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Kilkea Castle

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Restaurant
Fitzgerald Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Castle Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Golf view
Luxury Castle Bedroom | Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$221
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6

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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare
  • Place, Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlow Town Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kildare Shopping Village
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Carriage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fitzgerald Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Fitzgerald Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Castle Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Castle Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Carriage Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Carriage Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Kilkea Castle

5-star Kilkea castle with golf course
This smoke-free castle features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Kilkea Castle offers 41 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Kilkea Castle features a full-service spa and a golf course. Dining is available at one of the castle's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the castle's 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

2 meeting rooms are available. This luxury castle also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Kilkea Castle is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Kilkea Castle has 2 restaurants on site.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Archery
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1180
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Kilkea Castle Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 387 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Richardson

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the carriage house and a friend stayed in castle. Both were great. Breakfast was fantastic and we had a great meal at the golf restaurant. I love running, and there are some great country roads nearby to walk or run.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arwah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an unforgettable stay at Kilkea Castle! From the moment we arrived, we were enchanted by the stunning grounds and historic charm of the property. We stayed in Carriage Room 230, which was beautiful and had great viewst thanks to windows on all sides. Dinner at Hermione's was a real highlight — not only was the food excellent, but the view of the illuminated castle in the evening was absolutely magical. After dinner, we headed to The Keep bar for drinks, where Andrew, the bartender, made the experience extra special. He was friendly, personable, and made us feel right at home. Later, we took a peaceful walk through the rose garden and along the river to the pond — a perfect end to the evening. Breakfast the next morning was inside the castle and just as delightful. What really stood out was the staff. My husband had accidentally left his wallet at the bar, and everyone — from the front desk to our servers — made sure we got it back. Their kindness and attentiveness made us feel so well cared for. Highly recommend staying here for the beautiful setting, great food, and outstanding service. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a castle but felt very comfortable. Staff was very attentive and food was delicious! Wish I would have had time to play golf!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige, Huntsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, excellent room, food and staff! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dewi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fab with one reservation.

An event of a place. Done really nicely. Great food and service - Molly was a star. My only complaint is a stuffy bedroom as no opening windows or no aircon. Was 27C there. Still enjoyed the stay 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAMONA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our arrival and stay at Kilkea Castle was perfect and every detail was exactly as I had hoped. Clean rooms, exceptional service, and an amazing setting. Superb. Trying to depart was not so great. The staff went above and beyond to assist us, and I only say this as a warning to others. Book your transportation through the hotel as our prebooked car never arrived, and the ride shares would not pick up in the early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful castle, exceptionally friendly and welcoming staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely renovated castle in the Irish Countryside is absolutely amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed at a castle before but after this I definitely plan to do it again! So cool and gorgeous driving up the lush green drive to Kilkea Castle, I felt like a princess immediately upon arrival. Check in staff were excellent, helpful and lovely. Slight issue with my first room that Keala resolved for me right away. Walking around the common grounds and gardens was so dreamy with the castle in the background and the plethora of seating areas downstairs/near the bar were inviting and relaxing. Not to mention how delicious and very princess-like the complimentary breakfast was in restaurant 1180 before my departure. Stay here, you won't regret it. The only thing I will say is if you want night life you will likely have to go to the closest town but if you're okay with a quieter evening in a freaking castle then there's nothing to worry about.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Irish holiday dream!! The staff was so nice, the location and castle was magical, and the vibe was so serene. Would recommend this to anyone who wants a magical traditional Irish experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely surroundings … very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are absolutely gorgeous, the staff was wonderful and the room was clean, comfortable, spacious and luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay hotel in a castle!!

This hotel is amazing! The property was beautiful! The food delicious! The breakfast is not to be missed! I wish I had time to play their beautiful golf course!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower leaked on the bathroom floor but resolved by a lovely manager
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay but wish we could have stayed longer. Maybe next trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was absolutely amazing!!! Had THEE best stay. What a fabulous location with spectacular views of a castle, excellent customer service, welcoming accommodations and great food. We had the pleasure of having Glenn as our bartender one night. This guy was a fireball of energy, humor and a wizard with making drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt like aristocracy spending the night in a 12th century castle
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Lodges for a birthday celebration. Staff,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025