Santa at Bunratty Castle

Stay at Oranmore Lodge Hotel

Make magical Christmas memories this festive season with a visit to Santa at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Just approximately 55 minutes from Oranmore Lodge Hotel, Bunratty is the perfect destination for a magical family day out this Christmas.

From 27th November to 23rd December 2026, Santa will be waiting in his enchanting grotto on the traditional Village Street at Bunratty Folk Park, ready to meet little ones, hear their Christmas wishes and give them a special gift to remember their visit.

Christmas at Bunratty Castle 2026

There is plenty more festive fun to enjoy throughout Bunratty Folk Park, including the magical Trail of Lights, Polar Express Train, Mrs Claus in the Golden Vale Farmhouse, amusement rides, puppet shows, traditional Christmas tales and Christmas characters.

With so much to see and do, it is a wonderful way to spend a festive family day together.

2026 Santa Dates

27th November – 23rd December 2026

Pre-booking is essential and Santa tickets must be booked directly with Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Tickets are not included with your hotel stay.

Book Your Santa Experience

Plan your Christmas family getaway and book your Santa experience at Bunratty Castle before enjoying an overnight stay at Oranmore Lodge Hotel.

BOOK YOUR SANTA TICKETS HERE

Make a Festive Family Break of It

After a magical day at Bunratty, why not make a night of it at Oranmore Lodge Hotel?

Relax and unwind in our comfortable family-friendly accommodation, enjoy some delicious food and drinks at the hotel, and make the most of our leisure facilities. It is the perfect way to turn a visit to Santa into a special festive family break.

A kid peeking out from under a blanket with a red Santa hat on and feet with festive socks on either side of them. Oranmore Lodge Hotel is near Elf Town Galway making it the best hotel for your festive break and your magical visit to Elf Town

Book Your Stay

Plan your Christmas family getaway and book your Santa experience at Bunratty Castle before enjoying an overnight stay at Oranmore Lodge Hotel. (Tickets not included)

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Why Stay With Us

Family Room at Oranmore Lodge Hotel. A picture of a room with two beds and a giant teddy bear. Oranmore Lodge Hotel is an ideal place for a family hotel break with lots of spacious family rooms in the hotel.

Family Rooms

Here at Oranmore Lodge Hotel, we offer a range of spacious family rooms including a number of interconnecting rooms for that added comfort. We have something for everyone!

Galway swimming pool at Oranmore Lodge Hotel. This family hotel with swimming pool offers some of the most spacious family suites in Ireland, ideal for a family hotel break. Each family gets access to the swimming pool in Galway.

Leisure Club

As our guests you and your family can enjoy complimentary access to our leisure club which includes a swimming pool and separate kiddies pool. Hours of fun guaranteed!

Family Friendly Restaurants Galway. Oranmore Lodge Hotel is one of the best family hotels in Ireland with a swimming pool. Our hotel with family rooms can cater for families of all sizes and offer complimentary access to our Galway swimming pool, sure to keep kids occupied even on those rainier days.

Family Dining

Here at Oranmore Lodge Hotel, we offer a tempting and wide selection of food and beverage options suitable for all the family.