Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Belle Époque hotel near Kilkenny Castle

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Front of property - evening/night
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 XR28
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Abbey
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Canice's Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Kilkenny

Central Kilkenny getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Kilkenny City Centre hotel, you'll find Kilkenny Castle and Rothe House. Smithwick's Brewery Tour and Black Abbey are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Black Abbey - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Hub - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Waterford (WAT) - 58 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

4-star Belle Époque hotel near Kilkenny Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Belle Époque Kilkenny hotel.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers 46 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kilkenny hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15.50 per night)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15.50 per night (30 ft away)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Hibernian Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian
Hibernian Hotel Kilkenny
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Kilkenny
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Hotel Kilkenny

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel to the airport?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is 39.3 mi (58-min drive) away from the Waterford (WAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $99.86, excluding 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.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offer free breakfast?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel have a pool?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel have a restaurant?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is home to Harpers, which features local cuisine.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel to downtown Kilkenny?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Kilkenny.

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 826 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 826 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 826 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 826 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 826 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phiilip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to city center and attractions. Modern and relaxing environment
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine A

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good location and breakfast, but otherwise avg

Pros- excellent location, great breakfast choices and the cook will make it fresh instead of the buffet Cons- noise: since there’s no AC, we opened the windows. On the first floor it was incredibly noisy from the street- street sweepers, garbage trucks, from sun up. Bed- I can see why others said the beds were uncomfortable. For the first two hours we couldn’t fall asleep ( not just because of the singing and music from the street), but we realized the mattress was only one sided and it was upside down. After flipping and remaking the bed, it was very comfortable. How does housekeeping not know this? General had an older feel- carpet stains and a black stain in the center of the shower curtain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

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

8/10 Good

Fiona

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was amazing it was right in the middle of town. Very close to the Abbey, the tower, and the castle! It was my husband‘s birthday so they left us a card and chocolate bar as a gift. I think they may have even upgraded our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming local hotel.

Loved the Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel! Great location! So easy to get there from the JJ Kavanaugh bus stop. Well-located in town to see the castle and walk by the river. Friendly service in every encounter. T he hotel was charming. Room was exactly as pictured. The only thing was that it was unseasonably warm in Kilkenny during our stay & our non- air conditioned room was on the top floor. You could feel the heat rise as we approached our room. The room was equipped with both a ceiling and a desk fan, so that helped. We loved having live music at the bar in the hotel. It was so easy. It had the local feel that we were looking for. Clean and comfortable. We would stay here again for certain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is an easy walk from the train station and is centrally located in the town. The staff are all helpful and nice. The breakfast was an enjoyable beginning to the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic situation to centre & 'medieval mile'
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nicely decorated and very clean. It had everything I needed. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Fidelma

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. We enjoyed the breakfast, which was included in the price. We also enjoyed the drinks and live music at the pub. The initial impression of our room was not great, as the carpet and some of the furniture were stained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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