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The Club House Hotel

2.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Interior
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
Family Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
The Club House Hotel in central Kilkenny offers a peaceful terrace, library, and meals at Victors Bar & Restaurant. Amenities include dry cleaning, high-speed WiFi, and on-site car rentals. Its location near Kilkenny Castle makes exploring the historic area easy.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Small Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Small Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double with Extra Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double with Extra Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Patrick Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny, R95 VNP4

What's nearby

  • Butler House - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Black Abbey - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Hub - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Left Bank - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Field Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zuni Restaurant & Townhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé500 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Club House Hotel

Hotel near Kilkenny Castle
Located close to Butler House and St Mary's Cathedral, The Club House Hotel provides a terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Victors Bar & Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with car rentals on site and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and a porter/bellhop
  • A reception hall, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Club House Hotel include perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Georgian Diningroom
  • Victors Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Georgian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 5.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Club House Hotel
Club House Hotel Kilkenny
Club House Kilkenny
Hotel Club House
The Club House Hotel Hotel
The Club House Hotel Kilkenny
The Club House Hotel Hotel Kilkenny

Frequently asked questions

Is The Club House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Club House Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Club House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Club House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Club House Hotel located?

Located in Kilkenny City Centre, this hotel is steps from Butler House and Kilkenny Castle. Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St Mary's Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Kilkenny Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Club House Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 190 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sue

Comfortable room, easy parking great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to Kilkenny Castle, dining, shopping, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic building with onsite parking and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the king size bed and the large bathroom . Also , the breakfast was outstanding and the staff were friendly and helpful .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place. So glad we found it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying in the original building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, walking distance to sights, shopping and pubs. Great breakfast and friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, the room was very clean, and everything you’d want to do in Kilkenny is right outside the door within a short walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. Conveniently located and easy and free parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Staff fabulous and friendly and helpful. Our room was in the new section. Would highly recommend as we enjoyed interacting with the locals. Breakfast made to order. Lovely stay.
My husband having a good time at the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel located next to restaurants, attractions, bars with music and transportation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the brand new rooms and they were refreshing. Easily accessed sites and pubs. On site parking!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility within walking distance of everything. Parking is a big plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and was very easy to walk the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location and had everything we needed with a modern, newly done bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in a lovely quirky central hotel. Everything met or exceeded our expectations, but the cooked breakfasts were not the best. Had the continental breakfast on day 2 and that was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so cute and quirky. The halls can be a little confusing, but I think that added to the charm. Very comfortable bed, nice bathroom, friendly staff. Conveniently located, within easy walking distance of everything you want to see in Kilkenny.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff everyone was friendly and helpful. Hotel was very quiet! Great breakfast! Good location very central
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property transports you back in time. Friendly staff, right in town, we had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was at the back so very quiet. A bit expensive for a small room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a 2 night stay. All the sites we wanted to see were a few minutes walk awsy. Older hotel but pur room , especially the bathroom, was modern. Lots of stairs, though!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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