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Your next Family-Friendly Staycation

Stay & Play this Summer at Killashee with prices starting from €180 per night. Our Family rooms are extra spacious with two queen size beds. There is plenty for families to enjoy both onsite at Killashee or in the surrounding areas.

Top 5 'Things to do' for Families in Kildare

With the Summer holidays upon us, there is no better time to make Kildare your next Family Trip destination and explore all our County has to offer. There is plenty to do and see for all the family to enjoy from adventurous in door activities to the great outdoors. Here are our Top 5 picks to help you plan the perfect ‘Family Fun Getaway'

Why Choose Kildare?

A short 30-minute drive from Ireland’s Capital, Dublin nestled in farmland landscapes and set around the famous Curragh Plains is the County of Kildare. Kildare is rich in Culture and History and is home to many tourism attractions, shopping, vibrant bars & Award-winning Restaurants- Kildare offers something for everyone.

At Home Cocktail Recipes with Killashee

Staying in is the new going out & we have you covered with fresh, easy and tasty cocktail recipes. We hope you have fun creating some at home cocktails and don’t forget to tag us in your creations!

Important Notice Concerning Covid-19

We recognize that the COVID-19 virus has required all of us to be more mindful as we go through our daily activities. Our hotel’s health and safety measures are designed to address a broad spectrum of viruses, including COVID-19, and cover everything from handwashing hygiene and cleaning product specifications to guest room and common area cleaning procedures.

Day Trips from Kildare

We have complied a list of ‘Day Trips’ which are within an hour’s drive from Kildare for you to make the most of your trip to Ireland!

Corporate Away Day at Killashee

Companies are increasingly looking for new and exciting ways to improve their Team’s Spirit and Efficiency. A Corporate Away day at Killashee is a fun filled energetic way to stimulate people and help them connect with one another.

The Perfect Girls Trip

So, you have decided you need a Girls Trip, the next step is to pick a destination to suit everyone’s needs like good food, vibrant bars, shopping and of course self-care. Killashee Hotel in County Kildare can offer you all you need, onsite or minutes away!

‘Let Yourself Glow’ package with Kildare Village Outlet

The Ultimate Luxury Shopping & Spa Experience – Enjoy and Overnight Stay at Killashee Hotel, with Breakfast the following Morning, shop at Kildare Village Outlet with an exclusive 10% Discount Card, Experience the Irish Moss & Wild Lavender Body Ritual at the Killashee award winning Spa

Killashee Signature Treatment

Our award-winning spa is only 30 minutes from Ireland’s Capital and is truly a haven of tranquility. The Spa is located on acres of magnificent gardens, woodland trails and parkland areas, combine your Day Spa with Afternoon Tea or an Overnight stay and explore our grounds and surrounding areas.

Winter Warmer Package

Warm up this winter and melt the stresses away with Killashee Spa’s ‘Winter Warmer’ Package. Our award-winning spa is only 30 minutes from Ireland’s Capital and is truly a haven of tranquility. The Spa is located on acres of magnificent gardens, woodland trails and parkland areas, combine your Day Spa with Afternoon Tea or an Overnight stay and explore our grounds and surrounding areas.

Winter Wedding Trends with Killashee

Winter is such a magical time to get married, don’t you agree? Think cosy fireplaces, rich colour palettes and comfy interiors. Let’s not forget all the festive decorations during this time of Year adding a truly special touch to any winter wedding

Top Wedding Trends 2020

We know planning a wedding can be a little overwhelming at times, we have put together a list of Top Trends for 2020/2021 to merely give you some inspiration for your big day.

The Ultimate Bridal Countdown

We all have a vision of how we’ll look when we get married… we see ourselves glowing with radiance. In this vision people gasp at our beauty. But then dawns the reality and stress of planning a wedding. Church or registry office, venue, band, photographer.... The list is endless. As the bride (and remember you are the most important part!) it is imperative that you have your own plan of action for your beauty routine. If you don’t invest time and effort in yourself in the run up to your big day people will be gasping for all the wrong reasons!

Gardening Tips from Killashee's Estate Manager

Killashee is set on acres on Magnificent Gardens, Woodland Areas and Parkland Trails. It is our Estate Manager of 33 years, Tony Hanlon’s Pride and Joy.We sat down with Tony to learn all his Tips & Tricks he has picked up over the years and we are here to share them with you!

Killashee Wedding Packages 2020

You’ve found the perfect person to spend the rest of your life with, now find the perfect setting to honour it and live on forever in your memory. Step into a haven of timeless romance and let your happily ever after start with Killashee. Steeped in history nestled in the rich Kildare countryside with acres of manicured gardens, parkland trails and woodland areas.

Elemis Biotec Facials at Killashee Spa

We are delighted to announce we have Elemis BIOTEC Facials available at Killashee Spa. It delivers the next generation of Elemis facial, setting new standards with a fusion of technology and touch. This unique facial combines new machine technologies seamlessly with hands-on therapy, creating immediate and long-term results while targeting specific skincare needs. Powerful plant actives work with the body’s natural bio-electrical field and enhance the skins ability to rejuvenate, resurface and radiate.

'Your Way, Your Day' Day Spa Package

Our New Day Spa Package lets you customise and personalise your day by allowing you to choose your own treatments.

Rasul Treatment at Killashee Spa

The Rasul treatment is a traditional Arabian cleansing ritual that will relax, cleanse & detoxify your body. It combines the health properties of heat, steam and mud

Irish National Stud

Summer at the Irish National Stud, when the sun is shining this really is a special place to visit. Children's Play area, picnic benches, stunning gardens, museum and amazing horses.

Lullymore Heritage Park

Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park was opened in 1993. The Park is set on 60 acres of breath-taking landscape and explores Irish heritage, culture and environment with woodland/peat land trails, gardens and exhibitions.

Russborough House

Russborough House is located in the beautiful countryside near Blessington. This House is spectacular with a fabulous wooden playground, fairy trail and walkways. There is also a walled garden & maze to explore that is fun for all the family. The tea rooms offer the perfect refreshments and you can pick up a souvenir in their gift shop.

Donadea Forest Park

The Donadea Forest Park is in north-west Kildare, a half an hour’s drive from Killashee hotel. It is a mixed woodland of 243 hectares.

Saoirse ar an uisce - Freedom on the water

SAOÍRSE AR AN UÍSCE - FREEDOM ON THE WATER Saoirse ar an Uisce is an inland waterways 12 person passenger boat providing daily cruises along the Grand Canal. The booking office is located in Monasterevin, County Kildare and the cruise operates out of Tullamore Harbour, County Offaly.

The Curragh Military Museum

Many years ago the military has become part of the Curragh and in Kildare, the Curragh is part of us. The history dates back to prehistoric times; the Fianna used to meet at the Hill of Allen; Henry II camped at the Curragh on his way to Dublin in 1171; the Jacobite army trained here in 1686-1687 and in 1855, the British after establishing a permanent post, trained men to go and fight in the Boer War and the trenches of the Somme during the World War I.