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Kilford Arms Hotel

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A stone interior with arched windows and a glass railing. - Kilford Arms Hotel (Kilkenny)
A bar area with a stone wall, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles. - Kilford Arms Hotel (Kilkenny)
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Take advantage of a nightclub, a terrace, and an arcade/game room at Kilford Arms Hotel. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, White Oak Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and 3 bars are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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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
(40 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(18 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kilkenny City Centre, a neighborhood in Kilkenny, Kilford Arms Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. St. John the Evangelist Church and Shee Alms House 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. Visit our Kilkenny travel guide
Map
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny

What's nearby

  • An ornate altar with religious carvings and a green cloth with gold embroidery.
    St. John the Evangelist Church
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A museum interior with large windows, wooden walls, and exhibits including a golden artifact.
    St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A river with a bridge, a castle, and colorful buildings.
    Kilkenny Castle
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A church interior with stained glass windows, stone walls, and wooden pews.
    St. Canice's Cathedral
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Butler House
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

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
  • Tynan's Bridge House Bar
    5 min walk
  • Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Syd Harkin's
    6 min walk

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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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 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

  • Elevator

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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: approximately EUR 12 for adults and 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

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is Kilford Arms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 steps from John Street, St. John the Evangelist Church, and St John's Church. Butler Gallery and Shee Alms House are also within 10 minutes. Kilkenny Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 872 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 872 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 872 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 872 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 872 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, staff was very helpful and it is close to many pubs and shops. Had a wonderful stay and would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here in amongst the old ruins - the location was perfect - quiet and peaceful - friendly and welcoming staff would highly recommend the Kelford
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nit far from city centre. Great to have free parking. Room was clean and comfortable for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious and well maintained, clean and tidy. Breakfast was pleasant and adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The building is a little old and hard to navigate to your room, unless you are close to the elevator. With any booking you you make in the UK, always book the breakfast of you intend to eat breakfast. It will save you a ton if you prebook and pay for it. Staff were nice and parking onsite made it very easy to park and enjoy the town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking, location was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staffand location. Very good in-house restaurant/pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff good food and very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
Location of the hotels in a good spot, the staff was helpful. Unfortunately, we visited during a heat wave and no one opened the windows to try to cool off the room. Our room was on the top floor and very very hot. The hotel is older and could use some updating. however, parking was ample
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and the staff in the hotel were very helpful and pleasant to chat too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around pub, staff, and food. Wonderful hearing the family speak about their history in this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025