Kilford Arms Hotel

3.0 star property

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Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
3 bars/lounges
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
$106
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9

Explore the area

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John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Canice's Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About this property

Kilford Arms Hotel

3-star hotel in Kilkenny City Centre
This hotel features a restaurant, a nightclub, and 3 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and an arcade/game room are onsite.
Kilford Arms Hotel offers 60 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 20-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

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

The hotel offers a restaurant. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. 3 meeting rooms are available. This Kilkenny hotel also offers a nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine.

Kilford Arms Hotel has designated areas for smoking.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.
White Oak Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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
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

National rating

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

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Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 783 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Connie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did not use parking. Everyone was nice and friendly. Wide selection of dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was included and was very good, lots of choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Parking at the hotel included. Hotel room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing!! I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi, cottonwood heights

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel staff welcoming friendly & informative. Clean room. Last night there big teen party right outside our window, we were above club. Did not sleep well. Good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pittsburghers in Ireland 2025

Parking was a bit difficult due to an event going on that evening but we prevailed, the Hotel was older but in Great Condition, the rooms were fantastic. Staff were accommodating and the Pub was open late
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Bend

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

10/10 Excellent

Noleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable room in the heart of Kilkenny . Staff always friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seamus

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff didnt feel very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Tampa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of town. The hotel is old and could use some serious update. However it is clean and the staff is very good and friendly. There is no ac but that is not uncommon in Ireland
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Difficult parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station (about 7 minute walk), close to downtown (the opposite direction), room/ bathroom are big.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin, Ridgewood

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here. Hotel is much bigger than what meets the eye from the street (so they were able to accommodate our request for 2 separate beds. I think we essentially got a free upgrade). It's in a good central location, with everything within walking distance. Travel tips: Book a guided tour of Kilkenny Castle if you can. You get too see amazing parts that are not available during self-guided visits. Have dinner/drinks/listen to live music at Kyteler's Inn. It's a 700 year old pub, and has amazing history. Try their own Witch brew and come for music early, as seats are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025