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Kilkea Castle

Property class: 5 and above

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A large stone castle with multiple towers and a central courtyard.
A castle with a large courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a modern building with a parking lot.
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a chessboard.
A castle with a tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A castle surrounded by lush greenery and a golf course.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare
  • Place, Kilkea Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Wicklow Mountains National Park
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Castle Courtyard Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Castle Courtyard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Fitzgerald Suite

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Fitzgerald Suite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Castle Bedroom

A bedroom with a large bed, a television on the wall, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Castle Bedroom

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a chandelier.

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Castle Courtyard Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a round mirror, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair with a handbag.

Superior Castle Courtyard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Classic Castle Courtyard Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a magazine, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Double Room (Classic Castle Courtyard Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kilkea

A luxury stay in Kilkea awaits you at Kilkea Castle. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Kilkea Castle and 9.6 km (6 mi) from Athy Heritage Centre-Museum. Highlights at this castle include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with hydrotherapy and mani/pedis. Plus you'll find a golf course, free Wi-Fi in public areas and a free manager's reception. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Kilkea castle include Carlow Golf Club and Dr. Cullen Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kilkea Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 32 min drive - 52.4 km
  • K Club - 46 min drive - 74.5 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 48 min drive - 70.1 km
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park - 49 min drive - 62.2 km

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Insomnia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J-One Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hermione’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kilkea Castle

As a guest of Kilkea Castle, you'll find a full-service spa and a golf course. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Kilkea Castle. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Kilkea castle is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1180
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Kilkea Castle offers 41 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site 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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
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4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 156 reviews
The price is NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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.
  • Lift
  • 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

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the castle before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kilkea Castle?

Kilkea Castle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilkea Castle?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on 30 Nov 2026 start from NZ$376, 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.

Is parking available at Kilkea Castle?

Yep, Kilkea Castle has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Kilkea Castle?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Kilkea Castle. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

What luxury perks are available at Kilkea Castle?

Kilkea Castle features a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars.

Does Kilkea Castle serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests adore the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Served daily, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kilkea Castle?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kilkea Castle?

Yep, Kilkea Castle has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kilkea Castle?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kilkea Castle?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Kilkea Castle?

Yep, Kilkea Castle has an 18-hole golf course.

Kilkea Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 456 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place to stay for our last night of our six week holiday the golf game was enjoyed and the evening meal in restaurant was good . The rooms were beautiful and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay, lovely property. Carriage house rooms spacious and comfortable. Enjoyable staff. Grounds were beautiful. Enjoyed the thermal spa and delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was beautiful and the dining was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was wonderful, windows and views were so beautiful , restaurant and breakfast lovely, grounds stunning. Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Beautiful grounds for walks and pictures.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Unique setting with amazing grounds and lovely renovated castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing experience and stay! The property was absolutely stunning and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Amazing all the way around
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and the staff was wonderful. Breakfast was great plenty to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s more picture perfect than the photos! We had a photographer meet us and the castle staff was incredible, allowing us to shoot the most amazing pictures. Great experience and amazing people!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This was the most beautiful property!! I 100% recommend staying here to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay with many amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning property and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a very fun and unique experience! Everything was fun, clean and delicious! Highly recommend for staying in a castle!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed everything about our stay. The staff at the castle and at Hermione’s restaurant were friendly and helpful, the food was brilliant, the room wasspacious and the bed was comfy, the spa was very relaxing… no complaints and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous castle great breakfast lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, staff, food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Truly a magical place. The staff were beyond friendly and helpful. The grounds were exquisitely manicured. The castle was awesome inspiring. Could not recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great setting and amenities: great golf course and spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing stay, even if it was only for 1 night! From the ambiance of the castle, the quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff, we enjoyed every minute. The only minor disappointment would be the size of the bed in the carriage house room, which was small for a couple (it seemed like a double or twin, definitely not a queen size). Other that that we had a very enjoyable visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay, but we only had a night. Delicious breakfast and we enjoyed walking around the historical cemetery and the little brook and gardens, even though it was a rainy March day! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing, beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful property. We had a carriage room and it was clean, luxurious, and comfortable. Drinks in the bar inside the castle were delicious. As was dinner in Hermione's and breakfast the next morning in the Castle. I would like to have stayed longer to see more of the area.
View from the garden.
View of our room (on the first floor.)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing spot to visit and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024