Family Getaways in Kilkenny at Newpark Hotel

Family-Friendly Adventures Await at Newpark Hotel Kilkenny

Looking for a family hotel in Kilkenny that keeps both kids and parents happy? Welcome to Newpark Hotel, one of Ireland’s leading family-friendly destinations, where unforgettable adventures and relaxing family escapes come together. Located on the edge of Kilkenny City within our beautifully landscaped resort, families can enjoy spacious accommodation, excellent leisure facilities, and endless entertainment for children of all ages.

From the excitement of Jurassic Newpark with its life-size dinosaurs, fairy trail, adventure playgrounds, and friendly farm animals, to our swimming pool, games rooms, toddler play areas, and Jurassic Juniors Kids Camp, there is something for every member of the family to enjoy. After a fun-filled day of exploring, retreat to our spacious family rooms and interconnecting suites designed with comfort, convenience, and memorable family stays in mind.

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Why Families Choose Newpark Hotel

Newpark Hotel is one of Ireland’s most established family-friendly hotels, offering a stay where everything is designed with families in mind. Children have the freedom to play, explore, and stay active, while parents benefit from convenience, comfort, and the ability to truly unwind. With spacious family rooms, on-site dining, leisure facilities, and entertainment all in one location, it’s an easy, well-organised option for family breaks in Kilkenny.

Jurassic Newpark: One of Ireland’s Top Family Attractions

Discover Jurassic Newpark in Kilkenny, one of Ireland’s best family attractions and a must-visit, this award-winning family adventure park combines prehistoric excitement, magical fairy experiences, and outdoor family fun all in one unforgettable destination. From roaring life-size dinosaurs and adventure playgrounds to family rides and interactive attractions, Jurassic Newpark offers an action-packed day out for children of all ages.

Step into a prehistoric world along our famous Dinosaur Trail, where families can come face-to-face with over 17 life-size moving dinosaurs including the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex, towering Brachiosaurus, and speedy Velociraptors. Little explorers can also enjoy the Jurassic Express Train, the thrilling Pterosaur Mountain Ride, fossil dig experiences, Dino Den Theatre shows, go-karts, and our popular Mini Wildlife Farm featuring llamas, alpacas, ponies, rabbits, emus, and more. Every corner of Jurassic Newpark is designed to spark imagination, adventure, and unforgettable family memories.

Kids Activities & Supervised Fun

Families can also explore the magical Fairy Trail and spectacular Jurassic Castle, one of the most unique family play experiences in Ireland complete with climbing towers, slides, lookout points, agility trails, accessible play equipment, crawl tunnels, and family swings. Blending fairytale magic with dinosaur adventures, Jurassic Castle creates a truly unique outdoor family experience in Kilkenny.

For even more excitement, Jurassic Bounce, Ireland’s largest covered inflatable adventure park, offers over 8,000 square feet of bouncing fun with inflatable obstacle courses, slides and even a toddler zone, making it fun for all ages.

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Jurassic Juniors Kids Camp

Need a little parent downtime? We’ve got you covered! Our Jurassic Juniors Kids Camp runs daily during school holidays and every Friday & Saturday evening. Fully supervised, this is the perfect opportunity for the kids to enjoy exciting activities while parents relax.

Seasonal Family Events Throughout the Year

Newpark Hotel is known for its seasonal family experiences, making it a strong choice year-round for family breaks in Ireland.

-Halloween: The Wicked Walk Trail transforms the grounds into an immersive seasonal adventure
-Easter: Interactive experiences with a mix of seasonal fun and outdoor exploration
-Christmas: A festive transformation with lights, decorations, and immersive family moments

These events create repeat visit appeal and position the hotel as more than just a place to stay, but a destination in itself.

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Explore Kilkenny with the Family

While many families choose to stay on-site, Newpark Hotel is ideally located for exploring Kilkenny’s top family attractions. Within minutes, you’ll find outdoor adventure parks, animal experiences, and cultural attractions suitable for all ages, making it easy to build out a full family itinerary.

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Award-Winning Family-Friendly Hotel in Ireland

Newpark Hotel continues to be recognised as one of the best family hotels in Ireland, including being named Gold Medal Awards Family-Friendly Hotel of the Year (2023 & 2024). This recognition reflects a consistent focus on delivering high-quality experiences for families.

Plan Your Family Break in Kilkenny

Whether you’re planning a short family getaway or a longer holiday, Newpark Hotel offers the space, facilities, and experiences to make it easy. With everything onsite and Kilkenny City nearby, it’s an ideal base for family breaks in Ireland.