Silken Thomas

3.0 star property
3-star Edwardian inn perfect for exploring Kildare

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Front of property
Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes
Golf
Children's activities
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Square, Kildare, Kildare, R51 HK54
  • Kildare Shopping Village
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • K Club Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Irish National Stud
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Kildare

City center stay.Steps from the inn, you'll find Solas Bhride and St. Brigid's Cathedral. Ace Casino and Kildare Shopping Village are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Brigid's Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • K Club Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Irish National Stud - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Curragh Racecourse - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kildare Station - 8 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Insomnia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sprout & Co - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Zambrero - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪L'Officina by Dunne & Crescenzi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Silken Thomas

3-star Edwardian inn perfect for exploring Kildare
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Silken Thomas. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Edwardian Kildare inn is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Silken Thomas offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

This Kildare inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 13.95 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 13.95 for adults and EUR 8.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 10 per person (one way)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Silken Thomas Inn Kildare
Lord Edward Inn
Lord Edward Inn Kildare
Lord Edward Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn
Silken Thomas Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn
Silken Thomas Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn Kildare

Frequently asked questions

How close is Silken Thomas to the airport?

Silken Thomas is 41.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Silken Thomas?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silken Thomas on Oct 5, 2025 start from $129.35, 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.

Does Silken Thomas have an airport shuttle?

Silken Thomas offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of EUR 10 per person, one way.

Does Silken Thomas offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Silken Thomas, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 13.95 for adults and EUR 8.5 for children. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Silken Thomas?

No, there is no casino at this inn, but Ace Casino (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Silken Thomas?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Silken Thomas?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Silken Thomas have a pool?

Silken Thomas does not have a pool.

Does Silken Thomas have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Irish cuisine and light fare.

Does Silken Thomas have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Silken Thomas to downtown Kildare?

Silken Thomas is 0.2 mi away from Kildare.

Silken Thomas Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 559 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

The Silken Thomas

The hotel is excellent and i have used it many times in the past and will continue to do so in the future. The only thing that caused me a bit of confusion was on my credit card statement it was listed as cloudbed and no mention of the hotel name which caused a slight issue trying to find out what the payment was for..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

A wonderful stay

A wonderful stay. My only complaint would be the annoying green glowing ring greenlight in the ceiling of my room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely clean and comfortable room and a tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host gave me great room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Golda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay at Silken Thomas and we absolutely LOVE the hotel. The owner is always very welcoming and goes out of her way to accomodate us and let us know of events going on. We would HIGHLY recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable room located in centre of the town so very convenient. Also provided free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

leah

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

Highly recommended!

Wonderful stay and excellent accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024