Description
Barberstown Castle, Straffan
Barberstown Castle is a historic castle hotel in Straffan, County Kildare, combining a medieval Castle Keep, country-house accommodation and landscaped gardens. It offers a distinctive setting for corporate meetings, team days, private dinners and visiting groups exploring Ireland’s Ancient East.
Meetings and corporate events
From focused board meetings to larger conferences, Barberstown offers a choice of meeting rooms and suites. The Edward Smith Boardroom accommodates up to eight delegates, the Copella Suite up to 16 boardroom-style, and the Garden Suite up to 120 delegates. The Medieval Banqueting Hall accommodates up to 250 delegates for meetings or 220 guests for events and dining.
Meeting arrangements can include a projector, screen, flipchart and stationery. The hotel also provides complimentary WiFi and parking, flexible breakout areas and gardens for breaks or suitable team activities.
Private dining and social spaces
The 13th-century Castle Keep offers an atmospheric setting for private dinners and celebrations for up to 60 guests. The Elizabethan Suite caters for up to 35, while the Banqueting Hall suits larger group occasions.
For a more informal gathering, The Haggard is a former coach house converted into a traditional Irish pub. It combines indoor and outdoor space for BBQs, hog roasts and group evenings, with capacity for up to 150 across its rooms and the adjacent pavilion. The Shepherd’s Hut offers a smaller garden setting, with space for up to 30 guests across the hut and terrace and BBQ or hot-pot menu options.
| Space | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Edward Smith Boardroom | 8 boardroom |
| Copella Suite | 16 boardroom |
| Garden Suite | Up to 120 delegates |
| Medieval Banqueting Hall | Up to 250 delegates / 220 for events and dining |
| Castle Keep | Up to 60 guests |
| Elizabethan Suite | Up to 35 guests |
| The Haggard and pavilion | Up to 150 across all areas |
| Shepherd’s Hut and terrace | Up to 30 across indoor and outdoor areas |
Capacities depend on layout and the spaces booked. Menus, entertainment, exclusive use and indoor alternatives are confirmed for each enquiry.
Accommodation and incentive stays
The hotel offers classic and deluxe guestrooms, four-poster bedrooms, junior suites and garden lodges. The Barton Rooms Restaurant and Garden Suite & Bar add further dining options for overnight stays.
For overseas groups, Barberstown can form part of a wider Ireland DMC and incentive itinerary, combining castle accommodation, private dining and local experiences. Event Square can also help arrange suitable corporate activities and team building around your meeting or stay.
Location and grounds
Located in Straffan, Co. Kildare, Barberstown has convenient access to Dublin and the N4 and N7 routes. The hotel’s landscaped gardens provide space for outdoor activities, with complimentary on-site parking for arriving groups.
Frequently asked questions
What group sizes can Barberstown Castle accommodate for meetings and events?
Spaces range from the eight-delegate Edward Smith Boardroom and 16-delegate Copella Suite up to the Garden Suite (120 delegates) and the Medieval Banqueting Hall, which holds up to 250 delegates for meetings or 220 guests for events and dining.
What spaces are available for private dining or a more informal group evening?
The 13th-century Castle Keep seats up to 60 guests for private dinners and celebrations, and the Elizabethan Suite up to 35. For a more informal gathering, The Haggard – a converted coach house pub – holds up to 150 across its rooms and adjacent pavilion with BBQ and hog roast options, while the smaller Shepherd’s Hut and terrace suit groups of up to 30 with BBQ or hot-pot menus.
Can groups stay overnight at Barberstown Castle?
Yes. The hotel offers classic and deluxe guestrooms, four-poster bedrooms, junior suites and garden lodges, with the Barton Rooms Restaurant and the Garden Suite & Bar providing further dining options for overnight stays.
Is Barberstown Castle suitable for overseas or incentive groups?
Yes. It can form part of a wider Ireland DMC and incentive itinerary, combining castle accommodation, private dining and local experiences, and Event Square can also help arrange corporate activities and team building around a meeting or stay.
Where is Barberstown Castle located and is parking available?
Barberstown Castle is in Straffan, Co. Kildare, with convenient access to Dublin via the N4 and N7 routes. Complimentary on-site parking is available for arriving groups, alongside the hotel’s landscaped gardens.
Plan your event at Barberstown Castle
Contact Event Square with your preferred dates, group size and event plans. Browse more hotel venues and venues around Ireland, or visit the Barberstown Castle website.
