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Langtons Hotel Kilkenny, hotel in Kilkenny

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

The room was lovely and clean, the food in the restaurant was lovely also and ok course the drink was exceptional.😎😎🏝️🎉🍾
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
2,453 reviews
Price from
£132.19
1 night, 2 adults
Lyrath Estate, hotel in Kilkenny

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

Warm welcome from staff, location is gorgeous and food was great.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
2,698 reviews
Price from
£173.18
1 night, 2 adults
Club House Hotel Kilkenny, hotel in Kilkenny

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.

It's a 2 stars so obviously it is what it is but rooms and bathroom are really outdated. We booked last minute so we probably didn't a good deal. Central location and car park are the best part of it.
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
2,373 reviews
Price from
£79.48
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 centre.

Property was beautiful great location for what we need. Amazing smell in lobby everytime we entered into it .
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,534 reviews
Price from
£114.49
1 night, 2 adults
Kilford Arms, hotel in Kilkenny

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.

Breakfast was good
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,161 reviews
Price from
£107.97
1 night, 2 adults
Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel, hotel in 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.

Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,242 reviews
Price from
£133.86
1 night, 2 adults
The Orchard House, hotel in Kilkenny

Situated in Kilkenny, 1.8 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Orchard House features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

Very comfortable room with modern facilities
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
80 reviews
Price from
£83.66
1 night, 2 adults
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel, hotel in Kilkenny

In Kilkenny city centre, the award-winning Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers luxury accommodation, the new Harper's Restaurant and 2 leading bars.

The location was exceptional. The building beautiful. The decor could have been slightly touched up - sad to see water marks on the wooden surfaces. Beautiful breakfast - great value. Thank you for having us.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,280 reviews
Price from
£112.19
1 night, 2 adults
Newpark Hotel, hotel in Kilkenny

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.

Such a fantastic family hotel. All the facilities in the hotel , jurassic Park next door. Very welcoming for kids.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
2,024 reviews
Price from
£152.27
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 centre.

All the staff were very friendly and helpful, they were very warm and welcoming
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,305 reviews
Price from
£124.66
1 night, 2 adults
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  • The Orchard House
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 80 reviews

    Situated in Kilkenny, 1.8 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Orchard House features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Amazing staff atmosphere food and room excellent staff

  • Club House Hotel Kilkenny
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,373 reviews

    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.

    Excellent location, friendly staff ,great breakfast

  • Troysgate House
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 406 reviews

    Only 5 minutes' drive from Kilkenny city centre, Troysgate House welcomes all types of travelers to explore the city's castle grounds, old-fashioned shopfronts and historic pubs.

    Location was great, within 7 minutes walking to the city centre.

  • Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 978 reviews

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

    Excellent location ,food very good and staff so helpful

  • The Stable Loft at Troysgate

    Set in Kilkenny, within 1.1 km of Kilkenny Railway Station and 1.2 km of Kilkenny Castle, The Stable Loft at Troysgate offers accommodation with a bar and as well as free private parking for guests...

  • Parliament Inn
    Scored 4.2
    4.2
    Rated passable
    Disappointing
     · 83 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Parliament Inn is located in Kilkenny, less than 1 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 19 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

    Reception staff were lovely at timr of check in and check out. Location is so central.

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
  • 27 attractions
  • 12 points of interest
  • 1 neighbourhood

What guests said about Kilkenny:

  • Scored 10
    10

    Small city, lots of historical buildings to explore, the...

    Small city, lots of historical buildings to explore, the Castle and the walking paths, lovely walk by the river. Lots of restaurants, coffee shops, accommodation expensive. Certainly an ideal weekend treat.
    A
    Anonymous
    Ireland
  • Scored 10
    10

    this is a great city to visit.

    this is a great city to visit. We thought 2 days would be enough but 3 would have been perfect! In the summer we heard it is like a party atmosphere with street musicians and festivals, but we had fun in the winter because nothing was crowded. Walking tour at the Medieval Mile museum is first rate and probably overlooked by many tourists. The OPW guide at Kilkenny castle was wonderful too. Remember to walk the grounds of the castle
    toby
    United States
  • Scored 10
    10

    Kilkenny is perfect for a 2/3 night stay it has everything .

    Kilkenny is perfect for a 2/3 night stay it has everything . Live music great pubs plenty of places to eat out and they look after you if you have any dietary requirements ie a lot of restaurants have Vegan options etc. If you like walking you are spoilt for choice the banks of the river Nore for a perfect walk short or long also the parklands of Kilkenny castle just perfect.
    Paul
    Ireland
  • Scored 10
    10

    Kilkenny is really lovely town, very pretty and highly...

    Kilkenny is really lovely town, very pretty and highly walkable. We were only there for 2 days/1 night as almost at end of our holiday and enroute back to Dublin. I would suggest 2 nights in Kilkenny would be nice.
    Angela
    Australia
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    We stayed in Kilkenny as part of a whirlwind tour of...

    We stayed in Kilkenny as part of a whirlwind tour of southern Ireland. Unfortunately it was way too short of a visit. I loved our B&B and our host Robert. He could not have been more accommodating or provided a better experience. The cafe in the Design Center was welcoming and the fare delicious. Way too much to see and experience in one day. Only disappointment was the fact that the laundry from the 1800's was c!osed to visitors. The self guided audio tour was helpful in describing the conditions of the workers there I would have liked to experience of seeing the conditions inside as I am writing an historical fiction about the Famine.
    Donna
    United States
  • Scored 10
    10

    The castle and gardens are definitely worth a trip a is the...

    The castle and gardens are definitely worth a trip a is the brewery. I enjoyed the museum and the cathedrals. The road train is a good way to have an initial look around. Kilkenny is a lovely place with lots to explore. I ended my stay with a boat trip on the river which was definitely worth doing.
    Ruth68
    United Kingdom

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  • From £133.86 per night
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,242 reviews
    Staff in the hotel are very friendly and welcoming. The location is great as it's in the city centre. Breakfast was lovely and a good choice. Room was nice but basic enough. Beds were very big and comfy which is a great bonus. The staff make this hotel....from the reception staff, bar staff (night porter was lovely and friendly) and the staff in the breakfast room they were all fantastic.
    Mairead
    Ireland
  • From £109.18 per night
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,691 reviews
    The property was perfect. The hosts were very accommodating with an early check in. The room was warm and vibrant. The beds were extra comfy. Bathroom exceeded expectations. Less than a 10 min walk into the city centre so it's close by but not so close that you would struggle with noise outside. Will stay again when in Kilkenny
    dd.delany
    Ireland
  • From £115.45 per night
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,239 reviews
    Perfect location a little noisy but it is city centre , lovely breakfast & room bright & clean
    Helen
    Ireland
  • From £125.49 per night
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 978 reviews
    Super location in the City centre & nicely tucked away from the busy streets...
    Karl
    Ireland
  • From £62.75 per night
    Scored 3.6
    3.6
    Rated disappointing
    Poor
     · 462 reviews
    Location was great right in city centre
    SHIRLEY
    United Kingdom

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