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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Kilkenny Castle

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Experience the grandeur of the Hibernian Hotel, a historic building with a classical design and central entrance.
Relax in this inviting space with a round mirror, side table, and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy a warm and inviting dining experience at Harpers, where elegant tables are set with white linens and comfortable chairs.
Welcome to the Kenny Hillman Hotel, where guests can check in and enjoy a traditional hotel experience.
Enjoy a cozy dining experience with comfortable seating and warm ambiance.
Near Kilkenny Castle, the upscale Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers a warm welcome with its local cuisine restaurant, Harpers. Start your day with breakfast and unwind in one of two bars or on the charming terrace. With free WiFi, luggage storage and helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is £143
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
1 Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 XR28

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Black Abbey - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Hub - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterford (WAT) - 58 min drive
  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Bagenalstown Station - 20 min drive
  • Thomastown Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Left Bank - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lanigans Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Field - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paris Texas Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fig Tree Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Harpers, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

Croatian, English, Polish, Slovak, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Off-site parking within 30 ft (EUR 15.50 per night)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Harpers – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 26 December.

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 15.50 per night (30 ft away)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Hibernian Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian
Hibernian Hotel Kilkenny
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Kilkenny
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Hotel Kilkenny

Frequently asked questions

Is Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 24 December and 26 December.

Does Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel and nearby?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel?

Yes, Harpers offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel like?

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is in Kilkenny City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 3 minutes' walk from St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Food
Bar
Restaurant
Parking
Bed
Castle

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, and a highlight of the stay. (40 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and pub offered great food and service with a lively atmosphere. (8 reviews)
  • Parking was easy, affordable, and safe, with options available directly across the street. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very nice stay and great location.
1-night trip

10/10

The room was nicely decorated and very clean. It had everything I needed. Staff were friendly and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel is very good. Comfortable and staff very friendly. Would definitely recommend it.
1-night trip

10/10

I had a really nice stay! The room was beautiful, spacious and clean. The restaurant and bar were excellent. The traditional live music in the bar was wonderful!
1-night trip

10/10

The Hibernian is a beautiful hotel and the staff was very accommodating. The location across the street from the Left Bank is great and a short walk to the Kilkenny Castle.
Beautiful
1-night trip

10/10

Everything about this place was excellent. You are in the heart of everything Kilkenny. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

We loved this hotel very friendly staff, beautiful hotel and wonderful food!
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay!
2-night trip

10/10

Everyone there was incredibly nice and helpful to us and the rooms themselves were very clean
2-night trip

10/10

Great Hotel!! comfortable beds and nice hot shower
1-night trip

10/10

We loved the Hibernian. The location could not be beat. Breakfast was delicious and the staff were very nice. It was also great to have a bar downstairs for a late night drink before going to bed.
2-night trip

10/10

Great price the food was so good and lots of choices. Close to everything. The beds were top notch. Super friendly
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely hotel, with pub downstairs, in a great location. Very helpful staff and comfortable beds. Good selection for breakfast. Parking close by too.
2-night trip

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at the hotel. The location was perfect. The hotel is lovely. Dreamy beds! The breakfast was excellent. Our favorite parts were sitting outside in front of the hotel with our drinks As we people watched. In the evening, we loved the beautiful bar and listening to the Irish folk singer.
1-night trip

10/10

Great breakfast! Perfect location for walking the town. Close to the castle. Parking available at garage across the street. Pub was great for lunch.
1-night trip

8/10

The hotel is fine, but it could definitely use an update. I was happy to see a fan included in the room, as it did get very hot. The hotel pub was great with live Irish music, as well as the vast morning breakfast.
1-night trip

10/10

If you are going to Kilkenny, a stay at the Kilkenny Hibernian is a great place to choose. It is an old hotel but has plenty of charm, classical comfort. The restaurant is lovely especially the included breakfast. Staff are fabulous
1-night trip

10/10

Had a great few days at the Hibernian. Lovely hotel, great food and very friendly and helpful staff. Would happily recommend.
2-night trip

8/10

Nicely located hotel. Walkable area with a number of pubs and restaurants. Pretty low key area. Room in my view was tired. And hot. Staff was very nice. Parking across the street was €16.
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely stay at the hibernian, great location handy for everything Kilkenny has to offer. Helpful friendly staff. Very clean.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent location. Super friendly and helpful staff.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location - beautiful property!
2-night trip

6/10

Nice hotel
3-night trip

10/10

Great breakfast and staff! You are also walking distance for a lot of the really cool sites around there
2-night trip