Kilkea Castle

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star castle with 2 restaurants

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

Explore the area

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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare
  • Place, Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlow Town Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kildare Shopping Village
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Carriage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Fitzgerald Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Castle Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Carriage Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kilkea

Close to airport.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and 9 miles (15 km) of Oak Park Forest Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Carlow Golf Club and Athy Par 3 Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • St Patrick's College - 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

  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪O’Brien - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mad Hatter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Keep Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kilkea Castle

Luxurious 5-star castle with 2 restaurants
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/café and a 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Kilkea Castle offers 41 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite 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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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

  • 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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 for adults and 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 rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kilkea Castle have an airport shuttle?

Kilkea Castle offers an airport shuttle.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilkea Castle?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on Nov 5, 2025 start from $194.9, 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 Kilkea Castle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kilkea Castle, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15.00 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children.

Is there a casino at Kilkea Castle?

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

What time is check-in at Kilkea Castle?

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

Is there free parking at Kilkea Castle?

This castle offers free self parking.

Does Kilkea Castle have a pool?

Kilkea Castle does not have a pool.

Does Kilkea Castle have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Kilkea Castle have a spa?

This castle has a spa, which features massages, mani/pedis, and body wraps.

How close is Kilkea Castle to downtown Kilkea?

Kilkea Castle is 0.5 mi away from Kilkea.