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Kilkenny – 97 hotels and places to stay

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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
Dara
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely beautiful hotel and surroundings. The staff were all lovely and the breakfast was excellent (and in a beautiful setting overlooking the grounds). The spa is small but very nice, the indoor/outdoor pool is unlike anything I have seen before and we absolutely loved it. Can't recommend the Lyrath enough and can't wait to go back again hopefully!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,334 reviews
Price from
$267.71
1 night, 2 adults

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny

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

S
Suzanne
From
United Kingdom
fantastic location in the heart of the city, and we were lucky to be up graded to a suite. Bed very comfortable and good coffee and tea making facilities. The breakfast included was excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,434 reviews
Price from
$168.08
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, 1,226 reviews
Price from
$144.23
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.

T
Tracey
From
Canada
The breakfast was fantastic. It was our first irish breakfast and it was delicious. The location is fantastic. We were able to walk to pubs, shopping and the Kilkenny castle. They also had great amenities, pool, hot tub, sauna, gym.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,817 reviews
Price from
$171.79
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.

b
bruce
From
Canada
Very good central location and lovely comfortable spacious room. The breakfast was fantastic. Staff is very welcoming and courteous.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviews
Price from
$172.94
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, 1,223 reviews
Price from
$162.32
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.

D
Deborah
From
Switzerland
We stayed only for one night, and will recommend Langtons.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,535 reviews
Price from
$205.23
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.

M
Marcelle
From
Germany
The room was huge and very comfortable. Everything was walkable. Breakfast was also very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6,008 reviews
Price from
$201.77
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.

h
hazel
From
Ireland
room was very large double bed and a single bed bathroom clean and tidy breakfast buffet was great set you up for the day as you chose what you wanted we had dinner in the bar food was good very large car park plenty of spaces sorry no lift if your on the second floor
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,165 reviews
Price from
$166.02
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 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews
Price from
$207.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6,008 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Kilkenny

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Riverside Loft Group Accommodation is located in Kilkenny, just a 11-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and 0.8 miles from Kilkenny Castle.

From $576.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Kenny's Cottage provides rooms in Kilkenny near Kilkenny Railway Station and Kilkenny Castle.

From $290.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Located in Kilkenny, within a 13-minute walk of Kilkenny Railway Station and 0.8 miles of Kilkenny Castle, The Stable Loft at Troysgate has accommodations with a bar as well as free private parking...

From $322.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring a garden, The Folly Self Catering Sleeps 28 7 bedrooms provides accommodations in Kilkenny. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From $1,764.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Housed in a historic building, Purcells@Knockdrinna provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in Kilkenny, 2.4 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

From $196 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,530 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 $115.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Penthouse Apartment offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 21 miles from Leinster Hills Golf Club and 23 miles from Carlow Courthouse.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,535 reviews

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

From $170.64 per night

Budget hotels in Kilkenny and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,239 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 $161.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6,008 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 $144.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 388 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 $102.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

No 5 Rose Inn Street - Room 3 offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 24 miles from Carlow Courthouse and 25 miles from Carlow Town Hall.

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, 233 reviews

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

Best hotels with breakfast in Kilkenny and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 111 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 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 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 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

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

From $172.94 per night

Right in the heart of Kilkenny, The Tholsel Bar and Townhouse Kilkenny features rooms with free Wifi.

From $155.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.9
Poor - What previous guests thought, 374 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.

From $86.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews

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

From $126.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 112 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.

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
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What Guests Said About Kilkenny:

8.0

Kilkenny has a lot to offer.

Kilkenny has a lot to offer. A lot of history and a lot of historic buildings and nice shops etc. The Kilkenny Bookshop... excellent. Lovely ambiance there. Yesterday's shop is a lovely experience. Plenty night life for the more adventurous. We had a meal and breakfast in Rafter's and everything was lovely there. Weren't there long enough to visit any of the buildings but maybe next time.
Guest review by
Georgina
Ireland
10

I hadn't been to Kilkenny for a good number of years and I...

I hadn't been to Kilkenny for a good number of years and I was blown away by how pretty and accessible the town was. We were there at Halloween so it was very atmospheric, ghost tour was great too. There were so many interesting shops and lovely restuarants, Paris Texas was particularly good. ALL the bars were great with music most nights, Fields and Matt Millars were particularly good. I'm thinking of going back again for the christmas markets.
Guest review by
Sandra
Ireland
10

We didn’t expect to love Kilkenny this much.

We didn’t expect to love Kilkenny this much. Honestly, we thought it might just be a quick stop between Dublin and Dingle — but wow, this city had other plans. We stayed at the Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel, which turned out to be right in the heart of everything (and dangerously close to several very good pubs). The staff were friendly, the room was great, and the downstairs bar made it a little too easy to “just pop in for one.” The castle is straight out of a storybook, St. Canice’s Cathedral has a tower climb that will either make you feel brave or slightly ridiculous (worth it either way), and Rothe House and the Medieval Mile Museum make history feel alive and oddly relatable. Everywhere we turned there was something beautiful, old, or both. And the pubs — good grief. Every night turned into “just one more pint,” with live music, friendly locals, and that cozy Irish magic that makes you forget what time it is. Kilkenny has this perfect mix of history, charm, and fun. It’s walkable, welcoming, and just the right size to feel like you really got to know it. We left wishing we’d stayed longer — and promising we’ll be back (ideally with stronger pub stamina).
Guest review by
Brad
United States
10

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

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

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

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From $184.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,478 reviews
We had dinner Friday night and Saturday Night. The food was amazing you could not fault it. Portion sizes were great value for money, even the kids portions were great for the price. The location of the hotel was perfect, you can walk to the city centre. We really enjoyed our stay.
Guest review by
Ciara
Ireland
From $102.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
The room was in a very good location in the city centre of Kilkenny, with a wonderful view of the river and the castle. Overall, we had an OK stay and had the basic necessities for a hotel room.
Guest review by
Vittorio
Italy
From $138.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,165 reviews
Lovely hotel very close to the city centre 20 minutes walk hotel across the road from the hospital hotel very quiet now noise at night breakfast very good
Guest review by
Morris
Ireland
From $207.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews
Really nice hotel for families. Great facilities and a short drive to City Centre. Room clean and comfortable.
Guest review by
Sarah
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Perfect location and lovely apartment. Great balcony and right in the city centre
Guest review by
Brian
United Kingdom
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