Kilkea Castle | Resort in Kilkea

| 9.2 (686 Reviews) |  5 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Kilkea Resort | Kilkea Castle

Resort in Kilkea

With a history dating back to 1180, Kilkea Castle provides accommodations set on 180 acres of woodland, gardens and a golf course. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge. A concierge service, free parking and luggage storage are available for guests. The estate features 140 bedrooms with several accommodations options. Each of the 11 Castle Bedrooms are uniquely designed and the Carriage Rooms are located within the courtyard of Kilkea Castle where guests can choose from interconnecting and wheelchair accessible rooms. All rooms feature HDTV, luxury bathroom amenities and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy a whiskey in the castle bar, The Keep, before dining at Restaurant 1180 with a view overlooking the castle gardens. This fine-dining restaurant provides seasonal local produce and offers traditional Irish cuisine with a hint of International. Alternative dining options are located in the Clubhouse and include The Bistro, which offers a more informal dining experience, as well as Hermione’s Restaurant which features a simple yet sophisticated setting. Kilkea Castle offers many outdoor activities such as an 18-hole Championship Golf Course, horse-riding, clay pigeon shooting, falconry, tennis, archery and fishing. The property also features a Spa with 5 treatment rooms including a large couples suite, a Relaxation Room, a Thermal Suite with a Hydrotherapy Pool and a Beauty Lounge for hair, make-up and nails. Carlow is 9.3 mi from the accommodations, while Kildare is 17 mi away. The nearest airport is Dublin, 52 mi from Kilkea Castle, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Kilkea Castle is located in Kilkea.

This 22 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Spa, Fireplace/Heating, Parking, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 686 reviews with the average score of 9.2 . Coming to Kilkea and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 22 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this Varoom place in Kilkea. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Kilkea Castle in Kilkea is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Kilkea Castle”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Kilkea Demesne Kilkea Castle, Kilkea, Ireland

Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Kids' meals
  • Restaurant
  • Fruit
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Private Parking
Activities
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Pedicure
  • Archery
  • Manicure
  • Aerobics
  • Fitness
  • Body scrub
  • Spa
  • Facial treatments
  • Hair treatments
  • Light therapy
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Body treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Waxing services
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Tennis equipment
  • Tennis court
  • Makeup services
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding
  • Personal trainer
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Concierge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Valet parking
  • Packed lunches
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Express check-in/out
  • Private check-in/out
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • 24-hour front desk
Internet
  • Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note the castle building will be hosting an exclusive private event on 02 may and 03 may 2020 and there will be no access between 15:00 and 00:00, check-in for all guests is in the reception area in the clubhouse, all rooms at the property are accessible by elevator, guests can enjoy complimentary use of the tennis courts.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.72
Location:
9.34
Staff:
9.46
Facilities:
9.23
Comfort:
9.44
Cleanliness:
9.42
Cleaves
Aug 12, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United States
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Breakfast was wonderful and we loved dining in the drawing room. The food & tea were delicious and the servers were kind and friendly.
Negative: We liked everything about the breakfast service!
Summary: Kilkea Castle was a joy to visit during our travels through Ireland!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Fitzgerald Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Slippers, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Towels, Body soap, Shower, Conditioner

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Private entrance, Key access, Safe, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Fold-up bed, Clothes rack
Luxury Castle Bedroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Slippers, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Towels, Body soap, Shower, Conditioner

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Private entrance, Key access, Safe, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk

View

View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Fold-up bed, Clothes rack
Superior Carriage Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Slippers, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Towels, Body soap, Shower, Conditioner

General

Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Iron, Private entrance, Key access, Safe, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Inner courtyard view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Kitchen

Coffee machine

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter, Non-feather pillow
Classic Castle Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 17 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Slippers, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Towels, Body soap, Shower, Conditioner

General

Ironing facilities, Iron, Private entrance, Key access, Safe, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Kitchen

Coffee machine

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter, Non-feather pillow
Classic Carriage Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Slippers, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Towels, Body soap, Shower, Conditioner

General

Iron, Key access, Safe, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

View

Inner courtyard view

FAQ's

Is this Kilkea Castle pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Kilkea Castle?

Check-in time for Kilkea Castle starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Kilkea Castle have a swimming pool?

No, this Kilkea Castle does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Kilkea Castle?

Best-rates for the Kilkea Castle starts from $326 per night with includes Business Services, Sports/Activities, Bar, Toiletries, TV, Accessibility, Restaurant, Guest Services, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Wellness Facilities, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Internet, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, Parking, View with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Kilkea Castle a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Kilkea Castle wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Kilkea Castle has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Kilkea Castle?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Kilkea Castle indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Kilkea Castle?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Kilkea Castle are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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