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Kilkea Castle Hotel and Golf Course sits on 180 acres. It is less than one hour from Dublin. We have a variety of accommodations. Our newly renovated castle and carriage houses redefine luxury. Our renovated 3 bedroom self catering lodges are perfect for groups or families. We have a restaurant open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kilkea is the perfect spot for a golf outing, fairytale wedding, family reunion or corporate retreat. It is one of the oldest inhabited castles in Ireland dating back to 1180.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Golf course
Horseback riding
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
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Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Tennis court
Archery offsite
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
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We spent three wonderful days at your property and couldn’t praise you high enough. We stayed in the Castle on night 1 and the lodges on night 2. The atmosphere, genuine friendliness of the team, the food and total ambience was first class. The wedding was amazing and the following two days were also a huge part of making the experience memorable. Many many thanks
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Had an amazing stay with a wedding group at the castle. The hotel did an amazing job managing the whole event. Skye was a great server and Mick the bartender makes a GREAT dirty martini! :) We happened to run into him at the pub down the road later on and he gave us a true Irish experience!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 5 days ago
Dear JimD2001 Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have the pleasure to welcoming you to the Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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Our stay at the castle was as perfect as they could make it. The grounds and castle are beautifully maintained. The staff was eager to help and provided great service and recommendations. Breakfast was great. The restaurant was amazing and the bar and hearth area were lively and fun. Great experience and worth every penny. Well done!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: I’d make sure to eat breakfast at the hotel every morning. There are not many places around open...
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear MichaelD4066 Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have the pleasure to welcoming you to the Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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You will not find a more amazing experience than Kilkea Castle. We came as tourists and left as family. The service is as good as it gets. If you are looking for a relaxing few days in Ireland, say no more. Make sure to do the Falconer, is is worth every penny. Can't wait to go back.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear Mobile19291720808, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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Our stay was perfect from the very start! Christian helped us with our bags and parked our car for us, the front desk reception staff was lovely, and Andrew in the castle bar was fantastic. We scheduled a couples massage and they let you in to the spa 1 hour before your treatments to enjoy the sauna, steam room, hot tub, and ice bath. Our couples massage was perfect, and they made everything so relaxing and comfortable. The rooms in the carraige house were spacious, SO comfortable, and had everything including a fan. Breakfast the next morning was delicious and we got to choose from a pre fixed menu with plenty of options. The 12:00p check out was perfect after the spa. They really thought of everything!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: There is tons of parking, several food options, and several bar options. There are no fridges in...
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear lesliehF6672NZ, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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This is a magical place, beautiful grounds and amazing interior that is both stunning, historical and comfortable. The staff really set it apart, everyone was wonderful, welcoming, helpful, and really enhanced our stay. The meals were all excellent, and the atmosphere was just what we were looking for and entertained 3 generations of our family (including 4 and 1 year olds, who felt like princesses). Only regret is that we didn't stay longer! We hope to be back again someday soon.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 5 weeks ago
Dear ardyson, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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Excellent venue. Had the pleasure of staying over while attending a wedding in the venue. Staff were excellent and courteous throughout our stay. Beautiful location with golf course and additional lodge accommodation.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 5 weeks ago
Dear Patkenny1957, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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A beautiful Castle in amazing surroundings. So peaceful and the food was perfect. The staff were so friendly. I would so recomend to anyone if they visit Ireland to stay here. The Castle itself was exceptional, the views spectacular and we had a lovely walk before breakfast along the river.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 5 weeks ago
Dear E949NYsarahb, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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I booked the lodges for a couples night away. The rooms are very basic and do not feel like a hotel or 4 star stay. We moved into three different rooms. The first room was flooded with white light, was the third room on the bottom floor of the lodge and I couldn’t feel relaxed in there. The second room was filthy, stains on the toilet, dirt in the corners of rooms, stains on the walls, hairs on the floor, dust on the phone and mirror (we were given a free lunch for this which was very nice of the receptionist, who was lovely to deal with) the final room had a cosier feel but the shower didn’t work which we only realised late in the evening and there was some hairs on the floor as we noticed with all the rooms. The cleaning standard is poor at the lodges. The dinner in the clubhouse and the lunch were nice. The breakfast in the club house was poor. Cold food, dry stale pancakes. The small plates out for guests to use were all dirty. The spa cost an extra 50 euro total for two of us to use which we knew before going but reflecting back is quite expensive when you are already staying in the hotel. In conclusion I would not book the lodges for a couples weekend away. The castle itself is a completely differently experience the lodges are very very basic.…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 29 Oct 2023
Dear Fiona1998, Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. We are very sorry to hear regarding your recent experience, Our Deputy General Manager has reached out to you directly to discuss the issues with your stay. I do hope that we have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon Kind Regards, Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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We had a super 24 hour break in Kilkea Castle. We went for an in-house historical play which was excellent. We enjoyed dinner the steak was top quality. Loved the carriage room. Breakfast in the castle is special because of the setting. Then we treated ourselves to time in the spa that thermal suite is hard to leave. My therapist had me float out the door to meet my husband again. He drove the short journey back to Dublin. Thank you to all the great people who work in Kilkea.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 25 Oct 2023
Dear Fionnualan121 Many thanks for taking the time to share this review on TripAdvisor. I do hope that we have pleasure to welcoming you back to Kilkea Castle again soon. Best wishes Aidan O'Sullivan General Manager
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PRICE RANGE
US$161 - US$211 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty KildareKilkea
NUMBER OF ROOMS
120
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kilkea Castle
Which popular attractions are close to Kilkea Castle?
Nearby attractions include Burtown House and Gardens (6.0 km), Moone High Cross (5.6 km), and Moone High Cross Inn (6.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Kilkea Castle?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Kilkea Castle?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Kilkea Castle?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kilkea Castle?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mad Hatter Cafe, Chez Louis, and Bailey's Bar & Bistro.
Is Kilkea Castle located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of Kilkea.
Does Kilkea Castle offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to Kilkea Castle?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Irish Pewtermill (7.0 km).
Is Kilkea Castle accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.