Carton House, A Fairmont Hotel
Dublin, Kildare and Wicklow, Ireland · ★★★★★ · 9.2/10 Exceptional · guest rating
A historic manor hotel in County Kildare, about 36 minutes from Dublin Airport, with 36 holes of golf on the estate, a spa and three restaurants.
Carton House is a five-star country estate hotel in Maynooth, County Kildare, run as A Fairmont Hotel. The main house is an 18th-century manor set in extensive grounds, and photos show a grand historic facade, a hotel bar, a library with bookshelves and bright, well-proportioned rooms. Room types and layouts vary, so check the details of the room you plan to book.
Guests can golf, swim in the indoor pool, relax in the spa with sauna and steam room, or stay active with fitness classes, tennis, archery, fishing and free bicycle rental. There are three restaurants, a wine tasting room and a library. Families will find a children's pool, and the hotel lists parking, WiFi and pet-friendly stays. Opening hours and services can change by season, so confirm them with the hotel before you travel.
Golf at this hotel
- Carton House Golf Club: 36 holes on the estate
- Driving range, golf clubhouse and pro shop listed
- Pro lessons, golf carts and club hire available
- Club is listed a short drive from the hotel; confirm access
- Spa, sauna and indoor pool for time off the course
The setting
The hotel stands on a large parkland estate west of Dublin, with lawns, mature trees and the Rye River close by. The feel is that of a traditional country house with modern resort facilities. It suits golfers, couples on a countryside break and visitors who want a base within reach of Dublin without staying in the city. Atmosphere and activity levels can vary by season, so check with the hotel for your dates.
Facilities
- 36-hole golf course
- Driving range and pro shop
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Children's pool
- Sauna and steam room
- 3 restaurants
- Bar
- Wine tasting room
- Fitness classes
- Tennis courts
- Free bicycle rental
- Free WiFi
- Electric car charging
Location
Carton House is in Maynooth, County Kildare, in the Dublin and Kildare region. The listing gives Dublin Airport as about 36 minutes by car and the Guinness Storehouse about 31 minutes. Leixlip Confey Station is a 10-minute drive and the Rye River a 4-minute walk. Maynooth Castle is also close by.
Address: Maynooth, Kildare, Ireland
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Frequently asked questions
Is the golf course at the hotel?
The listing describes Carton House Golf Club, with 36 holes, a driving range and a clubhouse, on the estate. It also lists a short drive to the club, so confirm with the hotel how guests reach the first tee.
How far is the hotel from Dublin Airport?
The listing gives about 36 minutes by car to Dublin Airport. Traffic can change journey times, so allow extra time and ask the hotel about transfers or the best route.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The on-site spa offers treatments such as reflexology, Swedish massage and body scrubs, and there is a sauna and steam room. Check the current treatment list and opening hours before booking.
Can I bring a pet?
The property is listed as pet friendly. Conditions, such as size limits and where animals may go, vary, so ask the hotel before you travel.
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