Launard House offers attractive bed and breakfast accommodation 6 minutes’ drive from Kilkenny Castle. Close to the city centre, this guest house offers en suite rooms and free Wi-Fi. All rooms have a TV and wardrobe. Each room has an en suite shower. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the guest lounge. Guests are welcome to purchase breakfast in the morning. Evening meals are available on request. Kilkenny’s attractions include St Mary’s Cathedral and the Black Abbey. The city is around 35 minutes’ drive north of Waterford, and just over 1 hour from Wexford on Ireland’s east coast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
7.0
Low score for Kilkenny

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ilaria
    Italy Italy
    The position, the breakfast and the kindness of the host were amazing. If we’ll come back in KK, I definitely spend the nights here.
  • Nuala
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    breakfast was lovely and on time. Room was cosy and bathroom warm and spotless. Host very friendly and available when needed to answer any questions.
  • Martin
    Ireland Ireland
    Great selection for breakfast. The bedroom was spacious and good for 2 people. The house was easy to find and very convenient for where we were going.
  • Mary
    Canada Canada
    It is a beautiful B&B and the breakfast was great! Our only complaint was that it was very cold in the room and when we requested heat it was only put on for a short time.
  • Lyn
    Australia Australia
    Good location close to Kilkenny. David was very friendly and helpful
  • Serena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We appreciated very much the vegan porridge in the morning. They accommodated our needs with oat milk and bread with jam too.
  • Tracey
    Australia Australia
    Very clean and comfortable room. Great location to town. Good breakfast
  • Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    David was a very friendly hist.Lovely comfortable bedroom.
  • Leo
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Friendly host and great breakfast. You can walk to the city center in 20 minutes.
  • Tracey
    Australia Australia
    The host Sharon was very friendly and offered good suggestions. Breakfast was lovely

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 937 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

An exceptional purpose-built bed and breakfast just 1.25km from Kilkenny city, Launard House pampers guests with sheer luxury. In the idyllic surroundings of County Kilkenny, guests can relax in king-size beds and indulge in sumptuous home cooked breakfasts. Recommended by Hidden Places travel guide, guests are superbly located to discover the sights of the historical medieval city of Kilkenny. Explore Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House and Gardens, St. Canice’s Cathedral and even try some fishing in the River Nore.

Neighbourhood information

Recommended by Hidden Places travel guide, guests are superbly located to discover the sights of the historical medieval city of Kilkenny. Explore Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House and Gardens, St. Canice’s Cathedral and even try some fishing in the River Nore.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Launard House
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Archery
  • Mini golf
  • Squash
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Karaoke
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Launard House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This is a family property, and hen/stag nights cannot be accommodated.

Please note that the property is situated on a private road, overlooking the roundabout on Kells Road at Junction 2.

If arriving outside of the usual check-in times, guests are asked to contact the property by phone in advance to make arrangements.

Please inform Launard House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Launard House

  • Launard House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Karaoke
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Squash
    • Archery
  • Check-in at Launard House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Launard House is 1.2 miles from the centre of Kilkenny. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Launard House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Quadruple
    • Triple
  • The prices at Launard House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Launard House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish