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Kilkenny – Old town & heritage

Old town & heritage · No. 6 in Ireland

Boutique hotels in Kilkenny

Kilkenny is a medieval city of castle, cathedral and craft shops, with townhouse hotels in the old center.

Handpicked boutique hotels

Where to stay in Kilkenny

Kilkenny's compact center runs from the castle along the Medieval Mile to St. Canice's Cathedral. It has a strong craft tradition and a lively pub scene.

Where to stay

Small hotels sit in the heart of the old town, with country houses a short drive away in the surrounding countryside.

Good to know

Kilkenny is about 90 minutes from Dublin by road or rail. The Arts Festival takes place in August.

Good to know

Questions about Kilkenny

How many boutique hotels are there in Kilkenny?

We list 3 boutique hotels in Kilkenny, including Butler House, Lyrath Estate and Mount Juliet Estate.