For the Couples Longing for a Romantic Breakaway
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, its time to start planning your Romantic Staycation – whether you’ve just said ‘I do’, gotten engaged or simply longing for some quality time together, Killashee Hotel is the perfect destination to rekindle the love and make new special memories together.
The Historic Killashee Hotel is set amidst the picturesque countryside of Co Kildare. Our central location in Naas Town, offers the special opportunity to enjoy The Wonders of County Kildare – such as; Kildare Village, National Stud & Japanese Gardens, Lullymore Heritage Park, Newbridge Silverware & Russborough House
For the Adventurous ones… Immerse yourself into the great outdoors together. We are 20 minutes away from The Avon at Blessington Lakes which offer fabulous views of the Wicklow Mountains and boasts various outdoor activities from wilderness walking to wind-whipped water activities, from peaceful greenway biking to peaceful yoga, with archery, climbing and ziplining in between.
The Avon have an array of food services, including their outdoor food village, on offer to satisfy your hunger after an adventurous day of activities which you can enjoy in a holiday vibe atmosphere overlooking the Wicklow Mountains & Blessington Lake.
- Walkers Cafe
- The Bug Blue Bus
- Cookie Do
- Sweet Churros
- Big Dog Burgers
- Dockers Bar
For the Foodie ones… Killashee Hotel is situated minutes away from 2 fabulous Cookery Schools, roll up your sleeves, put the apron on (Chef’s hat optional) and come together over a love of all thing’s food.
‘’Kalbarri is a family-run cookery school and catering business operating from Kilcullen in Co. Kildare. With an emphasis on wholesome family cooking from the freshest ingredients, Siobhan Murphy and her culinary team provide a range of cookery services including; cookery classes, event catering and offers you the opportunity to host your own group of family and friends for a dining experience to remember at Kalbarri’s Lantern Room.
With a realistic approach to cooking, our style is enjoyable and fulfilling, while still looking and tasting amazing. Using uncomplicated recipes all devised in-house, we keep food as natural as possible and this is what makes us different, and why people come back to us - we love real food.’’
‘‘Located in the heart of the market square, and under the shadow of St Brigids Cathedrel in Kildare town. Firecastle is an artisan grocers, a delicatessen, a bakery and a café with cookery school and 10 en suite guest bedrooms. This local store aims to carry as much as its shelves can bear, with an emphasis on quality, taste, and provenance. We source many of our products locally from renowned Artisan producers. Inside our store, you will find a whole range of products from fresh vegetables to fresh breads and pastries. Our sandwiches, soups and Firecastle fresh range all prepared fresh daily.’’
For the Wild ones… Located 10 minutes from Killashee on the Historic Grand Canal of Sallins is Kildare Brewing Company. Hit Kildare’s 1st ever ‘Brewpub’ running, tour the brewery, taste the beer and learn everything you need to know about the brewhouse up close and personal.
Further on 20 minutes from Killashee, in the built-up town of Newbridge sits the hidden gem that is ‘The Wine Buff’. Guaranteed a night of good fun, great company and of course lots of wine. Dive into all things wine as you expand your taste buds and knowledge.
For the Relaxed ones … Indulge in a calming afternoon at Killashee spa- Warm your soul with our Hydrotherapy Pool, Lounge in our Relaxation Suite with a book and immerse yourself into a treatment together.
Our Top Pick for Couple’s Treatment - ‘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. Apply nourishing mud to the entire body & enter an exotic steam room, as you relax under a twinkling night sky the chamber fills with steam & the mud penetrates the skin. A warm tropical shower will rain down upon you to wash away the mud & leave your skin silk to the touch.
Why not check out our Overnight Spa Escape Packages here
For the Simple Life… Why not ecaspe off-site to a Barge Trip- Departing and Returning to Sallins, 10 minutes from Killashee, The Barge Trip is a unique way to see Kildare. Their traditional canal barge is heated and has outdoor seating on the front and back decks. There are toilet facilities and a bar on-board.
