About this property

Situated in the countryside of County Kildare The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is set in 180 acres of its own woodland and gardens. A 12th-century castle, Kilkea Castle is one of the oldest inhabited castles in Ireland with a history dating back to 1180. Designated parking is available. The Lodges at Kilkea are modern in design and overlook the impressive golf course with close proximity to the Golf Clubhouse. Each room features HDTV and complimentary WiFi. The Clubhouse includes dining options and offers a glimpse of the castle. The Bistro offers a more informal dining experience while Hermione’s Restaurant 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 15 km from the accommodation, while Kildare is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Dublin, 84 km from Kilkea Castle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Siobhan
    Ireland Ireland
    The lodges were great with a family, very handy to have extra space and a microwave, kettle etc. Very peaceful and picturesque.
  • Marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The lodge was very clean, roomy and comfortable. The view looked out onto the golf course. We were a short walk to the clubhouse where we had a great lunch and returned there in the morning for their scrumptious breakfast.
  • Charlotte
    Ireland Ireland
    The castle and grounds are absolutely magical, and beautifully kept. The staff and food were great too. The Spa is a little gem!
  • Abi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful grounds, the Lodge has a patio to our room, more like a private garden. Beautiful greenery. Enjoyed our stay very much.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The outstanding beauty of this place is beyond expectations. Probably not for younger families there are a few things for them to do but I’d say more golfing and couples resort. Nonetheless beautiful place and food
  • Rita
    Ireland Ireland
    The facilities, restaurants and grounds were lovely with great views of the Castle
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lodges are perfect to give you space and confort especially when travelling with children. We really liked the outdoor space. Very clean and comfortable. Very good service in the clubhouse and restaurant.
  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    A lovely relaxed atmosphere with everything you need for a group to enjoy stay . Loads of facilities to cater for all. The staff are extremely courteous and friendly.
  • Melanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful hotel and stunning grounds. Excellent food and drink options. Very friendly, helpful staff.
  • Mikec
    Australia Australia
    everything. the whole environment, the restaurants, the spa area, the bars.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Hermione's Restaurant in the Clubhouse
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • 1180 Fine Dining at the Castle
    • Cuisine
      Irish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All activities advertised need to be pre-booked at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Should guests wish to eat at the restaurant they are advised to reserve a table in advance.

Please note the Castle building is used for private events, and therefore there will be no access between 15:00 until 00:00 on the following dates: 20 June and 23 August 2020.

Check in for all guests is in the reception area in the Clubhouse.

Guests can enjoy complimentary use of the tennis courts.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Lodges at Kilkea Castle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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