Name: The Lodges at Kilkea Castle
Address: Kilkea Castle, Kilkea, Ireland, Kilkea Castle, Kildare County, Ireland
Rating: 8.8

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

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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
Three-Bedrooms in Lodge at Kilkea Castle Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 1 large double bed Bedroom 3 1 large double bed
Deluxe Lodge Bedroom 1 double bed
Superior Lodge Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Robert

Ireland

“Stunning location, staff are excellent in all parts of the business. Rooms spotless.”

Shannon

Ireland

“Was beautiful. We stayed in lodge 17. Kids were next door. Could access both rooms via inside and out. The green out the back was the catch. So much room for the kids to play and enjoy. We loved it.”

Elsie

Ireland

“I loved everything about this hotel .It was the nicest place I have stayed in in years. If there is such a thing as a perfect hotel this is it. The staff, food, atmosphere, location, facilities were great.”

Siobhan

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

“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

“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

“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

“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

“The facilities, restaurants and grounds were lovely with great views of the Castle”

Jenny

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.”

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.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

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.