Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1923 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
M
MandySy • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

The location is convenient.

Cons:

The room was so hot that it was impossible to sleep at night.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
T
Tamara • solo_traveller • si
8
Pros:

The location of the hotel is amazing and so was the staff.

Cons:

One of the beds in the room was really soft and was uncomfortable.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
A
Aline • extended_group • fr
10
Nous sommes très contents de cette pause à Kilkenny et de Kilford Arms.
Pros:

Le bâtiment de l'hôtel central, à 10mn de la gare, est typique : mélange de rénovation de bâtiment ancien et plusieurs salles festives (pubs intérieurs ou extérieur). La chambre et la salle de bain bien agencées étaient spacieuses (5 lits dont 1 double). Nous étions 3, on ne s'est pas gêné. Le personnel est très accueillant, compétent et disponible. La salle des petits déjeuners est typique. Un choix important de petit-déjeuners est proposé sous forme de buffet (continental) ou typique.
Nous avons beaucoup aimé Kilkenny, ville riche en patrimoines. Nous sommes contents de nous y être arrêtés.

Cons:

La taille de la fenêtre de cette chambre spacieuse est très petite. Il manquait de la luminosité, et c'est important d'aérer.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
G
Giuseppe • couple • it
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
M
MARGARET • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Central and convient

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
T
Trish • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
M
Martina • couple • it
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • ie
8
Perfect location, safe off street parking & a breakfast
Pros:

Great local, safe free parking, breakfast included

Cons:

Bit of a trek to the room, up and down stairs

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
S
Solenne • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
B
Brenda • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Extremely comfortable beds, slept so well
Parking very convenient at the back of the accommodation
Very central location and great value for money

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Posizione ottima, camera carina e pulita.

Cons:

La camera dava su un retro sfiatatoio della cucina e non c’era aria. La temperatura in camera era sui 30 gradi 🥵 c’era un ventilatore che dava un po’ di sollievo.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
B
BAUDRY • couple • fr
8
bon emplacement dans la ville et parking
Pros:

Grande chambre

Cons:

trop de lits dans la chambre - 4 lits ça fait un peu dortoir
j'aurai préféré un seul lit mais plus grand king size

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
T
Tracy • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

Location. Food was lovely.

Cons:

Very hot in the room which i know could not be helped. They provided a fan in each room. Make sure you book a taxi in advance. We were waiting 40 mins and no sign of it. Needles to say reception staff were very kind in following up with the taxi company. We didnt bother with the taxi in the end.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
C
Charlie • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Perfect location right in the heart of the city .

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
D
debra • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Loved the stay and people
Plenty of tea, coffee, sugar milk and water, beds very comfortable

Cons:

All good

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
T
Teresa • couple • gb
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
E
Ellen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
R
Raul • couple • us
10
Best location in Killjenny for a birthday
Pros:

Perfect location

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
J
julie • solo_traveller • au
8
Comfortable, good location at a reasonable price for peak season.
Pros:

Good location. Close to the train station and city centre and river. Very clean with everything I needed. It was quite hot while I was there but a desk fan was supplied which helped. I did have stairs to contend with and only a small window high above my bed so unable to look out.

Cons:

Location and clean.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee