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The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

4.5 star property
Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with golf course

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Interior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Indoor spa tub
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kilkea, Kilkea
  • Carlow Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Dr. Cullen Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Three Bedroom Self Catering Lodge | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Three Bedroom Self Catering Lodge

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Lodge Bedroom

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Lodge Bedroom

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kilkea

Close to airport.Within 9 miles (15 km) of this hotel, you'll find Oak Park Forest Park and Carlow Golf Club. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Delta Sensory Gardens and Dr. Cullen Park.

What's nearby

  • Carlow Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Dr. Cullen Park - 13 min drive - 11.0 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
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 67 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

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with golf course
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Lodges at Kilkea Castle. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Kilkea hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 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.

Languages

English, Polish

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Kilkea Castle

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 331 reviews
The price is $211
includes taxes & fees
$185 per night
May 11 - May 12
Kilkea Castle

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • 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
  • Gym
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 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
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)

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
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.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel 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 rating system.

Property is also known as

Lodges Kilkea Castle
Lodges Castle
Kilkea Castle
The Lodges At Kilkea Kilkea
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Hotel
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Kilkea
The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Hotel Kilkea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lodges at Kilkea Castle to the airport?

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is 53.1 mi (67-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle on May 19, 2025 start from $190.93, 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 The Lodges at Kilkea Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle.

Does The Lodges at Kilkea Castle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children. It's available every day from 9 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gold Rush Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lodges at Kilkea Castle have a pool?

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle does not have a pool.

Does The Lodges at Kilkea Castle have a restaurant?

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is home to Hermione's, which features local cuisine and golf course views.

Does The Lodges at Kilkea Castle have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, deep-tissue massages, and hydrotherapy.

How close is The Lodges at Kilkea Castle to downtown Kilkea?

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is 0.4 mi away from Kilkea.

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a golfer’s paradise. My golfer uncle from US would love this place. I am not a golfer but stayed at the lodges to attend a wedding in nearby Athy. The receptionists were lovely and extremely helpful. I should have taken their names. A special shoutout to the manager (again I didn’t take her name) of Hermione's Restaurant Friday evening 1st May and Saturday’s morning 2nd May for breakfast. She was very friendly, polite and professional. I would definitely recommend this place for a peaceful accommodation and delicious food. If you are a golfer, this will be a dream vacation. Thank you kindly, Kilkea Castle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

EKREM, ISTANBUL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Must try experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

leonard

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

Nice little night away

Lovely place to stay, the lodges are separate to the castle. Short walk to the main castle And beside the restaurants. Room was spacious and the bed was big. The TV system /channels and remote not very good though. We did the small spa, which was lovely. 25 per person for an hour. Breakfast was in the castle for us as we stayed in Feb, otherwise I think the lodges are in hermiones restaurant. The breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Max

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

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

Gorgeous castle, delicious food and great accomm

We stayed in the lodges accommodation which are modern and comfortable. Food in the Hermione restaurant was delicious with plenty of options. The staff are so friendly I cannot afford this gorgeous hidden gem
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

8/10 Good

Ofer, Irvine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a room off the castle area, next to the gold course. Room size is nice but not great. Bathroom was strange and fan was very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing! Is an old castle converted into a hotel. Staff was superb! They were very friendly, always with smile in their faces, making sure you felt welcomed. It is a very romantic place, perfect for a get away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation-suggest improving breakfast which we experienced including overcooked and cool and not in keeping with accommodation standards- disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Dream vacation

Exactly what you would expect staying in a picturesque castle and the beautiful grounds surrounding it. It’s like taking a step back in time and enjoying the tranquility and history of it all. Staff was very kind, helpful, attentive and the food was delicious. Would absolutely recommend to everyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is beautiful and quiet. A little too quiet - if you don't play golf there is not much to do. The Lodges are older and looking a little worn. Staying here is still a good experience,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Audrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cadre très agréable, réception à améliorer

L’hôtel est charmant, le parcours de golf est très bien entretenu, le pdj est excellent et l’expérience au spa est incroyable ! Nous étions 4 dans un lodge supérieur vue sur le golf, les points négatifs : pas de climatisation et la partie salon n’a pas de rideaux occultants sur toutes les ouvertures donc gênant pour les enfants qui ont l’habitude de dormir dans le noir. C’était compliqué d’avoir des informations claires et fiables concernant les autres activités proposées (escape game, fauconnerie) du coup nous n’avons pas pu les faire malgré plusieurs échanges avec les réceptionnistes c’est dommage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya

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

10/10 Excellent

Ingela

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

Lovely hotel

Very beautiful area, castle and lodge. We hade a really nice stay in our room at the Lodge. Nice big room with a nice view. Very Friendly staff and nice big breakfast. Nice castle bar with fantastic view of the beautiful garden. Love to stay here again. Good free Parking just outside the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was actually beautiful about this property. It was a great two days. Everything was so well maintained staff as friendly beautiful all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Zachery

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The air in the room didn't work so it got very stuffy with only one window and one exterior door to go out for air but nothing to stop bugs from coming in.....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Amanuel

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana A

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was absolutely amazing! Would definitely recommend this as a must see and stay to everyone! Five stars on all accounts! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding! The service and staff was amazing. From our first experience with Micheal( first day on the job) too Emily ( whom I believe was in training) she made our experience at the club house for dinner a fantastic time. Thank you both.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herman

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Very nice staff. Really cool place. Only complaint I would have is turn that terrible musack off. Do something else. Playing terrible elevator music ruins the environment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024