Kilkea Demesne Kilkea Castle, Kilkea, Ireland
#1 of 2 hotels in Kilkea
Guests' ChoiceBased on 595 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 14 September 2023
Shaun
CanadaThe shower door did not close properly, so the floor would be full of water by the end. You just have to be careful where you point the shower head.
Beautiful location, the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the staff were friendly.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Nicole
United StatesThe grounds were beautiful! Enjoyed drinks on the patio as the sun went down. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious and so was breakfast. Enjoyed sitting in front of the fire as the night would done.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Deborah
United StatesNo air conditioning
The castle was beautiful and the staff was very welcoming. The bartender, Andrew Ewing went out of his way to make me feel welcome! He's an exceptional man!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Dawson
CanadaThe tennis courts were covered in leaves (it was mid September so to be expected) and we spent 15 minutes cleaning them off to be safe to play. The castle restaurant was closed the Monday evening we were there but the golf course restaurant nearby was lovely.
Gorgeous grounds, great tennis courts, delicious breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Marilyn
CanadaFantastic breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Jake
CanadaN/A
Staff was very friendly and helpful. They were fast to respond prior to arrival when making reservations and gave exceptional service throughout our stay making our trip seem very special. The grounds are meticulously maintained making everything about the place beautiful. Would highly recommend this place and would love to stay here again.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Tedd
United StatesInitial greeting upon arrival from a man at the front desk was very "cold." Gave us the initial impression that we were not worthy of being in the castle. Aside from this initial experience, the other staff was very friendly and helpful.
Breakfast selection was very good and made to order. You also had the flexibility to order off the menu or have them cook to your liking. Room for breakfast was very nice, with exposed wall of the original castle.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Chris
United StatesThe history of the property and the grounds are amazing. The staff are incredibly friendly and the breakfast is great.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
William
United StatesHad to drag our luggage over gravel to get to our room, but that will all be black topped in a week's time.
Of all the stays we had in Ireland, Kilkea was the best! Incredible grounds, wonderful staff, very comfortable rooms and bed, and the dinner and breakfast were superb! A beautiful golf course right on the premises made me wish I had my clubs! Just an outstanding stay!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Neil
United KingdomPaying for the spa this should be included in the price as you are paying top prices for a night's stay.
All of it apart from paying for the spa use
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Philip
United KingdomStunning castle and set in beautiful grounds. All the staff were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Fergus
IrelandNothing I didn't like
Love the castle and the staff were very friendly. Amazing time.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 27 July 2023
James
United StatesLocation was awesome.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Rik
CanadaGreat place to stay. Did not disappoint. Delicious breakfast in a historic dining room.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Yetters
CanadaShower was a bit difficult to use in our room, but it's a very small issue. My mom did have an issue with turning it off while I was out walking, but the staff was fantastic and quickly came to help her. She was so impressed and happy that they resolved the issue.
Food was lovely especially the breakfast. Staff were very helpful and of course, we loved walking around the grounds.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Helen
CanadaService overall on whole resort was excellent and the quality of food in 1180 restaurant was outstanding !
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Anne
CanadaWait time for meal at restaurant they seemed unorganized
Excellent facility
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Silvia
United StatesThe decor in the guest room sitting area was a bit bland. The robes were stained.
The historic castle and gardens.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 15 July 2023
Mariella
AustraliaThe castle, rooms and property are stunning. It also had a very nice environment while having a drink sitting by the fire. The service and the rooms were amazing. The gardens were lovely to sit in just bring an umbrella - it’s Ireland
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 July 2023
Joseph
United StatesThe common areas can be a bit crowded when a wedding service is going on and also book a car to explore the country side, the location is beautiful but a bit remote, if you want to have a day off the grounds.
The falconery experience and activity was an absolute highlight. We felt so lucky to get to do it. The 1180 resturant was delicious and had fantastic service. The castles grounds are also beautiful to explore. The spa experience as well were tremendously relaxing. Highly recommend this location for any special occasion.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Charles
IrelandThis hotel accommodation is the ideal setting for any romantic get away . It’s history and exceptional accommodation exceeded our expectations prior to my arrival the staff followed my instruction and requests without fail . The spa treatment was exceptional . Staff professionalism was every part of what makes kilkea castle as a whole . We were welcomed and the hospitality remained consistent for our whole stay . Reception team always on hand to tend to our needs. Breakfast was outstanding with a fantastic selection and an exceptional service team nothing was a problem at breakfast for this team . The restaurant teams were exceptional in delivery of service polite courteous at all time and the chef food presentation left no doubt in the words fine dining . Beautiful presentation of food . Walking around the grounds we observed the attention to detail the grounds team ensuring that the castle grounds were every bit as beautiful as the castle itself it was a pleasure to walk around the beautiful fauna and trees creating the relaxing ambience and setting . While the grounds team quietly busied themselves in the attention to maintenance and detail . Thankyou to kilkea castle and team for making our stay exceptional
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Meghan
United StatesWe had a wonderful stay at the Kilkea Castle. Relaxing and quiet with beautiful grounds to walk. The food was good (not amazing, but good). And the accommodations luxurious and staff very accommodating. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Harold
United StatesAll was great except the fact that there was not air conditioning in the room and we had to drag luggage over the rocks to get to the carriage house units. All else was excellent including food.
Breakfast was excellent as was the breakfast staff. Pro shop was GREAT, friendly and loaded with information
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Paul
United StatesWiFi at the cottages did not work at all. This was difficult as we also had no data service. Had to leave to room to make a call or check in with family.
The staff was fantastic, especially at The Keep. Grounds were gorgeous.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Juliana
United StatesI enjoyed the food provided at the restaurants, it was very delicious. The staff was very nice and patient. My room was ready earlier than expected which was perfect!
Stayed in June 2023
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