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Silken Thomas

3.0 star property

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A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
A building with a sign reading "SOUTRES GANNON" and a website address. There are flower boxes on the windows and wooden barrels outside.
2 bars/lounges, pub
A rustic house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, patterned headboards, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Square, Kildare, Kildare, R51 HK54
  • Place, St. Brigid's Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kildare Shopping Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Irish National Stud
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a nightstand.

Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, a bedside table, a chair, and two potted plants.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and framed artwork on the walls.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double/Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a nightstand.

Double/Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and two potted plants.

Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Silken Thomas

This smoke-free inn features 2 restaurants, a nightclub, and 2 bars/lounges. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free shopping center shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and concierge services are onsite.
Silken Thomas offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

This Kildare inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Silken Thomas's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from St. Brigid's Cathedral. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free shopping center shuttle.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy Irish cuisine at Chapter 16, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from St. Brigid's Cathedral and Solas Bhride
  • Free shopping center shuttle service
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Silken Thomas. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Edwardian Kildare inn is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Chapter 16 - This restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Flanagans Lounge - This family restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Squires/Lils - This pub specializes in Irish cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.
Tigerlily Night Club - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 13.95 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chapter 16
  • Flanagans Lounge
  • Squires/Lils
  • Tigerlily Night Club

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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: approximately EUR 13.95 for adults and EUR 8.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 10 per person (one way)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Silken Thomas Inn Kildare
Lord Edward Inn
Lord Edward Inn Kildare
Lord Edward Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn
Silken Thomas Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn
Silken Thomas Kildare
Silken Thomas Inn Kildare

Silken Thomas Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 597 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with lovely rooms and very good food in the restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to stay. Food was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room Great staff Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a lively polish lady at the desk who went out her way to make us feel welcome She really looked after us well
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and kind. The room was beautifully decorated, I slept like a log! Thanks so much. I will definitely be back. Every member of staff went over and above for us!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dermot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not have the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place very friendly and lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and the people were extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr G J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean spacious room. Big bathroom with rainfall shower. Really comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Perfect place when we travel from Dublin airport

A perfect place for us just an hour from Dublin airport. Now we can stay here instead of an airport hotel for most of our travels back and forth from Dingle. Much nicer room and bath, lovely restaurant, prettier location and less expensive. We are thrilled to have found this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely clean and comfortable room and a tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay again at the Silken Thomas. Lovely place, room and area. Great shopping at Kildare Village Retail Outlet and good local sights to see. Used train into Dublin which was easy to get tickets and journey was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay in Kildare. Room was clean and comfortable. Food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, lovely property, friendly staff. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay and plan to stay here again next summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed the 2 nights I was here. Didn’t have breakfast or know about eco-friendliness so didn’t rate it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and food was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this stay was lovely- especially the staff! Nice accomodation and great dining options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Golda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, wondreful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

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

Great place

Hotel good staff very good made our weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Excellent Room

Excellent place to stay. Room very nice and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024