Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel
Maynooth, Ireland
Carton Demesne, Maynooth, County Kildare, Maynooth, Ireland, W23 TD98
Original Property Opened in 1739
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2023
Starting in the mid-eighteenth century, when Robert FitzGerald, the 19th Earl of Kildare received the Carton House grounds to use in service of the Crown, the house and its grounds have risen as a testament to a classic Georgian manor house. Generations of subsequent owners have developed the opulent architecture, décor and landscape on the estate since the initial house was commissioned in 1739. Ultimately, it became a significant landscape in County Kildare, and played host to many famous figures of the twentieth century, including Peter Sellers, Rock Hudson and Princess Grace of Monaco.
In this century, the beautiful environs of Carton House are more available to the public than ever. Guests can stay in the house and its neighboring Garden Wing, enjoying original architectural details mixed with modern amenities. They can dine on everything from local Irish favorites to ambitious tasting menus in Carton House’s selection of restaurants. The resort also features luxury spa and wellness options, champion golf courses among other outdoor activities and spaces for any kind of events, from board meetings to weddings.
Discover
- Discover the 1730s Gold Salon, one of Carton House’s earliest architectural marvels, with its gentle hue and ornate baroque plasterwork.
- Take in the ornate gardens and grounds of Carton House, by foot or by bicycle.
- Learn about the visits of the twentieth-century stars who considered the house a paradise retreat, such as Peter Sellers, Rock Hudson and Princess Grace of Monaco.
Explore
- Tour the collection of the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA), less than forty-five minutes away, for a contemporary twist on the Georgian Carton House experience.
- Take a turn among the range of local and exotic plants and flowers being conserved at the National Botanic Gardens, less than forty minutes away.
- Explore everything from decorative arts and local history to archaeology and local architecture at the local branches of the National Museum of Ireland, about thirty minutes away.
Experience
- Take in new landscapes from the many cycling options in the area. Riders can enjoy over a hundred kilometers of trails in the area, both on the estate and on the nearby Royal Canal Greenway, as well as the opportunity to mountain bike and go off track.
- Soar above the ordinary with falconry sessions on the grounds. Learn about the birds of prey on-site, including hawks, owls, falcons and golden eagles and take a hawk walk and some photos alongside Carton House’s expert falconer.
- Fish the stocked lake and other local waterways at Carton House. Visitors can spin or fly-fish for pike, salmon and trout. Relax on the water or develop new skills with the resort’s fly-fishing instructors.
Taste
- Indulge in an eight-course tasting experience at the celebrated Morrison Room, enjoying ambitious dishes in an elegant setting.
- Take afternoon tea with the family in Carton House’s traditional settings, including the famed Gold Salon and the adjoining rose garden.
- Watch live chef demonstrations at Kathleen’s Kitchen, situated in the former servants’ kitchens, before enjoying traditional Irish dishes sourced from local ingredients.
FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS
Featured Offer
Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotelsWorldwide.com and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States, a member of the International National Trusts Organisation.
