The K Club (Ireland/Straffan) - UPDATED 2016 Hotel Reviews

Highlights

Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar/Lounge
Spa
Free Parking
Free Breakfast

About the property

Non-Smoking Hotel
Wheelchair access

Things to do

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar/Lounge
Spa
Hot Tub
Golf course
Tennis Court

Room types

Non-Smoking Rooms
Suites
Family Rooms

Internet

Free Internet
Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )

Services

Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Meeting Rooms
Laundry Service
Concierge
Banquet Room
Conference Facilities
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Shuttle Bus Service
Free Parking
Airport Transportation
Free Breakfast
Business Center with Internet Access
Babysitting

Official Description (provided by the hotel)

The K Club, Ireland's First AA 5 Red Star Hotel, is located in the heart of the idyllic Irish countryside on the banks of the River Liffey in Straffan, Co.Kildare This long standing member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts offers the very best of pampering, leisure and golf facilities and is only 30 minutes from Dublin. Built in 1832, on the banks of the River Liffey, the original house was modelled on a French Chateau and still retains many of its original architectural features, art work and antiques. It opened as a luxury hotel in 1991 and was Ireland's first AA Five Red Star Property. To this day it continues to deliver the very highest levels of service and standards in terms of its food and beverage offerings, golf, leisure and spa treatments. The mature estate covers an impressive 550 acres and also features a stunning Victorian walled garden and fishing on the River Liffey which runs through the resort. The resident ghillees offer fly fishing on the river and horse riding and clay pigeon shooting are also available along with a range of different country pursuits. The K Club is home to two Championship Golf Courses- The Palmer Ryder Cup Course and the Palmer Designed Smurfit Course. Hailed among the world's finest golf resorts, The K Club was the chosen venue for the 2006 Ryder Cup and host to the European Open from 1995 to 2007. The K Spa, at The K Club, offers a wide variety of treatments for both men and women. The K Spa is an oasis of calm. The minimalist and contemporary decor sets the scene for pure indulgence and mind and body relaxation. The K Spa also features a secluded outdoor hot tub, aromatic herb garden, seven luxurious treatment rooms, two private suites, a Hamam, a Hydrobath, a Vichey Shower and an exotic Rasul Chamber. One of the spa products used at the spa includes, Voya which is made from organically certified seaweed, hand picked from the west coast of Ireland. A range of award winning dining facilities are available to choose from and include both fine dining and informal options. Our Accommodation is sumptuous and truly luxurious, each bedroom has been individually designed, no two rooms are alike and feature original paintings and antiques, meanwhile the bathrooms incorporate hand painted murals. Culture enthusiasts can enjoy regular art talks and tours of The K Clubs extensive private art and antiques collection with the resident art expert. The K Club is home to many important Irish works and even has a room dedicated to the Irish Expressionist painter, J. B Yeats. The Yeats Room features many of Yeats' important paintings and is a riot of colour and texture. Wine cellar tours are also available with our resident sommelier. Families are well catered for and children will love the kids club which offers arts and crafts, nature walks and games. Children will also enjoy using the swimming pool and junior golf clinics which run during the summer. A baby sitting service is also available upon request. The K Club is the ideal country venue for business and leisure travellers, families, weddings and honey mooners, incentive groups, executive retreats and of course, golfers. ... more

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Additional Information about The K Club

Address: Straffan, Ireland (Formerly The Kildare Hotel, Spa & Country Club)

Location: Ireland > Province of Leinster > County Kildare > Straffan

Price Range: $254 - $678 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

Hotel Class:5 star — The K Club 5*

Number of rooms: 137

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Also Known As:: The k Club Hotel Straffan; k Hotel Straffan; The K Club Ireland/Straffan

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shirtmaker46

Londonderry northern ireland

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69 reviews

24 hotel reviews

62 helpful votes

“My favourite hotel to visit”

Reviewed 3 days ago NEW via mobile

My wife and I returned to the Kclub since their big extension, and found it to be still 5 star with wonderful friendly staff. Mairead at reception , welcomed us back and made us feel special, then Brendan the porter also remembered us from 2 years ago and was always ready with a story to tell. Pat the other porter... More

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shirtmaker46 has 1 more review of The K Club

“This is best hotel after the Burg Al Arab that I have stayed in , the staff are so friendly and the rooms are absolute luxury.”

Reviewed January 9, 2013

jupiter56

Mumbai (Bombay), India

12 reviews

6 hotel reviews

1 helpful vote

“Heaven is 30 minutes from Dublin”

Reviewed 4 days ago NEW via mobile

This old style Edwardian property is so deceptively homely that you cannot believe it is a super luxury five star resort, just 30 minutes from Dublin airport. There is quietness all over but service is warm and silent. No fridge or minibar in huge rooms and huger bathrooms overlooking river Lifey and the golf course where Ryder Cup was held... More

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Chooqueen

39 reviews

15 hotel reviews

32 helpful votes

“Underwhelming for a 5 star hotel”

Reviewed 5 days ago NEW via mobile

We visited K Club for my husband's birthday this year and had high hopes of another Irish winner having had an exemplary experience at Harvey's Point last year Unfortunately, while our room in the new wing was spacious and well appointed, overall the hotel falls short of a true 5 star experience. What do I mean by that? Well first... More

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Shannon C

7 reviews

4 hotel reviews

“Nice Night Away”

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Stayed here on a Thursday night with my boyfriend and we really enjoyed ourselves . The receptionist who checked us in was lovely, a really warm nice lady. Jack took us to our room and it was a nice touch and gave us some history on the hotel and we enjoyed talking to him and he helped us get settled... More

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WBD07

London, United Kingdom

1 review

“Superb K Club”

Reviewed 1 week ago

The K Club certainly has the wow factor and that old fashioned charm that makes you feel it is home away from home. We had a warm and friendly welcome, experienced good service, good food and had a clean and comfortable room. We enjoyed a lovely walk along the River Liffy, the gardens and the estate before supping a cool... More

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Rose S

Birmingham, United Kingdom

21 reviews

19 hotel reviews

23 helpful votes

“Simply perfect!”

Great rooms, great staff and beautiful hotel. It's difficult to find fault. The highlight is the spa as its huge with a really well equipped gym and a lovely selection of relaxation rooms (complete with free hot / cold drinks and fresh fruit) - the hotel reminds me of a more refined and exclusive Celtic Manor (Wales), but the spa... More

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John F

Straffan, Ireland

49 reviews

8 hotel reviews

15 helpful votes

“Lunch on terrace - Drawing Room”

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

After playing golf with my wife on the Smurfit course we decided to have our lunch on the terrace (which is in front of the drawing room) in the main hotel at the K Club. We were greeted by a very friendly waitress called Leah who showed us to our table on the terrace. We asked for some suggestions from... More

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Dear John F Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us here at The K Club. I am please to read that you enjoyed your service from Leah. I know she will delighted to hear that she stood out during your visit. I hope that we get to welcome you back again in the near... More

Garry H

Berkhamsted, United Kingdom

66 reviews

11 hotel reviews

56 helpful votes

“It's a bit tired”

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

All the amenities that a 5 star hotel should have but it just needs sprucing up - some TLC. There's no soul to the place - everything just seems mediocre. The staff are all courteous but I have not seen anybody smile - it's as if they have been told not to. For a great 5* experience go to Powerscourt... More

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Ian G

Canberra, Australia

155 reviews

29 hotel reviews

87 helpful votes

“Extraordinary dinner 30 minutes from Dublin, Ireland”

The K Club is a beautiful golf resort in the town of Straffan, about 30 minutes drive from Dublin. The resort has 3 restaurants, of which the fine dining restaurant is named "the K Club". I have visited more than 60 countries and done over 550 international trips -- and without doubt, this was probably the best restaurant dinner I... More

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Dear Ian G Many thanks for taking the time in reviewing your recent stay with us here at The K Club. I am delightd to be able to pass on your very kind words to our chefs and restaurant staff. It is wonderful to hear that you found our restaruant to be best you can recall - our staff here... More

happytrail2015

Huntersville, North Carolina

3 helpful votes

“A True Treat”

We were fortunate to be able to stay at this beautiful hotel, The room was meticulous in its care. Top of the line amenities. The food was great. The bar was lovely. The staff was the best that I have ever experienced. They treat you like royalty!! If you can swing a couple of nights (or more) do so, You... More

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Dear happytrail2015 Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us here at The K Club. I am delighted to pass on to our staff that you enjoyed their service. I hope that we get to welcome you back for a couple of nights again in the near future. Kind Regards Audrey Brophy Hotel Manager More

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