About this property
In Kilkenny city centre, the award-winning Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers luxury accommodation, the new Harper's Restaurant and 2 leading bars. In the shadow of Kilkenny Castle, the Hibernian Hotel is in the heart of Kilkenny city. Originally the Hibernian Bank, this building overlooks the Parade, popular because it's close to Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Centre. Just under 2 hours from Dublin, the Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel offers you traditional charm in this vibrant city.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Sustainability
- Green Hospitality Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Stacey
Ireland
“Location was perfect, the lady checking us in at reception was so nice and friendly. The room was spotless. I’d recommend this hotel!” - Sharon
Ireland
“Everything such a nice hotel excellent staff great location lovely rooms fab breakfast” - Siobhan
Australia
“Excellent location and we were upgraded to a larger room.” - Laurent
France
“excellent restaurant and very good level services.” - Trish
Ireland
“The location was perfect right in the middle of city also the breakfast was excellant could not fault it, the room was spotless and the bathroom and had all the amenities coffe and tea and water and most important for me an Iron.” - Matthew
Ireland
“Location for kilkenny is perfect, walk to all the good pubs and night life. Clean rooms, good brekkie.” - Beatrice
Italy
“The position was great, very central and had a car park (not included but just opposite the entrance). The family room was big and spacious but the sofa bed for the kids had such a thin mattress that we had to put blankets and extra pillows...” - Gillian
United Kingdom
“Brilliant location right in middle of everything...2 mins to castle..canal walk..river..shops..lovely breakfast...nice surroundings..live music in the evening ..large comfy room with balcony. Orlando street car park right opposite..16.50 euros for...” - Laura
Ireland
“Super hotel in a super location. Room was spacious, clean and quiet. Ember restaurant was delicious. Staff were friendly and courteous. 10/10 ✨️” - Vincent
France
“Great hotel, perfect location, breakfast was excellent!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Ember
- CuisineIrish • Local • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
There is no onsite parking available at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel, but guests are recommended to use Ormonde Street Car Park or Desart Court Car Park nearby.
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.