A riverside town with stone buildings, a bridge, and a pub named "Matt the Millers Bar & Restaurant".

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Recommended hotels in Kilkenny

A well-lit living room with a chandelier, a green sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

1. The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (549 reviews)
"Breakfast was great and location was fabulous!"
Canada
Alana
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Club House Hotel
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a variety of glasses, and a bar counter.

2. Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great breakfast, nice clean room."
Canada
Emily
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
A dining area with a bar, featuring a chandelier, blue upholstered chairs, and a wine rack.

3. Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (921 reviews)
"Wonderful Place to Stay!"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is AU$336
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
A person in a robe standing by a window with a view of a castle.

4. Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Our stay was good and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Kristine
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pembroke Hotel
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and umbrellas, a stone building with a traditional architectural style, and a clear evening sky.

5. Hotel Kilkenny

Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Walkinslough
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great to have parking available. Staff helpful and a good breakfast."
Australia
Margaret
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Kilkenny
A stone interior with arched windows and a glass railing.

6. Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (866 reviews)
"Was a lovely stay…room was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped- was the middle of a heatwave so understandable. Food options at the bars was great, fantastic breakfast."
Australia
Deanna
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kilford Arms Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

7. SpringHill Hotel

SpringHill Hotel
3.0 star property
Kilkenny
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (410 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly people."
Australia
Fay
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
SpringHill Hotel
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a wooden floor.

8. Launard House

Launard House
3.0 star property
Maidenhill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (213 reviews)
"The breakfast was excellent and I enjoyed conversation with other guests"
United States
Xiao Yong
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Launard House
A restaurant with wooden flooring, high ceilings, and hanging plants. Tables are set with candles and wine glasses.

9. Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Very nice traditional hotel"
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$388
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
A hotel lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

10. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Talbotsinch
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel, very clean, well maintained and friendly staff."
Ireland
Lydia
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
A hallway with a double door, a framed picture on the wall, and a tiled floor.

11. No 13 Townhouse

No 13 Townhouse
2.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"The room was clean , a convenient location center of town"
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
No 13 Townhouse
A spacious indoor area with a long bench, dining table, and chairs, featuring a brick wall and large windows.

12. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
5.0 star property
Lyrath
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (686 reviews)
"Nice room and great breakfast. Good walks in the extensive grounds"
United Kingdom
simon
The price is AU$369
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
A spa area with two reclining chairs, a table with fruit and a drink, and ambient lighting.

13. Newpark Hotel

Newpark Hotel
4.0 star property
Newpark
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (783 reviews)
"Great family hotel"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Newpark Hotel
A modern building with a glass entrance, interior seating, and a bar area.

14. Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Smithsland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
Scott
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
A patio area with wicker furniture, a glass-top table, and a potted plant.

15. Rafter'S Gastropub

Rafter'S Gastropub
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"The location was ideal, public parking options nearby were affordable, the breakfast was good and the staff was very nice & friendly."
United States
Kara
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Rafter'S Gastropub

16. Glendine Lodge

Glendine Lodge
3.0 star property
Kilkenny
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place with plenty of parking and great food. Breakfast was excellent."
United Kingdom
Eamonn
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Glendine Lodge
A white building with multiple windows and a covered entrance.

17. Grove Farm House B&B

Grove Farm House B&B
3.0 star property
Inistioge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Clean spacious room for two. Owner was very engaging and helpful. Location was good for us to see various places of interest"
United States
Ronald
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Grove Farm House B&B
A spacious living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase leading to bedrooms.

18. Avalon House Hotel

Avalon House Hotel
3.5 star property
Castlecomer
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"Lovely place, nice and clean, wonderful staff"
Canada
Tara
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Avalon House Hotel
A room with a balcony, two chairs, a table, and a view of a landscape with fields and mountains.

19. Step House Hotel

Step House Hotel
4.0 star property
Borris
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in quite village. Excellent rooms, good breakfast, and plenty of parking."
United Kingdom
Gordon
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Step House Hotel

20. Mattys Pub & Apartments

Mattys Pub & Apartments
4.0 star property
Muine Bheag
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"I stayed here with my family and we had a great experience. The room was as as described and the staff were great, I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Aaron
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Mattys Pub & Apartments
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Top Kilkenny Hotel Reviews

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, efficient check in. Restaurant staff super helpful - evening dinner always good. - hotel on a quiet area, good sleep. - clean room- with windows to open, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer - nice bathroom - Easy, free parking, lots if spaces - in a quiet retail park Costa, KFC at the far end"
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

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Kilkenny Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,697
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$180
Highest Price
AU$388

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kilkenny?
By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your money for fun things to do during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its historic sites and live music venues.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Kilkenny?
Still deciding where to stay in Kilkenny? This hostel is popular: MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kilkenny?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Kilkenny is 916 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kilkenny?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy these things around Kilkenny. Get out into nature with places such as Woodstock House and Gardens, Carlow Town Park and Dunmore Cave. Cultural attractions include St. Mary's Medieval Mile Museum, The Hub and Butler Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Butler House, Kilkenny Courthouse and St Mary's Cathedral.
What's the best way to get to and around Kilkenny while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kilkenny on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Waterford (WAT), 32.7 mi (52.7 km) from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. If you're hoping to check out more of the surrounding area, head over to Kilkenny Station to take a train.