Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8 (1511 reviews)
Freshford Road , Kilkenny , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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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.

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 1511 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
J
Joan & Patrick • solo_traveller • ie
10
Lovely hotel.
Pros:

Lovely hotel, We stayed for one night and really enjoyed it, love the decor, very clean, Staff very friendly and helpful.
Very nice bar, Definitely would stay again.

Cons:

Nothing everything was perfect.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • us
9
We only stayed for one night and I would recommend it if trying to stay just outside the city center
Pros:

Hotel was cute and breakfast was wonderful with a variety of selections plus parking is included. Being close to the bus stop made it easy to get into town.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Janine • solo_traveller • au
6
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Lyons • solo_traveller • ie
2
Cons:

Plastic on carpet stairs and room dirty. Furniture chipped and tatty, bathroom rusty.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
B
bridie • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • extended_group • fr
7
Bon rapport qualité prix
Pros:

Des chambres spacieuses et confortables. Bonne literie. Le petit déjeuner est varié.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
B
Brian • solo_traveller • ie
7
Comfortable
Pros:

New rooms and very clean and friendly staff

Cons:

The tv in the room wasn’t tune in in fairness the porter tried his best not his fault this was a mistake on behalf of the management

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
B
Benwell • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Kerrie • couple • au
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Lovely place to stay for a few days. Beautiful property and lovely friendly staff. The location was great to walk into the town.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
B
Barbara • couple • us
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Troy • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
D
Debbie • couple • au
7
Friendly staff photos of rooms not true to
Pros:

Staff friendly

Cons:

The photos are not true the rooms the rooms are dated and the photos should reflect this. The breakfast was average and the dinner wasn’t good hamburger poor effort Pattie was a little burnt the fish was frozen

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • extended_group • au
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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CJ • solo_traveller • us
10
Pretty and clean place.
Pros:

Clean and pretty place. Very comfortable beds. Friendly staff and nice breakfast

Cons:

Not in city centre so we had to drive and find a parking lot to eat dinner. Took a long time for hot water to get to our room.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • au
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Jacinta • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Room was nice

Cons:

Food in the bar was inedible. I asked to speak to the manager the next morning, he wasn't in until the afternoon. I left my phone number but he didn't call me. I called the hotel the next day and he still wasn't available. My recommendation is don't stay here.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • couple • gb
7
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Urs • couple • ch
9
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
B
Bettina • solo_traveller • at
7
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Caitlin • couple • au
10
Pros:

Great spot and great pub down stairs

Cons:

Mattress was slightly hard and doors were loud on other guests room

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee