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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.

Absolutely excellent stay, beautiful rooms and very useful facilities

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9.1
Superb
1,515 reviews
Price from
£137
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.

The hotel has private parking, the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, and check in was very smooth. We had three in our room; parents and one teenager. We were very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and served at your table by very professional staff. The room was amazing with a spectacular view of the perfectly groomed garden and Kilkenny Castle. The location made it easy to see all of the main sites within the townsite and is close to many great pubs and restaurants. A river walk is minutes away and there are plenty of quality shops. Highly recommend fish and chips at Matt the Millar's, just down the hill.

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9.1
Superb
1,859 reviews
Price from
£189
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.

From the moment we arrived until we left, our host was friendly and attentive. Breakfast was lovely and prompt. Just a short and beautiful walk into the city and all the sights!

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9.1
Superb
206 reviews
Price from
£157
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.

Great hospitality, the hosts will go out of their way to please. The breakfast is out of this world.

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9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

Located in Kilkenny and only 10 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, Kilfane Country Lodge provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 14 km from Kilkenny Castle and 15 km from Kilkenny Railway Station. The guest house features family rooms.

Room was very spacious, bed was extremely comfortable and the host just could not do enough for uss.

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9.3
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
£163
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.

Friendly responsive staff, very clean, great location

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8.6
Fabulous
1,442 reviews
Price from
£69
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.

Lovely location within walking distance of Kilkenny Castle and town. Rooms were very clean and breakfast was excellent.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,456 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.

it was clean and close to the city center

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8
Very good
573 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Situated within 600 metres of Kilkenny Castle and less than 1 km of Kilkenny Railway Station in the centre of Kilkenny, Market Slip House features accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. The property is set 19 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, 34 km from Carrigleade Golf Course and 39 km from Carlow Town Hall. County Carlow Military Museum is 39 km from the guest house and Carlow Golf Range incorp. Ian Kerr Golf Academy is 40 km away.

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8.4
Very good
5 reviews
Price from
£129
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.

The manager is a wonderful person, tbh I had a great time in the hotel and the food omg what a wonderful experience

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7.8
Good
1,128 reviews
Price from
£137
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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  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 877 reviews
    Location is excellent for travellers using the train. The breakfast room is light and airy; well decorated. Plenty of choices for food. The hosts are so friendly and responsive to any queries you may have. Lovely people. Also quiet area at night except for some nice sounding cathedral bells.
    Elaine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £150.26
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 890 reviews
    great location very clean and comfortable. The service was exceptional and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. Great boutique hotel in the heart of Kilkenny.
    Margaret
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 218 reviews
    The apartment is very modern and spacious, in a great location right in the city centre but this means it is noisy at night. The people running the apartment were flexible with offering an earlier check in once the apartment was ready.
    Brona
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £77.28
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 573 reviews
    Great location! Right in the heart of Kilkenny. Host was very nice and pleasant.
    Damon
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,456 reviews
    I've been staying in Guest houses in Ireland for the last 50 years and Fanad House comes out on top by a mile. The host Pat was very welcoming and was a bundle of information. Exceptional breakfast after an amazing nights sleep in a spotless room. As Arnold S says l'll be back.
    Tom Dornan
    Solo traveller
  • 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
  • Avg. price/night: £77.28
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 573 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
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 160 reviews
    Beautiful house on a quiet back road with a great host and superb breakfast. An oasis after a very long day of walks and driving.
    Allan
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 233 reviews
    Me and my bf had a great time there , we took a full day to rest after a week driving around Ireland. Was a perfect spot for some rest, the pod was very comfortable, the kitchen and the shower also very tidy up. Marsha and Jimmy where great host, and the breakfast was amazing with good coffee and fresh fruits and pastry. Just perfect!
    Mellina
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 233 reviews
    We loved the breakfast, quiet and serenity. Marsha and Jimmy are great hosts and were very welcoming towards my family and our needs, even congratulated our daughter with a small present! Located just a ten minute drive from Kilkenny.
    Judith Grehan
    Family with young children