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The 10 Best Homestays in Kilkenny, Ireland

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Situated in the centre of Kilkenny, just 1.1 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 1.1 km from Kilkenny Castle, Kilmore Guesthouse features accommodation with city views and free WiFi. The property has inner courtyard views and is 18 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 34 km from Carrigleade Golf Course. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

Absolutely excellent stay, beautiful rooms and very useful facilities

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9.1
Wonderful
1,519 reviews
Price from
$172
per night

Ideally set in Kilkenny, Butler House offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This guest house provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

The hotel has private parking, the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, and check in was very smooth. We had three in our room; parents and one teenager. We were very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and served at your table by very professional staff. The room was amazing with a spectacular view of the perfectly groomed garden and Kilkenny Castle. The location made it easy to see all of the main sites within the townsite and is close to many great pubs and restaurants. A river walk is minutes away and there are plenty of quality shops. Highly recommend fish and chips at Matt the Millar's, just down the hill.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,863 reviews
Price from
$237
per night

With inner courtyard views, The Nore River House is located in Kilkenny and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a patio. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

From the moment we arrived until we left, our host was friendly and attentive. Breakfast was lovely and prompt. Just a short and beautiful walk into the city and all the sights!

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9.1
Wonderful
210 reviews
Price from
$204
per night

Newlands Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kilkenny, 7.4 km from Kilkenny Castle. 10 km from Kilkenny Railway Station and 13 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, the property features a garden and a terrace. This 4-star guest house offers private entrance.

Great hospitality, the hosts will go out of their way to please. The breakfast is out of this world.

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9.6
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
$124
per night

Located in Kilkenny and only 10 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club, Kilfane Country Lodge provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 14 km from Kilkenny Castle and 15 km from Kilkenny Railway Station. The guest house features family rooms.

Room was very spacious, bed was extremely comfortable and the host just could not do enough for uss.

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9.3
Wonderful
20 reviews
Price from
$237
per night

JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation is set in the centre of Kilkenny, 400 metres from Kilkenny Castle. 600 metres from Smithwick's Brewery Tour, the property is also 1.7 km away from St. Lukes General Hospital. Free WiFi is available.

Friendly responsive staff, very clean, great location

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8.6
Excellent
1,447 reviews
Price from
$97
per night

Set 300 metres from Kilkenny Castle, Fanad House offers classic-style accommodation with a TV. The property offers free private parking, and free WiFi throughout.

Rooms at the Fanad all come with carpeted floors, tea and coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Lovely location within walking distance of Kilkenny Castle and town. Rooms were very clean and breakfast was excellent.

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8.7
Excellent
1,463 reviews
Price from
$129
per night

In a prime location in the Kilkenny City Centre district of Kilkenny, Billycan Guest Rooms is located 700 metres from Kilkenny Castle, less than 1 km from Smithwick's Brewery Tour and an 8-minute walk from The Tholsel. The property is set 1.1 km from St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower and 1.2 km from St. Mary's Cathedral. The guest house features family rooms.

it was clean and close to the city center

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8
Very Good
574 reviews
Price from
$97
per night

Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay.

Carlow College is 38 km from the homestay, while County Carlow Military Museum is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 59 km from King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located.

Within walking distance of downtown Kilkenny. A nice relaxing walk over the river. The hosts are wonderful, their dogs, great characters. If you are a dog person, it just adds to the stay.

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8.7
Excellent
39 reviews
Price from
$73
per night

Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay.

Carlow College is 38 km from the homestay, while County Carlow Military Museum is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 59 km from Budget Double Room in City.

The place was in a great location in central Kilkenny and easy to find. The host was very welcoming and helpful and made me feel super comfortable. The dogs were very sweet and an added bonus. Would definitely recommend staying here.

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8.6
Excellent
24 reviews
Price from
$70
per night

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  • Butler House
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,863 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle in the center of Kilkenny, Butler House offers accommodations with access to a garden. This 4-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and an elevator.

    Great location, lovely staff and very comfortable room

  • The 'Rafter's Gastropub
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,130 reviews

    In the center of Kilkenny, The Rafter's Gastropub is a 1-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. It has rooms with free Wi-Fi, an award-winning bar, a rooftop terrace and a restaurant.

    Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable rooms.

  • Breakfast options
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 861 reviews

    The newly renovated Glendine Inn is fast becoming one of Kilkenny’s best known establishments for Dining/Accommodations and atmosphere.

    Lilts bit noisy because of the working construction

  • Kilmore Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,519 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Kilmore Guesthouse features accommodations in Kilkenny. Featuring city and inner courtyard views, this guest house also includes free Wifi.

    Great location and the beds were very comfortable.

  • The Nore River House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 210 reviews

    Providing quiet street views, The Nore River House in Kilkenny features accommodations, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    Beautiful stay, great shower and room was lovely and warm

  • Newlands Lodge
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 118 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Newlands Lodge in Kilkenny features accommodations, a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to mini-golf, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Hosts were incredible - thoroughly enjoyed my stay!

  • Kilfane Country Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 20 reviews

    Providing free Wifi, private parking, and a garden, the recently renovated property Kilfane Country Lodge offers rooms in Kilkenny, 6.4 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 8.9 miles from Kilkenny...

    Stanza comoda per 5 persone. Ottimo servizio e buona colazione.

  • Fanad House
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,463 reviews

    Set 984 feet from Kilkenny Castle, Fanad House offers classic-style accommodations with a TV. The property offers free private parking, and free WiFi throughout.

    Emplacement proche du centre. Irish breakfast excellent

Great access to the city center! Check these homestays in Kilkenny

  • King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 39 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and one mile from Kilkenny Castle, King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located features accommodations in Kilkenny with a garden.

    Informalita' e disponibilità della padrona di casa

  • JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,447 reviews

    JBs Bar & Guest Accommodations is set in the center of Kilkenny, 1312 feet from Kilkenny Castle. 1969 feet from Smithwick's Brewery Tour, the property is also 1.1 mi away from St.

    Convenient to town very comfortable and hospitable staff.

  • Budget Double Room in City
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 24 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station and one mile from Kilkenny Castle, Budget Double Room in City features accommodations in Kilkenny with a garden.

    A house full of life, you’ll spend a nice moment in Kilkenny on your own or with the owners !

  • Billycan Guest Rooms
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 574 reviews

    In a prime location in the Kilkenny City Center district of Kilkenny, Billycan Guest Rooms is located 2297 feet from Kilkenny Castle, less than 0.6 mi from Smithwick's Brewery Tour and an 8-minute...

    The location is amazing and maragaret was so helpful.

  • Market Slip House
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6 reviews

    Market Slip House in Kilkenny features accommodations with free Wifi a 10-minute walk from Kilkenny Railway Station, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 21 miles from Carrigleade Golf Course.

  • The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodation
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 264 reviews

    Seconds away from the River Nore and Kilkenny Castle, The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodations provides well-appointed rooms in a city center location. Guests can enjoy free WiFi.

    Very clean and central to everything to everything

  • John Street Guest House
    3.7
    Scored 3.7
    Poor
    Rated poor
     · 49 reviews

    John Street Guest House in Kilkenny provides accommodations with free Wifi a 9-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, 12 miles from Mount Juliet Golf Club, and 20 miles from Carrigleade Golf Course.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Kilkenny

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 58 reviews
    Our lovely host really went above and beyond for us and has really thought of everything we could need in the apartment. A fridge full of food and fully stocked kitchen provided for us to cook ourselves breakfast. Super clean and cute apartment and only a few minutes drive/taxi to town. Would definitely stay again! Thank you so much :)
    Amelia
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $122.71
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,447 reviews
    Loved the locals playing their instruments and singing in the bar. Barman was friendly. We also stayed on our last night.
    robert
    Young couple
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 574 reviews
    The location was central with plenty of eateries nearby. The room was as described. Compact with a double and single and suitable for an overnight stay. Lovely host.
    Shane
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 97 reviews
    Lovely place lovely cabin lovely hosts
    Sarah
    Group
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 574 reviews
    We stayed in a cozy room perfect for a couple. Near the accomodation were plenty of Pubs, Cafes and restaurants to choose from (still quiet for good night sleep). All the main attractions are in walking distance. The host margaret is a lovely lady who went beyond our expectations of a great host - welcoming, friendly, great recommendations, even sent us some things we forgot. Highly recommended staying there!
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $156.08
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 442 reviews
    Very nice lovely host only 2 minutes drive to city
    O Connor
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 210 reviews
    Comfortable, clean and a lovely host, Angela! Free and easy parking. Short walk to centre. Complimentary tea,.coffee, cerial etc for breakfast 😁
    Frank
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $186.43
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,339 reviews
    the garden suites were great and romantic
    Emma
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,463 reviews
    great hosts
    Danny
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $150.87
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 881 reviews
    Quiet location but very central. Easy to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Private, secure parking. Lovely host who was helpful and friendly in many ways. Good full breakfast.
    Christine
    Young couple