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

Kilkenny Hotel Guide. Hotels in Smithsland, Kilkenny, Ireland

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Our top choices for Smithsland hotels

A modern building with a glass entrance, interior seating, and a bar area.

1. Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Smithsland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was comfortable, well maintained and the staff was welcoming and helpful."
United States
Don S
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
Superior Room

2. Step House Hotel

Step House Hotel
4.0 star property
22.2 km from Smithsland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in quite village. Excellent rooms, good breakfast, and plenty of parking."
United Kingdom
Gordon
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Step House Hotel
Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

3. Springhill Court Hotel

Springhill Court Hotel
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Smithsland
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (401 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly people."
Australia
Fay
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Springhill Court Hotel
View from property

4. Launard House

Launard House
3.0 star property
Maidenhill, 0.4 km from Smithsland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209 reviews)
"Great place to stay. David was very accommodating and helpful with local recommendations. The breakfast is made to order with a variety of options to choose from."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Launard House
Reception

5. The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.3 km from Smithsland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and parking was easy"
United States
Kimberly
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Club House Hotel
Exterior

6. Hotel Kilkenny

Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Walkinslough, 0.9 km from Smithsland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and food at breakfast"
United States
Richard
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Kilkenny
Bar (on property)

7. Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.4 km from Smithsland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice amenities, great location, we really enjoyed our stay here."
United States
Jason
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

8. Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.2 km from Smithsland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (909 reviews)
"Great location. Excellent staff"
United States
yves
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Rooftop terrace

9. Rafter'S Gastropub

Rafter'S Gastropub
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.5 km from Smithsland
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (225 reviews)
"Great stay! Staff were helpful and so friendly. Clean and newly renovated. The pub is gorgeous and has a delicious included breakfast with great hot and cold choices. Location can’t be better. Will be back!"
Canada
Jennifer
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Rafter'S Gastropub
Castle View King | View from room

10. Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.3 km from Smithsland
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderfully located, good food and drink, and every room has AC!!!"
United States
Alan
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Pembroke Hotel
Dining

11. The Garrandarragh Inn

The Garrandarragh Inn
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Smithsland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"Terrific country stay. The staff was the best!"
United States
David
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Garrandarragh Inn
3 bars/lounges

12. Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.9 km from Smithsland
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (851 reviews)
"Was a lovely stay…room was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped- was the middle of a heatwave so understandable. Food options at the bars was great, fantastic breakfast."
Australia
Deanna
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Kilford Arms Hotel
Hallway

13. No 13 Townhouse

No 13 Townhouse
2.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.7 km from Smithsland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"The room was clean , a convenient location center of town"
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
No 13 Townhouse
Restaurant

14. Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
4.0 star property
Kilkenny City Centre, 1.8 km from Smithsland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
United States
Shannon
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
Exterior

15. Grove Farm House B&B

Grove Farm House B&B
3.0 star property
21.1 km from Smithsland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Excellent hosts. Beautiful & serene...Nellie served us an exceptional breakfast."
Canada
Darryl
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Grove Farm House B&B
Lobby sitting area

16. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
5.0 star property
Lyrath, 3.8 km from Smithsland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (678 reviews)
"Beautiful manor like property very well decorated with modern rooms. Nice grounds and great staff."
United States
Sabine
The price is €244
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
Reception

17. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Talbotsinch, 3.5 km from Smithsland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217 reviews)
"The welcome at reception was very friendly with plenty of useful advice. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The bar was a pleasure and the breakfast/coffee room was well supplied. Overall, the hotel is a great place to stay and only a ten minute walk to the town centre. Highly recommended."
United Kingdom
Maeve
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
View from property

18. Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection

Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
13.1 km from Smithsland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"Great place to golf and food was excellent "
United States
Neal
The price is €319
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

19. Newpark Hotel

Newpark Hotel
4.0 star property
Newpark, 3 km from Smithsland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (779 reviews)
"Beautiful property, lovely rooms and pleasant staff."
United States
Lois
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Newpark Hotel
Exterior

20. Blackstairs Shepherds Huts

Blackstairs Shepherds Huts
2.5 star property
26.9 km from Smithsland
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Special place, liked it very interesting. Hoats are great. "
Canada
Grant
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Blackstairs Shepherds Huts
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Where to stay in Smithsland

Find the best Smithsland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge, a castle, and colorful buildings.

Kilkenny City Centre

Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum while you're in town.

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.

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.

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.

Maidenhill

Though Maidenhill 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.

Top Smithsland Hotel Reviews

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

8/10 Good
"Easy to get to. Parking was right across the street. Very walkable."
Brienne 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Smithsland like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kilkenny's Smithsland neighbourhood has to offer.
What's a favourite place to stay in Smithsland?
Based on our traveller data, Hoban Hotel Kilkenny is one of the top choices for your stay in Smithsland. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Laragh House.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Smithsland, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Smithsland.
What is there to do around this Kilkenny neighbourhood?
Kilkenny Golf Club, Talbots Tower and Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club are just a few of the places to visit in and around Smithsland. While you're out sightseeing, Butler House and National Craft Gallery are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kilkenny.

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