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The 10 Best Homestays in Kilkenny, Ireland

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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.

Its spacious and well-decorated, giving homey vibes.

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9
Wonderful
1,530 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Ideally set in Kilkenny, Butler House offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This guest house provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

The hotel has private parking, the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, and check in was very smooth. We had three in our room; parents and one teenager. We were very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and served at your table by very professional staff. The room was amazing with a spectacular view of the perfectly groomed garden and Kilkenny Castle. The location made it easy to see all of the main sites within the townsite and is close to many great pubs and restaurants. A river walk is minutes away and there are plenty of quality shops. Highly recommend fish and chips at Matt the Millar's, just down the hill.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,872 reviews
Price from
£175
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.

From the moment we arrived until we left, our host was friendly and attentive. Breakfast was lovely and prompt. Just a short and beautiful walk into the city and all the sights!

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9.1
Wonderful
215 reviews
Price from
£157
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.

The hosts were super friendly, room was huge well decorated. Breakfast was perfect

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9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation is set in the centre of Kilkenny, 400 metres from Kilkenny Castle. 600 metres from Smithwick's Brewery Tour, the property is also 1.7 km away from St. Lukes General Hospital. Free WiFi is available.

The men on check in was really nice and helpful. The location is really good. The bed is confort and the room have everything you need. .

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8.6
Excellent
1,453 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Set 300 metres from Kilkenny Castle, Fanad House offers classic-style accommodation with a TV. The property offers free private parking, and free WiFi throughout.

Rooms at the Fanad all come with carpeted floors, tea and coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Emplacement proche du centre. Irish breakfast excellent

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8.7
Excellent
1,468 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

In a prime location in the Kilkenny City Centre district of Kilkenny, Billycan Guest Rooms is located 700 metres from Kilkenny Castle, less than 1 km from Smithwick's Brewery Tour and an 8-minute walk from The Tholsel. The property is set 1.1 km from St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower and 1.2 km from St. Mary's Cathedral. The guest house features family rooms.

It was small, but clean and comfortable.  Margaret who checked us in, was very helpful and very nice. The room is above a pizza shop but we didn’t find it noisy. We tried the pizza and it was delicious! 

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8
Very Good
578 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Situated within 600 metres of Kilkenny Castle and less than 1 km of Kilkenny Railway Station in the centre of Kilkenny, Market Slip House features accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. The property is set 19 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, 34 km from Carrigleade Golf Course and 39 km from Carlow Town Hall. County Carlow Military Museum is 39 km from the guest house and Carlow Golf Range incorp. Ian Kerr Golf Academy is 40 km away.

Excellent location, beautiful accommodations. So fortunate it was available. Thank you Owen.

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8.4
Very Good
9 reviews
Price from
£129
per night

Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay.

Carlow College is 38 km from the homestay, while County Carlow Military Museum is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 59 km from King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located.

Hosts (Cathy & Kate) are extremely kind, supportive, cooperative and humble. I would never meet pretty ladies like them. House Facilities are in a great condition. Location is too close from the city center, historical places, and shopping malls. I can not find words to express my gratitude regarding the stay, and the house owners. Dogs are very beautiful and kind. People shall find happiness there. I believe that all travelers would repeat their stay there. Thank you for everything :)

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8.7
Excellent
39 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay.

Carlow College is 38 km from the homestay, while County Carlow Military Museum is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 59 km from Budget Double Room in City.

The place was in a great location in central Kilkenny and easy to find. The host was very welcoming and helpful and made me feel super comfortable. The dogs were very sweet and an added bonus. Would definitely recommend staying here.

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8.6
Excellent
24 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

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Kilkenny's best hotels with breakfast

  • Glendine Inn
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 869 reviews

    The newly renovated Glendine Inn is fast becoming one of Kilkenny’s best known establishments for Dining/Accommodations and atmosphere.

    Lilts bit noisy because of the working construction

  • Kilmore Guesthouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,529 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.

  • Butler House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,872 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle in the center of Kilkenny, Butler House offers accommodations with access to a garden. This 4-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and an elevator.

    Great location, lovely staff and very comfortable room

  • The Nore River House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 215 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

  • Newlands Lodge
    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!

  • Fanad House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,468 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.

    Great location only 10 minutes walk into Kilkenny city

  • King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 39 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and one mile from Kilkenny Castle, King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located features accommodations in Kilkenny with a garden.

    Informalita' e disponibilità della padrona di casa

  • Budget Double Room in City
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 24 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and one mile from Kilkenny Castle, Budget Double Room in City features accommodations in Kilkenny with a garden.

    A house full of life, you’ll spend a nice moment in Kilkenny on your own or with the owners !

Hotels located in the center of Kilkenny

  • JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,453 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.

    Convenient to town very comfortable and hospitable staff.

  • Market Slip House
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 9 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.

    Very large modern room, beautifully renovated and a great location.

  • Billycan Guest Rooms
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 577 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.

  • The 'Rafter's Gastropub
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,135 reviews

    In the center of Kilkenny, The Rafter's Gastropub is a 1-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. It has rooms with free Wi-Fi, an award-winning bar, a rooftop terrace and a restaurant.

    Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable rooms.

  • The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodation
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 278 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.

    Very clean and central to everything to everything

  • John Street Guest House
    3.8
    Scored 3.8
    Poor
    Rated poor
     · 50 reviews

    John Street Guest House in Kilkenny provides accommodations with free Wifi a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 20 miles from Carrigleade Golf Course.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Kilkenny

  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 400 reviews
    Lovely comfortable apartment on the ground floor. Great location for visiting Kilkenny and the Rock of Cashel. Great host and met some super fellow guests during breakfast. Extremely good value for money. Would stay here again if in the area.
    Derek Hadley
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 563 reviews
    Great hosts
    Oosterholt
    Netherlands
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 215 reviews
    We had a great stay at Nore River House. Robert was a great host, offering lots of tips for things to see & do in Kilkenny. Great value for money, would definitely recommend.
    Kim
    United Kingdom
  • From £120.38 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 884 reviews
    Excellent location, lovely hosts and nice breakfast.
    O'Neill
    Ireland
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 215 reviews
    Nice and comfortable place where you feel at home. You have every sort of facilities (also makeup remover, cotton buds and so on). Robert was a great host and he helped me with everything I needed.
    Fabiana
    Italy
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 24 reviews
    Karen met us and showed us around she is lovely and even left my little boy a Easter egg on arrival. Apartment was beautiful and very clean and also had everything there that we needed. Even milk in the fridge and teas and coffee. We will definitely be staying again and again great host
    april
    Ireland
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 400 reviews
    A lovely host who gave me warm towels on arrival and a map of the area. A very large, clean and comfortable room.
    Louise
    Ireland
  • From £120.38 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 884 reviews
    Great breakfast! Angela and her husband were lovely hosts. Location was perfect, just a short walk to restaurants, pubs, and the castle.
    Rachel
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews
    Everything, from the moment we arrived, the accommodation was warm, cosy, and amazing. I met Paddy in the bar, and he showed me around. We later called in to the pub for a few quiet drinks and got to meet some of the locals.
    O'Boyle
    Ireland
  • From £120.38 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 884 reviews
    John and Angela were great hosts and we felt like they would have done anything in their control to ensure our stay was as good as possible. They deserve all the positive comments they've gotten!
    Richard
    Ireland