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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Castle retreat with lush gardens

Canopied beds and historical charm define this restored castle hotel where comfort meets character. The Garden Bar offers delicious meals with views of meticulous grounds, while the old castle keep hosts a cracking breakfast buffet—medieval authenticity with modern luxury.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Straffan, Barberstown Castle is in a rural area. Castletown House and Russborough House are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kildare Shopping Village. St. Patrick's College and Irish National Stud are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Straffan travel guide
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Straffan, Co Kildare, Straffan, Kildare

What's nearby

  • K Club
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Maynooth University
    11 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Maynooth Castle
    11 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Carton House Golf Club
    12 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • St. Patrick's College
    12 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hazelhatch and Celbridge Station
    9 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Flaming Wok
    7 min drive
  • The River Room Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • South Bar & Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Mcmahon's Gastrobar
    8 min drive
  • Macari's Take Away
    6 min drive

About this property

Barberstown Castle

Luxury upscale hotel near St. Patrick's College
Located close to Castletown House, Barberstown Castle provides a garden, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travelers can enjoy archery at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, Barton Rooms Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and meeting rooms
  • Laundry services, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of Europe and Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 22 for adults and EUR 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Barton Rooms Restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 52,776 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1288
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. Please note that the Country House Fine Dining restaurant is open on Friday and Saturday evenings only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 22 for children
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25 per night

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is Barberstown Castle pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barberstown Castle?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Barberstown Castle?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Barberstown Castle located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Castletown House and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from St. Patrick's College. Russborough House and Kildare Shopping Village are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Barberstown Castle Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 193 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great grounds. Very good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean, food was excellent and the staff were all very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant options :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heather at the front desk was so friendly and helpful The manager at the restaurant was amazing and fit us in for a late dinner! The staff at breakfast in the castle were extremely friendly as well I can not say enough good things anout this lodge and the people that run it.. excellent stay
Interesting artwork around the grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location. Very relaxing environment. Excellent quality food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the boxed breakfast as we had an early start.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning again . Live music on Saturday in the bar was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property. Gorgeous grounds. Very professional and friendly staff. The public areas are welcoming and beautiful. Our room was perfect. A wonderful place to relax, enjoy great food and drink, and feel so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a beautiful stay with Bed & Breakfast, and booked dinner in advance. The whole experience was wonderful. So close to Dublin and yet felt like a weekend away!
Beetroot gnocchi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would recommend this place to others, friends and family. The room was very nice, clean and the atmosphere was fantastic. The restaurant served excellent food and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous overnight stay for a family celebration. Wonderful food and wonderful service. Beautiful decor. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with large, fancy rooms in an historic setting. Friendly staff, excellent restaurant, nice grounds. Definitely recommend for a country stay near Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property exceeded expectations in every way except maybe food. Definitely put it on your agenda as a must stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay!

We stayed here for 1 night as a stop over to Belfast. Room was comfortable, a little hot but they supplied us with a fan when we asked. Ate in the bar, food was beautiful and very reasonable. Grounds are lovely and well kept. It was recommended by a friend and we were delighted with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, good fast wifi for work. Good service and food in restaurant, with a cracking breakfast in the old castle room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

CASTLE HOTEL COMBINING COMFORT WITH CHARACTER

A lovely old castle hotel which has been tastefully restored and so provides comfort with character. Friendly staff and great food. A fabulous property for a short, relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Service & Food Excellence

Fantastic service from all staff. Food was delicious. A fantastic breakfast. Overall just a fantastic friendly & relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emer

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

Fabulous

Beautiful hotel and wonderful, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun option vs an airport hotelfor our last night in Ireland. It’s a small but enjoyable castle grounds with a garden out back for a stroll.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was stunning. Everyone was incredibly friendly. Carpets in room were dated and stained, but everything else was absolutely stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and staff. Shower pressure was world-class. For a castle hotel I might expect a larger room and AC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The older smaller rooms were small and the shower bathroom didn't seem very clean The staff was lovely and welcoming. And the tour given by Sharon was exceptional and informative!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful stay in Barberstown Castle

A really lovely hotel, beautifully appointed room with a very comfortable bed with lovely bedlinen and pillows. The bathroom is cosy and luxurious. Great breakfast. Highly recommend and will return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024