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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Kilkenny, Ireland

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Ideally set in Kilkenny, Butler House offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This guest house provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Parking right beside entrance, check-in the girl was lovely! The room was huge, loads of hot water, beds were so comfy.. breakfast.. breakfast was EXCELLENT! I’ve stayed recently at a famous 5 star castle on west of Ireland, Butlers breakfast was far superior, check out east, always friendly chat with stay. Right in middle of everything g bug quiet. Will defo be back!!!

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9.1
Superb
1,832 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

Set 300 metres from Kilkenny Castle, Fanad House offers classic-style accommodation with a TV. The property offers free private parking, and free WiFi throughout.

Rooms at the Fanad all come with carpeted floors, tea and coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was super delicious. The location was good, just a couple minutes walk to the Kilkenny castle and medieval town centre. Parking was available right outside the B&B.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,432 reviews
Price from
£155
per night

In the shadow of Kilkenny Castle, the Hibernian Hotel is in the heart of Kilkenny city. Originally the Hibernian Bank, this building overlooks the Parade, popular because it's close to Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Centre.

Absolutely faultless. Will definitely be staying again

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8.4
Very good
1,135 reviews
Price from
£114
per night

With free parking and free WiFi, this stylish hotel is located on Kilkenny's ring road, a 20-minute walk from Kilkenny city centre. Guests can enjoy full Irish breakfasts and rooms with Hypnos beds and power showers.

The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel felt like a home from the moment I arrived.

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8.2
Very good
1,188 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

The 4-star Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is situated right in the heart of medieval city of Kilkenny. The property is only 2 minute's walk from main street, restaurants, shops and Kilkenny Castle.

The rooms have TVs and are all en-suite. Complimentary WiFi and 24-hour room service is available for all guests. A multi-storey car park is situated opposite the hotel, where guests receive a special discounted rate.

The breakfast was fantastic. It was our first irish breakfast and it was delicious. The location is fantastic. We were able to walk to pubs, shopping and the Kilkenny castle. They also had great amenities, pool, hot tub, sauna, gym.

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8.1
Very good
2,461 reviews
Price from
£137
per night

Pembroke Kilkenny is a 4-star boutique hotel located behind Kilkenny Castle. The property offers air-conditioned rooms, dining, drinks, Mint Medispa and corporate facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

Great hotel just in the center of Kilkenny. Very well located close to all the activities. We had a large modern room, everything was clean and service was great. Breakfast were good. We had dinner at hotel restaurant and it was top notch. Highly recommended

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8.6
Fabulous
1,410 reviews
Price from
£129
per night

The fine-dining restaurant, The Langton Room, serves traditional and international cuisine. Edward Langtons is the hotel’s award-winning bar. Langton House boasts 34 superbly appointed bedrooms with views across the city.

absolutely stunning hotel. fantastic food, staff and incredible decor and vibe

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8.2
Very good
2,295 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

On the banks of the River Nore in the heart of the medieval city of Kilkenny, this 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers free WiFi.

Each of the large rooms is stylishly decorated with fine furnishings. Most overlook the River Nore and the castle.

Nice horel with plenty of parking space included in price, nice restaurant terrace close to river with view to old castle.

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8.5
Very good
3,373 reviews
Price from
£125
per night

With a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a hot tub, and an Aveda spa, Newpark Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Kilkenny centre. The house is set within 40 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens.

The leisure club at the Newpark offers an indoor pool, a spacious sauna, and a steam room. Guests can exercise in the modern gym, and Escape Spa provides a range of relaxing Aveda treatments.

Excellent staff and facilities Really wonderful Christmas set up and decorations, The outdoor pool was a highlight as was the petting zoo. Food and cocktails are some of the best I’ve ever had

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8.6
Fabulous
2,035 reviews

The interior of this 4-star hotel is decorated with Italian marble, French wallpaper and bespoke pieces of furniture designed specifically for the Hotel Kilkenny.

The award-winning Taste Restaurant serves fine cuisine in relaxed surroundings. The sophisticated 1831 Rosehill Bar has a heated outdoor patio and an extensive drinks menu.

Our adult kids enjoyed the bar staying open late ! Haha Close to city , good

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8
Very good
1,694 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Avg. price/night: £206.31
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,594 reviews
    Very striking and tastefully designed lobby and public areas perfectly blending the old and the new. Delicious meal in the grill that had the ambiance of a trendy restaurant rather than a hotel dining room. Outstanding breakfast in a beautiful setting with a warm welcome and attentive service. Beautiful grounds for a ramble
    Patrick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £206.31
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,594 reviews
    Lovely setting with plenty of options for walks. Hotel decor very attractive including beautiful atrium. Room was a good size with well designed ensuite and rituals toiletries. Small but lovely pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Full choice of breakfast options, with great service even though we arrived at a busy time Staff throughout our stay were pleasant, friendly and attentive.
    Kay
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 869 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel in the centre of Kilkenny, room a nice size and well-appointed, bed very comfortable, and staff friendly and helpful.
    Dave
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £85.46
    5.6
    Scored 5.6
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 143 reviews
    Room was recently renovated and it was stunning, gorgeous en suite, lovely warm water! Coffee Machine fresh towels and staff were friendly! 4 minutes away from the closest pub and 2 minutes from the shop. Parking across the road!
    Lauren
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £206.31
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,594 reviews
    Interior design
    jacqueline
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,373 reviews
    Front office staff were amazing, Well experienced and trained. Hotel was very clean and interior design was gorgeous. Room was great. Lovely balcony and view. Slippers and dressing gown were lovely. Huge bed! Free bottle water! Proper coffee machine! Free newspapers. Free car parking Excellent location.
    Dr Noelle
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,495 reviews
    Lovely room, well designed, very welcoming and cosy.
    Alexia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £341.84
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,832 reviews
    Gorgeous boutique hotel with amazing views of the cot and gardens and castle. We loved the beautiful colour schemes and art around the hotel, the stunning Christmas trees and beautiful breakfast. Staff couldn’t have been nicer and more genuinely welcome from booking to departure. We really appreciated it.
    gwendolen
    Group
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,295 reviews
    The design in the bar and the restaurant was like something out of peeky blinders - very classy and luxury. Food was very good with great service and the room was comfortable and well designed.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 159 reviews
    The cottages at Knockreagh are all brand new with gorgeous interior design and every comfort you could wish for. Brilliantly kitted out - the one we were in even had throws on the sofas, candles and tasteful Christmas decorations. It was super warm and cosy. This is probably the best self catering we’ve ever stayed in. Mike was super welcoming and helpful but not intrusive. A great location between Callan and Kilkenny but also on a working farm. It would be amazing in the summer too with the outdoor seating and BBQ. We loved it.
    S
    Sarah
    Group