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Kilkea Castle

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

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Carriage Room

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

Deluxe Carriage Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 247 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
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

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

Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Fitzgerald Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Carriage Room

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

Superior Carriage Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare

What's nearby

  • Dr. Cullen Park - 13 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Carlow Town Park - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 31 min drive - 30.4 miles

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Andersons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New moon tandoori Indian restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mad Hatter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clancys Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kilkea Castle

Luxury castle by the river
Take advantage of a golf course, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Kilkea Castle. Treat yourself to hydrotherapy, a manicure/pedicure, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. Be sure to 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and wedding services
  • Concierge services, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Polish

Similar properties

Property entrance

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 99 reviews
$210 nightly
The price is $239
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total includes taxes and fees
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

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

Kilkea Castle Castle Kilkea
Kilkea Castle Castle
Kilkea Castle Kilkea
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Kilkea Castle Castle
Kilkea Castle Kilkea

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 Jul 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on Jul 7, 2025 start from $308.49, excluding 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?

Check-out 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 mi (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 mi (15 km).

Kilkea Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 353 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

Marc Jr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

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

Kim

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

Bobby

Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly especially the bar staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and breakfast in thew 1180
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAMONA

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

Rita

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

Morgan

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

CONRAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kilkea castle grounds are absolutely beautiful and so very serene. It was a perfect last night to relax and decompress for the journey home. The staff was wonderful and very friendly and helpful. The room was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Staff are engaging and helpful, breakfast is delicious with many options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadiqa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. The dinner at 1180 was superb. The rose garden was gorgeous. The service was top tier. Book it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and a historic sight. There is some work that could done to improve restaurant service and organization.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service from start to finish
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The absolute best part of our trip was the time
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was wonderful, it was clean, and breakfast was way beyond anything I expected. The staff was friendly. The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms a little small
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

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

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was part of the old carriage house (horse stables) attatched to the castle. The castle and the grounds are beautiful. I wish there was more to explore/see in the actual castle. The reception, bar, sitting areas, and breakfast are in the castle proper.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025