Barberstown Castle Hotel Straffan, Straffan ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Straffan, Straffan, Ireland

Barberstown Castle is a historic 13th Century castle located in Straffan, Co. Kildare, just 25 miles from Dublin. Originally functioning as a guesthouse in 1971, it has evolved into a 55-bedroom Four-Star Country House Hotel. The property showcases unique architectural features resulting from various expansions, including the 1830s wing added by Mr. Hugh Barton.

Location

The castle is centrally located in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East, making it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding Kildare countryside. With easy access to major motorways, it offers convenient travel options to Dublin and nearby attractions. Guests are welcomed into a tranquil environment immersed in history and natural beauty.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including Superior and Deluxe Rooms that combine old-world charm with modern amenities. Lavish Junior Suites feature Four Poster Beds and spacious living areas, ensuring a luxurious stay. Each room is designed to provide a tranquil atmosphere and unique decor filled with period antiques.

Eat & Drink

Guests can choose from multiple dining venues, including the fine dining Barton Room Restaurant and the casual Garden Bar. The menu is crafted by Executive Head Chef Bertrand Malabat, blending Irish and French cuisines with locally sourced ingredients. Afternoon Tea is a popular offering, featuring a selection of pastries, scones, and finely cut sandwiches.

Leisure & Business

Barberstown Castle provides facilities for business retreats and corporate gatherings, with spaces that accommodate up to 280 guests. The venue includes beautiful landscaped gardens for outdoor activities and bespoke event catering options. Guests can also enjoy leisure activities nearby, including golf courses and local attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Junior Suite

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2 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

38 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Straffan4000 ft

Airports

Dublin (DUB) 22.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Sleeping

“The four-poster bed in our room was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Superb Cuisine

“I was blown away by the quality of the food; every course, from the calamari to the chocolate cake, was simply divine.” view full review

Accessible Venue

“The layout of the wedding reception venue was spacious and easy to navigate, ensuring everyone felt included.” view full review

Great Shower Experience

“The shower in the bathroom had fantastic pressure and temperature control, making it a truly refreshing experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Archery
Fishing

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Straffan, Straffan, Ireland

Map view

Straffan, Straffan, Ireland

City landmarks

Ovidstown

Straffan Butterfly Farm

1.4 mi

Lodge Park

The Steam Musem

3000 ft

Barberstown Castle

5300 ft

Taghadoe

2.1 mi

Taghadoe

Tagdahoe Chapel

2.1 mi

Cemetery

Tea Lane Graveyard

2.7 mi

Castletown House & Parklands

Castletown House

3.7 mi

Main Street

Arthur Guinness Statue

3.1 mi

Farm

Clonfert Pet Farm

3.9 mi

Castle

Maynooth Castle

4.1 mi

Alexandra Manor

Liffey Walk

3.8 mi

Church

Saint Patrick's College Maynooth and Pontifical University

4.0 mi

The Mill Shopping Centre

The Manor Mill Wheel

4.1 mi

Carton House

The Kildare Gallery

4.1 mi

Church

St Mary's Church

4.2 mi

Nearby

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The Steam Museum & Lodge Park Walled Garden

1900 ft

Spa Center

The K Spa

1400 ft

Restaurants

Quirc Cafe

400 ft

Lodgepark

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Edward

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.8/10

The hotel offers a cozy stay with excellent service and beautiful grounds. The rooms feature comfy four-poster beds and pleasing decor, though some may find the prices slightly high. The service is top-notch with friendly and professional staff. The location is picturesque with beautiful gardens, ideal for a relaxing getaway. The dining experience is delightful, especially the golden malted waffles. Overall, a charming hotel with great facilities.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are stylishly decorated with comfy four-poster beds and excellent showers.

Service

9.0

The staff members are friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful.

Location

9.0

Nestled in beautiful grounds, the hotel provides a serene and lovely setting for guests.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is a highlight, especially the delicious golden malted waffles.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Anthony

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room with a comfy four-poster bed was delightful, and the shower was excellent. Access to terrace dining was a lovely touch. The service was top-notch, with every staff member being friendly and exceptionally helpful. The beautiful grounds added to the overall charm. The dining experience, while included, was mainly focused on omelettes. The facilities were well-maintained, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The room with a comfy four-poster bed was cozy and inviting.

Service

9.0

The staff members were superbly friendly and professional.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in beautiful grounds enhancing the overall experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience mainly revolved around omelettes but was included in the stay.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and catered to my needs.

Peter

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.4/10

The hotel is nestled in beautiful grounds with a serene atmosphere. The rooms offer a charming experience with a 4 poster bed and lovely decor, although no music is provided. The service is exceptional, with every staff member displaying professionalism and friendliness. The dining experience is delightful with good meat options. A great location in the lovely gardens enhances the overall stay. However, the lack of varied dining choices and price issues may be drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are beautifully decorated with a 4 poster bed and access to terrace dining.

Service

9.0

The service here is top-notch, every staff member I encountered was friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in stunning grounds, surrounded by beautiful gardens and easily accessible from the motorway.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, especially the good meat options included.