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A spacious living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase leading to bedrooms.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a cup of tea on a table with a white tablecloth.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a tray with strawberries, and a window with curtains.

1. Avalon House Hotel

Castlecomer

Siobahn

AU$196

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A castle with a large courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a modern building with a parking lot.

A castle with a tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A castle surrounded by lush greenery and a golf course.

2. Kilkea Castle

Kilkea

Larry

AU$243

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A metal bucket with a bottle in it, placed on a table in a hotel room.

A dining table with a cake, a bottle, and a dress on a hanger.

A grand staircase with ornate railings, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

3. Woodford Dolmen Hotel

Carlow

Andrew

AU$177

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A pathway lined with large planters leading to a central decorative structure.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with amenities, and a view of the pool.

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, a stone tower, and a landscaped garden with neatly trimmed bushes and a palm tree.

A restaurant with a view of the countryside, featuring tables set with white tablecloths and wooden chairs.

4. Talbot Hotel Carlow

Carlow

Adiba

AU$169

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative lighting.

A modern building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a view of trees.

A modern lounge area with wicker sofas and a round table with a small plant and candles.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring a variety of seating arrangements and a menu board.

5. Clanard Court

Athy

Joanne

AU$236

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A courtyard with a gravel ground, a wooden bench, and a table with chairs. There are potted plants and flowers around.

A room with two sofas, a wooden table, a green vase with flowers, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hallway with a red carpet, a wooden console table with books and a vase of flowers, a mirror, and a staircase leading to another room.

A rustic wooden table with a vase of flowers, a chalkboard with a map, and a green-tiled backsplash in a kitchen setting.

6. Preston House

Abbeyleix

Kate

AU$201

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

7. Maldron Hotel Portlaoise

Portlaoise

Deb

AU$178

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A castle with a central tower, a paved driveway, and well-maintained hedges.

A modern indoor pool with a stone wall backdrop, a wooden deck, and a blue-lit ambiance.

A hot tub area with a stone wall backdrop, a wooden deck, and a metal railing.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and a decorative table.

8. The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

Kilkea

Kaylee

AU$217

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a fruit bowl.

A modern indoor swimming pool with blue tiled walls and a bench along the side.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern room with two orange armchairs, a small white table, and a fireplace.

9. The Killeshin Hotel

Portlaoise

Nicola

AU$166

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a handrail, and a decorative fountain.

A large, historic stone building with multiple towers and a central entrance.

A restaurant with a waiter serving food to a table.

A historic building with a fountain and well-manicured lawn.

10. Seven Oaks Hotel with Heated Indoor Pool and Fitness Centre Carlow Town

Carlow City Centre

Joyce

AU$258

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Charter Bar" above a checkered floor.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, large windows, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a lounge area with chairs and a table.

A restaurant interior with a long counter, booths, and a patterned wall.

11. Midlands Park Hotel

Portlaoise

Brenda

AU$165

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

12. SpringHill Hotel

Kilkenny

Jonathan

AU$212

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wall-mounted TV, and framed artwork.

A bar with multiple shelves of bottles, a television, and wooden bar stools.

A lobby with a wooden parquet floor, leather sofas, a coffee table, potted plants, and a chandelier.

13. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Kilkenny

Bryan

AU$153

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A cozy bar with wooden furniture, a large TV screen, and Guinness branding.

A bar area with multiple stools, a pool table, and a variety of beer taps.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window providing natural light and a view of the city.

14. Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

Carlow City Centre

Alexandra

AU$162

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A small building with a blue door, a clock, and a charging station for a blue car.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a door, and decorative sunflowers.

A living room with a checkered sofa, a blue armchair, a kitchen in the background, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a microwave, a stove, and a built-in washing machine.

15. Mattys Pub & Apartments

Muine Bheag

Sandra

AU$182

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A dining area with a bar, featuring a chandelier, blue upholstered chairs, and a wine rack.

A bar with wooden furniture, bar stools, and shelves of bottles.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a receptionist, and a blue wall with the hotel name.

A bedroom with a large bed, a patterned wallpaper, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny City Centre

LeAnne

AU$197

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A dining area with a patterned chair, a table with a yellow tablecloth, and a wine glass.

A building with a green ivy-covered exterior, a bar and restaurant on the ground floor, and flags indicating it is a hotel.

A warmly lit lobby with a round table, a sofa, and a reception desk.

17. The Club House Hotel

Kilkenny City Centre

Patrick

AU$198

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a long bench, dining table, and chairs, featuring a brick wall and large windows.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a well-maintained garden, and a traditional building facade.

A dining area with a view of a building and trees through large windows.

A historic building with a large lawn, a gazebo, and a fence.

18. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

Lyrath

Darren

AU$350

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

A two-story building with a green ivy-covered exterior, a visible door, and a small garden area with a hedge in the foreground.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of plants and a stone pathway.

19. Fitz Of Inch - Guest House Rooms

Stradbally

AU$88

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a wooden floor.

A two-story house with a stone wall and a well-maintained garden.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a red sofa, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A grand staircase leading to a second floor with a chandelier, framed artwork, and a mirror on the wall.

20. Launard House

Maidenhill

Jenny

AU$178

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Top The Swan Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in The Swan

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely staff and breakfast was excellent"

Pembroke Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Perfect location and a wonderful view of the Kilkenny Castle out of our room window. I would love to go back there on our next visit to Kilkenny."

Hotel Kilkenny

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent experience from check-in to check-out, the staff was great at the front desk as well as at breakfast. Hotel was in a perfect location for our trip with plenty of parking. A lot of morning activity outside our door as we were on the 1st floor. A lot of opening closing of doors which aren't silent for those light sleepers. I was at one end and my brother the far end and we both heard a lot of activity from 6-7:30am and I had ear plugs."

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and the staff were very nice and helpful! We also had breakfast in the hotel which was very good. I highly recommend the hotel."

Kilkea Castle

10/10 Excellent

"We had absolutely an amazing time at Kilkea Castle. Great full Irish breakfast, superb clean room, fantastic staffs, and gorgeous castle and garden."

The Club House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful and pleasant."

SpringHill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Large clean room. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was Amazing. Dinner was very good very large portions. Only downfall was the pool was closed for renovations nothing on website about this only found out at the hotel."

Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning, clean smelling room that was immaculately prepared. The bed was very comfortable. Shower had plenty of hot water and power. Breakfast was delicious."

Kilford Arms Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is in a good spot to walk the town. During weekends it might be busy since there is a nightclub and bar, but during the week it is pretty quiet."

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includes taxes & fees

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in The Swan?

Located 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from the heart of The Swan, The Club House Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Hotel Kilkenny and Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in The Swan.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that The Swan has to offer?

Serene 3-bedroom City Home in charming Kilkenny perfect for relaxing stays: This holiday home rental outside of The Swan comes with laundry facilities so that you can feel at home during your trip. See all vacation rentals in The Swan.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Swan, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in The Swan.

How is it staying in The Swan?

Travellers to The Swan will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 111 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about The Swan.

What should I do while I'm visiting The Swan?

Places to visit in the wider area include Ballintubbert Gardens, Abbeyleix Heritage House and Carlow Town Park. You'll also find Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre and Fairgreen Shopping Centre in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's The Swan guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in The Swan?

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 The Swan is 879 mm.

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Our top choices for The Swan hotels

1. Avalon House Hotel

2. Kilkea Castle

3. Woodford Dolmen Hotel

4. Talbot Hotel Carlow

5. Clanard Court

6. Preston House

7. Maldron Hotel Portlaoise

8. The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

9. The Killeshin Hotel

10. Seven Oaks Hotel with Heated Indoor Pool and Fitness Centre Carlow Town

11. Midlands Park Hotel

12. SpringHill Hotel

13. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

14. Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

15. Mattys Pub & Apartments

16. Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

17. The Club House Hotel

18. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

19. Fitz Of Inch - Guest House Rooms

20. Launard House

Top The Swan Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in The Swan

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

Hotel Kilkenny

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkea Castle

The Club House Hotel

SpringHill Hotel

Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

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Charming 1-bedroom Apartment With Jacuzzi in Johnstown

No 13 Townhouse

Preston House

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

The Farm Cottage

Berkeley House

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