Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8 (1635 reviews)
Freshford Road , Kilkenny , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Dated decor
Poor value perception
Minor maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8
The hotel is very clean, maintaining a standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.5
Staff is excellent and very friendly, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
8.5
Location is convenient for parking and access to the town, though some areas feel dated.
Room Quality
7.5
Some rooms are in need of minor repairs, and the decor is described as somewhat dated.
Amenities
8
Amenities are satisfactory with a nice bar and complimentary breakfast options.
Value for Money
7
Some guests felt the price was not justified given the quality of the rooms and services.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast and bar offerings were generally good, although some guests found pub food lacking.
Overall Experience
8.5
Guests enjoyed their stays overall and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the cozy atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:23

Property Description

Newly Renovated Boutique Hotel
Experience the charm of Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel, freshly renovated and ready to welcome you. Situated near the city center, our family-run hotel offers convenience and comfort for your stay.

Chic Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in our chic and traditional rooms, each newly refurbished to provide a cozy retreat. Enjoy free wifi and 40’’ smart TVs in every room, ensuring entertainment at your fingertips.

Cozy Bar and Dining Experience
Unwind at Dore’s bar, where you can mingle with locals and savor delicious bar food daily. Embrace the friendly atmosphere and create lasting memories during your stay.

Book now to enjoy a delightful stay at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel!

Important information:

Kindly note the accommodations is accessible via stairs only, and there is no elevator access at the property. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Please note that the bar and restaurant will open based on demand throughout the low season/winter months, but guests can request food or drink at any time.

Kilkenny House does not accommodate hen or stag parties.

Kilkenny House are happy to accommodate other groups, but different policies apply. A €500.00 deposit is required in advance of arrival. It will be returned as long as rooms are left in good order & there have been no complaints of disturbance from other guests.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: DUB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1635 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Jennifer • couple • ca
4
Wouldn't recommend.
Pros:

The building looks nice from the outside, and the interior public spaces were also quite nice, so we had hope that our room would be just as nice.

Cons:

Unfortunately, the room was well below our expectations for a hotel marketed as "boutique". The furniture was old and worn. The "couch" was a stained 2 seater office style piece of furniture (wooden arm rests and rough textured fabric) - not cozy or comfortable at all. The decor was odd and mismatched and there wasn't a cohesive theme/decorative concept to the room. The TV and artwork were hung in unusual places (high up in corners of the room) which made the dated room feel even more strange (the 'vibe' made me very uncomfortable). The TV was old and/or poor quality - it sounded like we were listening to it through a tin can. The TV remote was missing the battery cover, which we eventually saw sticking out from under the bed - we were surprised this was missed by housekeeping; and the remote was so dirty I had to clean it with wet wipes I brought with us. We could also clearly hear other guests through the walls. I wouldn't recommend this hotel based on the state of the rooms, which is quite unfortunate because the rest of the building was lovely.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Martina • couple • it
8
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Aoife • couple • ie
7
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AGNES • couple • fr
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Estela • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Saskia • couple • de
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Martin • extended_group • gb
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • gb
8
Very hospitable….. convenient to city
Pros:

Excellent staff throughout …. Especially the receptionist
Loved the cosy bar

Cons:

No lift or air con

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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jeancsreis • family_with_children • br
10
Desfrute um tempo incrível na Irlanda.
Pros:

Casa muito bem equipada, muito confortável e com a vista que você realmente vivenciará um sonho de estar na Irlanda, ficamos algumas horas apreciando a vista, as nuvens passando e alterando a paisagem.

Cons:

Não sabiamos onde estava o cofre com a chave, foi uma pequena caça ao tesouro localizar o cofre. Nada que desabone nossa experiência.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Avril • couple • gb
9
Lovely facilities, lovely staff
Pros:

Lovely clean roomy hotel rooms. The pub downstairs is handy for a cheeky one, and the cafe is great for breakfast in the morning! Also huge amount of parking win win.

Cons:

Honestly nothing

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Maurice 57 • couple • fr
8
Trés bien !!
Pros:

Nous avons fait étape dans cet hôtel avec un groupe d'amis. Très bon rapport qualité prix, grand parking. Il y avait un Pub en partie basse pour passer une bonne soirée. chambre très correctes et propres.
il y avait un monte charges pour monter les valises au 1er étage.

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner très basic

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • ua
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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McKenna • solo_traveller • ie
2
Pros:

it was spotless

Cons:

no proper room facilities, like basic air con or fans, no bar till 3pm, no food after 8pm. The beer garden is very tired, there is no atmosphere in the hotel at all.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
8
Great location, staff and rooms.
Pros:

A great hotel, with lovely staff. Brendan is the GOAT front desk supervisor. He booked all of my taxis for me, working out travel durations as I’m not familiar with the area. He also helped me find a replacement phone charger. Thank you Brendan.

Breakfast was lovely, good selection of cooked and continental. Staff were very attentive.

The bar area was cosy, and welcoming. Great little bar menu, with brilliant service.

We were sad to leave.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Annemie • couple • be
8
Goede prijs-kwaliteitsverhoudjng
Pros:

Vriendelijke bediening, inrichting kamer

Cons:

Ligging langs drukke baan en tegenover hospitaal wat lawaaihinder geeft

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • ch
8
Gute Unterkunft
Pros:

Schön und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Geräumige Zimmer. Schöne Bar und Frühstücksraum. Kompliziertes System beim Frühstück. Frühstück nicht besonders.

Cons:

System beim Frühstück und Qualität des Frühstücks.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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linda • couple • ie
5
Underwhelming
Pros:

The decor

Cons:

We didn’t like the synthetic sheets,the cold tap in the bathroom was broken. There was a heat wave, no water provided for guests. Staff were talking loudly outside and had to be asked to be quiet so we could sleep. There was nobody around on checkout not in front desk or in the coffee shop.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Keelin • solo_traveller • ie
8
Good, nice room, lacking some finesse
Pros:

The hotel has been recently renovated and the style is good. The room was nice and big and the shower was great.

Cons:

A hotel of this size and cost should provide at least fans if not air conditioning. No fridge in the room and very basic tea/ coffee facilities in the room - could benefit from a Nespresso style machine. The pillows were very flat and uncomfortable.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • ie
3
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Georgina • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee