Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Kilkenny Castle

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Dates

November 2025

22

December 2025

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Near Kilkenny Castle, the upscale Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers a warm welcome with its local cuisine restaurant, Harpers. Start your day with breakfast and unwind in one of two bars or on the charming terrace. With free WiFi, luggage storage and helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Computer station
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

$86 nightly

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Tomorrow

Nov 23 - Nov 24

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Classic Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

301 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

301 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Classic Triple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

172 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

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$162 nightly

Nov 23 - Nov 24

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1 Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 XR28

What's nearby

Butler House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rothe House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Canice's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

Waterford (WAT) - 58 min drive
Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
Bagenalstown Station - 20 min drive
Thomastown Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Left Bank - ‬1 min walk
‪Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪The Field Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Zuni Restaurant & Townhouse - ‬2 min walk
‪Paris Texas Bar & Smokehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Kilkenny. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Harpers, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 46 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Up to 4 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Offsite parking within 30 ft (EUR 15.50 per night)

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Working away

Meeting room
Computer station

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping (surcharge)

Special features

Dining

Harpers - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.

Children & extra beds

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Parking

Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 15.50 per night (30 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel and nearby?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Yes, Harpers offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel like?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is in Kilkenny City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum and 3 minutes' walk from Kilkenny Castle. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, enjoyable, and made-to-order with great choices. (53 reviews)
The property's restaurant and pub served great food with excellent service and offered a lovely breakfast. (10 reviews)
Parking was easily accessible, affordable, and safe, with options available directly across the street. (7 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Location

Breakfast

Food

Bar

Parking

Bed

Restaurant

Castle

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 4, 2025

Beautiful hotel and delicious food at Ember!!! Loved the bar area with the live music as well!

Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 12, 2025

Nice room Spacious and clean Bar good atmosphere

Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 24, 2025

Wonderful stay all around!

Maura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 10, 2025

Staff were so lovely & helpfull. Room was very basic & a little dated. Location is great

sabrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 17, 2025

Super great room! Hotel was very clean. Breakfast was amazing!

Teresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 27, 2025

Very nice location.

Patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 17, 2025

Great stay, great location

Fedeilme, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 1, 2025

Nice hotel, great location

Room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was delicious.

Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 2, 2025

Great stay and we were delighted with the location. Staff were excellent and kindly took our bags before checking in.

Aoife, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 14, 2025

Great place to visit

Wonderful town. Pubs had a very local vibe. The staff at the hotel were very welcoming.

Victoria, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 24, 2025

Breakfast was very good. Evening in bar had good music. The room had an odd smell.

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 14, 2025

Very nice stay and great location.

Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 19, 2025

The staff was top notch and very accomodating

Jenn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 28, 2025

Very clean. Friendly and helpful staff.

Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 19, 2025

This hotel is so beautiful. The rooms were amazing so welcoming.e the restaurant and bar we great the staff we the best. The food was great and great live music. Will definitely stay there again

Mandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 18, 2025

Was a wonderful experience would definitely go again

Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 22, 2025

The hotel location was perfect, a great for exploring the city on foot. Service at the hotel was great and the quality of the breakfast was amazing. Our room was clean and spacious, however, the bed was not very comfortable.

Neal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 1, 2025

All the above

Olivia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 2, 2025

Right in the center of Kilkenny! Walkable to pubs and shops.

Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 20, 2025

Great location. Parking not a problem as it’s just across the road from a reasonable pay facility. The breakfast was absolutely delightful.

Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 13, 2025

Simply GREAT!

Very warm welcoming, great help for finding our way around. The bed was quite comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. Hotel placement is really central, yet very quiet room. Convenient covered parking park right across the street.

Renée, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 7, 2025

Close to city center and attractions. Modern and relaxing environment

Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 5, 2025

It was a wonderful place to stay. The atmosphere was warm and the staff were lovely.

REBECCA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 17, 2025

The hotel is beautiful and has an excellent location. The room was just average. It was very warm and had no AC. The bathroom towels are very poor and the outlet situation is not great. No outlets at nightstands to charge phones or plug in a fan. Pillows were nice.

Nancy, 1-night trip