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Kilkea Castle

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

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Restaurant
Fitzgerald Suite
Luxury Castle Bedroom | Garden
Deluxe Castle Bedroom
Golf view
Kilkea Castle, a majestic retreat in Ireland's heartland, offers golf, spa treatments, and dining at two restaurants. Enjoy WiFi in all rooms and peaceful moments in the surrounding gardens.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €178
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Indoor spa tub

Spa

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Types of treatments available include body scrubs and body wraps.

Body treatments, hydrotherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Body treatments, hydrotherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 17 - Sep 18
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Tomorrow

Sep 18 - Sep 19
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Carriage Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Castle Bedroom

Luxury Castle Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Classic Carriage Room)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Kilkea, Kilkea Castle is in the historical district and on a river. Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and Delta Sensory Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carlow Town Park and Ballintubbert Gardens. Stradbally Steam Museum and Stradbally Woodland Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Kilkea Castle, Kilkea Demesne, Castledermot, Kilkea, Kildare

What's nearby

  • Dr. Cullen Park - 13 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • St Patrick's College - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Carlow Town Park - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 31 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O’Brien - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keep Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Green Barn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Kilkea Castle

Luxury castle by the river
Take advantage of a golf course, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Kilkea Castle. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment or a body scrub at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and massage treatment rooms
  • Barbecues, wedding services and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kilkea Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilkea Castle?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkea Castle on 12 Oct 2025 start from €177.65, 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.

How much is parking at Kilkea Castle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kilkea Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kilkea Castle?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Kilkea Castle provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Kilkea Castle located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury castle is within 9 miles (15 km) of Athy Heritage Centre-Museum, Oak Park Forest Park and Carlow Golf Club. Athy Par 3 Golf Course and Delta Sensory Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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