Kildare Town Guide
Stay at The Silken Thomas on Market Square, less than a 10-minute walk from Kildare Village, with comfortable rooms, a lively bar and an award-winning restaurant.
Stay Close to Kildare Village
Looking for somewhere to stay near Kildare Village? The Silken Thomas sits on Market Square in the heart of Kildare Town, less than a 10-minute walk from Ireland's leading designer outlet. Leave the car with us, shop all day, and walk back for dinner and a drink without worrying about the drive home.
Our family-run rooms are spread across three historic houses on the square: The Silken Rooms, Post Master's House and Virginia Lodge. Downstairs you'll find a traditional Irish bar and our award-winning restaurant, serving everything from a full Irish breakfast to dinner.
Under a 10-minute walk to Kildare Village
Around 10 minutes' drive to the Curragh Racecourse
15 minutes to the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens
Just off Junction 13 of the M7, with Kildare train station minutes away
Guides & Ideas
Local tips from our team to help you plan your stay in Kildare Town and the surrounding area.
How to get there from Market Square, when to go, and tips for a relaxed day at Ireland's leading designer outlet.
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The Curragh, Punchestown and Naas: your guide to race days and festivals near Kildare Town.
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St Brigid's Cathedral and Round Tower, the Irish National Stud, the Curragh plains and more, all close to our door.
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Our two-day itinerary: shopping, gardens, history, racing and great food, all from one base on Market Square.
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Festive shopping, cosy dinners and a room a short walk from Kildare Village.
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Where to stay, eat and drink for a race day at the Curragh, around 10 minutes away.
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Book early for festival week, with a comfortable base in Kildare Town.
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Shopping, dinner, drinks and twin and triple rooms for friends sharing.
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Thoroughbreds, famous gardens and St Brigid's Well, around 15 minutes away.
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Dinner for two, characterful rooms and peaceful gardens.
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Two of Ireland's favourite shopping destinations in one weekend.
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Horses, gardens, farms and open spaces for a family break.
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Dublin, Glendalough, Kilkenny and grand houses within easy reach.
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