Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (7011 reviews)
The Bridge, John Street , Kilkenny , ie

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Old and dated
Noise from surrounding rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Room was very clean and comfortable, but some areas appear old and dated.
Service
8.95
Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, handling requests with ease.
Location
9.15
Excellent location right beside the river and Kilkenny castle, very picturesque.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms were generally comfortable but had some issues like temperature control and noise.
Amenities
7.65
Limited amenities with no entertainment or food service after 9pm.
Value for Money
8.65
Good value in terms of location and service, though some room quality aspects felt lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Good breakfast options, but limited food service after hours.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall enjoyed the stay and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:39

Property Description

Scenic Riverside Location
Located on the banks of the River Nore, our 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers stunning views of the 12th-century castle, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in our large, stylishly decorated rooms featuring fine furnishings. Wake up to breathtaking views of the River Nore and the historic castle, creating a truly memorable experience.

Award-Winning Dining and Events
Treat your taste buds at the AA rosette-winning Riverside Restaurant and Terrace Kitchen, offering a delightful al fresco dining experience. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or family celebration, our hotel provides the perfect venue for your special occasions.

Experience elegance and charm at Kilkenny River Court Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

This hotel will not accept bookings from hen/stag party groups.

For groups of more than 5 rooms, different policies and supplements apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: WAT

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 7011 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 8.95
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Aidan • couple • ie
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • ie
10
Excellent Experience
Pros:

Excellent organisation and service by breakfast team

Cons:

Liked everything

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No a/c. It was uncomfortable and hot.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • extended_group • ch
3
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Declan • couple • ie
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Were on 3rd floor and when we arrived the lift was out of service. It was repaired later on in the day but extremely slow

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Aideen • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Olga Gidiuli • solo_traveller • it
10
Bellezza decadente.
Pros:

Posizione eccezionale ed ottimo parcheggio.
La colazione eccellente.

Cons:

La struttura è molto datata e questo lo si vede
molto sicuramente ai suoi tempi sarà stata bella.
Necessita una bella ristrutturazione.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Dublin Dave • solo_traveller • ie
5
Pros:

Super location

Cons:

Very dated , need major over haul!
Service 2*

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
F
Friedrich • couple • at
9
Empfehlenswert
Pros:

Lage mitten im Zentrum inkl Parkplatz

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Tomasz • couple • ie
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • couple • us
2
Very hot and uncomfortable.
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Very hot. Our room was sunbaked and when we opened the balcony door to cool it down our room filled with smoke and hot cooking exhaust. We asked to be moved and were put into a very tiny room with a very tiny bed. They know it gets hot. They have a/c for the hallways, reception and offices but none for the comfort of the guests.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • ca
8
Pleasant stay with a view of the castle
Pros:

Great location by the river with a view of the castle.
Restaurant & exterior patio by the river with relaxing views away from the hectic road traffic.
Both dinner & breakfast were very filling.

Cons:

No AC, so if traveling in summer, be prepared for a hot night.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Niamh • couple • ie
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Ramon • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Situación del hotel cerca del castillo.
Restaurante correcto

Cons:

La entrada de vehículos es muy estrecha y con poca señalización, es fácil pasarte de largo, y el parking es pequeño.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
D
Dave • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Restaurant staff friendly but bar staff were disorganised and not friendly.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
M
MAURICE • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Great hotel in city centre and within walking distance to everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Yasmina • couple • be
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • us
10
Pros:

The location is beautiful on the river. Easily able to walk to everything in Kilkenny. The staff was friendly and breakfast was excellent.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Hermann • solo_traveller • at
6
Pros:

Hotellage

Cons:

Hotel Zufahrt , immer laut wegen Pup bis 11:00 Frühstück so lala

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee