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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Roberts
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The size of the room and cleanliness. The facilities and the reception breakfast.
  • Farrell
    Ireland Ireland
    Absolutely like a dream loved every minute of our stay can’t wait to come back
  • Katie
    Ireland Ireland
    Stay in kilkea every year. The cleanliness is always exceptional and the dinner was delicious. The staff are very nice.

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
  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

Facilities of The Lodges at Kilkea Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis equipment
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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 room.

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.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash The Lodges at Kilkea Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

  • Room options at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle include:

    • Holiday Home
    • Double

  • The Lodges at Kilkea Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Manicure
    • Horse riding
    • Spa facilities
    • Archery
    • Body wrap
    • Waxing services
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Beauty Services
    • Body treatments
    • Make up services
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Tennis equipment
    • Light therapy
    • Facial treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Body scrub

  • The Lodges at Kilkea Castle has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #2
    • Hermione's Restaurant in the Clubhouse

  • The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is 1,000 yards from the centre of Kilkea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at The Lodges at Kilkea Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.