The Club House Hotel

2.0 star property
Georgian hotel near Kilkenny Castle

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Exterior
Interior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
Family Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Patrick Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny, R95 VNP4
  • Place, Butler House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithwick's Brewery Tour
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double with Extra Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Small Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kilkenny

City center stay.With a stay at this Kilkenny City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Butler House and Kilkenny Castle. Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St Mary's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Butler House - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Mary's Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Left Bank - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Field Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zuni Restaurant & Townhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paris Texas Bar & Smokehouse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Club House Hotel

Georgian hotel near Kilkenny Castle
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 4 meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Club House Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Georgian Kilkenny hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Club House Hotel offers 35 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Piano

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15 per night.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 5.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Club House Hotel
Club House Hotel Kilkenny
Club House Kilkenny
Hotel Club House
The Club House Hotel Hotel
The Club House Hotel Kilkenny
The Club House Hotel Hotel Kilkenny

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Club House Hotel to the airport?

The Club House Hotel is 99.6 mi (113-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Club House Hotel?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Club House Hotel on Jan 3, 2026 start from $205.16, 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 The Club House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Club House Hotel.

Does The Club House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Club House Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 5.00 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Club House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Club House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Club House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Club House Hotel have a pool?

The Club House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Club House Hotel have a restaurant?

The Club House Hotel is home to Victors Bar & Restaurant, which features al fresco dining and light fare.

Does The Club House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Club House Hotel to downtown Kilkenny?

The Club House Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Kilkenny.

The Club House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 275 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

DONALD, Arlington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and offers ample parking. The breakfast included is amazing. There were only 2 issues we incurred. There is no elevator and if you have a large suitcase beware! Moving it up all the stairs is a physical challenge. Also our room was above a party area that blared music until 1am and then the loud party talkers went to 2am. Hey, it was a saturday night! But choose your rooms wisely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD, Arlington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very basic. One must know prior there is NO elevator. Heavy suitcases are hard to maneuver throughout the stairs. Brkfst served is very fantastic. We did stay on a Saturday night and the music downstairs was horribly loud until 1am and then the party went on until 2:30am. All in all I would return but choose my room away from the hotel party area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so cute and quirky. The halls can be a little confusing, but I think that added to the charm. Very comfortable bed, nice bathroom, friendly staff. Conveniently located, within easy walking distance of everything you want to see in Kilkenny.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, the room was very clean, and everything you’d want to do in Kilkenny is right outside the door within a short walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meighen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Poh Imm

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for free parking and in the heart of Kilkenny central area. Stayed one night in the original building in a very small room with no windows (only a small skylight). Functional room but uncomfortable bed. Walls are paper thin, can clearly hear people in the next room. Overpriced for a very small room. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga, Hollywood

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Only negatives were there are no elevators, so you have to lift your heavy luggage up the steps and there are a lot of steps! Also, the coffee was not the best. But nice area, good and easy parking, clean, and very central!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Middletown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An authentic and well maintained older hotel entrance, lobby, restaurant and ballroom areas. Our room was located in an added newer building providing all the modern conveniences with one exception; there is no lift. If you are willing to carry luggage up a flight or two, then this is a great place to stay. All the medieval attractions, restaurants and shops were all within walking distance. We would stay here again if we ever get back to Kilkenny.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic feel to the building and room. Breakfast was a delicious traditional Irish breakfast. Staff were very friendly and helpful. They accommodated an early check in and kindly held our bags before our departure. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well decorated in historic tradition, but a lot of corridors and stairs up and down to get to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin

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

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying in the original building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

Nice

Ice place in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility within walking distance of everything. Parking is a big plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm fuzzy 💓
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

The most charming stay of our trip

We absolutely loved our stay here. It's off the beaten path, gloriously quiet, and it oozes charm. And the owners were incredibly kind, even celebrating the birthday of a returned customer with a cake. The roads to get there aren't for the faint of heart. They are scary narrow and as an American already driving on the other side of the road... well that part isn't great. The village of Ballyvaugan is tiny with few food options, so some advance planning is necessary. But the options that do exist are great (including Mr Kebab).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great , a great location. It’s in walking distance to everything. Staff is super friendly and helpful. They just did a great job. We totally loved it and we had a great Irish breakfast as well. It was included in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mariah

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

Beautiful Lobby

The lobby is amazing the rooms are a little dated but comfortable. It is really well located close to the castle and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. Conveniently located and easy and free parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the old portion of the hotel and it was as expected except for worn out beds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel , super friendly staff, very central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025