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Kilkea Castle

5.0 star property
Luxury castle with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Fitzgerald Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
2 bars/lounges
Interior detail
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is €234
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun

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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare
  • Popular LocationCarlow Town Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationBallintubbert Gardens18 min drive
  • Popular LocationKildare Shopping Village27 min drive
  • AirportDublin (DUB)67 min drive

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ExperimentalCarousel

8/10 Good

We had a nice 2 night Valentines break. Quick check in. Room was medium sized clean & comfortable. Breakfast was served ...
NIGEL
Feb 13, 2024
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Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Carriage Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 22.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Castle Bedroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fitzgerald Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Fitzgerald Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Castle Bedroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Carriage Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Carriage Room

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Kilkea

Located in Kilkea, Kilkea Castle is in the historical district and on a river. Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and Delta Sensory Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carlow Town Park and Ballintubbert Gardens. Stradbally Steam Museum and Stradbally Narrow Gauge Steam Train are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Carlow Town Park - 13 min drive
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 14 min drive
  • Ballintubbert Gardens - 18 min drive
  • Rathgall Stone Fort - 25 min drive
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Hatter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ngais Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Green Barn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Clancys Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kilkea Castle

Luxury castle by the river
Take advantage of 18 holes of golf, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Kilkea Castle. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a facial or a body wrap at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as dressing gowns, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep-soaking baths plus designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return 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 holes of golf
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1180
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kilkea Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilkea Castle?

As of 15 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on 25 Jun 2024 start from €233.80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kilkea Castle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kilkea Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kilkea Castle?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Kilkea Castle provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Kilkea Castle located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury castle is within 9 miles (15 km) of Athy Heritage Centre-Museum, Oak Park Forest Park and Carlow Golf Club. Athy Par 3 Golf Course and Delta Sensory Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Kilkea Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a magical experience with great service. Fantastic golf course and spa, truly a relaxing gem of a stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tennis courts were quiet and the surface was good, but buy new balls. The spa was great thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great experience. The grounds and rooms are well kept. The staff and management pay attention to the little details for an enjoyable visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at the Castle. The castle is beautiful and the 180 acres are immaculately kept. Breakfast is served in the gorgeous drawing room. Our room was very nice with a separate seating lounge area. The bar area was pretty and lots of fun. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet and the best bed! Best night of sleep and amazing shower. The bar makes amazing cocktails, and breakfast was the best full irish breakfast was perfect! The black pudding was so earthy, perfectly cooked. Enjoyed the gardens and history.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christian was our first contact at Kilkea and his polite, charming help summed up our entire visit. A lovely booked to our trip to Ireland and a venue we'd be happy to recommend to our friends in the US.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning castle and room. Breakfast was delicious and the property was breathtaking. Our absolute favorite stay while on vacation throughout the British Islands for 10 days.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024