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Kilford Arms Hotel

Property class: 3

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A stone interior with arched windows and a glass railing.
A staircase with stone walls and a metal railing, leading to a higher level.
A hotel lobby with a brown sofa, two tables with lamps, a large mirror, and a tiled floor.
A room with a round table and two red chairs, a vase with red flowers, and a lamp.
A bar area with a stone wall, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithwick's Brewery Tour
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler House
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table with chairs, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a purple throw blanket. There is a nightstand with a lamp on each bed, and a painting of a ship on the wall.

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a purple throw blanket. There is a nightstand with a lamp on each bed, and a painting of a ship on the wall.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a purple throw blanket. There is a nightstand with a lamp on each bed, and a painting of a ship on the wall.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a purple throw blanket. There is a nightstand with a lamp on each bed, and a painting of a ship on the wall.

Family Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Kilkenny

Kilford Arms Hotel puts you in the heart of Kilkenny, within steps of John Street and St. John the Evangelist Church. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and Smart TVs. .The restaurant, White Oak Restaurant, serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 3 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Added amenities include a nightclub and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Kilkenny City Centre hotel include St John's Church and Butler Gallery.

What's nearby

  • St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Butler House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 4 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Daniel W Bollard Bar & Bistro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Syd Harkin's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tynan's Bridge House Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kilford Arms Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. A nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Kilford Arms Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kilkenny hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kilford Arms Hotel offers 60 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 20-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

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

What is the cancellation policy at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Kilford Arms Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kilford Arms Hotel on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$179, 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.

Is parking available at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Does Kilford Arms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kilford Arms Hotel?

No, Kilford Arms Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Kilford Arms Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kilford Arms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kilford Arms Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Kilford Arms Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Kilkenny Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 879 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, good parking, friendly service, the room was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a very great restaurant with a garden bar also. Very great location and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed at Kilford Arms, it is in the perfect location, free parking, great breakfast, and amazing staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, staff was friendly, bar and restaurant were just ok.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, very nice and spacious room! Great bars/restaurants in the buildings. Great food! Everything within walking distance. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very helpful. The hotel is in a nice location for walking around town. They have onsite parking behind the hotel which is a major bonus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close the the castle and old downtown the people are great love it booked 2 nights and stayed 2 more
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

COLLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff, very helpful with our check-in and car parking. Room was clean and had a view of Kilkenny Castle. Breakfast was really good and with lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. Lovely bar and music. Located in a great spot
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For age of facility, very well maintained and rustic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy hotel, great location, and TWO pubs at the hotel. We had a very quiet room. The hotel is close to the old town and the castle, and just a few minutes ealk from the trsin station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room were older but clean. Loved that there was parking in the back. Had a great Roasr dinner at the restaurant. Loved that we could walk to the castle and around the town. Wish we were able to stay longer in Kilkenny.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sheila at the Front desk was very
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice and the lunch was good. The room was a bit small but ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel. They have a small and limited parking lot and it can be difficult to get your car parked in one of the spots.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Elevator/lift very convenient when traveling with luggage! Tasty made-to-order breakfast provided. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a bit pricy for what you get. Location was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and tidy. Hotel is centrally located, in close proximity to other bars and restaurants with lots of entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, comfy beds, and wonderful fruit and vegetable choices at breakfast!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh with good options. Good restaurant as well. Bath was a bit tired but clean. No fresh coffee in room… just instant. Small negative to an otherwise nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Erik

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean. Just well lived in. And residual cigarette smoke
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was comfortable and close to train station. We were hoping for more Irish music in bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026