Kildare is only a short distance from Dublin which makes it easily accessible for last minute hotel deals. Kildare is well known as the home of horse racing and here you can visit the famous race courses of the Curragh, Naas and Punchestown.
Kildare is also home to the Irish National Stud which has become an established tourist attraction in the county. County Kildare is home to a number of Group 1 races every year, including the Irish Derby and the Irish 2,000 and 1,000 Guineas.
If you are into walking, then Kildare has two waymarked ways for walking, the Kildare Way and the Barrow Way. Alternatively you can enjoy a short cruise on one of two canals, the Royal Canal or the Grand Canal.
There are several heritage towns in Kildare including Athy, KildareTown and Leixlip. There is also the popular University town of Maynooth.
If you enjoy golf you should consider a short hotel break at the famous K Club which hosted the Ryder Cup. Other tourist attractions in Kildare include Mondello Park ehre you can have a go at car racing, Ballindoolin House and Gardens and the Bog of Allen. If you fancy some shopping and something to eat, check out the discount shopping experience at Kildare Village.
There are plenty of hotels and guesthouses in Kildare. Use the search box on this page to find the last minute hotel deals in Kildare that suit your budget.
Hotels in Kildare
Carlton Abbey Hotel & C-Spa
New 4**** hotel, leisure club & C Spa. Carlton Abbey Hotel is situated in the heart of Athy, Co. Kildare. 50 minutes from Dublin. 49 luxurious bedrooms including junior/family suites along with conference & banqueting facilities for 300 guests. The Abbey Bar & Bistro, formerly an old church, is the centre piece of this restoration with Benedict?s Restaurant offering an intimate fine dining experience. State of the art leisure club with 21m pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room & modern gym. C Spa with 6 treatment rooms is an oasis of calm for all guests to enjoy.
Clanard Court Hotel
Clanard Court Hotel is a delightful, boutique style 4**** with beautiful gardens situated just 1 hour from Dublin and 1km from Athy Town. It boasts 38 superbly appointed guest rooms complete with all modern conveniences including interactive TV and unlimited broadband. It is family-run with strong emphasis on customer service. Clanard Court specialises in tailor made banqueting and events. There are a choice of banqueting and conference rooms accommodating up to 450 Pax. The ideal choice for superb food and genuine, warm hospitality - a leading wedding venue in Leinster.
Courtyard Hotel Leixlip
Opened in July 2005, The Courtyard Hotel is situated 20 mins from Dublin City and approx 20 mins from Dublin Airport. The hotel is situated on the site of the ancestral home of 'Guinness' and features 40 tastefully appointed guest rooms. Dine in the 'Riverbank Restaurant' overlooking the River Liffey and relax in 'Arthur's Bar'. The hotel is situated close to some of Ireland's best golf courses including the K Club and Carton House.
Derby House Hotel
A friendly and warm welcome awaits you at the Derby House Hotel. Conveniently located in the town centre, the hotel now incorporates Kingsland Restaurant offering Chinese and European cuisine. This 20 bed roomed hotel is conveniently located for racing, angling and numerous golf courses including the renowned K Club. Many attractions, including the Japanese Gardens, Irish National Stud and Kildare Village, are also nearby.
Gables Guesthouse & Leisure Centre
Set on the banks of the Liffey, our family-run guesthouse has 25 bedrooms with bath/shower, multi channel TV, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and teas maid. Our leisure centre includes a 14 metre indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, large sauna, thermium, plunge pool and fully equipped gym. Horse racing, greyhound racing, golf and fishing are well catered for locally. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at the Gables. Brochures available on request.
Harbour Hotel & Restaurant
Looking after the needs of our guests and providing quality service is a priority in this family-run hotel. All rooms have colour TV, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and teasmaid. We offer superb home-cooked food, extensive à la carte and table d'hôte menus and excellent wine list. Relax and enjoy a drink in our comfortable lounge. Conveniently situated to Dublin City, ferry, airport, Punchestown Racecourse, The Curragh and Mondello Park.
Keadeen Hotel
Kildare's longest family-run hotel, the Keadeen is ideally located on 9 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens, just 30 minutes from Dublin off the M7. This charming 4**** hotel offers unrivalled standards of service and facilities with a variety of 75 luxurious spacious bedrooms, a superb indoor health and fitness complex and 18 metre ozone pool. An extensive range of conference/banqueting suites for up to 1000 delegates. Dining facilities include the award-winning Derby Restaurant, the sophisticated 'Club Bar', the Drawing Room Lounge.
Kildare Hotel, Spa and Country Club - The K Club
The K Club is Ireland's premier 5 red star resort, located 40 minutes from Dublin City Centre and Airport. Both river fishing & course fishing are available, the magnificent K Spa offers a chance to pamper yourself in style or work out before dining in one of our sumptuous restaurants. The Palmer Course was the host venue of the 2006 Ryder Cup Matches and The Smurfit Course is Home of The Smurfit Kappa European Open. The Kids Club allows you to relax while your children are well looked after & have fun while learning. Each weekend we offer tours of the wine cellar and art & history. Meeting facilities for up to 400 people.
Maudlins House Hotel
Maudlins House Hotel is a restored luxury country house which opened in April 2006. Conveniently located less than 1km from Naas Town, 25km from Dublin and is ideal for those travelling to the south or west. The hotel comprises 20 luxury bedrooms, 5 private chalets, the Virginia Restaurant, Maudlins Bar and conference and banqueting facilities. Local amenities include Golf, Horse racing, Goffs Horse Sales, Japanese Gardens & National Stud, Shopping. A place to indulge yourself.
Westgrove Hotel & Conference Centre
On the outskirts of Clane Village, this hotel combines accessibility with a feeling of getting away from the bustle of the city. Facilities to pamper the most discerning guest include Elemis Spa, leisure centre with 20m pool, a choice of 2 restaurants, 2 bars and a roof garden. An ideal base from which to play world class golf courses, attend exciting race meetings or enjoy many other activities. Flexible and comfortable conference spaces are available. Secure parking.
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