Durrow Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Durrow, County Laois
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Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
8/10 Good
"Stayed for Kilkenomics. Decent hotel, good breakfast, clean and tidy"
Midlands Park Hotel
8/10 Good
"Staff very helpful, good gym, pool & sauna"
Kilford Arms Hotel
8/10 Good
"Great location A solid offering overall. Very much a hotel that grew over the years rather than a chain formula. Rooms refurbished in the recent past A little noisy at night and no air con. Breakfast room could be laid out better I would stay again"
The Club House Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was a former hunt club and the integrety of the old building has been maintained, but the rooms are modern, clean and well laid out. The staff were excellent. Very helpful giving directions and chatting. The food exemplary."
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Great pub and luminous room!"
Hotel Kilkenny
10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous hotel & beautiful foods definitely would go back there again. Shops are great in Kilkenny town & beautiful walks around Kilkenny Castle."
Pembroke Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, incredibly convenient location to the Kilkenny Castle, restaurant was good. Only thing my wife and I disliked was the bathroom door having those frosted panels that let light through so if anyone used the bathroom in the middle of the night it lit the whole room up."
Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely wonderful. Gorgeous hotel and grounds, and everyone was incredibly nice. The restaurant was excellent too. Highly recommend"
Frequently asked questions
What can I expect on my historical trip to Durrow?
The historical sites in Durrow are likely a big part of your travel plans. During your visit, why not also enjoy all there is to see and do including the museums?
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Durrow?
Places to visit in the wider area include Abbeyleix Heritage House, Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St. Mary's Medieval Mile Museum. You'll also find The National Reptile Zoo and Butler House in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Durrow?
A historic hotel gives guests an opportunity to stay in a building that has been recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Durrow often preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the architecture and actual building. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Durrow have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors should expect the popular amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Durrow, it doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.