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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.

Thank you to our extremely kind host! The room was spotless, the location was great, nothing to complain about, we would definitely stay there again!

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9.1
Superb
1,511 reviews
Price from
£137
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.

It is a beautiful property with gorgeous gardens and lovely sitting areas. So close to Kilkenny Castle.

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9.1
Superb
1,857 reviews
Price from
£189
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.

Robert —> such an amazing friendly and welcoming person! Well done, looking forward to see you one day again!

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9.1
Superb
206 reviews
Price from
£151
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
£4
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
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
£112
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.

Location was great, within walking distance to everything. Room was clean and beds comfortable. It is above a bar so expect noise but we decided to join in on the music below. So much fun!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,438 reviews
Price from
£69
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
Fabulous
1,451 reviews
Price from
£103
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
573 reviews
Price from
£77
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.

Beautiful large room with a wood burning stove , french doors to the garden lovely comfortable king sized bed great hosts and of course cute doggies 🐕

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8.7
Fabulous
37 reviews
Price from
£58
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.

Perfect place to stay if you're spending a few days in the lovely city of Kilkenny. I strongly recommend Cathy and Kate's place very much <3 if you are a dog lover, you'll enjoy it. Also, both ladies have been super kind to me :)

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8.6
Fabulous
24 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Butler House
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,857 reviews

    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.

    Great location, lovely staff and very comfortable room

  • The 'Rafter's Gastropub
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,127 reviews

    In the centre 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.

  • Glendine Inn
    Breakfast options
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 848 reviews

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

    Lilts bit noisy because of the working construction

  • Kilmore Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,511 reviews

    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.

    Great location and the beds were very comfortable.

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

    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...

    Hosts were incredible - thoroughly enjoyed my stay!

  • Kilfane Country Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews

    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.

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

  • Fanad House
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,451 reviews

    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.

    Excellent location short walk to city centre. Friendly staff

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

    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...

    The location is amazing and maragaret was so helpful.

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

  • The Nore River House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 206 reviews

    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.

    Beautiful stay, great shower and room was lovely and warm

  • King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 37 reviews

    Situated in Kilkenny with Kilkenny Railway Station and Kilkenny Castle nearby, King Size Bed, Private Parking, Centrally Located features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Informalita' e disponibilità della padrona di casa

  • JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,438 reviews

    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.

    Staff where great room was clean and location was perfect

  • Market Slip House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated within 600 metres of Kilkenny Castle and less than 1 km of Kilkenny Railway Station in the centre of Kilkenny, Market Slip House features accommodation with free WiFi and seating area.

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

    Seconds away from the River Nore and Kilkenny Castle, The Waterfront Townhouse Accommodation provides well-appointed rooms in a city centre 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 accommodation with free WiFi, 700 metres from Kilkenny Castle, 19 km from Mount Juliet Golf Club and 33 km from Carrigleade Golf Course.

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Homestays that guests love in Kilkenny

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 206 reviews
    Nice and comfortable place where you feel at home. You have every sort of facilities (also makeup remover, cotton buds and so on). Robert was a great host and he helped me with everything I needed.
    Fabiana
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 22 reviews
    Karen met us and showed us around she is lovely and even left my little boy a Easter egg on arrival. Apartment was beautiful and very clean and also had everything there that we needed. Even milk in the fridge and teas and coffee. We will definitely be staying again and again great host
    april
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 393 reviews
    A lovely host who gave me warm towels on arrival and a map of the area. A very large, clean and comfortable room.
    Louise
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £120.14
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 871 reviews
    Great breakfast! Angela and her husband were lovely hosts. Location was perfect, just a short walk to restaurants, pubs, and the castle.
    Rachel
    Family with young children
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews
    Everything, from the moment we arrived, the accommodation was warm, cosy, and amazing. I met Paddy in the bar, and he showed me around. We later called in to the pub for a few quiet drinks and got to meet some of the locals.
    O&#39;Boyle
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £120.14
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 871 reviews
    John and Angela were great hosts and we felt like they would have done anything in their control to ensure our stay was as good as possible. They deserve all the positive comments they've gotten!
    Richard
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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
    People with friends
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,331 reviews
    Garden suites are great! For a couple holiday it’s fantastic. Food was good! 👍🏼 enjoyed my stay overall
    Viktoriia
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews
    The lovely host Jean was at the property when we arrived so was able to hand over the key abs show us around. Great location, stunning view comfy stay lots of room very spacious.
    Danielle
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £120.14
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 871 reviews
    Comfortable room. Nice breakfast. Good location. Lovely hosts. On-street parking outside the door.
    JENNY
    People with friends
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