Curated luxury hotels in County Kilkenny

Located in Thomastown, Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection is on the riverwalk – a 1-minute drive from Mount Juliet Golf Course and 5 minutes from Jerpoint Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 10.3 mi (16.7 km) from Woodstock House and Gardens and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Kilkenny Castle.

Located in Kilkenny (Lyrath), Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre is within a 5-minute drive of The Hub and Nowlan Park. This family-friendly hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Kilkenny Castle and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Kilkenny Golf Club.

With a stay at Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny (Newpark), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kilkenny Castle and laser Combat Kilkenny. This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Kilkenny Golf Course and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from St. John the Evangelist Church.

In the heart of Kilkenny, Hotel Kilkenny is within a 5-minute drive of Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kilkenny Castle and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

With a stay at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Kilkenny, within a 5-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle and Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club. This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Shee Alms House and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Talbots Tower.

A stay at Pembroke Hotel places you in the heart of Kilkenny, within a 5-minute walk of St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum and Kilkenny Castle. This spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Butler House and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Rothe House.

With a stay at Langtons Hotel Kilkenny in Kilkenny (Kilkenny City Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle and Shee Alms House. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from St. John the Evangelist Church and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from St John's Church.

With a stay at The Hoban Hotel Killkenny in Kilkenny (Smithsland), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kilkenny Castle and Kilkenny Golf Club. This eco-friendly hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Talbots Tower and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club.

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel is centrally located in Kilkenny – a 3-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 6 minutes by foot from Rothe House. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Black Abbey and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

On the banks of the River Nore in the heart of the medieval city of Kilkenny, this 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers free WiFi.

Overlooking the city's 12th-century castle, The Kilkenny River Court Hotel has a quiet location in a private courtyard, back from the busy Kilkenny streets. The main shopping areas, theatres and entertainment are all close by.

Each of the large rooms is stylishly decorated with fine furnishings. Most overlook the River Nore and the castle.

Guests can dine at the AA rosette-winning Riverside Restaurant and Terrace Kitchen which offers an al fresco dining experience. The hotel can also host weddings, corporate events and special family occasions.

In the Heritage Village of Leighlinbridge, just 10 minutes from Carlow and 20 minutes from Kilkenny off the N9, the Lord Bagenal has been renowned for award-winning food and wine.

Established in 1979, The Lord Bagenal offers a traditional and vibrant experience where you can relax and sample our great food and wine. The original bar and restaurant offers a haven from the hustle and bustle, with blazing fires, and quirky nooks and crannies. 40 rooms now also feature duck down duvets, crisp cotton sheets, flat-screen TVs and volcanic showers. A bright and vibrant space, our gallery presents an exhilarating experience for your visual senses, showcasing an array of contemporary Irish and British artists.

Situated in Kilkenny, 1.8 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, The Orchard House features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Kilkenny Castle.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

Mount Juliet Golf Club is 21 km from The Orchard House, while Carrigleade Golf Course is 34 km from the property. Dublin Airport is 130 km away.

With a stay at Cashel Palace Hotel in Cashel, you'll be just steps from Cashel Heritage Centre and Cashel Folk Village. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Dominics Abbey and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Saint Peter the Rock Cathedral.

Located in Thurles, Horse and Jockey Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Thurles Golf Club and Holy Cross Abbey. This spa hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Semple Stadium and 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from Thurles Racecourse.

Located in New Ross, Brandon House Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Dunbrody Emigrant Ship and St Mary's Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Kennedy Homestead and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from John F. Kennedy Arboretum.

Located in Faithlegg, Faithlegg Hotel is on a river – a 1-minute drive from Faithlegg Golf Club and 11 minutes from Waterford Regional Hospital. This family-friendly hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from House of Waterford Crystal and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Duncannon Beach.

A stay at Midlands Park Hotel places you in the heart of Portlaoise – a 2-minute drive from O'Moore Park and 7 minutes from Rock of Dunamase. This family-friendly hotel is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from The Heath Golf Club and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Stradbally Steam Museum.

Located in Kilkea, Kilkea Castle is in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and Carlow Golf Club. This golf castle is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Oak Park Forest Park and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Athy Par 3 Golf Course.

When you stay at Hotel Minella in Clonmel, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute walk of South Tipperary Arts Centre and Clonmel Greyhound Stadium. This spa hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from South Tipperary County Museum and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Main Guard.

An ideal base from which to explore the beautiful surroundings of Carlow, Seven Oaks 4 star Hotel is a welcoming hotel, ideally located just 5 minutes walk from Carlow Town Centre. Carparking is complimentary for our residents and customers.

Our classically furnished ensuite bedrooms offer free WiFi, luxurious toiletries, hairdryer, iron and board, tea and coffee making facilities and a safe.

TD Molloy's restaurant at the Seven Oaks is renowned for its exceptional dining experience, serving a variety of dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Our Oaks Bar offers a serene and inviting atmosphere, ideal for a casual drink or a catch up with friends or collegaues.

Our impressive leisure club offers a 20 metre swimming pool, steam room, sauna, jaccuzzi and gym. It is open daily from 10.30am to 1.30pm and from 2.30pm to 6.30pm.


Carlow is a beautiful county with beautiful gardens and old gentry houses. Local leisure activities include fishing, canoeing and horse riding. Keen golfers will appreciate Carlow Golf Club, a 27-hole parkland course, in the beautiful countryside of a former wild deer park.