Family Friendly Castle Stays in County Kildare – 2026

Ireland’s oldest still inhabited castle is the imposing, 12th-century era, Kilkea Castle, in Kildare, near Dublin. Now a castle hotel, it is one of the finest in the country. It has an abundance of historical character and is surrounded by a 180-acre estate which includes some beautifully tended gardens, much wild parkland and woodland, and even its own 18-hole golf course. Kilkea Castle at a Glance Castle: A 12th-century castle and one of Ireland’s oldest still inhabited castles, with an abundance of historical character. Accommodation: Rooms and suites in the castle itself, courtyard rooms in the old castle outbuildings, and separate lodges offering both B&B rooms and self-catering accommodation. The… > See All the Details & Book