Looking for the perfect way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or milestone? Staying in a grand castle hotel that blends modern luxury with rich history could be the ultimate way to mark the occasion. This is why the global car rental and comparison site DiscoverCars.com have researched and put together this list of ten fairytale castle destinations across Europe. The cost for a two-night stay from 25th-27th September and car hire prices for the same time frame are included.
10 fairytale castles you can stay overnight in
Dromoland Castle, Ireland
Dromoland Castle in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare is a Gothic-Revival style building that operates as a luxury five-star hotel. This castle sits on 500-acres of beautiful woodland that guests can explore. Guests can relax and unwind in the castle’s luxury spa and wellness centre that offers tailored treatments.
A two-night stay in Dromoland Castle on 25th-27th September 2026 costs £1,562, with car hire prices coming to £58 for the weekend. On-site parking is available.
Hotel Jagdschloss Letzlingen, Germany
Hotel Jagdschloss Letzlingen is a neo-Gothic castle hotel in Letzlingen, which is around a one-hour and 30 minute drive from Berlin. This castle hotel is located near Colbitz-Letzlinger Heide forest, where guests can conveniently access scenic cycling and hiking trails. Drömling Nature Park is also close by, making it an ideal place to stay for outdoor enthusiasts.
A two-night stay for the weekend costs £153, and car hire comes to £56, making it one of the more affordable options in the research. There’s free on-site parking available.
Peckforton Castle, England.
Peckforton Castle in Cheshire is the only intact medieval-style fortress in England. Guests can stay in this castle hotel, which features a variety of luxury rooms including suites located in the castle’s towers. Located on 36-acres of private woodland, this castle is a great way to spend a weekend away. Guests can stay in this luxury castle hotel for £465 for two nights, and car hire comes to £31. Free on-site parking is available.
Castello Dal Pozzo, Italy
Overlooking Lake Maggiore is Castello Dal Pozzo, a Neo-Gothic castle and luxury five-star resort in Arona. This resort is just a 25-minute drive from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). With Lake Maggiore’s Borromean Islands and Lake Orta nearby, guests can easily explore the surrounding nature and beautiful scenery. A two-night stay here costs £306 with car hire prices coming to £19 from Milan. On-site parking is available.
Chateau St. Havel, Czech Republic
Chateau St. Havel, just 20 minutes away from Prague’s city centre is a charming castle hotel. The castle grounds offer a peaceful escape and features seven idyllic ponds within the park. With traditional dining options and a luxurious wellness spa, this hotel is the perfect option for a peaceful weekend retreat. A two-night weekend stay costs £280, with car hire prices coming to £10. On-site parking is available.
The rest of the fairytale castle hotels included in the research:
Chateau Herálec, Czech Republic.
Schloss Gamehl, Germany.
Alatskivi Castle, Estonia.
Fitzpatrick Castle, Ireland.
Schloss Schlemmin, Germany
Aleksandrs Buraks, Head of Growth at global car rental comparison site DiscoverCars.com, comments:
“A special trip away is sometimes the best way to mark an occasion, birthday or milestone. This is why we selected some of the most enchanting castle hotels that offer modern luxury and historic charm, for the perfect storybook holiday this autumn. This is why we decided to choose destinations that have a fairytale-like castle hotel to add a unique twist to a standard weekend getaway.
“Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast looking for a peaceful escape into nature, or someone that enjoys a relaxing visit to the spa – these historic castles turned luxury hotels have everything you need for a special weekend trip. Since these magical castles are often a considerable drive away from main cities and airports, it’s worth booking your car hire in advance to save on costs”
