Located only 35 minutes from Dublin City and Dublin Airport, Killeen Castle is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Host of the Ladies Irish Open, the Solheim Cup and the 2025 Irish Challenge Tour, this world class golf course is a magnificent test of golf, showcasing modern golfing excellence in terms of design and presentation. Suitable for golfers of all abilities - golfers will enjoy this expansive and challenging course.
Killeen Castle can boast not only a glorious landscape and idyllic setting, but a golfing experience unlike any other. Killeen Castle is a wonderful test of golf, and certainly one of Nicklaus' finest creations whilst also being voted regularly the Best Parkland Course in the greater Dublin area.
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The spectacular 600-acre estate at Killeen Castle is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and is soon to be complemented by luxury lodge accommodation. It is a testament to the quality of Nicklaus' creation that the course was awarded the honour of host venue for The 2011 Solheim Cup, despite only being completed in 2008. It also hosted the revived Ladies Irish Open on the Ladies European Tour in 2010.
The course rambles over 350 acres of beautiful natural woodlands, and Nicklaus has created a layout that can be set up to provide the sternest of championship challenges or entertain the average golfer thanks to multiple tees at every hole.
The course can be played from 6,118 yards to 7,677 yards and it boasts all the trademark Nicklaus features; bunkering in just the right positions, oceans of space off the tee, the necessity to hit long drives otherwise you'll be hitting long approach shots that simply won't hold on the greens. The greens are enormous though, and very true, so that a 20-foot putt started on line should duly drop in the hole.
It's a course that really is a delight to play, even in periods of poor weather, thanks to an extensive state-of-the-art drainage system that was put in place during construction. The clubhouse facilities are superb too, with personal meet-and-greet services from the friendly staff, highly-specced locker rooms and showers and elegant dining facilities replete with menus that would shame many a top-line restaurant.
Located near the picturesque village of Dunsany, just north of Dunshaughlin and overlooked by the ancient Hill of Tara, Killeen Castle enjoys easy access to the city, being only twenty five minutes from both Dublin City Centre and the International Airport.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Jack Nicklaus |
| Opened for play | 2009 |
| Previously hosted | Solheim Cup (2011), Ladies Irish Open (2010, 2012) |
| Black | 7,677 yards | SSS 76 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,142 yards | SSS 75 |
| White | 6,535 yards | SSS 72 |
| Green | 6,118 yards | SSS 70 |
| Red | 5,392 yards | SSS 72 |
The lodges at Killeen Castle are upscale accommodations that are designed to provide guests with a luxurious and comfortable stay.
Situated within the castle grounds, adjacent to the manicured walled gardens, the six elegant lodges are equipped with four bedrooms, all of which are en-suite. Each lodge is elegantly furnished with high-quality materials and modern amenities.
The lodges feature spacious living areas, fully equipped kitchens with high-end appliances, comfortable bedrooms with luxurious linens, and stylish bathrooms with premium toiletries.
In addition to the indoor amenities, the lodges at Killeen Castle have private outdoor areas, including patios and balconies, where guests can relax and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding countryside and golf course.
David
✓16 Oct 2025
The lodges are very comfortable and well equipped. The castle staff were welcoming, helpful and very friendly. Typical Irish hospitality!
Alan
✓26 Jun 2025
First class staff fantastic
James
✓17 Jun 2025
James
✓17 Jun 2025
checked in but some of the rooms not prepped, old towels still in room but was sorted quickly. Rooms were nice with a shared lounge with fridge and seats and tv, drinks prices were 7 euro for a pint. The restaurant unfortunately had a bad day with not enough steaks , only 7 left, and unfortunately 5 of them very undercooked and sent back,, food was not good for 12 of the lads there, chicken was ok for those who ordered it,
Ben
✓27 May 2025
Enjoyable time away. Thanks
Mark
✓7 May 2025
Stunning golf course and Hotel. Enough said.
David
✓16 Oct 2025
A well designed course in a beautiful setting. Found the fairways could have been mowed but would love to come back. A great course!
Nigel
✓7 Jul 2025
Great test, lovely course
Alan
✓26 Jun 2025
Unbelievable course, fantastic condition
James
✓17 Jun 2025
unfortunately driver range was shut both days we were there,chipping and putting area were fine although greens were so much faster than course,plenty of bunkers on course which were raked and course was in good conditions greens were cut on our second day which made them faster. good golf had by all.
Ben
✓27 May 2025
Mark
✓7 May 2025
You can see why it has held some prestigious events in the past.
Michael
✓2 May 2025
The course is for low handicaps. There are a lot of bunkers, all of which have steep faces. Buggies are a must as there are long walks between several holes. It is beautiful and it is kept in wonderful condition.
Philip
✓2 Oct 2024
A bit too difficult for me but my sons loved it.
Kevin
✓23 Sep 2024
Wow another great course, the facilities are excellent. Some fantastic holes, only criticism would be the holes are well spaced out so its not long walk !!!. Again we had trolleys which is a must. Greens were quick, and again great views.
David
✓12 Aug 2024
This course was a pleasant surprise after playing the K club the day before, the locker room makes you feel like a pro with the locker set up and sofas/chairs. Then you step out on the course and it gets better, avoid the rough at all costs, oh and the bunkers, The castle appears as the back drop for a lot of the holes which is amazing. This course was the surprise of the trip
Rene
✓23 May 2024
Mark
✓14 May 2024
Fantastic course, really nice long open course. Just the right level of difficulty and something for all abilities on the day!
Mike
✓13 May 2024
The proshop was manned by a very friendly pro. The course is on fairly flat terrain but with some undulations and a certain amount of water. It would have been great if a course map was available. Green were of a very good standard but overly quick. The bar was good with a great outlook and friendly staff. They also have a restaurant. Car charging facilities are available.
Alwyn
✓16 Oct 2023
Greens excellent, but very quick. Open, not much in terms of feature holes generally, but a good course
Gary
✓19 Sep 2023
Wow. Need I say more. One thing maybe a idea is a welcome gift on arrival would be a good idea.
Tony
✓15 Sep 2023
very nice and well worth a visit.
Bernhard
✓16 Jul 2023
Charlie
✓17 Jun 2022
Best of the lot! Course will suit all golfers, wide fairways great par 3’s. You will need to have a buggy, long walks to next tees. Fantastic views of the castle as you play course.
Paul
✓11 May 2022
Unfortunately weather was bad but the course was great, some tough holes, some medium & some easy. Buggy had issues from 2nd hole but thankfully got it exchanged after 9. Held us back time wise. Would play again.
Gerard
✓12 Apr 2022
A great course. A little long but very enjoyable.
Johnny
✓12 Apr 2022
Fantastic golf course. Each hole was unique amd it was in great condition. The long driveway was really fun as it allowed a build of anticipation. The castle is a really unique feature that can be seen from several holes. Water was fun to play over and alongside. The halfway house was great too, good selection of coffees, snacks and very friendly staff. Overall it was a brilliant golfing experience!
Brian
✓6 Mar 2022
Very long course and long distances between the hole and the next tee. The greens had been sanded so weren’t good. Great facilities and staff were very friendly.
Ian
✓3 Oct 2019
A long course with some lengthy walks between holes, it is well set up for buggy use. The Castle estate is lovely and the course was in good condition.
Nigel
✓15 Sep 2019
Killeen exudates quality, fairways some of the best I have ever played on. Course is very playable but being designed by Jack Nicklaus lots of mind games with bunkering & intimidation factor. Great golfing experience.
Terry
✓17 Jul 2019
Great course, brilliant condition and the club house is amazing. Staff really friendly.
Pat
✓6 Nov 2018
Despite weather delay at start we enjoyed the course. Greens were excellent and a good test. Overall maintenance of the course was very good.
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There is 1 bar on site
There is complimentary car parking
