The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
#10 of 24 hotels in Kilkenny
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3196 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 June 2024
Carmel
IrelandThe hotel is beautiful, very clean and comfortable, with a very relaxed atmosphere. The view of the river and the castle from the terrace is absolutely beautiful. Our room was so nice and ver comfortable, with its own balcony over looking the river and views of the castle, it was truly a great stay experience and we had a wonderful time. The staff are so welcoming and friendly and very helpful. Could not fault one thing about our stay . It was fantastic.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Johan
United KingdomIt felt like the rooms have not been maintained for a while as toilet roll holder is put together with paper clips to keep it together and toilet handle felt like it might break if used slightly hard as it is was loose.
The hotel is very convenient as close to centre of town and for walking the canal route. Food was great and staff very helpful. Room is very quiet even with a wedding taking place downstairs
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Lisa
United StatesOur location in Kilkenny was the very best. On the river with views of the Kilkenny Castle made the pretty day even better. We walked town before & after our tour of Smithwicks. The local shop owner was great with the Irish banter.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Brian
IrelandThis is supposed to be a 4 star hotel, but I think 3 is closer to the truth. The premises could do with a lot of paint, maintenance and tidying on the outside. We were given a room which was a long way from reception and this involved a long roundabout journey to the room which involved 2 lifts and a mystery walk along corridors with minimum signage. The room had a bad smell when we checked in, which was rectified on complaint.
The location could not be better, the staff were excellent, the breakfast was very good, parking was available which is very scarce in Kilkenny, the bathroom was very good , and the manager dealt with an issue promptly.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Shilpaps
United StatesParking is a bit tight, but with a little patience it can be managed
Perfect location. Well set up with bathroom amenities, decent breakfast buffet with timings that worked for us.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
James
United Kingdomeverything was fine
everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Sean
IrelandFantastic hotel, beautiful suite with balcony with a great view of Kilkenny castle. The receptionist went out of her way to cater for us. Would definitely stay again if we get the opportunity.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Deirdre
IrelandNothing it was lovely
Staff fab great location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Angela
IrelandRoom was too warm 🥵 Shower temperature was too hot couldn't cool it down. The room was abit worn but it was clean. View of the carpark wasn't great.
The location was great near Kilkenny castle. Staff were lovely on reception. They were friendly. Accommodation staff were nice. Breakfast was lovely and very well organised.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
West
IrelandNo air conditioning in our room in the new section of the hotel and windows could not be opened! Therefore no way to cool the room on a hot day! Fire instructions were not clearly visible anywhere!
Superb location and absolutely fabulous breakfast! We both had a fabulous visit and the staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful. I would certainly recommend this hotel to anyone!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 June 2024
Brendan
IrelandLovely view to the river and you could see the castle
I like where the hotel is situated.Easy access to city
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 June 2024
Margaret
AustraliaNo cooling in the rooms
The location was incredible. Very central with views of an ancient castle
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 June 2024
Jillian
AustraliaVery busy as 2 weddings were happening while we were there. We were in a room facing onto the car park. It essentially was designed for disabled people. Huge bathroom.
Fabulous position right on the river opposite the castle. Right in the centre of town. Lots of parking . Lovely big King bed. Great buffet breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Ann
IrelandThe Shower, couldn't control the heat ,quiet dangerous!!!
Very good breakfast, no delay in getting seated even though it was quiet busy Lovely staff ,plenty of everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Raymond
United KingdomNothing.
Great hotel all round.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Richard
IrelandBar very small , dated with no atmosphere, bar staff very slow and very unfriendly. 😕
Lovely room , reception staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Mcgowan
IrelandSize of room.
Breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Jj
United Arab EmiratesOur room was on the side next to a drive and next to where they were hauling the garbage bins around making an awful noise very early in the morning. There was no A/C in the room
Location was beautiful on the river overlooking the castle, room was spacious and comfortable, breakfast was really good.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Ann
IrelandGreat staff and great location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Jennifer
New ZealandFantastic location right by the castle. Lovely riverside restaurant
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Hale
United KingdomVery good night sleep
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Anthony
IrelandCheerful friendly staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Peter
Irelandbreakfast
location and room
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Benjamin
United StatesThe location was excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
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