Eco Hotels in Kildare Ireland 2026 — 150 from €72/night

Why stay in Kildare

Kildare — Thoroughbred Country

Kildare is Ireland's horse country. The Curragh — a 5,000-acre open limestone plain — has been the centre of Irish flat racing since at least 1741, and the county has more registered thoroughbred studs than any other in Europe. The Irish National Stud near Kildare town has exceptional Japanese Gardens. Kildare Village is Ireland's largest designer outlet shopping centre. The county is 35 minutes from Dublin by train.

The Curragh — Irish flat racing heartland since 1741, home of the Irish Derby
Irish National Stud — thoroughbred horses, remarkable Japanese Gardens (1906–10)
Kildare Village — 90+ designer outlet stores, 45 min from Dublin

Horse RacingThoroughbredsKildare VillageGrand Canal35min Dublin

At a glance

CountyKildare

ProvinceLeinster

Hotels150

From€72/night

Train to Dublin35 min

Drive to Dublin35 min

Best areas to stay in Kildare

Whether you want to be in the heart of things or prefer a quieter base with easy access to the main attractions, Kildare has options across every budget. Book through IMPT — lowest price guarantee — same as Booking.com or better on every property, with 1 tonne of CO² removed from the atmosphere per booking at no extra cost to you.

Getting to Kildare

Ireland's transport network connects the major towns by bus and rail. For rural areas, a hire car gives the most flexibility. Most airports and ferry ports have car hire desks. Bus Éireann covers all major routes; Irish Rail serves the main corridor towns.

Why carbon-neutral travel matters in Kildare

Choosing sustainable accommodation in Kildare is one of the most direct ways to reduce the environmental impact of your trip. IMPT lists green-certified hotels, eco-friendly guesthouses, and responsible travel options across the county — all at the same price as major booking platforms. Whether you're looking for a low-carbon city stay or an environmentally friendly rural retreat, every booking removes 1 tonne of verified CO₂.

Ireland's landscapes are among the most climate-sensitive in Europe. Atlantic sea temperature rise, shifting seabird populations, and bog ecosystem changes are all measurable here. Every IMPT booking removes 1 tonne of CO² — approximately 28 times the carbon produced by the average hotel night — verified on-chain and publicly auditable.

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Questions answered

About eco hotels in Kildare

What is The Curragh?

A 5,000-acre open limestone plain in central Kildare that has been Ireland's flat racing heartland since at least 1741. The Curragh Racecourse hosts all five Irish Classic races, including the Irish Derby.

What are the Japanese Gardens at the Irish National Stud?

Designed by Tassa Eida in 1906–10, the gardens represent the life of a human being from birth to eternity through Japanese landscape symbolism. Considered among Europe's finest Japanese gardens.

How far is Kildare from Dublin?

35 minutes by train from Heuston Station. 40 minutes by car on the M7. Naas, Kildare's largest town, is 30 minutes from the M50 ring road.

What is Kildare Village?

Ireland's largest designer outlet centre near Kildare town, with 90+ brand stores at significant discounts. Very popular with day-trippers from Dublin, Belfast and the UK.

What is Castletown House?

The finest Palladian mansion in Ireland, built 1722 in Celbridge. At 140 metres the longest unbroken facade of any Irish country house. Free to visit the grounds. Interior tours available.

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Choosing sustainable accommodation and eco-friendly hotels in Kildare directly benefits the landscapes you're visiting. Every green-certified stay booked through IMPT removes 1 tonne of CO₂ — responsible travel that costs no more than a standard booking.