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Kinnitty Castle Hotel

Kinnitty Village
Rated 8.6 in 686 reviews

Kinnitty Castle Hotel, nestled in the picturesque village of Kinnitty in Ireland, is a charming destination that offers guests a unique blend of historic elegance and modern comfort. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, this hotel is a transformed 19th-century Gothic revival castle, providing a distinctly Irish experience.

As you approach Kinnitty Castle Hotel, the sight of its imposing turrets and expansive grounds sets the scene for a stay steeped in history and charm. Inside, the hotel's interiors reflect a dedication to maintaining its historical essence, with ornate wood paneling, grand chandeliers, and period-style furnishings creating an atmosphere that transports you back in time. Each room in the hotel is uniquely decorated, offering an authentic castle experience with modern amenities for comfort.

The hotel is an ideal location for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. Guests can explore acres of landscaped gardens or partake in activities such as walking trails, cycling, and horse riding in the surrounding countryside. In addition, the castle's library, drawing rooms, and dining areas provide quiet spots for relaxation and reflection.

Dining at Kinnitty Castle Hotel is an experience in itself, with the Sli Dala Restaurant serving a variety of carefully crafted dishes that highlight local produce. The Library Bar offers a cozy retreat to enjoy a selection of fine wines, spirits, and local beers.

Kinnitty Castle Hotel is a captivating choice for those seeking a memorable stay in an authentic Irish castle setting, offering a harmonious blend of old-world charm and contemporary amenities.

Climate and Weather

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Michelin Restaurants in Kinnitty and near Kinnitty Castle Hotel

Saighir
Saighir
Monastic site in Leinster, Ireland
6.6km / 4.1mi
Saint Kieran's RC Church
Church in Bellhill, County Offaly, Ireland
6.4km / 4mi
Ballyboy Church, site of
Church in Ballyboy, County Offaly, Ireland
7.8km / 4.9mi
Leap Castle
Leap Castle
Castle
10.8km / 6.7mi
Saint Bridget's
Church in Mountbolus, County Offaly, Ireland
11.4km / 7.1mi
Birr Castle
Birr Castle
17th century castle with demesne and historic telescope
13.9km / 8.7mi
Birr Heritage Centre
Birr Heritage Centre
Listed school building on John's Mall in Birr, Co. Offaly, now in use as museum
13.5km / 8.4mi
Saint Brendan's Church
Saint Brendan's Church
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.5km / 8.4mi
Saint Brendans Church
Saint Brendans Church
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.6km / 8.5mi
Wesleyan Chapel
Wesleyan Chapel
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.6km / 8.5mi
Leviathan of Parsonstown
Leviathan of Parsonstown
Telescope
14.1km / 8.8mi
St. Lua's Church
Church in Ballinla, County Laois, Ireland
15.9km / 9.9mi
Cloncourse Castle (ruins)
Cloncourse Castle (ruins)
Ruined castle in County Laois, Ireland
15.7km / 9.8mi
Roscrea Castle
Roscrea Castle
Castle in County Tipperary, Ireland
17.6km / 11mi
St. Cronan's Church
St. Cronan's Church
Church of Ireland church building in Roscrea
17.5km / 10.9mi
Monaincha Abbey
Monaincha Abbey
Church in Ireland
17.7km / 11mi
Roscrea Friary
Roscrea Friary
Medieval Franciscan friary and National Monument located in Roscrea, Ireland
17.9km / 11.1mi
Roscrea Round Tower
Roscrea Round Tower
Round tower and National monument in Roscrea
17.5km / 10.9mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Cloghan, County Offaly, Ireland
17.8km / 11.1mi
Roscrea Church
Roscrea Church
Church building in County Tipperary, Ireland
17.5km / 10.9mi
Ballaghmore Castle
Ballaghmore Castle
16km / 10mi
Gallen Priory
Gallen Priory
Church building in County Offaly, Ireland
19.3km / 12mi
Saint Peter's Church
Saint Peter's Church
Church in County Laois, Ireland
19km / 11.8mi
Mount Saint Joseph's Abbey
Mount Saint Joseph's Abbey
18.5km / 11.5mi
Loughkeen Church
Church in County Tipperary, Ireland
19.1km / 11.9mi
Church of The Annunciation
Church of The Annunciation
Church in Carrig, County Tipperary, Ireland
18.3km / 11.4mi
Saint Mary's
Church in County Offaly, Ireland
19.4km / 12.1mi
Charleville Castle
Charleville Castle
Castle in County Offaly, Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
Ballycowan Castle
Ballycowan Castle
Castle / Fortified House in County Offaly, Ireland
21.6km / 13.4mi
St. Rynagh’s Church
Church in Banagher, County Offaly, Ireland
20.5km / 12.7mi
Banagher Martello Tower
Banagher Martello Tower
Martello Tower in the townland of Esker, Co. Galway
21.7km / 13.5mi
Saint Patrick's Church
Church in Rockforest, County Tipperary, Ireland
20.5km / 12.8mi
Clonenagh Church
Clonenagh Church
Ruin of a church building in County Laois, Ireland
21.7km / 13.5mi
St Carthach's Church
St Carthach's Church
Church building in County Offaly, Ireland
20.5km / 12.7mi
Killeigh (C of I)
Killeigh (C of I)
Church in County Offaly, Ireland
20.9km / 13mi
Saint Mary's Shinrone
Church in Shinrone, County Offaly, Ireland
20.1km / 12.5mi
Saint Manchan's Church
Church building in County Offaly, Ireland
21.2km / 13.2mi
Saint Mella's Cell
Ruined oratory in County Offaly, Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
Aghaboe Priory
Aghaboe Priory
Ruin in Leinster, Ireland
24km / 14.9mi
The Island Church
Church in Kilpatrick, County Offaly, Ireland
23.3km / 14.5mi
The Church of the Assumption
Church in County Laois, Ireland
23.9km / 14.9mi
Corbally Christ Church
Church in Cappalahan, County Tipperary, Ireland
22.3km / 13.9mi
Saint Burchin's Church
Church in Ballyhenry, County Tipperary, Ireland
23.9km / 14.9mi
Aghaboe Motte
Aghaboe Motte
Archaeological site in Co. Laois
23.9km / 14.8mi
Methodist Church
Methodist Church
Church in County Offaly, Ireland
23.9km / 14.8mi

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Saighir
Saighir
Monastic site in Leinster, Ireland
6.6km / 4.1mi
Saint Kieran's RC Church
Church in Bellhill, County Offaly, Ireland
6.4km / 4mi
Ballyboy Church, site of
Church in Ballyboy, County Offaly, Ireland
7.8km / 4.9mi
Leap Castle
Leap Castle
Castle
10.8km / 6.7mi
Saint Bridget's
Church in Mountbolus, County Offaly, Ireland
11.4km / 7.1mi
Birr Castle
Birr Castle
17th century castle with demesne and historic telescope
13.9km / 8.7mi
Birr Heritage Centre
Birr Heritage Centre
Listed school building on John's Mall in Birr, Co. Offaly, now in use as museum
13.5km / 8.4mi
Saint Brendan's Church
Saint Brendan's Church
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.5km / 8.4mi
Saint Brendans Church
Saint Brendans Church
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.6km / 8.5mi
Wesleyan Chapel
Wesleyan Chapel
Church in Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
13.6km / 8.5mi
Leviathan of Parsonstown
Leviathan of Parsonstown
Telescope
14.1km / 8.8mi
St. Lua's Church
Church in Ballinla, County Laois, Ireland
15.9km / 9.9mi
Cloncourse Castle (ruins)
Cloncourse Castle (ruins)
Ruined castle in County Laois, Ireland
15.7km / 9.8mi
Roscrea Castle
Roscrea Castle
Castle in County Tipperary, Ireland
17.6km / 11mi
St. Cronan's Church
St. Cronan's Church
Church of Ireland church building in Roscrea
17.5km / 10.9mi
Monaincha Abbey
Monaincha Abbey
Church in Ireland
17.7km / 11mi
Roscrea Friary
Roscrea Friary
Medieval Franciscan friary and National Monument located in Roscrea, Ireland
17.9km / 11.1mi
Roscrea Round Tower
Roscrea Round Tower
Round tower and National monument in Roscrea
17.5km / 10.9mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Cloghan, County Offaly, Ireland
17.8km / 11.1mi
Roscrea Church
Roscrea Church
Church building in County Tipperary, Ireland
17.5km / 10.9mi
Ballaghmore Castle
Ballaghmore Castle
16km / 10mi
Gallen Priory
Gallen Priory
Church building in County Offaly, Ireland
19.3km / 12mi
Saint Peter's Church
Saint Peter's Church
Church in County Laois, Ireland
19km / 11.8mi
Mount Saint Joseph's Abbey
Mount Saint Joseph's Abbey
18.5km / 11.5mi
Loughkeen Church
Church in County Tipperary, Ireland
19.1km / 11.9mi
Church of The Annunciation
Church of The Annunciation
Church in Carrig, County Tipperary, Ireland
18.3km / 11.4mi
Saint Mary's
Church in County Offaly, Ireland
19.4km / 12.1mi
Charleville Castle
Charleville Castle
Castle in County Offaly, Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
Ballycowan Castle
Ballycowan Castle
Castle / Fortified House in County Offaly, Ireland
21.6km / 13.4mi
St. Rynagh’s Church
Church in Banagher, County Offaly, Ireland
20.5km / 12.7mi

About Kinnitty

Kinnitty, Ireland, is a quaint village that offers a variety of experiences for visitors seeking to immerse themselves in its rich history and natural beauty. One of the most notable attractions in the area is Kinnitty Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. The castle has been beautifully restored and now operates as a hotel, allowing guests to explore its historic architecture while enjoying modern amenities.

For those interested in the local culture, the village has a small but welcoming community, where you can engage with locals and experience traditional Irish hospitality. The local pubs often host live music, providing an authentic atmosphere to enjoy the sounds of Ireland.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding landscapes, including the Slieve Bloom Mountains. This area offers numerous walking and hiking trails that cater to various skill levels, allowing for a peaceful communion with nature and stunning views of the countryside.

Nearby, you can also find the historical sites of the region, such as the ruins of the medieval church and the ancient stone circle, which provide insight into the area's heritage. Exploring these sites can enrich your understanding of the local history and culture.

Lastly, Kinnitty is conveniently located for day trips to other towns and attractions in County Offaly, making it a suitable base for exploring the broader region. The combination of historical sites, natural beauty, and local charm makes Kinnitty a place worth visiting.




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