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Kilford Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a nightclub, a short walk to Kilkenny Castle

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Reception
3 bars/lounges
Interior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine
The Kilford Arms Hotel places guests in Kilkenny City Centre. Enjoy the arcade, drinks at three bars, and meals at The White Oak Restaurant. The terrace offers stunning views. Guests praise the attentive staff for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €130
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Netflix
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Kilkenny City Centre, a neighbourhood in Kilkenny, Kilford Arms Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Kilkenny Castle and St. John the Evangelist Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Francis Abbey Brewery and laser Combat Kilkenny. The National Reptile Zoo and Glasrai Goodies are also worth visiting.
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Map
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Butler House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Lukes General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Hub - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 4 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sullivan's Brewing Company Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Langton's Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Billy Byrne's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arán Artisan Bakery & Bistro - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kilford Arms Hotel

Hotel near Kilkenny Castle
You can look forward to a nightclub, a terrace and an arcade/games room at Kilford Arms Hotel. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, White Oak Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and 3 meeting rooms
  • A front desk safe, a billiards/pool table and a ballroom
  • A lift, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 20-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • White Oak Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 20-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Debit cards are not accepted.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kilford Arms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kilford Arms Hotel?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilford Arms Hotel on 12 Oct 2025 start from €129.59, including 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.

How much is parking at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Kilford Arms Hotel located?

Located in Kilkenny City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of John Street and Kilkenny Castle. St. John the Evangelist Church and St John's Church are just steps away. Kilkenny Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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