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

It was perfect! GREAT location, amazing staff, music in the bar and beautiful atmosphere for breakfast!
Review score
8.4
Very Good
2,444 reviews
Price from
$172.58
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Terrific location. Great breakfast.
Review score
7.4
Good
2,350 reviews
Price from
$108.13
1 night, 2 adults

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

Breakfast was great lots of choice.dinner in grill was amazing great atmosphere good food.each night there was music in lounge area that was really niceand relaxing.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
2,619 reviews
Price from
$208.40
1 night, 2 adults

With a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a hot tub, and an Aveda spa, Newpark Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Kilkenny center. The house is set within 40 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens.

Facilities for the kids Access to Dino park Excellent room service
Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,965 reviews
Price from
$196.61
1 night, 2 adults

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.

We had a really nice stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to help. The room was clean, comfortable, and well designed with all the amenities I needed for a relaxing stay. While the location wasn't in the heart of everything, it was still very convenient to get around easily. Overall, a great experience and I’d definitely stay here again!
Review score
8.3
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Price from
$164.55
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Close to a lot of things to do. Very clean and the staff was ready and willing to help with anything.
Review score
8.9
Excellent
1,199 reviews
Price from
$196.61
1 night, 2 adults

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.

I was on a break between work trips. The walls were pretty thin and I was put in a room with a loud party next door and with bright street lights outside. I really just wanted a quiet room that was dark at night. The room was reasonably clean and the location was good.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
1,160 reviews
Price from
$162.65
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Kilkenny, 1.1 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Orchard House has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

The room was very neat and clean and had everything that we could need. The restaurant dinner was excellent.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
88 reviews
Price from
$109.23
1 night, 2 adults

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

Great location and easy to get to. Good value for the breakfast. Easy walk into town. Also had fridge for my medication.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
982 reviews
Price from
$218.45
1 night, 2 adults

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

Location is excellent, breakfast was really good, but the room needs updating and the tv didn't work.
Review score
8.6
Excellent
1,341 reviews
Price from
$193.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Kilkenny's best hotels with breakfast

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,505 reviews

    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.

  • Review score
    7.4
    Good · 2,350 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.

  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 721 reviews

    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.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 88 reviews

    Located in Kilkenny, 1.1 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Orchard House has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

  • Review score
    4.2
    Disappointing · 92 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.

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What Guests Said About Kilkenny:

  • Review score
    8.0

    For us one day was enough to see what we wanted.

    For us one day was enough to see what we wanted. We visited the castle, took the road train which was great and had a nice dinner at Langton’s where we stayed the night. There were several restaurants I could still have tried, and if you had other things you wanted to see in the area, it could be a good base.
    Guest review by
    Kimberly
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    Real holiday buzz lots of people around...loads to see if...

    Real holiday buzz lots of people around...loads to see if you stay long enough..The toilets in a lot of pubs need to be cleaned and upgraded..great atmosphere 😀..the Hibernian hotel is lovely for food 😀 but lots of great places to eat or even just coffee and cake..and don't forget to investigate the Butterslip !!
    Guest review by
    francis
    Ireland
  • Review score
    10.0

    Great place to visit.

    Great place to visit. I loved the compact size of the city and was able to see everything I wanted to see without getting exhausted. Kilkenny is full of historical buildings and streets, most of which are easily accessible. People are friendly and helpful and the cafes, pubs and shops are a pleasure to go in to.
    Guest review by
    Ger
    Ireland
  • Review score
    8.0

    A fabulous historic city to visit, with so much to see.

    A fabulous historic city to visit, with so much to see. However, rather disappointing was the entry cost to all of the historic buildings. I was travelling with a group from America, we would have called to all the historic buildings for a tour, but the cost mounts very fast. We would have been happy to pay more and get access to a number of the historic buildings/ museums, but paying from 9.50- 12 euro for 6 people for each of the tours was exorbitant, the net effect was that we stopped going in and looked from the outside. Definitely needs to be considered.
    Guest review by
    Roisin
    Ireland
  • Review score
    10.0

    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.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    Ireland
  • Review score
    10.0

    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
    Guest review by
    toby
    United States

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  • From $108.13 per night
    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,157 reviews
    We were very happy with the room. We had dinner in the restaurant and were very happy with the meal. Not quite in the city centre but very close and parking was easy in Kilkenny. Very easy to find and the room was quiet. Plenty of parking.
    Guest review by
    Deirdre
    Australia
  • From $206.44 per night
    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 2,017 reviews
    Very comfortable room, lovely hotel and a good breakfast. Ideal location in the city centre and just far enough from the noisier areas at night too. The staff at breakfast looked after us well and appreciated it!
    Guest review by
    Adam
    United Kingdom
  • From $202.07 per night
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 5,160 reviews
    Location of the hotel is superb right in the city centre. Rooms were very spacious and clean. Breakfast was very tasty with a help yourself continental and cooked food choices. Staff were friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Lucy
    United Kingdom
  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 982 reviews
    Location and comfort very good, great menu and excellent staff with parking behind the city centre property it is an excellent place for a city break
    Guest review by
    Alan
    Ireland
  • From $141.99 per night
    Review score
    7.4
    Good · 2,350 reviews
    Hotel is located in the city centre so you have all shops ,restaurants and transport within easy reach .Check in was quick and easy .
    Guest review by
    karen
    Ireland