Experience the charm of Kilkenny City Centre at Kilford Arms Hotel, where you can unwind with a game in the arcade or sip on a drink at one of three bars. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at White Oak Restaurant or take in stunning views from the terrace. The helpful staff has left guests feeling well taken care of.
Kilford Arms Hotel features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can visit White Oak Restaurant, which serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
60 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
3 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Pool table
Working away
3 meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Arcade/games room
Nightclub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
20-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
White Oak Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: EUR 100 per stay
A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Kilford Arms Hotel Kilkenny
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kilford Arms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kilford Arms 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 Kilford Arms Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kilford Arms Hotel?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kilford Arms Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Kilford Arms Hotel and nearby?
Kilford Arms Hotel has 3 bars and a nightclub, as well as an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Kilford Arms Hotel?
Yes, White Oak Restaurant offers Irish cuisine.
What's the area around Kilford Arms Hotel like?
Kilford Arms Hotel is in Kilkenny City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Kilkenny Station and 9 minutes' walk from Kilkenny Castle. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Kilford Arms Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
10 February 2025
Hotel lovely very clean staff lovely
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 January 2025
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Very nice staff very well placed very good food very good rooms
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 December 2024
Top spot for food and drink.
Great location, late bar, good food. Would definitely stay here again. Very close to bus and train.
Adrian
Adrian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Perfect place to stay ! Extremely clean room, lots to do, warm atmosphere and close to all the attractions
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Good experience, warm staff, perfect location, fair breakfast buffet
Eduardo
Eduardo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2024
Had wonderful time there.
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
The food was excellent.
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
12 November 2024
Comfortable bed for the night, staff was friendly and helpful. We did have quite a walk from our bus stop.
Bonita
Bonita, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2024
Great place to stay with very friendly staff and close access to the entire city.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Very comfy bed and clean. Happy to stay again.
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Loved the location, loved the 2 bars, breakfast was great
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Nice stay at Kilkenny
Stefan
Stefan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 August 2024
It was conveniently located, with an amazing history, which was fun to explore. The restaurants and pubs on the property were terrific and the staff was incredible!!
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 August 2024
Would recommend
Nice comfortable hotel in great location.
Mildred
Mildred, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2024
Short stay
I had to come over very quickly for a funeral. The Kilford was a good price and perfect for what I needed. Thank you
Rory
Rory, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 September 2024
Rooms are spacious and clean. Lots of different hallways to go down to get to our room but it was nice. Great central location, staff, were helpful and polite. We would definitely stay here again.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Loved this hotel! So much charm and class! Lovely breakfast. Interesting pubs connected to the hotel. Right in the heart of everything downtown. Great experience! The room is a bit dated and the bathroom needed an upgrade - the shower curtain clung to us as we showered, but the location and overall charm made up for it. We would stay here again!
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
No issues. Great location. Great stay.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
28 December 2024
Basic, no-frills room.
A very average stay—the hotel is a classic old (not in a cute way for the rooms) Irish hotel. Everything is very basic, which is fine except it cost a fortune. My main issue was the bed—very uncomfortable. This is all a review of the room—the bar is charming and the people are nice.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2024
Perfect place to stay and be connected with the City. Five minute walk to bus stop amd ten min walk to Castle.
Hotel room was clean and extremely comfortable
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
Nice hotel, close to the center of the town. Nice staff clean rooms
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Clean, comfortable
Taking in Kilkenny’s history, just a short overnight.
Regina
Regina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
First Time in Kilkenny - but not the last
Kilford Arms was a lovely place to stay fir our first vidut to Kilkenny. The staff were first class and all assustance was fulfilled with speed and efficiency. The room was more than adequate clean and comfortable and the hotel accessible and central - a great base for visiting nearby medieval sotes such as The Rock of Cashel and Vahir Castle. Lovely place to stay.