Kilford Arms Hotel Kilkenny, Kilkenny ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland, .

Kilford Arms offers 3-star accommodations with 70 well-equipped rooms, two bars, and a renowned restaurant in Kilkenny City. The hotel features complimentary car parking and free Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy close proximity to major tourist attractions and the main bus and railway station.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Kilford Arms include double, twin, triple, quad, and family configurations. Each room features free Wi-Fi and a laptop-friendly workspace. Non-smoking accommodations are available for all guests.

Dining Options

The hotel's Kilford's White Oak restaurant serves local produce in a traditional style. O'Faolain's pub offers a range of food options daily from 12:00 to 21:00. Guests can also enjoy light meals or quick snacks at PV's Bar.

Leisure & Entertainment

Kilford Arms Hotel provides easy access to multiple golf courses, including Mount Juliet Golf Course and Kilkenny Golf Club. Nearby leisure activities also include exploring various boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. The hotel features entertainment in the late bar with nightly DJs.

Services & Local Area

Kilford Arms is adjacent to the main bus and railway station, making transportation convenient. The hotel is near local attractions such as St. Mary's Cathedral and Kilkenny Castle, enhancing the experience for guests. Complimentary parking is available on site.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

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1 person

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

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Triple Room

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3 persons

17 m²

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3 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Center

Kilkenny400 ft

Airports

Waterford (WAT) 35.9 mi

Train

Kilkenny Railway Station700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Comfort

“The room was impeccably clean and provided a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring.” view full review

Delicious Dinner

“I thoroughly enjoyed the evening dinner at the bar; the quality of food exceeded my expectations.” view full review

Cozy Beds

“The double bed was cozy and felt just like home, ensuring a restful night's sleep!” view full review

Modern Facilities

“The bathroom was up to date and immaculate, providing a refreshing and enjoyable experience.” view full review

General

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

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Pool tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
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

3200 ft

Church

Black Abbey

3300 ft

Museums

Rothe House and Garden

2300 ft

Church

St Marys Cathedral

3000 ft

Pennefatherslot

Nowlan Park

2700 ft

Church

O'Loughlin Memorial Church of St John the Evangelist

2300 ft

cnr Ormonde Rd & New St

Talbot's Tower

2300 ft

Church

Capuchin Friary Catholic Church

2300 ft

Castlecomer Road Ballyfoyle

Dunmore Cave

5000 ft

Nearby

Museums

Medieval Mile Museum

1600 ft

The Tholsel High Street

Town Hall

1900 ft

Church

Saint John's Priory

400 ft

Gallery

Butler Gallery

1400 ft

31 Rose Inn St

Butter Slip

1700 ft

Public Building

Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse

1700 ft

Gallery

The Blackbird Gallery

1600 ft

Church

St Francis Abbey

1600 ft

30 Maudlin Street Highhays

Maudlin Castle

900 ft

Mall

MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre

800 ft

Libraries

Kilkenny City Library

700 ft

Church

St. John's Church of Ireland

400 ft

7-91 Maudlin St

Corner Tower

400 ft

5 John Street Lower

Kilkenny Whiskey Guild

900 ft

MacDonagh Junction

Kilkenny Famine Experience

800 ft

Public Building

County Council Grounds

1000 ft

29 Rose Inn St

The Kilkenny Way

1200 ft

Gallery

The Kilkenny Art Gallery

1200 ft

Collegepark

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

1500 ft

40 Parliament St

Riverboat Casino & Poker Club

1600 ft

Events

The Parade Tower Wing

1600 ft

Restaurants

Apache pizza

100 ft

31 John Street Upper

The Blue Door Takeaway

100 ft

59 John Street Upper

Nore

400 ft

43C John Street

Roma Cafe

300 ft

65 John Street Lower

Algarve Grill

1000 ft

Hebron Road

Stoney Kebabish

1200 ft

Restaurant

Blaa Blaa Blaa Sandwiches

1100 ft

3 Canal Square

The Playwright

2200 ft

Browne's 65 High Street

Aroi

2300 ft

Friary Street

Abrakebabra

1600 ft

8 Rose Inn Street

Crotty's Coffee House

2200 ft

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 of America, 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 of America, 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.