Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa

Hotels
9.2 (1929 reviews)
Castletenison Demesne , Ballyfarnon , IE

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful surroundings
Exceptional service
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Disappointing food at times
Expensive amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.34
The hotel was noted to be very clean with well-maintained facilities.
Service
9.81
Staff were described as helpful, friendly, and exceptional.
Location
9.35
The beautiful setting of the castle and gardens contributes positively to its location.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms were spacious, comfortable, and full of character according to several reviews.
Amenities
9.33
Amenities like the pool and spa were highlighted positively.
Value for Money
8.79
Some value concerns were raised regarding the food, but overall stays were considered enjoyable.
Food and Beverage
7.84
Mixed feelings about the food quality, with some meals disappointing.
Overall Experience
9.81
Overall, guests had an exceptional experience, describing their stay as unforgettable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:02

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa offers elegant rooms with antique furniture and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms.

Fine Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at The Douglas Hyde Restaurant, where locally sourced ingredients are crafted into exquisite dishes for a memorable dining experience.

Leisure and Adventure
From relaxing at the indoor swimming pool and spa to exploring outdoor activities like hiking, golf, and sailing, Kilronan Castle provides the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Experience luxury, fine dining, and adventure at Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DUB

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1929 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.34
Service: 9.81
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 7.84
Overall Experience: 9.81
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Sarah • solo_traveller • ie
5
Pros:

Nice staff and decor
Helpful at breakfast

Cons:

Room was EXTREMELY cold. Staff had to provide an electric heater. Would not return in the Winter

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • ie
9
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Constantin • couple • us
8
2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Florence • couple • ie
7
Birthday Treat.
Pros:

Lovely relaxing place to visit.

Cons:

Food in restaurants is very expensive for what we ordered .On the menu was Sirloin steak. When ordering, we were told that Fillet was only available, which was disappointing, and certainly was not the round plump piece of steak it was only thin slices of beef..

2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Vilmantas • couple • ie
10
Pros:

We liked atmosphere by area, woods, lakes, excellent location to get a rest from work and city routine.

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • ie
7
We really enjoyed our stay. Jerry front of house and managers of restaurants get a special mention
Pros:

Couldn't fault the breakfast. It set us up for the day

Cons:

Very disappointed with the standard of room cleaning. No cups washed, tray liner should have been replaced. No milk or tea replaced. Marks on table top glass not cleaned.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • ie
10
Magical
Pros:

We had an amazing suite, overlooking the front lawn.we absolutely love the place. A 1 service. We had the taster Menu and it was just wow, will definetly be back for that again. Mary and Ann at breakfast were just fantastic and really know their stuff, old style top tier service, fantastic breakfast too. We will return in a heart beat.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Tanya Deborah • couple • au
10
Pros:

Lovely clean room, comfy bed and friendly staff. Breakfast was great. I enjoyed exploring the castle and the gardens.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • ie
5
Disappointing as we were there maybe ten years ago and we had a much better experience
Pros:

The staff are all very friendly and professional

Cons:

The food was very below average snd the Dow fs polities need to be seriously updated or properly maintained, everything is either working badly or broke completely with tiles missing jets broken buttons to activate jets broke

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Jim • couple • us
10
Castle like experience within easy driving distance to surrounding sites
Pros:

This is a "castle" like experience with great grounds and walking paths near most of the nearby sites. Staff were most helpful with great breakfast options and adequately sized and comfortable rooms.

Cons:

Thee are 2 dining locations. Would have liked to have dined in the "formal" one but the options are limited to a 2 or 3 selection prix fixed menu options and they do not allow individual selections... This restaurant was mostly unoccupied during our visit. The same options are not offered in the other dining room but the atmosphere and selection there are adequate, but we would have loved to have had some of the options offered in the other one.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrick & Anna Maria • couple • ie
9
We love staying in Kilronan Castle. That’s why we keep going back.
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent with a great selection of beautiful food.

Cons:

We couldn’t complain about anything.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

Everything was very good but the staff stood out most. They were very attentive and friendly. Rooms very comfortable, all meals were good, lots of areas to relax in, lovely walks around the property though perhaps more signs to get back to hotel from lake.

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Keith • family_with_children • ie
3
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • ie
10
A great experience
Pros:

Great ambience to this hotel, decor blending the old and the new very well. Facilities were excellent. We had the afternoon tea which was great. Spa very nice. Staff were fantastic, very helpful and committed to offering quality service.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • ie
4
See above
Pros:

Hi we stayed for one night, on the 25th oct . .Over all it was a nice experience .The staff were very nice and helpful and the food was excellent . However we found the room allotted to us was in need of decoration and it was a very cold room. I booked a double room and to our surprise it was two single beds pushed together and it was not comfortable. The two single bases were visible ,without a valance sheet to cover them.

Cons:

See above

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Riona • family_with_children • ie
10
Spectacular Castle with Spectacular Views
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with stunning views. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The rooms comfortable and spacious. Swimming pool wonderfully and v child friendly. The breakfast was superb. Can't wait to return!!

Cons:

Everything was wonderful. If there was one small thing I'd like to see a little more choice for teenagers on the bar menu. But that's only a small detail.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • family_with_children • ie
10
I’m very bad at names however the entire staff from Reception who go above and beyond make sure the room we have is the
Pros:

Absolutely everything over the last six years myself and my young family have gone usually twice a year for two nights the staff the food the pool spa and if you ask my kids the mocktails are 10/10

Cons:

Can’t say there’s anything I don’t like as we keep going back

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • couple • ie
9
Pros:

The Castle is in a beautiful setting, located beside lake it makes a great first impression driving up the avenue. The decor is tastefully done..and great effort has been made to create a relaxing atmosphere.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • ie
10
Love this place. We got married there and still love going back each time.
Pros:

Impeccable service from beginning to end. Beautiful setting. Gave us an upgrade as we got married here. Gorgeous touch.

Cons:

Might of liked some music in Dungeon Bar for the Bank Holiday weekend.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Lioba • family_with_children • ie
10
The staff were so attentive, we loved our stay ! We’ll be back
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee