Barberstown Castle

Hotels
8.9 (800 reviews)
Straffan , Straffan , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful property
Attentive staff
Great food and drinks
Cons:
Some rooms dated
Extra charge for pet accommodation

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Reviews mention clean and spacious rooms, indicating good cleanliness.
Service
9.1
Multiple reviews highlight attentive and helpful staff.
Location
9.14
Described as situated in lovely grounds with beautiful architectural surroundings.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms varied in size and comfort; overall positive sentiments but noted a dated room by one reviewer.
Amenities
8.62
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.88
Only one negative mention about the charge for the dog; otherwise, perceived value is high.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Highly praised food quality and breakfast experience.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall positive reviews indicating a memorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 13:39

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Elegance
Experience a stay like no other at this 13th-century castle hotel, where elegant rooms and stunning gardens await.

Award-Winning Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in fine dining at the renowned restaurant, recommended by both the AA and Michelin guides. Enjoy live entertainment on weekends and unwind in the Edwardian tea rooms.

Convenient Location and Amenities
With free Wi-Fi, free parking, and easy access to Dublin and nearby attractions, including the Japanese Gardens and Powerscourt House, your stay at Barberstown Castle promises both luxury and convenience.

Book now to immerse yourself in the rich history and luxurious comforts of this enchanting castle hotel.

Important information:

Early check-in at 10 am or late check-out at 2 pm is possible for an extra fee of EUR 20 per person (subject to availability).

Please note that the Barton Rooms Restaurant is only open on Friday and Saturday evenings.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 800 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Abi couple gb
8
Overall lovely venue and very helpful staff.
Pros:

The building and history of the hotel/castle

Cons:

Breakfast quality let it down, we didn’t have breakfast the second day, more budget hotel quality. Would expect freshly cooked for price.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Majella solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

We had a lovely big room which was very comfortable. Dining was excellent and portion size very good.

Cons:

Unfortunately in our bedroom there was a very bright exit sign which made no sense. Was like a becon all night. Had to cover it. Needs to be removed.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Kimberly solo_traveller us
9
Iconic accomodation, but needs work
Pros:

Beautiful enlarged castle and estate. We stayed in the original house. Extra large bedroom suite and bathroom with both a shower and tub. We arrived without reservations for dinner after a long drive. Front desk staff made sure we had a place despite busy evening. Dinner was okay, recommend the chowder. Breakfast was excellent, but the hot dishes were hidden in another room, separate from the cold dishes. Not sure how many guests were aware of the secondary room, within the castle area. Bar area has excellent live music. Worth looking up online and reading very interesting history of ownership of the estate.

Cons:

Take into account that it is an older, renovated property. But for the price, there are some maintenance issues to be addressed in the original building. There was mold in the shower, and water pressure of hot water is low. The hot and cold spigots on the sink were mislabeled in our room and since the hot water takes a long time and can go to nearly nothing, ensuring that the spigots are correctly identified is necessary. It would be nice if bubble bath was provided for the tub.
During dinner, we asked staff to turn off the canned background music in the Garden Restaurant because we were hearing both live music from the bar and background music!! They hadn't even noticed until pointed out and still did not turn it off, so somewhat unpleasant atmosphere while eating.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Marilyn74 solo_traveller ie
7
Pros:

The grounds of hotel were fab.
Very large rooms

Cons:

Service was very slow,long time waiting for a drink/order both during the evening.
Long waiting time to take your order.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Jack couple ie
8
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Aislinn solo_traveller gb
6
Cons:

The bed was not comfortable at all . It was very hard and very disappointed with it being 4 *.

Also thought the menu im the restaurant was very limited.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Harald solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Feines Hotel mit gutem Restaurant und toller Ausstattung

Cons:

Schönster Aufenthalt auf unserer Irlandreise

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Craig couple ie
9
Comfortable stay in a traditional Irish hotel
Pros:

Beautiful and large rooms with firm and comfortable mattresses. Dining rooms are traditional and comfortable. A room for after dinner drinks is comfortable.

Cons:

I did not care for the garden bar in particular.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Eamon Kearney solo_traveller ie
9
Nice
Pros:

Lovely hotel with comfortable rooms and good bathroom

Cons:

Staff were bit all over the place. Loads of staff but not great service

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Streeter couple us
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
7
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Paul couple ie
9
We will be back
Pros:

Everything was fantastic. Food was excellent. Breakfast a little disappointing.

Cons:

No air con in bedroom but it was a very warm night.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
D
Derek couple ie
9
Was lovely wish I had more time there
Pros:

Style

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Mary solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Everything Heather on reception was absolutely brilliant she show us two rooms because we wanted a quiet room so she let us pick from 2 rooms we choose the old part of hotel castle it was fabulous the other room was just as beautiful its so clean beautiful decor staff in all areas were lovely very professional we had dinner in hotel garden restaurant it was fantastic food was excellent I would suggest if ye to stay ere have ur dinner in hotel its beautiful food chefs ere are brilliant dinner was prefect waitress was also very good at there job breakfast in morning was tasty and excellent we had our breakfast at old part of castle beautiful stone walls every thing was wonderful please keep up the good work everyone that works there are very good at their jobs will definitely come back again thanks to ye all for a lovely stay .

Cons:

Nothing everything was excellent

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Annette family_with_children ie
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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sean solo_traveller ie
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Vincent solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel était très compréhensif. L'endroit est très agréable. J'y retournerai avec plaisir.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Rene couple pl
10
geweldig!
Pros:

Het ontbijt zeer goed en uitgebreid. De bediening atttent en zeer vriendelijk. Ook het diner was prima. Goed verzorgd. De kamer was groot met prima bedden. Ook de badkamer was van alles voorzien.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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JAMES solo_traveller be
9
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller ie
8
Will be back!
Pros:

Exceptional hotel. Loved our stay. The room was fantastic. Staff were brilliant.We particularly liked the garden and how relaxing it was.The manager Ritchie made us feel so welcomed and couldn't have done anymore for us. Will definitely return.

Cons:

Check-in.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee