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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Kilkenny, Ireland

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Situated in the centre of Kilkenny, just 1.1 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 1.1 km from Kilkenny Castle, Kilmore Guesthouse features accommodation with city views and free WiFi. The property has inner courtyard views and is 18 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 34 km from Carrigleade Golf Course. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

Carlow Town Hall is 38 km from the guest house, while Carlow Courthouse is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 58 km from Kilmore Guesthouse.

Great location, easy access,clean, good parking, good wifi, everything you need for cooking.

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9.1
Superb
1,485 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

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.

Friendly efficient staff. Lovely ambience and a sense of history with its close attachment to the castle. Excellent breakfast.

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9.1
Superb
1,824 reviews
Price from
£174
per night

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies.

Robert was absolutely lovely, he’s so welcoming and the B&B is beautiful. It was very clean and exactly as described. Beautiful big open kitchen with self serve breakfast facilities. Would totally recommend staying here and we’d definitely come back!

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9.2
Superb
197 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Newlands Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kilkenny, 7.4 km from Kilkenny Castle. 10 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 13 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, the property features a garden and a terrace. This 4-star guest house offers private entrance.

wonderful host, comfortable, charming room, excellent food

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9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

All units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a hair dryer, while some rooms are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms have a desk.

What a place killkenny is, accomodation was fantastic, the owner was a lovely helpful gentleman, would recommend staying there to anyone, top place will certainly return, and thank you very much

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8.6
Fabulous
1,408 reviews
Price from
£60
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.

The guest house is 1.5km from Kilkenny Train Station.

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
1,421 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

In a prime location in the Kilkenny City Centre district of Kilkenny, Billycan Guest Rooms is located 700 metres from Kilkenny Castle, less than 1 km from Smithwick's Brewery Tour and an 8-minute walk from The Tholsel. The property is set 1.1 km from St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower and 1.2 km from St. Mary's Cathedral. The guest house features family rooms.

We stayed in a cozy room perfect for a couple. Near the accomodation were plenty of Pubs, Cafes and restaurants to choose from (still quiet for good night sleep). All the main attractions are in walking distance. The host margaret is a lovely lady who went beyond our expectations of a great host - welcoming, friendly, great recommendations, even sent us some things we forgot. Highly recommended staying there!

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8
Very good
566 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

The bar has a traditional Irish welcome and a cosy log fires. It has an extensive range of drinks with a wine list and a cocktail menu. There is live music every Saturday with local bands, live sport on big screens, and a pool table and dart board.

Very friendly, clean, clear explanations, good food

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7.8
Good
1,102 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodation is located above the Charlie's Boutique Cafe, which offers breakfast as well as food and drink throughout the day for an additional charge. Many restaurants and traditional Irish pubs can also be found in the surrounding area.

Comfortable clean. Very nice room. Loved Ireland.likwd

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6.7
Review score
238 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

The newly renovated Glendine Inn is fast becoming one of Kilkenny’s best known establishments for Dining/Accommodation and atmosphere.

Situated on the Castlecomer road adjacent to the Kilkenny Golf Club and New Park Hotel. Just 10 minutes walk from the city centre and all the major sights and attractions Kilkenny has to offer.

I didn't have breakfast.... I'm not a morning eatter

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7.6
Good
818 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,421 reviews
    We were spoiled! Plenty of parking. This place was close the Kilkenny castle host was great, the food was yummy, we would happily stay here again. Quiet and charming!
    ALICE
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 132 reviews
    Liza the host was great she met us at he bus stop on a rainy afternoon to show us to the apartment and get us settled in Great Location was easy walking to everywhere in the city centre
    ivan
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,108 reviews
    Comfy room great breakfast and a great location Hostess was charming and very helpful.
    graham
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 539 reviews
    Great host. Very friendly and helpfull. The room is big and clean. The location is great, just 10min walk from city center and the castle. This is the place to stay if you are visiting Kilkenny
    Sharon
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 132 reviews
    Superb location. Right in city centre but being being two storeys above a pedestrian street meant that it was very quiet with no traffic noise. Within comfortable walking distance of main attractions. Kilkenny is a compact and lively town to visit with a great selection of restaurants and bars. Very responsive host with helpful advice on secure parking for the few days.
    Liam
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,421 reviews
    Was clean, comfortable and in a good location about 10 mins walk into city centre and right beside the town park. Breakfast was tasty and we slept well. Location was nice and quiet with no noise. The host was super helpful. Would book again.
    Conor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £128.43
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 566 reviews
    We stayed in a cozy room perfect for a couple. Near the accomodation were plenty of Pubs, Cafes and restaurants to choose from (still quiet for good night sleep). All the main attractions are in walking distance. The host margaret is a lovely lady who went beyond our expectations of a great host - welcoming, friendly, great recommendations, even sent us some things we forgot. Highly recommended staying there!
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.86
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 852 reviews
    This guest house is in the city center, so it is an easy walk to anywhere. The hosts were kind and helpful. The morning breakfast was cooked to order. There was off street parking, so we didn't move the car during our entire stay.
    Gary
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews
    Everything was absolutely fabulous! The Hostess was simply gorgeous and went to great lengths to help. I'm coeliac and she had a huge range of special food for me for the breakfast plus lots of beautiful fresh fruit. Everything was provided milk bread free range eggs and hosts are so charming and helpful. I will definitely be returning for a holiday when I can chill out and enjoy her lovely home from home.
    O'Sullivan
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,108 reviews
    Great host, very clean, great location and breakfast choice. Rooms have everything you need and are quiet and beds are very comfortable. Tea/coffee, hairdryer etc provided. Owners are extremely helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
    P
    Pam
    People with friends