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The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

4.5 star property

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Aerial view
Indoor pool
Indoor spa tub
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is $255
$225 nightly
$255 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10

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Kilkea, Kilkea
  • Place, Oak Park Forest Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlow Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Dr. Cullen Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Three Bedroom Self Catering Lodge | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Three Bedroom Self Catering Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Lodge Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Lodge Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Kilkea Castle

About the neighborhood

Kilkea

Located in Kilkea, The Lodges at Kilkea Castle is in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Carlow Golf Club and Oak Park Forest Park. .This golf hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Delta Sensory Gardens and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Dr. Cullen Park.

What's nearby

  • Oak Park Forest Park - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Carlow Golf Club - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Browne's Hill Dolmen - 14 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Dr. Cullen Park - 14 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Delta Sensory Gardens - 17 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 11 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O’Brien - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J-One Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bradbury's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. While the golfer in the family is out on the course, you can enjoy above-par recreational amenities such as a steam room and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at Hermione's, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 9 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Hermione's - Overlooking the golf course and garden, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Jay's Bistro - Overlooking the golf course and garden, this bistro specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hermione's
  • Jay's Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lodges Kilkea Castle

Lodges Castle

Kilkea Castle

The Lodges At Kilkea Kilkea

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Hotel

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Kilkea

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Hotel Kilkea

The Lodges at Kilkea Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 140 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, great food and cosy atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely stay, everything was perfect and staff were so helpful and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely breakfast options and service and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here the place is stunning with loads to do. Enjoyed a couple of pints in the castle by the fire and had a great breakfast the next day. The lodges are huge and very well maintained. A real getaway
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Resort, we wished we had booked a few more days there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Over all very good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing experience to stay in the lodges at this beautiful castle!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff and absolutely gorgeous grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wasn't quite what I was anticipating, but quite roomy. The staff and meals were great ... particularly the options and care taken for my dietary requirements.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality venue for golf, spa and events.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hotel. Fullnof character.AMAZING staff.. Losfs to do with teens. Golf, games room, Gym, Escaprle room, rifle shoot, Archery. No ppil just adult iver 18 spa. Natcha at activity centre fantastic person. Breakfastbto doe for. Castle estoed to amazing statand.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous time at Kilkea Castle lodges, would recommend a trip to the Spa. Lovely staff and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

gee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lodge is more like a motor inn
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning castle and lovely rooms. Great food options too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annalies

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We last minute booked a stay and it was the best decision we could’ve made. Rooms were clean and staff were so friendly and accommodating. Food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay, 5 star staff

Staff were amazing, so friendly and answered any of our questions or requests. Food at the golf club restaurant was delicious and the breakfast was really good. Grounds are stunning to stroll around and well kept. Comfy bed in the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a special place. Quiet, the Castle Bar was terrific. Really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Fun property with a great breakfast that was included. I used the spa services and my husband golfed. Both were reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grounds were beautiful and rooms very inviting. Loved the castle setting. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing customer service and very friendly and accommodating staff. A+++++
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a wonderful family birthday weekend. Stayed at the Lodges. Staff are super friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very cool hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Castle out in the countryside, fantastic room, peaceful lush grounds, very helpful staff. Wish we could have stayed longer. They even made us a “to go” bag, when we had to depart prior to breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning- book any activities prior- and check to see what you are receiving we thought we were in the castle but our room was in small lodges a short walk away- we took a cab from Carlow- beautiful grounds and castle
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025