Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel
Maynooth, Kildare, Ireland · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
WELCOME TO CARTON HOUSE As you step through the doors of our magnificent hotel where the old and new blend seamlessly together, you are taking a step back in time to experience the lives of the Irish aristocracy who once resided here. The original period details of the manor house merge harmoniously with the contemporary luxury touches one would expect to find from a luxury resort, perfectly paired with a warm Irish welcome to create an unforgettable guest experience. Pause in time at Carton and enjoy a unique and inspiring experience. This timeless Palladian mansion is set on 1,100 acres of sweeping Kildare parkland waiting for you to explore its history and heritage, its nature and…
Once the home of Irish aristocrats, Carlton House makes you feel like royalty the second you step onto the 1,100-acre walled estate. Stay in the elegant garden wing or 18th-century manor house. Feast on 7-course dinners curated by Chef Charles Degrendele in the opulent Morrison Room. And follow in the footsteps of golfing greats on the hotel’s two championship courses, Montgomerie, with its challenging inland links, and O’Meara, which meanders through the property’s ancient woodlands.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- In-Room Welcome Amenity of plated seasonal food & beverage
- Bookings of 3+ nights in Manor House Suites will receive an additional $100 Hotel credit (for a total of $200 during stay)
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
Current offers
- 4th Night Free — through 2027-09-30 · Enjoy an unforgettable escape at Carton House, Fairmont. Stay a little longer & savour more: Book 3 nights and get your 4th night free, giving you extra time to relax, explore and indulge in this stunning Irish estate. Just 30 minutes from Dublin airport and Dublin city centre.
In the know
Schedule a whiskey tasting in the hotel’s Whiskey Library, where you’ll find an expansive selection of over 100 pot stills, malts, and bourbons from around the world.
The property, in facts
| Where | Carton Demesne, Maynooth, Kildare, Ireland |
|---|---|
| Category | Resort / Leisure |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Fairmont |
| Hotel group | Accor |
| Rooms | 169 |
| Room types | 11 |
| Nearest airport | Dublin (DUB) · 12 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Adventure, Golf, Wellness |
Rooms and suites
- House Presidential Suites — The moment you step across the threshold of our opulent House Presidential Suite, the grandeur of yesteryear becomes apparent - historical luxury in the most…
- Fairmont Signature Suites — Enjoy even more bedroom and living space and a breath of fresh air in our Fairmont Signature Garden Suites. These large rooms have a separate sitting room and…
- Fairmont Deluxe Guestroom — Relax in modern luxury with a stay in our Fairmont Deluxe guestrooms. Simply relax and unwind in the unique and beautiful surroundings of Carton House while we…
- House Superior Staterooms — Our bespoke House Superior Staterooms have retained many of their original Victorian features for you to enjoy. Tastefully partnered with every modern…
- House Deluxe Staterooms — Our House Deluxe Staterooms have retained many of their original Victorian features partnered with every modern convenience. These guest rooms offer…
- Fairmont Guestroom — Immerse yourself in modern luxury with a stay in our Fairmont guestrooms. Located in the Garden wing we leave you with nothing more to do than relax and take…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Mini Bar · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service
What advisors say
100% of the 1 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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