“I Stayed in One of Ireland’s OLDEST Castles (Was It Worth It?)

I stayed at Kilkea Castle in County Kildare, one of Ireland’s oldest continuously inhabited castles, to see whether this historic estate delivers a genuinely memorable experience—or simply relies on its setting and reputation. Dating back to the 12th century, Kilkea Castle is closely connected to the Fitzgerald family and the legend of the “Wizard Earl.” In this video, I explore: 🏰 The restored castle interiors 📖 The history of the Fitzgerald family 🔮 The legend of the Wizard Earl 🌳 The castle grounds and gardens 🛏️ What it is like to stay overnight 🍽️ The facilities and overall experience 💰 Whether Kilkea Castle offers good value Is Kilkea Castle one of Ireland’s most impressive castle stays, and is it worth adding to an Irish road trip? 📍 Location: Castledermot, County Kildare 🏨 Hotel: Kilkea Castle ⭐ Style: Historic castle hotel and country estate This video is not sponsored, and I paid for the stay myself. Kilkea Castle had no editorial control over this review. 🎒 Travel gear I personally use 🔌 Travel adapter – useful for UK and European trips: https://amzn.to/4tK2gwy 🧳 Packing cubes – helps keep my luggage organised on longer trips: https://amzn.to/4teSFOt 😴 Sleep mask – useful in hotel rooms where the curtains do not fully block the light: https://amzn.to/4cJo9GF Some links are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Have you ever stayed in an Irish castle hotel? Let me know which one you would recommend. Subscribe to Nigel’s Travels for honest hotel reviews, ferry journeys, train travel and value-for-money experiences across Ireland, the UK and Europe. #KilkeaCastle #CountyKildare #IrelandTravel