Kilkenny City Centre

Kilkenny

A stone bridge over a calm river, boats docked at a pier, and buildings with "Matt The Mullers" signage.
A river with a bridge, a castle, and colorful buildings.
A stone bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and historic buildings.
A historic stone building with arched windows and flower boxes.
A street with stone buildings, a red door, and a sign for 'Matt the Millers Bar & Restaurant'.

Stay near popular Kilkenny City Centre attractions

A historic church with a graveyard in front.

St. Canice's Cathedral

9.4/10 (103 reviews)
St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
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Things to do

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

€10
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Picture 3 for Activity Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

€23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
Kilkenny Tour in French with a Local Irish Guide

Kilkenny with a local guide – Walking tour in French

€15
per adult
Kilkenny with a local guide – Walking tour in French
Medieval Mile Museum Entrance

Medieval Mile Street Tour

€18
per adult
Medieval Mile Street Tour
Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories

Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories

€15
per adult
Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories
Kilkenny Dark Tours Evening Walks Through History

Kilkenny Dark Tours Evening Walks Through History

€19
per adult
Kilkenny Dark Tours Evening Walks Through History
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Top hotels in Kilkenny City Centre

The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel

3 out of 5
Patrick Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is €118 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€118
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (665 reviews)
"Our stay was fine. Excellent staff."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

The Club House Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is €147 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
€147
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Kilkenny ...
8.4/10 Very good! (899 reviews)
"Lovely big room with double and a spare single bed, tea and coffee, fab powerful over bath shower, great position on the high street, had the small breakfast this morning, it was very nice, and plenty of hot tea to go with it, staff are ever so friendly and great service, great bar area plenty of ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Kilford Arms Hotel
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

4 out of 5
Ormonde Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is €144 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
€144
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Kicked out of the pool & gym at 7:30pm even though it said 8 and that was confirmed at reception"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

4 out of 5
11 Patrick Street Kilkenny
The price is €150 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€150
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for visiting Kilkenny"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Pembroke Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Ormonde Street Kilkenny County Kilkenny
Stay at this hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

4 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is €167 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€167
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
"Did not realize this hotel was so large and contained so many event space when booking. However, our room felt boutique and elevated. Very large and glamorous space. Only stayed one night. We love Kilkenny."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
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Where to stay in Kilkenny City Centre

Find the best Kilkenny City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kilkenny City Centre
Learn more about Kilkenny City Centre
A stone building with a statue of a man, a staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.

Newpark

Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The National Reptile Zoo and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

Deansground

While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

A large, historic stone castle with multiple towers and arched windows.

Walkinslough

While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

A historic castle with a large courtyard, a central tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

Smithsland

Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

A historic castle with a large courtyard, a central tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

Lyrath

While there might not be top attractions in Lyrath, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Hub and The National Reptile Zoo.

Kilkenny City Centre

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