a lakeside stroll. Easy to make a whole day of it.
Cost — the grounds are free to wander, but this is a premium, five-star place — golf, spa treatments, dining and stays are all paid, and priced to match. Worth checking rates before you set off.
What to bring — smart-casual is the vibe for the restaurants and lounges; golf shoes and waterproofs for the course; a swimsuit and robe-friendly kit for the spa.
Food & parking — several restaurants and lounges on site, from fine dining to a relaxed grill, plus the famous afternoon tea. Free parking right by the door.
It's a five-star golf and spa resort, not a free attraction — the day out here is a round of golf, a spa day, afternoon tea, dinner or a stay, not a wander-round ticket.
Book ahead. Tee times, spa treatments, afternoon tea and dinner all need reserving — especially at weekends and in summer. Don't just turn up.
Plan your visit
Can I visit without staying? Yes — book a golf, spa or dining day.
You don't need to be a hotel guest. Non-residents can book a tee time on the Faldo or Castle Hume course, a treatment or day package at the spa, a table for dinner, or the afternoon tea — and enjoy the peninsula and the lough views while you're there. It's a five-star resort, so expect premium prices, and book ahead for anything you want to do. Check the resort for current rates and availability.
This is a working five-star resort, so the grounds, courses and spa can be closed off for weddings, golf events or private functions. Ring ahead to check what's open and to reserve — don't rely on turning up.
Before you set off
What to wear & bring
👔Smart-casual clothesThe restaurants and lounges have a smart-casual feel — leave the gym gear at home for dinner and afternoon tea.
⛳Golf shoes & waterproofsIf you're playing, bring proper shoes and a waterproof layer — the course runs right down to the lough and the weather turns quick.
🩱Swimwear for the spaFor a spa day, pack a swimsuit; robes and slippers are usually provided, but check when you book.
📅Your booking confirmationTee times, treatments and tables are all reserved ahead — have your confirmation handy on arrival.
What's on
Ways to spend the day
18HolesA round on the championship Faldo Course
SpaDayThai-inspired spa day & treatments
3pmTeaAfternoon tea with lough viewsTreat
Good to know
Everything before you go
What it is
A five-star golf and spa resort on a peninsula between Lower Lough Erne and Castle Hume Lough, a few miles from Enniskillen. Two golf courses, a Thai-inspired spa, several restaurants and a hotel — open to day visitors, not only overnight guests.
Golf
The championship Faldo Course, designed by Sir Nick Faldo, plus the Castle Hume parkland course. Non-residents can book tee times; check green fees and availability with the resort.
Spa
A Thai-inspired spa offering treatments and day packages. Book ahead, and ask what's included — robes, pool access and so on — when you reserve.
Food
Several restaurants and lounges on site, from fine dining to a more relaxed grill, plus a well-regarded afternoon tea. Reserve a table, especially for dinner and at weekends.
Cost
The grounds are free to wander, but this is a premium five-star resort — golf, spa, dining and stays are all paid and priced accordingly. Confirm rates on the day.
Parking
Free parking on site, close to the main entrance.
Booking
Book everything ahead — tee times, spa treatments, afternoon tea and dinner all need reserving, and the resort can be given over to weddings or private events.
How long
A full day for golf or a spa day; a couple of hours for afternoon tea and a lakeside walk.
Questions
Before you go
Can I visit if I'm not staying overnight?
Yes. Non-residents can book a round of golf, a spa day, afternoon tea or a table for dinner — you don't have to be a hotel guest to enjoy the place. Just book ahead.
How much does it cost?
Wandering the grounds is free, but this is a five-star resort, so golf, spa treatments, dining and stays are all paid and priced at the premium end. Check the resort's current rates before you set off.
Do I need to book?
Yes — book ahead for anything you want to do. Tee times, spa treatments, afternoon tea and dinner all need reserving, especially at weekends and in summer, and the resort can be closed off for weddings or events.
Is it good for children?
It leans grown-up — golf, spa and fine dining are the draw, so it suits couples and golfers more than a family day with young children. Check with the resort about family facilities before you plan a day around the kids.
Did it really host the G8?
It did — Lough Erne Resort hosted the 2013 G8 summit, when world leaders met here on the peninsula. It's a genuine claim to fame, and part of why the place is so well known.
What are the golf courses like?
There are two — the championship Faldo Course, designed by Sir Nick Faldo, which runs right down to the lough, and the Castle Hume parkland course. Both are open to visitors; book your tee time and check green fees with the resort.
Getting there
Belleek Road, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT93 7ED — on a peninsula a few miles north-west of Enniskillen, on the road towards Belleek.
Lough Erne Resort sits on a spit of Fermanagh land with water on nearly every side — Lower Lough Erne on one flank, Castle Hume Lough on the other. The setting is the whole point: turreted lodges strung along the shore, golf greens that run to the water's edge, and lough islands scattered to the horizon.
The five-star hotel opened in the late 2000s, built to pair with the championship Faldo Course — designed by Sir Nick Faldo — which had already put the site on the golfing map. The older Castle Hume parkland course gives the resort two very different rounds to play.
Its moment on the world stage came in June 2013, when Lough Erne Resort hosted the G8 summit. For two days the leaders of the world's largest economies met here on the Fermanagh peninsula, with the lough and the golf course as the backdrop — a documented piece of recent history that still draws visitors curious to see where it happened.
Today it works as more than a hotel. You can come for a round of golf, a Thai-inspired spa day, a table at one of the restaurants, or the afternoon tea — a five-star day out wrapped around one of the most striking lakeland settings in the country. Get out and enjoy it.