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Situated in the centre of Kilkenny, just 1.1 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 1.1 km from Kilkenny Castle, Kilmore Guesthouse features accommodation with city views and free WiFi. The property has inner courtyard views and is 18 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 34 km from Carrigleade Golf Course. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

Very easy to find, parking was right across the street and very cheap, and the keypad system used here is so accessible and makes checking in a breeze!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,499 reviews
Price from
$149
per night

Set in Kilkenny and only 16 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Attic offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden views and is 20 km from Leinster Hills Golf Club and 21 km from Carlow Golf Range incorp. Ian Kerr Golf Academy. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Kilkenny Castle.

beautiful property and beautiful home! Thank you Jean for hosting us. Everything was perfect!

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9.3
Wonderful
118 reviews
Price from
$117
per night

Apartment, Kilkenny City is situated in the Kilkenny City Centre district of Kilkenny, less than 1 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, 18 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 35 km from Carrigleade Golf Course. The property is around 40 km from Carlow Town Hall, 40 km from Carlow Courthouse and 40 km from Carlow College. The property is 500 metres from Kilkenny Castle, and within 200 metres of the city centre.

The welcome was very nice and warm. The location was excellent (public parking nearby) and a very big apartment with great facilities. Clean and modern

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9.2
Wonderful
215 reviews
Price from
$246
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Gráisín is situated in Kilkenny, 8.1 km from Kilkenny Castle and 25 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is set 7.3 km from Kilkenny Railway Station.

Fabulous, loved it. Couldn’t do enough for their guests

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9.7
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
$135
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, McClure Yurt at Carrigeen Glamping is set in Kilkenny, 27 km from Leinster Hills Golf Club and 28 km from Carlow Golf Range incorp. Ian Kerr Golf Academy. With free private parking, the property is 7.6 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 10 km from Kilkenny Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 26 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

Excellent overall; loved the personal touches from Marsha and Jimmy; bed was so comfortable and breakfast basket was delicious; kitchen and bathroom facilities were great; easy drive to Kilkenny city

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9.2
Wonderful
119 reviews
Price from
$107
per night

Located in Kilkenny, Carrigeen Glamping provides accommodation with free private parking.

A balcony with garden views is offered in every unit.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Kilkenny Railway Station is 7.6 km from the lodge, while Kilkenny Castle is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 66 km from Carrigeen Glamping.

Beautiful area amazing service and great camping spot

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9.3
Wonderful
230 reviews
Price from
$107
per night

With inner courtyard views, The Nore River House is located in Kilkenny and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a patio. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

The breakfast was great for us and had more than enough options to pick amongst!

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9.2
Wonderful
202 reviews
Price from
$175
per night

Located in Kilkenny and only 2.1 km from Kilkenny Castle, Glamping at Treegrove provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 2.8 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, 18 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 33 km from Carrigleade Golf Course. Carlow Town Hall is 38 km from the campground and Carlow Courthouse is 38 km away.

Very chilled stay, we both really enjoyed it. We will definitely be back.

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9
Wonderful
642 reviews
Price from
$96
per night

Newlands Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kilkenny, 7.4 km from Kilkenny Castle. 10 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 13 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, the property features a garden and a terrace. This 4-star guest house offers private entrance.

wonderful host, comfortable, charming room, excellent food

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9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
$123
per night

Located less than 7 km from Kilkenny Castle and centre, Twin Oaks bed and breakfast features a garden, shared lounge with TV, a picnic area, and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site and bicycles can be securely stored overnight.

Spacious quiet rural location not too far from town. Lovely folks, great breakfast.

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9.3
Wonderful
549 reviews
Price from
$128
per night

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  • Newlands Lodge
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 118 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Newlands Lodge in Kilkenny features accommodations, a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to mini-golf, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Hosts were incredible - thoroughly enjoyed my stay!

  • Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,144 reviews

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

    Good location , nice quiet room and good breakfast

  • Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,410 reviews

    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.

    Staff very friendly, Hotel was spotless and very festive

  • Kilkenny River Court Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,390 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.

    Friendly staff, great location and tasty breakfast.

  • Newpark Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,048 reviews

    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.

    Food was ok. More selection on the second morning.

  • Lyrath Estate
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,600 reviews

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

    View of Cherry blossoms from bedroom window was amazing

  • Launard House
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 774 reviews

    Launard House offers attractive bed and breakfast accommodations 6 minutes’ drive from Kilkenny Castle. Close to the city center, this guest house offers rooms with attached bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

    Great breakfast. Friendly owner. Overall great stay

  • Kilmore Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,499 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Kilmore Guesthouse features accommodations in Kilkenny. Featuring city and inner courtyard views, this guest house also includes free Wifi.

    Great location and the beds were very comfortable.

Great access to the city center! Check these cheap hotels in Kilkenny

  • Kilkenny rental The Folly Lodge minutes from city centre R95RYC8
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Kilkenny rental The Folly Lodge minutes from city centre R95RYC8 provides accommodations in Kilkenny. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

  • Camán Inn
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Camán Inn is located in Kilkenny, just 20 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 26 miles from Kilkenny Castle.

  • Desart School Garden Chalet
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews

    Offering a garden, Desart School Garden Chalet features accommodations in Kilkenny.

    Un lugar agradable, tranquilo y muy independiente.

  • Kilbawn Country House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 51 reviews

    Kilbawn Country House offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 9.3 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 10 miles from Kilkenny Castle. This bed and breakfast features free private parking and free Wifi.

    Elizabeth is a great host and the room of very high standard!

  • Gráisín
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    Offering a garden, Gráisín offers accommodations in Kilkenny. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment.

    it was so well equipped to make a comfortable memorial stay

  • Knockreagh Farm Cottages Mountain or Cedar views
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Knockreagh Farm Cottages Mountain or Cedar views in Kilkenny provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    The whole place was just amazing. We all had a wonderful stay.

  • Ballybur Lodge Mews 2
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 47 reviews

    Ballybur Lodge Mews 2 offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 6.6 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station and 10 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

    Absolutely stunning, beautifully decorated, loved it.

  • Stonehaven
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 37 reviews

    Stonehaven is located in Kilkenny, just a 18-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.

    walking distance to town; had everything we needed

  • Alder Cabin
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 38 reviews

    Alder Cabin is located in Kilkenny, 1.6 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station, and provides a patio, garden, and free WiFi.

    everything we needed was there,lots of room and peaceful

  • Kilkenny Suites
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Kilkenny Suites is an apartment featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kilkenny.

  • Twin Oaks Bed & Breakfast
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 549 reviews

    Located less than 4.3 mi from Kilkenny Castle and center, Twin Oaks bed and breakfast features a garden, shared lounge with TV, a picnic area, and free WiFi.

    Welcoming hosts in close proximity to Kilkenny. Fabulous!

  • Carrigeen Glamping
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 230 reviews

    Located in Kilkenny, Carrigeen Glamping provides accommodations with free private parking. Some units include a seating area and/or a balcony. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

    Felt so comfortable and it was in the lovely countryside

  • Tranquil unit close to Kells
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 77 reviews

    Offering a garden, Tranquil unit close to Kells features accommodations in Kilkenny. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Comfy unit set on Rural hiKells. Well located and equipped.

  • The Attic
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 118 reviews

    The Attic offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 12 miles from Leinster Hills Golf Club and 13 miles from Carlow Golf Range Incorp. Ian Kerr Golf Academy.

    Clean rooms, great breakfest, very spacious apartment.

  • Kilfane Country Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 19 reviews

    Providing free Wifi, private parking, and a garden, the recently renovated property Kilfane Country Lodge offers rooms in Kilkenny, 6.4 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 8.9 miles from Kilkenny...

    Stanza comoda per 5 persone. Ottimo servizio e buona colazione.

  • Apartment, Kilkenny City
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 215 reviews

    Apartment, Kilkenny City offers accommodations in Kilkenny, a 11-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and 11 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

    Lovely apartment and right in the center of everything

  • The Nore River House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 202 reviews

    Providing quiet street views, The Nore River House in Kilkenny features accommodations, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    Beautiful stay, great shower and room was lovely and warm

  • McClure Yurt at Carrigeen Glamping
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews

    McClure Yurt at Carrigeen Glamping is located in Kilkenny, just 16 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 17 miles from Leinster Hills Golf Club.

    was a lovely spot….peaceful and cozy….the yurt was great!!!

  • Dungarvan Studio
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 96 reviews

    Dungarvan Studio is located in Kilkenny, just 8.9 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 10 miles from Kilkenny Castle. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Appartement très confortable, très propre et très agréable

  • Carraig Rua
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 88 reviews

    A 13-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, Carraig Rua features 3-star accommodations in the Kilkenny City Centre district of Kilkenny.

    Excellent location, friendly host, super breakfast

  • Cosy Caravan at Carrigeen Glamping
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 25 reviews

    Cosy Caravan at Carrigeen Glamping is located in Kilkenny, just 4.7 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station and 6.4 miles from Kilkenny Castle.

    Very good hosts, quite friendly. The food was home baked and fresh. Recommend it!

  • Kilkenny City Apartment
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 87 reviews

    Kilkenny City Apartment offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 1.3 miles from Kilkenny Castle and 2.7 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station.

    Very clean and comfortable with everything we needed.

  • Glamping at Treegrove
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 642 reviews

    Glamping at Treegrove offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 1.3 miles from Kilkenny Castle and 1.8 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station.

    Exceptional clean friendly owner a close to the city great spot

  • Ballybur Lodge Mews 1
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment, Ballybur Lodge Mews 1 offers accommodations in Kilkenny. Housed in a building dating from 2022, this apartment features free Wifi and free private parking.

  • Cozy 2 Bedroom Apartment
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 19 reviews

    Cozy 2 Bedroom Apartment is located in Kilkenny, just a 13-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio.

    Vicinanza dal centro storico, pulito e molto gentili.

  • Castle Lodge Kilkenny
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 541 reviews

    Castle Lodge Kilkenny is located in Kilkenny, just a 12-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 1.2 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station.

    Breakfast was continental was delivered to your door.

  • Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 871 reviews

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

    Very central nice staff cool place to stay will stay again

  • Roberts Yard Country Cottage
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9 reviews

    Roberts Yard Country Cottage offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 3.3 miles from Kilkenny Castle and 3.8 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station.

    Location and a beautiful spot to have a great time enjoying the nature and ourselves.

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  • JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,419 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.

    Staff where great room was clean and location was perfect

  • The Rock Bar B&B
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 57 reviews

    The Rock Bar B&B is located in Kilkenny, just 4.6 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station and 5.1 miles from Kilkenny Castle. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    Breakfast included… provided everything and more. There was even netflix

  • Market Slip House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews

    Market Slip House in Kilkenny features accommodations with free Wifi a 10-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 21 miles from Carrigleade Golf Course.

  • Fanad House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,439 reviews

    Set 984 feet from Kilkenny Castle, Fanad House offers classic-style accommodations with a TV. The property offers free private parking, and free WiFi throughout.

    Excellent location short walk to city centre. Friendly staff

  • Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,301 reviews

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

    We loved the warm traditional feel of the property.

  • Billycan Guest Rooms
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 569 reviews

    In a prime location in the Kilkenny City Center district of Kilkenny, Billycan Guest Rooms is located 2297 feet from Kilkenny Castle, less than 0.6 mi from Smithwick's Brewery Tour and an 8-minute...

    The location is amazing and maragaret was so helpful.

  • Kate's Rest
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 391 reviews

    Kate's Rest offers accommodations in Kilkenny, 24 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 27 miles from Rock of Cashel. 13 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station and 13 miles from Kilkenny Castle, the...

    Lovely Place and Oliver is a gent,,, We will be back 😁

  • Celtic House B&B
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 857 reviews

    Celtic House B&B offers accommodations in Kilkenny, a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club.

    Room is really spacious, big shower , very tasty breakfast

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Kilkenny

  • Avg. price/night: $98.56
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 244 reviews
    10/10 all round. The location of the Waterfront is second to none. The view overlooking the water and castle was spectacular to say the least. The rooms had great taste and were spotlessly clean, right in the City and is self check-in which was ideal for us. Value was excellent and i will certainly be back.
    CIARAN
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,301 reviews
    Spotless clean great central location. Room bright, huge , and very clean. Night porter was exceptional. Attentive and very helpful
    Russell
    Family with young children
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,301 reviews
    Very clean, tidy, great staff and ideal location
    Abbie
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 541 reviews
    Beautiful spacious room, tea and coffee machine available in the room, exceptional shower facilities, very clean, owner Liam was extremely helpful and lovely to deal with, property perfectly located (quiet location but close to city centre), excellent continental breakfast presented beautifully in a picnic basket - a very nice touch! Would certainly return for another stay. Highly recommended 👌 👍
    Craig
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $213.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 87 reviews
    Ideal location and very quiet housing estate. Place was spotless and heating was on when we arrived very comfy as it was a miserable day. Would definitely recommend to friends and family and hopefully be back again ourselves in 2024.
    Dee Quinlan
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $171.41
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,114 reviews
    Staff were extremely friendly, with a lovely atmosphere. The rooms were spotless with a lovely aesthetic. Location was ideal. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Kilkenny.
    Ruth
    Group
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 136 reviews
    Great location, right in the centre of Kilkenny. Perfect for stag party's or hen nights. Very clean and spacious. Staff very pleasant to deal with. Everyone in our group was very impressed.
    David
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $202.48
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,462 reviews
    location of the property was ideal, central to everywhere and safe secure parking across the road, property is finished to a really high standard , is spotless clean and food was 10/10
    Kate
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $260.33
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,600 reviews
    Stunning location, very scenic and lovely walkways. Very clean, Bedrooms spotless and excellent facilities. Restaurant was very good. We went to grill and bar. One family member was coeliac and was catered for her very well.
    Muireann
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $155.34
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,353 reviews
    Room was spotless and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location is right beside some fantastic bars and restaurants. Free parking at the rear. The rooms are a little dated but very clean. I will definitely stay there again
    Dominic
    Solo traveler