With Medieval Kilkenny as a backdrop, this 18th century hotel is located in a cultural and artistic hot spot. The main shopping area is only 2 minutes away.
Adrian
United Kingdom
Lovely old hotel with real character. Excellent breakfast included.
Central location close to bars restaurants and tourist attractions
In the heart of Kilkenny, The Kilford Arms Hotel offers free parking and comfortable rooms with en suite bathrooms and Satellite TVs. Kilford’s White Oak restaurant serves the best of local produce.
Pembroke Kilkenny is a 4-star boutique hotel located behind Kilkenny Castle. The property offers air-conditioned rooms, dining, drinks, Mint Medispa and corporate facilities.
Antoinetre
Ireland
Clean , staff lovely, very efficient and pleasant. Location , excellent
In Kilkenny city centre, the award-winning Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers luxury accommodation, the new Harper's Restaurant and 2 leading bars.
Ida
Ireland
Everything was 100%. Staff were excellent and nothing was any bother. We were a large group and they accommodated us for lunch and breakfast all together. Great nights sleep in the very comfortable bed. Room was spotless and the nespresso coffee machine was a lovely bonus . Will be staying again for sure.
With a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a hot tub, and an Aveda spa, Newpark Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Kilkenny centre. The house is set within 40 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens.
On the banks of the River Nore in the heart of the medieval city of Kilkenny, this 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers free WiFi.
Ville
Finland
Fabulous location right by the river in Kilkenny city centre. Awesome terraces in the summer. Real old school, large hotel bar, so stylish. Like from a movie from the beginning of the 20th century. Large and comfortable rooms. Really tasty breakfast. Super friendly staff. Good parking in the yard. Excellent stay.
In the heart of Kilkenny, The Kilford Arms Hotel offers free parking and comfortable rooms with en suite bathrooms and Satellite TVs. Kilford’s White Oak restaurant serves the best of local produce.
Location, easy access to everything and bar is nice
Welcome to Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel! We’ve recently undergone a complete renovation of the property and are excited to welcome guests back to the hotel.
Nice room...comfy beds...window opened which was a plus
Located in the Kilkenny City Centre district in Kilkenny, Parliament Inn offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi.
FAQs about hotels in Kilkenny
On average, 3-star hotels in Kilkenny cost 644 zł per night, and 4-star hotels in Kilkenny are 854 zł per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Kilkenny can on average be found for 1,195 zł per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs 659 zł per night to book a 3-star hotel in Kilkenny for tonight. You'll pay on average around 754 zł if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Kilkenny will cost around 1,196 zł (based on Booking.com prices).
For domestic travellers, Kilkenny is a 2-hour drive from Dublin. International travellers can fly into Dublin Airport and take a 2-hour direct bus or train to Kilkenny. Alternatively, Rosslare Europort offers ferry services from the UK, followed by a 1.5-hour drive.
The most convenient airport for Kilkenny, Ireland is Dublin Airport. It offers numerous domestic and international flights, and is approximately 123 kilometres away, making it easily accessible for travellers.
Craic Larger than Medieval Life
Spirited Kilkenny was Ireland’s capital in the Middle Ages and although many monuments remain from back then, it’s now best known for the 'craic'. Kilkenny cream ale flows in pubs forming part of its legendary nightlife and tours of Smithwick’s showcase Ireland’s oldest operating brewery, on grounds containing the St Francis Abbey ruins.
Kilkenny has the most medieval churches in Ireland. Dating to the 13th-century are the Black Abbey and St Canice’s Cathedral, next to the Round Tower - the only remains of a 9th-century monastery founded by the saint.
Medieval streets, inns and wall remnants still stand, but the most impressive attraction is Kilkenny Castle, in large gardens by the River Nore. The 3-turreted fortress was a former home of the once powerful Butler family.
The Parade leads from here past high street shops to The Tholsel – the porticoed town hall. The Elizabethan merchants’ residence Rothe House is in a similar style. Wandering the colourful streets you can’t fail to notice buildings named after cats, a reference to the residents’ dogged determination. Local hurling team The Cats play at Nowlan Park, and the city hosts the annual Cat Laughs comedy festival, amongst others.
Booking.com’s Kilkenny accommodation includes hotels with spas and pools, and city centre guest houses near the train station.
The imposing Norman castle complex which is 900+ years old...
The imposing Norman castle complex which is 900+ years old is largely intact and well worth a visit even if you think you are not a 'history person'. Guided tour is worthwhile. Also visit the artists workshops in the stables complex opposite as well as adjacent park and gardens.
After the castle go to the related St. Canice's Cathedral. The streets between still have a historic character with old buildings and shop fronts and plenty of places to shop, eat and drink with a predominance of independent traders. Kilkenny is compact and easy to walk round but people with mobility difficulties should check as some parts are steep or served by steps. Kilkenny is close to the main motorway network and would make a good touring base.
joan bryson
Ireland
10
Scored 10
The best city in Ireland for partying and everyone is so...
The best city in Ireland for partying and everyone is so friendly. Loads of bars and pubs and all fab in their own way. My favourite place in Ireland !
Ate in an old fashioned tavern off the high st and food great.
Wether its a couples weekend on groups of golfers, stags etc its a top place
Jason
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We visited for a boys weekend away, 9 years after our last...
We visited for a boys weekend away, 9 years after our last visit and it did not disappoint. So many great independent bars to work your way through, all in close proximity, most with an authentic Iriah feel to them. As usual, the Irish welcome is excellent with live music on tap too. Great place for a boozy weekend.
Andrew
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
I like this tiny and warm, friendly city.
I like this tiny and warm, friendly city. During my stay there everything is amazing and interesting. Unfortunately there is no public transportation to Dunmore cave, otherwise I would like to visit there.
Roswita Chen
Taiwan
10
Scored 10
I loved this mediaeval city .bursting with history and...
I loved this mediaeval city .bursting with history and street art , culture, and so many unique and quirky shops. I also love learning about history and loved how many different places I could see and learn about here. The highlights were the castle tour and the shennagins walking tour .
Zoei Murphy
Ireland
8.0
Scored 8.0
An old medieval town that is not overly touristed.
An old medieval town that is not overly touristed. Lots of lively pubs with friendly local people. I enjoy late night walks and this city seemed completely safe to enjoy at all hours. If you have a car the Rock of Cashel is about an hour away and well worth the trip.
The room looked relatively new, looks like it was renovated recently so everything was neat and tidy and clean. Was surprised how clean the bathroom was! They had a little cake waiting for me in the room as it was my birthday.
There is plenty of free parking, located close to the city centre and most amenities. The breakfast was okay, the usual continental breakfast. The dinner was actually good! The salmon was fresh. Have nothing bad to say, will definitely go again!
Beautiful spacious room, tea and coffee machine available in the room, exceptional shower facilities, very clean, owner Liam was extremely helpful and lovely to deal with, property perfectly located (quiet location but close to city centre), excellent continental breakfast presented beautifully in a picnic basket - a very nice touch! Would certainly return for another stay.
Highly recommended 👌 👍
So disappointed with this hotel. It was a very poor 2 star at most. Absolutely freezing with no heat. The bed was old, lumpy, squeaky + very uncomfortable. It was overpriced. Electricity wires from 2 lamps tied together with tape - a complete fire hazzard. We couldn’t wait to get out of there. Will never return but “hotels” like this give tourism Ireland a very bad name.
From start to finish everything was perfect! The staff the hotel itself! Everything! Perfect for couples, girls/lads weekend or families! Something for everyone and smack in the city centre! Food was amazing too! We had planned to check other restaurants out in Kilkenny but the food was so good we didnt care to look anywhere else ☺️
The rooms were massive, and for an older property, everything at Butler house was surprisingly fresh, clean and updated while keeping the classic feel of a historical hotel. It is also central to everything important in Kilkenny and an easy walk to visit those sites. We would absolutely stay again at Butler House.
Angela and John are incredibly friendly, greeting everyone with a smile and preparing a fantastic full Irish breakfast. The house is very clean and is a nice easy walk into town centre. They provided recommendations for where to eat and drink, and some of the sights to see. It was a great stay!
Facility was absolutely outstanding and the rooms perfect. Staff was amazing and rooms ready early! Loved the gym and pool and they kept giving us extra water which was greatly appreciated. Loved the breakfast and everything about this hotel.
The location is fantastic, very near town and opposite the castle park walk and the kilkenny design centre. Minutes walk from city centre.
Very quiet and the owner Pat and his staff are friendly and welcoming and always available to help.
The apartment is very modern and spacious, in a great location right in the city centre but this means it is noisy at night. The people running the apartment were flexible with offering an earlier check in once the apartment was ready.
Louise and staff were accommodating on every level. Above and beyond expectations. One of the cutest boutique hotels I have ever stayed. The location could not have been more perfect. Loved it.
The hotel was beautiful. The staff was great. We loved the pub and outside seating. The location were perfect within walking distance to the Castle and everything!
the hotel was clean busy, friendly, great for kids and the food and service was very good. only 5mins from Kilkenny city centre so location is perfect.
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