Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel

5.0 star property

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3 restaurants, breakfast served
Fairmont Presidential Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub

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Maynooth, Maynooth, Kildare, NA
  • Place, Carton House Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Maynooth Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Maynooth University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

House Deluxe Stateroom

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Balcony Double Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Balcony King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Double Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Fairmont King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Presidential Suite

  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Fairmont Rose Garden Suite

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Fairmont Garden Terrace Double Double

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Deluxe King

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lennox Lodge Double room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Fairmont Deluxe Double Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Garden Terrace King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

House Stateroom

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Signature Garden Suite

  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

House Superior Stateroom

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Along with 3 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and a golf course. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, an indoor pool, 2 bars/lounges and a health club are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel offers 169 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts, a health club and complimentary bicycles. An indoor pool, a children's pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rye River. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • For dining with garden views, stop by Morrison Room (Michelin), one of the property's 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served weekends for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to body scrubs, facials or body wraps at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a golf course, 2 outdoor tennis courts and a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the overall condition of the property
  • 11 minutes by car from Carton House Golf Club and 11 minutes from Maynooth Castle
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and outdoor tennis courts. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and 14 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 5490 square feet (510 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the luxury Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Maynooth hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast on weekends from 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Morrison Room (Michelin) – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
The Carriage House – Overlooking the golf course, this brasserie serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Katheen's Kitchen – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
The Courtyard Bar – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.
The Carriage House Pantry – On-site coffee shop. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 32 for adults and EUR 32 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Katheen's Kitchen
  • Morrison Room (Michelin)
  • The Carriage House
  • The Carriage House Pantry
  • The Courtyard Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 36-hole golf course
  • Archery
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (5,490 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1739
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 40.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 80 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 200
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 32 for adults and from EUR 32 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 80 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off EUR200 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Carton House
Carton House Hotel
Carton House Hotel Maynooth
Carton House Maynooth
House Carton
Carton Hotel Maynooth
Carton House Hotel And Golf Club
Carton House
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel Hotel
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel Maynooth
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel Hotel Maynooth
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel (Opening Spring 2021)
Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel (Opening Summer 2021)

Reviews

Carton House a Fairmont Managed Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 210 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

April, Brooklyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, good food options, gym cardio equipment could be better (old, 2 machines out of order). Room was well appointed but a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Elegance in Ireland!

This hotel is castle like. A huge beautiful main building and wings that spread out for additional rooms. Truly, the walk to the lobby was a good 5-7 minutes. Nice patio, good sized room with great amenities. Staff was a bit stuffy which was good with. Try and find our favorite “Ryan Seacrest” truly his twin and a great server. The hotel is set on a magnificent golf course and the Ireland school of golf. Great spot.
Gardens
A lovely cocktail
Lobby
Bar
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming, helpful, and kind. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

It's a delightful hotel with fantastic ground. Highly recommend. Mixed a business trip with pleasure and brought along my wife and 6 month old. No problems whatsoever, from cots to highchairs. My only fault was the lackluster service at breakfast... I can only presume the staff were busy to recall they'd seated us and hadn't taken our order. Alas. Notwithstanding, it's a hotel that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect small family getaway!

We loved our entire experience at Carton House. The food was amazing, the room was impeccably clean, the scenery was incredibly beautiful, and my husband loved the golf! We had a picnic on the grounds which was a highlight. The staff was all very friendly and made consistent effort to help us out when we had inquiries. We brought out 10 month old baby with us and were able to take her for walks around the grounds and bring her to all the restaurants without feeling like she was a burden, thanks to the staff's warmth. We brought her to the pool during kid hours too! We felt especially well taken care of my Emma who was one of the managers at the Carriage House. Additionally, the spa was beautiful and extremely relaxing. The only issue we had throughout our experience was difficulty with getting the phone answered at Guest Services, but when we brought it up everyone was really helpful and understanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael, Liphook

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Noeleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rauan, addison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds and a beautiful building. A bit spaced out like a Vegas hotel experience. The spa, pool and gym were very good. But the wellness center is hard to find unless you go outside the building. We spent six nights here and issues at every breakfast. One time they ran out of teaspoons and took nearly 10 minutes to get us one. Another time they were out of plates. Several times they brought other peoples’ hot food to our table. We had one dinner and that didn’t go smoothly either. Took fifteen minutes to get a glass of prosecco. Waiters at one point getting angry with each other in French close to our table. And, when our chowder that we were sharing arrived it came without spoons. We shared a hamburger and that arrived uncut and without any cutlery. Also, the phone in the room didn’t work. I mentioned this to reception and they said maintenance would handle the next morning. They did not and I had to follow up. Overall, very disappointing for a hotel of this class.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valencia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carton house is about 45 minutes from the airport and 30 minutes from Dublin. The grounds are lovely. The walk to Town is about 30 minutes and well worth it as there are other historical sites to visit in the town. The interior of the Carton house is modern but historical features remain throughout. Make sure you make dinner reservations well before you get there as the restaurants on property fill up quickly. The activities should also be booked well in advance. Many we wished to do were already booked out. We wanted to do the falcon lessons and whiskey tasting but they were not available. The horseback riding was quite fun and about 20 minutes away by taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

HUILI

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona, Riverview

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carton House is an absolutely breathtaking property, complemented by a team of caring and attentive staff. The dining options ranged from casual to elegant, and the dining rooms themselves were beautifully decorated. To celebrate our friend's birthday, I ordered a small red velvet cake, and was given the option to have it delivered either to one of the dining rooms or to my room. We chose to celebrate at The Carriage House, where our cake was not only delivered to our table after dinner, but it was also absolutely delicious! During our stay, we also had the chance to experience the Beekeeping Experience, which exceeded all expectations. While I anticipated it being unique, I didn't expect to walk away with such a deep understanding of the entire process. The beekeeper, Thomas, was fantastic—he took the time to explain everything from the basics to the various hive levels, as well as the fascinating life cycles of the bees. It was an educational and truly captivating experience that I would highly recommend. A heartfelt thanks to the entire Carton House team for making our stay so memorable, especially Paula and Constantine (Guest Relations), Alfonso (Bar), Courtney (Kathleen's Kitchen), and Aimee (The Carriage House). We truly appreciated our time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Allen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful experience. Went for our 25th Anniversary; grounds are incredible-lush and historic, room was great, staff (Brian, Christina, Javier especially, the whole crew at Kathleen's!) provided impeccable service-memorable trip, we would recommend for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

enda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Well kept
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Liked it a lot but flawed

Really enjoyed our stay but the bathroom was awful. Like something from a hospital 😬. The La Labo toiletries were lovely though. Morrison Room is FANTASTIC. Pool area was clean and v relaxing. Breakfast delicious. Heard a LOT of apologies from various employees to guests, including some for us. It just seems kind of chaotic, food service is not well managed anywhere except Morrison Room, but then everyone seemed really nice at the same time. I’d definitely go back - just don’t go if forgetful service bothers you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025