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Kilford Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 3 bars/lounges, near Kilkenny Castle

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Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a central reception desk, seating area, and large window.
Two single beds with wooden headboards and nightstands, each with a lamp, are arranged side by side.
Relax in a warm and inviting space designed for social gatherings, featuring a long, curved bench and ambient lighting.
Experience the grandeur of this elegant space with a soaring ceiling and a stunning stone archway, featuring a mix of seating options and plush carpeting.
Enjoy a stay in this historic space with a seating area, television, and staircase.
Experience the charm of Kilkenny City Centre at Kilford Arms Hotel, where you can unwind with a game in the arcade or sip on a drink at one of three bars. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at White Oak Restaurant or take in stunning views from the terrace. The helpful staff has left guests feeling well taken care of.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
$144 nightly
The total price is $164
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Three single beds with white mattresses and matching pillows, adorned with throw blankets, are accompanied by wooden nightstands and lamps.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Two single beds with white linens and throw blankets, a wooden headboard, and a small table with a chair.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Three single beds with white mattresses and matching pillows, adorned with throw blankets, are accompanied by wooden nightstands and lamps.

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Three single beds with white mattresses and matching pillows, adorned with throw blankets, are accompanied by wooden nightstands and lamps.

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Netflix
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Three single beds with white mattresses and matching pillows, adorned with throw blankets, are accompanied by wooden nightstands and lamps.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Aug 26 - Aug 27
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About the neighborhood

Map
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Butler House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Lukes General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Hub - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 90 min drive
  • Kilkenny Station - 4 min walk
  • Bagenalstown Station - 18 min drive
  • Thomastown Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lanigans Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Langton's Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sullivan's Brewing Company Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Matt The Millers - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can check out White Oak Restaurant, which serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Debit cards are not accepted.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card 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 in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • Nightclub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 20-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

White Oak Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kilford Arms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kilford Arms 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 Kilford Arms Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Kilford Arms Hotel and nearby?

Kilford Arms Hotel has 3 bars and a nightclub, as well as an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Kilford Arms Hotel?

Yes, White Oak Restaurant offers Irish cuisine.

What's the area around Kilford Arms Hotel like?

Kilford Arms Hotel is in Kilkenny City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Kilkenny Station and 9 minutes' walk from Kilkenny Castle. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bar
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a varied menu and perfectly cooked options. (19 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (11 reviews)
  • Breakfast and evening meals were excellent with plenty of choice and pleasant staff. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great staff. Wonderful accomodations
Kathleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice hotel, good food at the restaraunt.
Misty, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This Hotel is older and it just has a wonderfully comfortable feel to it. It was beautiful, our room was spacious, we had a wonderful stay. Loved it!
Rebecca, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Set in a beautiful location
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay there no complaints whatsoever 🙂
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice, clean hotel with friendly staff right in the middle of town. Easy walk to everything.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location and the facilities are superb.
Hjalmar, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Was a wonderful place to stay!! Lovely place, lovely people!
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

This hotel is in a great location in the center of the city. Very convenient to the Medieval Mile, pubs & restaurants. We appreciated the free parking. The hotel is older but was clean and safe.
Louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good basic hotel, breakfast was pretty good for a buffet style Friendly staff at the desk Can't say much more as we just used it as a base for a couple of days
Des, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

If you like a party this is the hotel .lively and a party mood .
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location across the street from the beach/boardwalk. Breakfast was excellent and service staff very friendly. We were away from the bar, so the noise issue that some reviews reference was not an issue for us. As this area is popular with locals, parking can be an issue.
Ken, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really nice stay if your arriving by bus and look for something close to the MacDonagh Jct. The staff is very friendly. The stay is somewhat older so the paint in the bathroom is chipping a bit. It has a slight old smell and due to the lively neighborhood its quite noisy... but if you are cool with that as I was this stay is totally fine!
Muriel Hedwig, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

This hotel is has the feeling of being in a castle, but is located right along a main street in Kilkenny with easy walking to dining, pubs, and shopping, as well as the Kilkenny Castle. We only stayed one night, but it was a great stopover as we traveled from Dublin to Cork.
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location is fantastic. Very close to all the bars and nightlife but not in the noise of it. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast was huge, (could have included beans though).. Only downside was the shower curtain. It just stuck to you when using the shower making it uncomfortable.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good convenient City centre hotel and pub. Good buffet breakfast
DUDLEY, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fun decor
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

All above expectation. Couldn't have asked for a better stay.
Kennedy, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

This was a very busy hotel and location for Hen parties. Music in the evening was loud and carried to the rooms. Staff very friendly, hotel was dated but close to points of interest.
Kathleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was close to everything and the staff were amazing
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel lovely very clean staff lovely
Judy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice staff very well placed very good food very good rooms
Andrew, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location. Plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Close to all the city's highlights. Free parking. Atmosphere is lively in the hotel bars, with live musicians. However, located on a busy road so it gets quite noisy late at night and early in the morning. No AC so need to keep windows open despite the noise...
Francois-Xavier, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Staff are very pleasant and helpful and the beds are comfy. Property is old and needs an upgrade. Rooms are not super clean and they are hot and stuffy. WiFi is terrible.
Shona, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff very friendly and helpful.
Ryan, 1-night trip