Big changes could be on the way for well-known Kildare hotel
The premises was established back in 1777
A number of big changes have been proposed for a hotel located in Kildare Town.
The management behind the Kildare House Hotel has submitted a planning permission application to Kildare County Council (KCC) to make the changes to its premises, which is located on the Dublin Road.
According to the description contained in the application, the management wants to demolish the existing single-storey storage area to the side of the hotel.
They are also seeking permission from KCC for the change of use of the ground floor restaurant (formerly ‘Soul Burger’) to hotel usem comprising of five ensuite guest bedrooms, private bar and snug, along with the change of use for part of the ground floor kitchen food stores to gym use.
Other changes being proposed by the management of Kildare House Hotel include:
- A proposed single-storey extension at first floor level, in order to accommodate five ensuite guest bedrooms and ancillary areas
- Alterations to existing elevations to accommodate the installation of new windows and doors for proposed change of use areas
- Internal alterations
- External signage
- A new connection to existing services and all associated site works
The date received is listed as November 11 last, while the submission-by and due dates are listed as December 15, 2026 and January 14, 2027 respectively.
The official website for the hotel notes that the building itself was established back in 1777, as an infirmary on a site which was acquired by the Duke of Leinster.
It is owned by Kildare Town native Kelly Moran, who purchased it back in 2019.
The hotel is also known for its bar and restaurant, The Gallops.