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Lyrath Estate

Hotel in Kilkenny

Set amid 170 acres of parkland, Lyrath Estate Kilkenny is located on the outskirts of Kilkenny City.

D
Donnah
From
Switzerland
Everything was exceptional, the food was one of the very best I've had in Ireland.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,371 reviews
Price from
$245.96
1 night, 2 adults

The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Hotel in Kilkenny

With free parking and free WiFi, this stylish hotel is located on Kilkenny's ring road, a 20-minute walk from Kilkenny city center.

D
Darren
From
Canada
Tidy, well appointed completely comfortable, and the staff was outstanding!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews
Price from
$144.87
1 night, 2 adults

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

The 4-star Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is located right in the heart of medieval city of Kilkenny. The property is only 2 minute's walk from main street, restaurants, shops and Kilkenny Castle.

R
Robert
From
China
The room was grand. Had no issues. Didn't eat at the hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,835 reviews
Price from
$172.54
1 night, 2 adults

Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

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.

J
Johannes
From
South Africa
Breakfast perfect fresh and tasty Location close to everything Good size Room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
Price from
$173.70
1 night, 2 adults

Kilford Arms

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

In the heart of Kilkenny, The Kilford Arms Hotel offers free parking and comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and satellite TVs. Kilford’s White Oak restaurant serves high quality local produce.

C
Colleen
From
Ireland
Friendly staff. Very clean. Nice location. Great breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,248 reviews
Price from
$163.03
1 night, 2 adults

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny is located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny, within walking distance of Kilkenny Castle, shopping, the theater, and bars.

M
Monica
From
Austria
The staff was extremely nice and they were able to accomodate our late arrival due to a delayed flight. The whole design is amazing and we felt really comfortable in our room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,527 reviews
Price from
$206.12
1 night, 2 adults

Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

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.

B
Brona
From
Australia
excellent location and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,992 reviews
Price from
$202.65
1 night, 2 adults

Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny

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.

S
Sheldon
From
Canada
It was perfect - breakfast/restaurant & an Irish pub for the evenings. Had a nice little reading spot and everyone was very friendly. It was a close walk to the downtown area, it was a nice walk away from tourists each morning :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
Price from
$166.75
1 night, 2 adults

Newpark Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny

The Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny is a luxurious 4-star, family-run establishment nestled within 25 acres of parkland, just a short distance from Kilkenny City.

A
Alisha
From
United States
Air conditioning, clean, large rooms and bathrooms, beautiful facilities, breakfast was great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews
Price from
$218.86
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Kilkenny

Hotel in Kilkenny

With a pool and hot tub, the chic Hotel Kilkenny is located on the city’s ring road, a 10-minute walk from Kilkenny City center.

R
Ryan
From
United Kingdom
Great Place to Place to Eat, Drink and Stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,465 reviews
Price from
$179.78
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Kilkenny

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,527 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,371 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Kilkenny

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Kilkenny

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Kilkenny

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,465 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Kilkenny

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,992 reviews

Budget hotels in Kilkenny and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,531 reviews

    JBs Bar & Guest Accommodations is set in the center of Kilkenny, 1312 feet from Kilkenny Castle. 1969 feet from Smithwick's Brewery Tour, the property is also 1.1 mi away from St.

    From $138.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

    Billycan Guest Rooms in Kilkenny provides accommodations with free Wifi a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 20 miles from Carrigleade Golf Course.

    From $104.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,527 reviews

    Langtons Hotel Kilkenny is located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny, within walking distance of Kilkenny Castle, shopping, the theater, and bars.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews

    Celtic House B&B offers accommodations in Kilkenny, a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

    From $162.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,992 reviews

    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.

    From $214.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

    Seconds away from the River Nore and Kilkenny Castle, The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodations provides well-appointed rooms in a city center location. Guests can enjoy free WiFi.

    From $126.22 per night
  • No 5 Rose Inn Street - Room 3 offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 24 miles from Carlow Courthouse and 25 miles from Carlow Town Hall.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    No 5 Rose Inn Street - Room 2 in Kilkenny features accommodations with free Wifi, a 7-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station, 11 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 21 miles from Carrigleade...

Best hotels with breakfast in Kilkenny and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    No 5 Rose Inn Street - Room 1 in Kilkenny features accommodations with free Wifi, a 7-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station, 11 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 21 miles from Carrigleade...

  • No5 Rose Inn Street - Book Entire House is located in Kilkenny, just 24 miles from Carlow Courthouse and 25 miles from Carlow Town Hall.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Kilkenny, Lanigan's Accommodation has Full English/Irish breakfast and free WiFi.

    From $399.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

    Luxurious Penthouse Apartment 1, City Centre is located in Kilkenny, just a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and 11 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

    Kilkenny Suites is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Kilkenny, a 6-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and half a mile from Kilkenny Railway Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    The Garden Room is located in Kilkenny, just a 13-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and 11 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Right in the center of Kilkenny, Market Slip House features rooms with free Wifi.

    From $173.70 per night
  • Right in the heart of Kilkenny, The Tholsel Bar and Townhouse Kilkenny features rooms with free Wifi.

Hotels located in the center of Kilkenny

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.9
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

    Located on the Medieval Mile, city center. The Metropole Guest house is located only 2297 feet from Kilkenny Castle and 1640 feet from Medieval Mile Museum. All rooms come with a private bathroom.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    Berkeley House features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Kilkenny.

    From $152.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.1
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodations, Parliament Inn is located in Kilkenny, a 11-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

    Located in Kilkenny, 200 yards from the center and a 8-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, Gate Lodge has accommodations with amenities like free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

    From $149.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,065 reviews

    In the center of Kilkenny, The Rafter's Gastropub is a 1-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. It has rooms with free Wi-Fi, an award-winning bar, a rooftop terrace and a restaurant.

    From $127.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews

    Zuni Restaurant, Cocktail Bar & Boutique Hotel is located in Kilkenny city center with free onsite parking.

    From $208.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews

    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.

    From $208.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    City Centre Townhouse - just off Medieval Mile in Kilkenny features accommodations with free Wifi, a 12-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 21 miles...

    From $1,299.28 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kilkenny

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.

Learn more about visiting Kilkenny

  • 25 attractions
  • 12 points of interest
  • 1 neighborhood

What Guests Said About Kilkenny:

  • 10.0

    Kilkenny is a hidden little gem & I'm so sad we were there...

    Kilkenny is a hidden little gem & I'm so sad we were there for only 1 night 😔 There's the Kilkenny Castle, the Medieval Mile, St Canices cathedral & round tower ... There's so much to do in Kilkenny! We will definitely come back at stay for longer!
    Guest review by
    TePania
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Kilkenny is a medieval city and you can feel that every...

    Kilkenny is a medieval city and you can feel that every place you go! Such a magical, authentic Irish feel to the city - everything we wanted to see and more. It quickly became my favorite place on earth I've visited so far!
    Guest review by
    Mariah
    United States
  • 10.0

    Kilkenny is a lovely small city right on a river.

    Kilkenny is a lovely small city right on a river. We recommend taking advantage of a good walking tour. We did, and it was a perfect way to spend two hours on a sunny morning. Our guide was superb, filling us in on the history of the city with interesting and humorous stories. The castle is an excellent representation of “castles” in general, and we recommend taking the time to tour the castle. There is a very nice cafeteria/restaurant in the old Royal Stable right across from the front entrance to the castle; the food was good and the setting is wonderful.
    Guest review by
    Duane Sarazin
    United States
  • 10.0

    Smithwick’s experience was great..

    Smithwick’s experience was great.. Very easy to find parking for our rental car. Sullivan’s experience was equally interesting - great food. Visit of the medieval town along with his numerous shops was quite something… Overall the friendliness of the Irish people was memorable. Great review for sure.
    Guest review by
    philippe
    Canada
  • 10.0

    Kilkenny is a beautiful little town with so much history and...

    Kilkenny is a beautiful little town with so much history and excellent food! The castle is a must see!! The collection of original portraits of historical figures is breathtaking. We loved everything about it and will definitely be back
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 10.0

    lovely walking town with magical castles, cathedrals and...

    lovely walking town with magical castles, cathedrals and history. Walking Tours a must in this town if you want the learn the history. great pubs, restaurants and shops. If you are active you can see it all in a day..better to relax and enjoy it over two days in my opinion.
    Guest review by
    ljsunshine
    Canada

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 638 reviews
    Spacious & spotlessly clean room & shower. Absolutely loved the breakfast in a basket. Just a 10 minute walk to the city centre but we took the canal & path route up to the castle. Catherine & Liam were friendly and knowledgeable. We were wishing we had booked for more than 1 night as Kilkenny is so beautiful.
    Guest review by
    Frances
    Australia
  • From $104.22 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
    Loved everything here. Facilities were good and convenient, hut was clean, comfortable and very rustic, with a nice stroll into the city centre. Our host was very welcoming and gave lots of useful recommendations!
    Guest review by
    Lydia
    United Kingdom
  • From $214.23 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,992 reviews
    Excellent location overlooking the river in Kilkenny city centre. Great to have no charge for parking. We had a very relaxing break. The price paid was excellent for what we got.
    Guest review by
    Dave
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
    Room was lovely and spacious, clean, very comfortable bed and breakfast was great Oonagh had a great choice on offer, short walk to city centre we really enjoyed our stay xx
    Guest review by
    Ciara
    Ireland
  • From $185.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
    Location in city centre with secure car park, staff went above and beyond to help
    Guest review by
    boywithfarawayeyes
    United Kingdom