Kilford Arms

Hotels
8 (1775 reviews)
John Street , Kilkenny , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Basic room quality
Concerns about cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
There were mentions of rooms being basic and some issues with cleanliness in the corridors, affecting overall satisfaction.
Service
8.5
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9
The location was repeatedly praised for being central and convenient.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms were described as comfortable but some showed signs of age.
Amenities
8
Amenities were adequate but some guests noted missing items like coffee in rooms.
Value for Money
8.5
Guests generally felt they received good value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
7
Food was good but breakfast price and quality received some criticism.
Overall Experience
8
Overall, guests had a positive experience with a few noted concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:19

Property Description

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Located in the heart of Kilkenny, The Kilford Arms Hotel offers comfortable rooms with en suite bathrooms, Satellite TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Most rooms even feature relaxing baths and hair dryers, ensuring a cozy stay.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in the best of local produce at Kilford’s White Oak restaurant, serving traditional Irish food. For a unique experience, visit O’Faolain’s pub set within the stunning architecture incorporating the ruins of a 16th-century church.

Convenient Location
Situated a short walk from the rail and bus station, The Kilford Arms Hotel is centrally located for exploring Kilkenny’s attractions like Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House, and Black Abbey. Book your stay now and experience the charm of Kilkenny!

Important information:

For groups bookings (3 guests or more), Kilford Arms will apply different terms, conditions and payment policies. A credit card is required for all group bookings.

Please note that names on booking are not transferable without prior notification and agreement with hotel management.

There may be some noise at weekends due to the Kilford Arm's weekend bar, karaoke and nightclub facilities.

A Credit Card is required for all bookings. Visa debit is not accepted.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1775 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8
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Cermith • solo_traveller • se
8
Pros:

Vänlig och serviceinriktad personal. Mycket bekväm säng. Rymligt och välstädat rum. Trevlig restaurang och bar.

Cons:

Ingenting att klaga på.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Joulie • extended_group • ca
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room smell and outdated

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • us
8
May Day weekend was hectic and popular. The high room prices reflected the event's popularity.
Pros:

Room was clean but mattresses are somewhat broken down.
Central location was convenient.

Cons:

Smoky and mildewy smells in staircases.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Liam • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • cz
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Mareike • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Véronique • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Mats • solo_traveller • se
6
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Vadym • solo_traveller • ua
7
All inclusive )
Pros:

Дуже вдала ідея - зупинитися тут під час подорожі. Оптимальна за тутешніми мірками ціна, власна безкоштовна парковка, непоганий паб, до центру - пару хвилин. Ірландський сніданок - чудовий. Іншими словами, відчуття, що все включено: і їжа, і відпочинок.

Cons:

Номер розрахований на трьох чи навіть чотирьох. Тому почувався якось дивно.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • ie
10
Had a lovely stay, would definitely go back for another visit
Pros:

Efficient check in and out, friendly people, great location

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Roslyn • couple • au
6
Pros:

Comfortable room

Cons:

The greeting by check in staff

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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JOHN • solo_traveller • ie
10
I’ll be back..,
Pros:

Location , very friendly staff , cleanliness and the food .

Cons:

Everything was great for me.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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richard • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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roberto • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Posizione, colazione, parcheggio

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Camille • solo_traveller • ch
8
Bon emplacement pour un pied à terre
Pros:

Il était proche du centre et néanmoins peu bruyant

Cons:

Petit souci pour pouvoir fermer la fenêtre et avec le mitigeur de la douche

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Rose F • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
8
Quirky and absolutely huge!
Pros:

Central location in lovely area. Parking

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Edward • family_with_children • dk
9
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, decent breakfast

Cons:

rooms were a little on the small side but absolutely fine

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee