In the heart of Kilkenny, Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel offers a cozy retreat. Savor light fare at Dores Bar, explore the garden or unwind by the lobby fireplace. With in-room WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel near St. Canice's Cathedral is a charming haven.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (11)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Lobby fireplace
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
$137 nightly
The total price is $155
$155 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Superior Double Room
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
19 reviews
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Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Kilkenny Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Ted's Coffee House - This coffee shop specializes in Irish cuisine. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 13.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per stay
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Also known as
House Hotel Kilkenny
House Kilkenny
Kilkenny House
Kilkenny House Hotel
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Kilkenny House Hotel Kilkenny
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel Hotel
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel Kilkenny
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and ziplining, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel?
Yes, Dores Bar offers Irish cuisine.
What's the area around Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel like?
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from St. Lukes General Hospital and 19 minutes' walk from St. Canice's Cathedral.
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and outstanding. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Great stay
JONATHAN
JONATHAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
Great bed. Great staff
Lori Shannon
Lori Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 11, 2025
The Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel was such a cute space. Enjoyed our night there.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
Warm and welcoming. A short walk into downtown Kilkenny. We had a great time!
Jana
Jana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
This place was great! I would highly recommend it. Just be aware, as of most of Ireland, no central air during the summer, but other than that it was perfect. So close to Kilkenny. I would stay again. :)
Kristin
Kristin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Front desk was so helpful. Easy to get down town with the bus- staff was kind and helpful- a little ways from downtown but we really liked our stay- breakfast was yummy and convenient to have right there
Brock
Brock, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 8, 2025
A it fast from the downtown if you walk. Drive is fast.
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 24, 2025
We loved our stay at Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel. Room was a good size. Location was easy walking distance to town centre.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 3, 2025
I loved the quiet of the Kilkenny House, and the private parking. The bar is lovely to watch a match. Our room was simple and clean and comfy!
ROBERTA
ROBERTA, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Nice and good price
hilary
hilary, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 10, 2025
Great place. Little outdated but very nice for the money …. Lattes were superb
Randy
Randy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 20, 2025
Brilliant location
Mervyn
Mervyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 7, 2025
The staff were very nice and friendly. Breakfast was really good
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 17, 2025
Seamless experience - great for my travel needs in terms of location convenience while maintaining access to public transport if need be.
Peyton
Peyton, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 7, 2025
Lovely quiet spot
George
George, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 14, 2025
Excellent
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 13, 2025
Friendly staff
Very friendly welcoming staff. Lovely bar. Location great for proximity to hospital. Some staining on the throws at end of bed.
Sinead
Sinead, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 6, 2025
Better than 3 Srars
Had a trip away with friends, Hotel does not have much around it, but a 5 minute can ride and you in the middle of the City. Food was excellent. Bar and Restaurant were both good, Rooms were excellent. Very quite so a good sleep guaranteed.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Oct 25, 2024
Very good newly renovated hotel and nice coffe shop and bar.
Maurice
Maurice, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 20, 2024
Helpful staff and lovely breakfast
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 25, 2024
Very quiet location and the rooms were wonderful.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 23, 2024
clean room, good value and convenient location
M
M, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 26, 2024
Really comfortable, clean and friendly place. Good breakfast.
brett
brett, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 3, 2024
Recent trip
Very welcoming on arrival with a clam atmosphere.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 9, 2024
Relaxing stay
Extremely comfortable hotel. Room was perfect temperature- comfy bed . Relaxing hotel . Great staff . Clean . Good choice for breakfast.. and reasonably priced breakfast
TV was good size .