KILFORD ARMS, Kilkenny – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
The Kilford Arms Hotel offers 70 bedrooms including double, twin, triple, quad, and family configurations. All rooms include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, electric kettles with tea and coffee facilities, wardrobes, and private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. Some family rooms feature bathtubs. Rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, safes, and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Dining & Bars
The hotel features two bars and a restaurant. PV's Bar serves lunch and bar snacks daily. O'Faolain's Bar, set within a 16th-century church ruin, offers food from noon to 9:00 PM with options ranging from light snacks to full meals. The White Oak Restaurant serves traditional Irish cuisine using local produce. Entertainment with DJs is available nightly in the late bar.
Location & Access
Situated in Kilkenny City center, the hotel is adjacent to major tourist attractions and 200 meters from the main bus and railway station. The McDonagh shopping center is steps away. Key landmarks within walking distance include Maudlin Castle (300m), St Francis Abbey (500m), Medieval Mile Museum (500m), and St Canices Cathedral (1km). Kilkenny's compact size makes it ideal for exploring on foot.
Golf & Recreation
Several golf courses are within short driving distance: Gowran Park Racecourse (18-hole parkland course with lakes and woodland, beside the racecourse), Mount Juliet (Jack Nicklaus signature championship course, 20-minute drive), Kilkenny Golf Club (championship course on 100 acres of parkland, par 71), Castlecomer Golf Club, and Callan Golf Club (18-hole parkland course, 12 miles from city).
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides complimentary private parking and free Wi-Fi throughout all bedrooms and public areas. Room service is available. Function rooms can accommodate events. The hotel partners with Gowran Park for race and stay packages that include accommodation, breakfast, race entrance, and transportation. Security features include data encryption and firewalls for online information protection.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is in a great location, perfect for exploring Kilkenny and close to tourist attractions. The rooms are spacious and ideal for traveling with friends, but some may find them basic. The service is wonderful, with friendly staff who are attentive to guests' needs. The dining options are satisfying with a good variety of hot and cold choices. Overall, a comfortable stay with some minor room and dining issues to consider.
The hotel is in a convenient central location, within walking distance to main attractions and the train station. The rooms are spacious but outdated, with some cleanliness issues, yet they offer basic amenities like tea/coffee and bottled water. The service was a mix of clueless interactions and helpful assistance, including bike storage options. The dining options were satisfactory, with a good value for a full fry-up. However, the smell of cooking pervaded the premises, affecting the overall experience.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room, although small but adequate, offered a comfortable bed ensuring a good night's sleep. The location was ideal, close to the train station and main attractions, with a free car park available. The breakfast was delicious, setting me up for the day.
The hotel is in a superb location right in the town, offering free parking, and the rooms, although slightly small, are excellent and very clean with a triple bed option which is great for group travelers. The staff is very helpful, and the breakfast is delicious. One quirky feature was a random extra single bed in the room that sparked some light-hearted fun.
The hotel was a bit challenging with the air circulation in the room due to the heat, and the location was convenient but not ideal for those looking to avoid stairs. However, the hotel offered a pleasant stay with nice bars, cleanliness, friendly staff, and a top-notch breakfast experience.
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