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About the Hotel

John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland, .

The Kilford Arms Hotel is a family-run establishment located in the heart of Kilkenny City. It features 70 bedrooms and offers a unique dining experience in a building that incorporates a 16th-century church. Guests can enjoy a range of entertainment options, including nightly DJs in the late bar. With complimentary car parking and free Wi-Fi, it caters to both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Kilford Arms Hotel is situated just meters from the city’s main bus and railway station. It is conveniently located near Kilkenny's major tourist attractions, boutiques, and galleries. The compact size of Kilkenny makes it easy for guests to explore the town on foot. Additionally, it offers excellent access routes to major cities in the region.

Rooms

The hotel has 70 non-smoking bedrooms equipped to high standards. Each room includes amenities such as free Wi-Fi, multi-channel TV, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Various room options are available, including double, twin, triple, quad, and family rooms. All guest rooms also offer hair dryers, ironing facilities, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Eat & Drink

The Kilford Arms Hotel features several dining options, including the White Oak Restaurant, which highlights local produce in a traditional style menu. O'Faolain's Bar serves food daily, offering a range from light snacks to substantial meals, and is set in a stunning space that includes the ruins of a church. PV's Bar provides lighter meals and snacks in a relaxed atmosphere. The hotel's dining experiences cater to both casual dining and special events.

Leisure & Business

The hotel operates as an entertainment complex, with functions and late bars available during weekends. Business travelers will find meeting facilities for hosting events, complete with competitive pricing. Golf enthusiasts can explore a variety of nearby golf courses, including Mount Juliet and Gowran Park. Wireless internet access is available in public areas of the hotel.

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kilkenny100 m

Airports

Waterford (WAT) 57.8 km

Train

Kilkenny Railway Station200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Rooms!

“The room was immaculate and had a very comfortable bed that made for a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Incredible Breakfast!

“The breakfast selection was fantastic, with both familiar favorites and unique options that made every morning special.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“Having parking available right behind the hotel was extremely convenient, allowing us easy access to our vehicle whenever needed.” view full review

Charming Atmosphere

“The unique decor, reminiscent of an old church, created a welcoming and enchanting dining room experience unlike any other.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland, .

Map view

John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland, .

City landmarks

Church

St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower

960 m

Church

Black Abbey

980 m

Museum

Rothe House and Garden

700 m

Church

St Marys Cathedral

890 m

Pennefatherslot

Nowlan Park

820 m

Church

O'Loughlin Memorial Church of St John the Evangelist

690 m

cnr Ormonde Rd & New St

Talbot's Tower

690 m

Church

Capuchin Friary Catholic Church

690 m

Castlecomer Road Ballyfoyle

Dunmore Cave

1.5 km

Nearby

Museum

Medieval Mile Museum

470 m

The Tholsel High Street

Town Hall

560 m

Church

Saint John's Priory

100 m

Gallery

Butler Gallery

420 m

31 Rose Inn St

Butter Slip

490 m

Public Building

Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse

490 m

Gallery

The Blackbird Gallery

480 m

Church

St Francis Abbey

470 m

30 Maudlin Street Highhays

Maudlin Castle

250 m

Mall

MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre

230 m

Library

Kilkenny City Library

210 m

Church

St. John's Church of Ireland

100 m

7-91 Maudlin St

Corner Tower

110 m

5 John Street Lower

Kilkenny Whiskey Guild

260 m

MacDonagh Junction

Kilkenny Famine Experience

220 m

Public Building

County Council Grounds

280 m

29 Rose Inn St

The Kilkenny Way

360 m

Gallery

The Kilkenny Art Gallery

340 m

Collegepark

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

430 m

40 Parliament St

Riverboat Casino & Poker Club

480 m

Event hall

The Parade Tower Wing

480 m

Restaurants

Apache pizza

10 m

31 John Street Upper

The Blue Door Takeaway

30 m

59 John Street Upper

Nore

110 m

43C John Street

Roma Cafe

80 m

65 John Street Lower

Algarve Grill

280 m

Hebron Road

Stoney Kebabish

350 m

Restaurant

Blaa Blaa Blaa Sandwiches

320 m

3 Canal Square

The Playwright

670 m

Browne's 65 High Street

Aroi

690 m

Friary Street

Abrakebabra

470 m

8 Rose Inn Street

Crotty's Coffee House

670 m

Saint Kieran's Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.4

Location

8.4

Service

8.6

Dining

7.6

Tony

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is in a great location, perfect for exploring Kilkenny and close to tourist attractions. The rooms are spacious and ideal for traveling with friends, but some may find them basic. The service is wonderful, with friendly staff who are attentive to guests' needs. The dining options are satisfying with a good variety of hot and cold choices. Overall, a comfortable stay with some minor room and dining issues to consider.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are spacious and ideal for traveling with friends, but may be considered basic by some.

Service

9.0

The service was wonderful, with friendly and helpful staff who maintain the hotel's standards.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, allowing easy access to Kilkenny's attractions and making it convenient for a night out on the town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is generally good, with a satisfying array of hot and cold options, but there may be slight issues with billing accuracy.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers adequate facilities for a comfortable stay, though some room and billing issues may arise.

Ernest

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient central location, within walking distance to main attractions and the train station. The rooms are spacious but outdated, with some cleanliness issues, yet they offer basic amenities like tea/coffee and bottled water. The service was a mix of clueless interactions and helpful assistance, including bike storage options. The dining options were satisfactory, with a good value for a full fry-up. However, the smell of cooking pervaded the premises, affecting the overall experience.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were outdated with cleanliness issues but spacious and offered basic amenities.

Service

7.0

The service had a mix of clueless interactions and helpful assistance, which included bike storage options.

Location

8.0

The central location was good for exploring, with nearby attractions and a charming pub next door.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory, with good value for money for a full fry-up.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities were available, but the overall maintenance and cleanliness could be improved.

Lee

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room, although small but adequate, offered a comfortable bed ensuring a good night's sleep. The location was ideal, close to the train station and main attractions, with a free car park available. The breakfast was delicious, setting me up for the day.

Rooms

8.0

The room, although small but adequate, offered a comfortable bed ensuring a good night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The staff was beyond professional and friendly, always there to assist with a welcoming attitude.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, just a short walk from the train station and less than 5 minutes to the castle, and all the city attractions were within easy reach.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was very good, offering a great choice of food that set me up for the day.

Facilities

8.0

The car park was free, a valuable amenity, and despite being an old part of the hotel, it was well-maintained and offered everything I needed.

Philip

United States, September 2023

8.8/10

The hotel is in a superb location right in the town, offering free parking, and the rooms, although slightly small, are excellent and very clean with a triple bed option which is great for group travelers. The staff is very helpful, and the breakfast is delicious. One quirky feature was a random extra single bed in the room that sparked some light-hearted fun.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were excellent and very clean with a triple bed option, perfect for group travelers. The only downside was the limited space between the toilet and the door.

Service

9.0

The staff are also lovely and couldn't be more helpful, especially the receptionists.

Location

9.0

The location is great if you want a city break, right in the town near everything, with the added bonus of free parking.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely, with very helpful staff and the option to help yourself to a variety of dishes throughout the breakfast period.

Facilities

The hotel offers free parking, a great breakfast, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Jeff

United States, May 2023

7.8/10

The hotel was a bit challenging with the air circulation in the room due to the heat, and the location was convenient but not ideal for those looking to avoid stairs. However, the hotel offered a pleasant stay with nice bars, cleanliness, friendly staff, and a top-notch breakfast experience.

Rooms

8.0

The room had solid oak furniture and was nice.

Service

9.0

The staff was lovely and very helpful during our stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel was incredibly close to the station and provided easy access to the town and dining options.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable with a great selection, though pricing could be considered a bit high for some items.