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The K Club Golf & Spa Resort, Co. Kildare, Ireland

The K Club has long enjoyed its position among the finest golf resorts in the whole of Ireland and in late 2006 it was catapulted into the worldwide golfing spotlight when the Ryder Cup came to town. Since then golf fans from all over the world have come to learn that it is one of the finest golf break destinations in the whole of Europe.

Boasting 128 exquisite bedrooms and suites, two stunning championship golf courses, five-star luxury and a fantastic location just a short drive from Dublin, The K Club is a must for any golfer embarking on an Irish golf break.

For those who enjoy a challenge, the Palmer North Course, which hosted the 2006 Ryder Cup, has been tipped by many as the most difficult inland layout on the Emerald Isle. Together with the neighbouring Palmer South Course, which hosted the European Open from 1995 to 2007, the golf on offer at The K Club is simply outstanding.

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The K Club Golf & Spa Resort

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Golf Courses at The K Club Golf & Spa Resort

Palmer North Course

In late 2006, The Ryder Cup Course at the K Club became Ireland's first Ryder Cup venue, as it played host to Europe's record-equalling victory. It is a stadium-style resort course, and at over 7,300 yards from the tips, many commentators have described it as the most difficult inland layout in the country as well as one of the best around Dublin. The final hole on the Palmer North course has witnessed some of the sport's most dramatic moments, from Ryder Cup, European Open triumphs & Irish Open highlights.

Palmer has succeeded in manipulating the existing mature trees and water features to create a magnificent test for golfers of all standards. The coverage and attention that has been brought to both The K Club and Irish golf in general is richly deserved, given the faultless display that the Ryder Cup course exhibited during the Ryder Cup matches.

Course Information

Par 72
Designed by Arnold Palmer
Opened for play 1991
Previously hosted Ryder Cup (2006), Irish Open (2016, 2023)

Tees

Blue 7,350 yards SSS 76
White 6,815 yards SSS 74
Green 6,240 yards SSS 72
Red 5,131 yards SSS 72

Palmer South Course

The neighbouring Palmer South Course is an extravagant creation, divided from the Palmer North Course by the River Liffey, which flows right through to Dublin. The layout can be characterised as an inland links, with much earth having been moved to create dune-like mounds at the edge of the fairways.

The drama of the experience at the Palmer South comes primarily from the 14 acres of water that have been worked into the course, making it pretty important to stock up on golf balls before the first tee. The course has a more rugged feel than its sister, owing to the planting of gorse and bracken. The signature hole is the monster par-5 seventh, which measures in at an astonishing 606 yards, and skirts a dramatic series of water cascades.

Signature Hole: Hole 7 (Palmer South Course), Par 5, 606 yards, SI 12

The 7th hole or 'The Swallow Quarry' provides a stern test for all golfers. At 606 yards, the hole is lengthy and a large water feature which runs along the fairway has been known to catch players out. The hole is one of the most dramatic in Europe, and as its name suggests, has the potential to wreck your scorecard within the blink of an eye.

Course Information

Par 72
Designed by Harrison Minchew (Arnold Palmer design)
Opened for play 2003
Previously hosted European Open (1995-2007)

Tees

Blue 7,277 yards SSS 74
White 6,824 yards SSS 72
Green 6,244 yards SSS 72
Red 5,443 yards SSS 72

Accommodation at The K Club Golf & Spa Resort

The period features of the building itself are well-complemented by the first-class modern facilities inside the bedrooms and throughout the facilities. In fact, The K Club's hotel is so outstanding that it has been named Ireland's only 5 Red Star venue by the AA, and has been awarded the RAC Gold Ribbon.

The surroundings are equally spectacular, as the hotel is set amidst 550 acres of stunning woodland. Since its conversion to a hotel in 1991, this former country home has consistently developed its product, and is now a complete package.

There is a diverse selection of 127 bedrooms and suites, ensuring that every guest's needs are met. Whether you prefer the opulence of lavishly appointed, magnificent multi-room suites designed to the highest, period-appropriate standards, or the comfort of tastefully furnished, spacious standard rooms equipped with modern conveniences, you will find the perfect option. Additionally, all rooms provide 24-hour valet assistance, TV, capsule espresso machine, Voya toiletries, and a range of thoughtful extras.

The Straffan Gate Lodge offers a luxurious self-catering experience with three elegant king-sized bedrooms, three modern bathrooms, a spacious lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen. Ideal for families or small groups, it provides a private getaway while granting access to The K Club's amenities. Conveniently, it's within walking distance of the resort's South Bar & Restaurant.

The Palmer Lodge, a beautifully restored gate lodge, offers luxurious self-catering accommodations with four versatile bedrooms. Guests can relax in a spacious lounge and dining area, and enjoy a lovely garden patio. Conveniently located next to The Palmer all-day dining restaurant, complete with fire pits and an open-air terrace, it ensures delightful meals are just steps away.

Food & Drink

The superb dining options round off what is one of the premier golf break destinations in the UK and Ireland. The Barton Restaurant is a sumptuous dining room, offering the finest in French cuisine.

There are superb bars in which to drink, including the Hotel Bar of the Year, the Vintage Crop, named after Dr. Michael Smurfit's superb horse which became the first horse to surpass £1million in earnings.

Leisure Facilities

Visitors to The K Club can sample the possibilities afforded by the estate and its surroundings, including excellent fly-fishing, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, walking, and cycling. Meanwhile, the on-site K Spa prides itself on offering the very best in health and beauty treatments. The complex also features a 16-metre swimming pool, water jet massage, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, while the doors open out to a ‘Zen Garden', where you can let all your troubles slide away.

Elsewhere, for those looking to improve their swing, the committed pros over at K Golf World employ the most innovative simulation technologies to assist you in improving your game. But it’s not just technical prowess that improves at K Golf World, an evening here is also a fantastic way to have fun, socialise and bond with friends or family over drinks and some friendly competition.

How to get to The K Club Golf & Spa Resort

The K Club is situated just 30 minutes west of the city of Dublin within 550-acres of picturesque countryside in County Kildare. Dublin Airport is 35 minutes away by car.

Address: Straffan, Co. Kildare, W23 YX53

The K Club Golf & Spa Resort Reviews

Overall rating: 9.2 / 10

Hotel reviews

9.6 9.6 / 10

Bar / Restaurant
8.8 / 10
Facilities
9.8 / 10
Location
9.8 / 10
Room comfort
9.4 / 10
Staff
9.4 / 10
Value for money
9 / 10

10 / 10

A truly luxurious four days. The hotel and grounds are a must to see. The staff could not have been more attentive and the food was fabulous. Did not manage to get to the spare so another good reason to return.

David Reviewed 24 Aug 2025

10 / 10

Daryl Reviewed 5 Jun 2025

10 / 10

Beautiful place cannot fault it from staff to food to facilities to golf

Mike Reviewed 8 May 2025

10 / 10

Beautiful hotel and brilliant staff and facilities. Good choice of places to eat and drink and close to airport Great courses and facilities

Nick Reviewed 24 Apr 2025

10 / 10

Eamon Reviewed 2 Nov 2024

10 / 10

Great Courses and hotel

James Reviewed 8 Jul 2024

6 / 10

it was our second stay at K club, but the overall impression was worse.

Hana Reviewed 24 Jun 2024

10 / 10

One of the nicest hotels we have ever stayed at

Julian Reviewed 3 Jun 2024

10 / 10

Wonderful hotel

Clinton Reviewed 14 May 2024

10 / 10

Fantastic

Simon Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

10 / 10

fantanstic, no words, it just ticks all the boxes

Tony Reviewed 15 Sep 2023

8 / 10

Ken Reviewed 10 Jul 2023

8 / 10

The K Club had the friendliest staff EVER! They were a delight and so helpful, amazing. The hotel was fab, really lovely. The annoying bits were, the room was very warm with only a fan to cool it, the shower didn’t really have ‘hot’ water, it was tepid at best and the room could do with a mini fridge. Pool and spa were good, the gym was really good and well equipped for a hotel gym. The grounds were beautiful, it was all lovely and we would definitely return.

Tracey Reviewed 8 Jun 2023

10 / 10

The Hotel and staff were spectacular. They made us feel very special during our stay.

Jorge Reviewed 18 May 2023

10 / 10

Excellent course and hotel. Restaurant expensive for quality of food!

Mike Reviewed 8 May 2023

10 / 10

Everything from start to finish was superb. Every staff member courteous, friendly and helpful. Beautiful grounds and facilities

Paul Reviewed 8 May 2023

10 / 10

An amazing hotel with amazing staff. Best weekend away.

Naim Reviewed 1 May 2023

10 / 10

Nicholas at reception was outstanding, he stood out as the member of staff did and would do anything for us six stars

Colin Reviewed 29 Mar 2023

10 / 10

Great experience! We will return for more stays and adventures with Ireland golf resorts. Met very gracious and wonderful staff personnel, thanks for setting up golf tee time!

Maria Reviewed 28 Feb 2023

10 / 10

The hotel and staff were second to none. Absolutely fantastic.

Jason Reviewed 5 Nov 2022

10 / 10

Very nice hotel

Hassan Reviewed 10 Jul 2022

10 / 10

We arrived not knowing what to expect and we were blown away. The place is incredible.

Ben Reviewed 22 Jun 2022

10 / 10

Absolutely fabulous! The staff were extremely helpful, yet relaxed, throughout our stay. The quality of the hotel accommodation and food was excellent. It was a wonderful experience.

Ruth Reviewed 27 Apr 2022

10 / 10

Senan Reviewed 24 Mar 2022

10 / 10

Stayed in K Club at end of November. Risky booking parkland course at this time of year but we were very lucky. Hotel lovely and staff superb. Very friendly and very helpful. Bedroom very nice and ensuite enormous! Christmas decorations up and it was all very festive!

Nicky Reviewed 25 Nov 2021

10 / 10

We were due to stay in Courtyard but,on arrival, were very pleasantly surprised to find ourselves in main hotel which is excellent. Regrettably, we had not booked for dinner in hotel and had to eat at Palmer clubhouse. Food and service were great but ambience was not same standard.

Philip Reviewed 12 Aug 2021

10 / 10

Fantastic hotel had a great time

Jack Reviewed 9 Aug 2019

10 / 10

We were treated like royalty, we were given an upgrade, which set the tone for our stay, the staff are wonderful, helpful and professional.

David Reviewed 7 Aug 2019

10 / 10

Fabulous place to stay.

Olwen Reviewed 11 Jul 2019

6 / 10

John Reviewed 9 Jun 2019

10 / 10

Nils Reviewed 31 May 2019

10 / 10

Fantastic experience could not have been better.Staff excellent and could not do enough for you they all very much added to our stay .

Eugene Reviewed 28 Apr 2019

8 / 10

The gentleman placed in the courtyard apartments has some troublesome plumbing issues (notably non flushing toilet and blocked showers). The hotel rooms for two of the party were of the highest standard. Facilities and atmosphere amazing

Chris Reviewed 10 Oct 2018

8 / 10

we had a really nice stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The location is also really nice, close to the airport.

Stefán Reviewed 27 Sep 2018

8 / 10

We had a great time away at the K Club. Both golf courses were brilliant and very enjoyable for all levels of golfer. We had two 20 handicappers and while the courses were both really tough tests of golf, they enjoyed it immensely. Both courses were both in terrific condition with particularly good greens. They were immaculate. 

The clubhouse was pretty quiet which was a bit of a shame and pints were quite expensive but you have to expect that in a 5 star hotel. The free one went down a treat though!

We ate in the new K-Thai restaurant which was super, with the staff members and the food being top class. The prices in here were fairly reasonable to so I’d definitely recommend it.

Overall we were very pleased with our trip and while prices were fairly high while at the resort, the overall value for money of the trip itself we thought was excellent. 

Overall I would rate the trip a good solid 8.5 out of 10. The golf courses for me were even more impressive than carton house, but the overall package of carton house still just edges it for me.

Thanks again YGT!

Mark Reviewed 11 Nov 2014

10 / 10

I would highly recommend both YourGolfTravel and the K Club for your next golf trip. The service from YGT was excellent and the hospitality and service in the K Club was outstanding. I'm a veteran of these types of golf trips and this was undoubtedly one of the best ever. Both golf courses at the K Club are challenging and interesting to play and the 'craic' in the 19th afterwards was legendary.

Tony Reviewed 11 Nov 2014

10 / 10

What a golf break!

Visiting the K club was one of the best golfing experiences we've ever had. On arrival to the grounds of the hotel and the surrounding golf courses, we knew we were entering 5* territory...luxury at its best!

From arrival to main reception within the hotel, as well as both club houses, the warm, friendly and courteous manner from everyone was evident to see. We were made to feel at ease and it was as if we were at our own home club.

Both golf courses are outstanding with plenty of thought and precise shots required due to clever use of natural water features and perfectly placed bunkers. There’s no grip it and rip it on these courses! I would have to say the Palmer Ryder course is the best course I have ever played, with beautiful fairways and really true greens, even at this time of the year.

One of the most beautiful holes is the par 5 16th which runs along the river Liffey. To reach the green a shot must be played across the river to a green raised up high and it’s truly stunning. Pure excitement no matter your ability.

Overall the K Club is a wonderful place to stay and play with quality in abundance everywhere you turn. And when you think of all the professionals who have walked the very same fairways before you, it makes the whole experience a privilege.

I have no hesitation in saying the K club was the best golf resort I have played at and 10 out of 10 for accommodation, food, golf, and the sheer ambience of the place. We’ll definitely be returning.

Thanks to YGT for your efficiency and professionalism when dealing with our request; I shall definitely be using you guys again.


Phil Reviewed 11 Nov 2014

10 / 10

Our time spent at The K Club recently was really fantastic. It's a fabulous hotel not only for the setting which is amazing, but the friendliness of the hotel staff, quality of food and service as well. It was all outstanding.

I thought both golf courses were in excellent condition and beautifully maintained. The Palmer Course was my favourite but that said, there's not much to choose between them as they both offer the golfer a tough challenge!

We all said we would definitely return but with more friends as we had such a fantastic time. I must compliment Your Golf Travel as well on your outstanding service and efficiency. You made it very easy for us all so thank you.

Barbara Reviewed 11 Nov 2014

8 / 10

The hotel at the K Club and the Palmer Course were an absolute dream and the staff at both the golf courses, as well as the hotel were excellent - full marks there!

Unfortunately the Smurfit Course wasn’t really fit to play golf on due to the heavy rain and muddy conditions and whilst the greens were really good considering, the fairways in places were like a bog.

We appreciate the resort cannot control the conditions but we couldn’t figure why 2 courses on the same patch of land were in such stark contrast when it came to overall condition.   

It did not detract from our enjoyment however.

As I said, the staff could not have done more for us throughout our stay, and even gave us a complimentary 9 holes on the Palmer for a 21st birthday present, with a gift box with a ball marker and pitch mark repairer thrown in too.

You simply cannot fault the people, the location, the spectacular setting and the overall experience in any way!

Stewart Reviewed 11 Nov 2014

10 / 10

Just a short message to say thank you to Your Golf Travel for organising our golf trip to The K Club; both of the golf courses were top class and in great condition, especially considering the time of year we visited. Full credit must go to the green keeping staff for this.

The apartments are ideal for groups of golfers sharing and are of a very high standard. I’ll be recommending both The K Club and yourselves to my golfing friends and hopefully it won’t be too long before I’ll be in touch with you again myself.

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