Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (6667 reviews)
The Bridge, John Street , Kilkenny , ie

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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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.

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 6667 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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Corey • couple • us
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

My room overlooked the castle. The food was excellent, and the staff was awesome.

Cons:

Parking was a little tight.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ie
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Ruairí • couple • ie
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • couple • ie
8
Pros:

Location and food

Cons:

Bed wasn’t that comfortable

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Nguyen • couple • us
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • ie
7
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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mag • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Nice clean, spacious rooms

Cons:

I think its a bit.too pricey for one night

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • ie
9
Fun and friendly place to stay.
Pros:

Central location
Great food

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Iveta • extended_group • sk
6
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Roslyn • couple • ie
10
A pleasure as always
Pros:

The friendly welcome received from all the staff we met.
The location and the beautiful breakfast

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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norma • couple • ie
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Fionnuala • couple • ie
7
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • us
6
Hotel is run down. Poor value for money
Cons:

Room is quite run down. Caulking in bathroom is really messy. Also saw ants in the breakfast area

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Jilly Callaghan • couple • ie
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • ie
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Aliperti • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

So accommodating and perfect location. Highly recommend.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Louise • family_with_children • ie
5
Pros:

Great location and lovely staff

Cons:

Rooms need upgrading, shower was terrible

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • ie
8
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Diane • extended_group • ie
7
Pros:

The hotel staff were very nice and accommodating. The hotel itself was central and had a scenic view of the river.

Cons:

The rooms were dated, and very very warm.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee