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Kilkea Castle

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

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Golf
Golf

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare
  • Place, Carlow Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Park Forest Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairgreen Shopping Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Carriage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Fitzgerald Suite

Fitzgerald Suite

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Castle Bedroom

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Luxury Castle Bedroom

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Carriage Room

Superior Carriage Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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 curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kilkea

A luxury stay in Kilkea awaits you at Kilkea Castle. You'll be 9.6 km (6 mi) from Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and 12.1 km (7.5 mi) from Oak Park Forest Park. 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

  • Carlow Golf Club - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Oak Park Forest Park - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Carlow Town Park - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 15 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mad Hatter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O’Brien - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J-One Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Andersons - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kilkea Castle

Luxury castle with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
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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The Lodges at Kilkea Castle
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 124 reviews
The price is NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
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.

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.

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 ratings system.

Property is also known as

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

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 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$385.68, 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. 325 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 397 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, very comfortable room and excellent service in the restaurant in the evening, even though we didn't have a reservation. Was disappointed breakfast wasn't available before 8 and we had to leave before that for a flight, though they did have coffee and pastries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful and excellent service!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kilkea Castle was amazing. Beautiful grounds, lovely ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kilkea castle and grounds are spectacular. The staff are friendly and extremely helpful. The room is comfortable and the bathroom is spacious. The food at the restaurant is delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, Phoenixville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sink was clogged, hair dryer was broken and we added $100 to use around the property and had to circle back to the front desk because they put it on the wrong room number.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning castle and grounds with excellent onsite restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANA

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

A Beautiful Castle

Amazing one night stay for our 25th wedding anniversary trip to Ireland! Beautiful and historic location! I was excited to discover that breakfast was also included. Excellent food! Clean and spacious rooms. Will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rutchie

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

marisol

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful castle. We loved staying here. The grounds around the castle were beautiful. The dining options were good. Staff was nice. We absolutely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

Awesome experience

Castle rooms are nice (no A/C as is not unusual for Ireland). Staff is excellent and service is top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly loved staying here, definitely regret not staying more than one night! Loved the castle, the carriage rooms, and the grounds were spectacular. Golfing was fun and all the staff were very nice. Food was great too! Would recommend travellers to stay here for a few days and enjoy the beauty!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the castle could not have been nicer from the moment we arrived and met Seamus, who welcomed us and helped us bring our bags in, we knew we were in for a great stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful and couldn't have been nicer. The castle itself is in remarkable condition and they seem to have paid great attention to all of the little details. I cannot say enough great things about the grounds and the wonderful work the gardeners and groundskeepers do at Kilkia Castle. While walking the grounds, the words immaculate and breathtaking were said more than once by members of our family,. Our room was as nice as the rest of the castle. We stayed in the Lady Emmaline (I hope I got that name right) room and we found it to be very comfortable and cozy and were surprised by how large the room was. We hope to return in the future. Next time I may bring my golf clubs and play on the immaculate course that surrounds the grounds. Overall I would say it is an unforgettable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a lovely place to stay with great staff and friendly atmosphere. This is a “proper” castle - built 900 years ago. We ate at one of the restaurants and had a lovely meal. Gardens have several walks including a long walk through local woods which we enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled 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

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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