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Kilford Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a nightclub, a short walk to Kilkenny Castle

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Reception
3 bars/lounges
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July

Explore the area

Map
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
  • Kilkenny Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Butler House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Hub
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Netflix
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

About the area

Kilkenny

Kilford Arms Hotel puts you in the heart of Kilkenny, within steps of John Street and St. John the Evangelist Church. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and Smart TVs. .The restaurant, White Oak Restaurant, serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 3 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Added amenities include a nightclub and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this 3-property class Kilkenny City Centre hotel, you'll find Kilkenny Castle.

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Butler House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Hub - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 4 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kilford Arms Hotel

Hotel with a nightclub, a short walk to Kilkenny Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. A nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Kilford Arms Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kilkenny hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kilford Arms Hotel offers 60 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 20-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • White Oak Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 20-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Kilford Arms Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilford Arms Hotel?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilford Arms Hotel on 2 Jul 2025 start from NZ$250.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Does Kilford Arms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kilford Arms Hotel?

No, Kilford Arms Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Kilford Arms Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kilford Arms Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Kilford Arms Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Kilkenny Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 685 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness

Value for money accommodation in good location.

The staff were great. Very friendly and helpful. Easy check-in and check-out. The morning breakfast in the White Oak Room was pretty good with a varied menu. The 2 bars were fine. Average bar food. The location was great. Within walking distance of everywhere including plenty of pubs, restaurants, tourist locations etc. etc. The public areas of the hotel were in pretty good shape and well kept. But the rooms were pretty old and dated. Especially the bathrooms which had one of those old shower curtains that sticks to your body as you shower!! A bit yuk!! But the place was very clean overall. And for the price, you got value for your money.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the castle, mall and train station. Clean and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

Hotel is clean and comfortable, there is parking behind the hotel which is included. Rooms are nice, there are better in Kilkenny but you pay the premium for that. Hotel is right in the centre, so can walk to wherever you want to. Had soup and a sandwich in the attached pub/restaurant which was very nice and the bread was exceptionally fresh. The Irish breakfast in the morning was perfectly cooked and as good as I have every had to be honest, and I have had a few in my time. Overall very happy, fantastic value for money, and I will not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Austin

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hotel was a bit odd. Small front doors, lobby has a stuffed tiger in it which is cool. Room was not our favorite. The elevated tub has a shower curtain that won’t stop sticking to you. Toilet would also run for over an hour. Place felt old and outdated but it was ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff in a clean hotel with character. Bed was uncomfortable though. Continental breakfast was fine but the cooked portion was not enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel lovely very clean staff lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kieran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were great, and it was good value. I was woken up by people talking outside my room on both nights. The hotel can't help drunk people being inconsiderate. The bed was comfortable. The telly reception wasn't great, and the water needed to be a little hotter. I would stay again, as it was reasonably priced, a good location, and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel steaped in History. Staff were very friendly and helpful . Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

meaghan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to everything and the staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were lage and warm. Bathrooms while clean, needed some renovating. We had dinner in the bar durjng the evening and breakfast the following morning The food was just ok. Dinner tasted greasy and the breakfast was definitely reheated as it came out too quickly and was over cooked. In saying this I would stay again but probably not have food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Basic, no-frills room.

A very average stay—the hotel is a classic old (not in a cute way for the rooms) Irish hotel. Everything is very basic, which is fine except it cost a fortune. My main issue was the bed—very uncomfortable. This is all a review of the room—the bar is charming and the people are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024