Kilford Arms
US$158
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$158
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Kilford Arms average US$113 in the cheapest month (January) and US$173 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$113 |
| February | US$130 |
| March | US$138 |
| April | US$160 |
| May | US$173 |
| June | US$162 |
| July | US$160 |
| August | US$168 |
| September | US$158 |
| October | US$140 |
| November | US$131 |
| December | US$148 |
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Cheapest: January (~US$113)
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a nightclub or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a ballroom.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a nightclub or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a ballroom.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Limited parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at White Oak Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in Irish cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 60 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
A stay at Kilford Arms Hotel places you in the heart of Kilkenny, steps from John Street and St. John the Evangelist Church. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St John's Church and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Shee Alms House.
What's nearby
John Street(0.1 Miles)
St. John the Evangelist Church(0.1 Miles)
St John's Church(0.1 Miles)
Butler Gallery(0.2 Miles)
Shee Alms House(0.3 Miles)
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum(0.3 Miles)
Tholsel(0.4 Miles)
Kilkenny Methodist Church(0.4 Miles)
Medieval Mile(0.5 Miles)
Kilkenny Castle(0.5 Miles)
National Craft Gallery(0.5 Miles)
Kilkenny Courthouse(0.5 Miles)
Smithwick's Brewery Tour(0.5 Miles)
Rothe House(0.5 Miles)
St. Francis Abbey Brewery(0.5 Miles)
The preferred airport for Kilford Arms Hotel is Dublin Airport (DUB)(84.6 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Location
John Street, Kilkenny City Centre, Kilkenny, Ireland
John Street (0.1 Miles)
St. John the Evangelist Church (0.1 Miles)
St John's Church (0.1 Miles)
Butler Gallery (0.2 Miles)
Shee Alms House (0.3 Miles)
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum (0.3 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.3
Very good
Based on 875 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
3%
Couple
48%
Family
14%
Group
30%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Kilford Arms in central Kilkenny, travellers praise the friendly staff, walkable location and on-site bars, while noting dated rooms, occasional maintenance issues and erratic Wi-Fi; nightlife from the bars and nightclub can bring late noise to some rooms.
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What guests think
At Kilford Arms in central Kilkenny, travellers praise the friendly staff, walkable location and on-site bars, while noting dated rooms, occasional maintenance issues and erratic Wi-Fi; nightlife from the bars and nightclub can bring late noise to some rooms.
Many guests find rooms clean and beds comfortable, but the lack of air conditioning can make them warm and stuffy. Breakfast is frequently rated very good with ample choice, though some report average or greasy dishes and occasional cold items. Free on-site parking is appreciated, though access can be tight to find. Overall, it suits visitors who value convenience, good value, and an active social scene.
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Facilities
On-site bars, a beer garden and a nightclub create a lively atmosphere, but can generate late-night noise. Free guest parking is available, though access or finding the entry can be tricky; some rooms require stairs even after using the lift.
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Michael
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was included and was very good, lots of choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Parking at the hotel included. Hotel room was nice
Breakfast was included and was very good, lots of choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Parking at the hotel included. Hotel room was nice
8
Francois-Xavier
30 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Close to all the city's highlights. Free parking. Atmosphere is lively in the hotel bars, with live musicians. However, located on a busy road so it gets quite noisy late at night and early in the morning. No AC so need to keep windows open despite the noise...
Great location. Plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Close to all the city's highlights. Free parking. Atmosphere is lively in the hotel bars, with live musicians. However, located on a busy road so it gets quite noisy late at night and early in the morning. No AC so need to keep windows open despite the noise...
8
Jason
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is in a great location and secured parking for our rental car. Overall it's a nice hotel and friendly staff. The only complaint we had was that we had to take an elevator up only to have to take our suitcases by hand down a large flight of stairs.
Hotel is in a great location and secured parking for our rental car. Overall it's a nice hotel and friendly staff. The only complaint we had was that we had to take an elevator up only to have to take our suitcases by hand down a large flight of stairs.
8
Sharon
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room. Excellent parking and walkable to attractions, shopping and restaurants. Onsite restaurant was good for a fast meal. The only problem is that there is some music from the bar down below the rooms and noise from people in the hall. This wasn't a huge deal for us because we were tired and slept through most of it. Wouldn't be great if you were a light sleeper and wanted an early night.
Comfortable room. Excellent parking and walkable to attractions, shopping and restaurants. Onsite restaurant was good for a fast meal. The only problem is that there is some music from the bar down below the rooms and noise from people in the hall. This wasn't a huge deal for us because we were tired and slept through most of it. Wouldn't be great if you were a light sleeper and wanted an early night.
8
Deanna Fae
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was a bit old and run down but clean enough and comfortable, location is fantastic. My only complaint is we didn’t realize there was a night club at the property and on Saturday night there was very loud music until 3am so bare this in mind if you’re going over a weekend
Hotel was a bit old and run down but clean enough and comfortable, location is fantastic. My only complaint is we didn’t realize there was a night club at the property and on Saturday night there was very loud music until 3am so bare this in mind if you’re going over a weekend
8
Ian
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
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Arnd
18 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Praktisch gelegenes Hotel mit klassischer, aber gepflegter Einrichtung. Allerdings etwas verwinkelt, ich musste trotz Fahrstuhl nach oben (nicht wenige) Treppen wieder nach unten steigen. Das Frühstück wurde im mittelalterlichen Speisesaal des Restaurants aufgetischt.
Praktisch gelegenes Hotel mit klassischer, aber gepflegter Einrichtung. Allerdings etwas verwinkelt, ich musste trotz Fahrstuhl nach oben (nicht wenige) Treppen wieder nach unten steigen. Das Frühstück wurde im mittelalterlichen Speisesaal des Restaurants aufgetischt.
8
Angela
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Large hotel with multiple bars. Rooms are quiet, clean and comfortable. Had a delicious smoked salmon salad for lunch. Friendly staff. A little dated but that’s part of its charm! Parking behind the hotel is free for guests.
Large hotel with multiple bars. Rooms are quiet, clean and comfortable. Had a delicious smoked salmon salad for lunch. Friendly staff. A little dated but that’s part of its charm! Parking behind the hotel is free for guests.
10
Anne-Marie
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel, greeted by friendly staff and shown to room. Very spacious and clean room with all the required amenities. Fantastic breakfast. The hotel is on the Main Street among all the popular bars and restaurants so it is very noisy at nighttime so be prepared. Will be back again hopefully very soon.
Excellent hotel, greeted by friendly staff and shown to room. Very spacious and clean room with all the required amenities. Fantastic breakfast. The hotel is on the Main Street among all the popular bars and restaurants so it is very noisy at nighttime so be prepared. Will be back again hopefully very soon.
10
Mairead
1 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Milford Arms is a traditional Hotel with a great bar & restaurant. Car parking at the back of the property is free for clients which is a bonus. Breakfast was excellent with choice for vegetarians. The evening menu again had lots of choice for meat/ fish eaters, & vegetarian choices. The reception, bar & restaurant staff were friendly, & helpful. The hotel is five minutes from the centre of beautiful Kilkenny, & near to attractions.
The Milford Arms is a traditional Hotel with a great bar & restaurant. Car parking at the back of the property is free for clients which is a bonus. Breakfast was excellent with choice for vegetarians. The evening menu again had lots of choice for meat/ fish eaters, & vegetarian choices. The reception, bar & restaurant staff were friendly, & helpful. The hotel is five minutes from the centre of beautiful Kilkenny, & near to attractions.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are generally clean with housekeeping praised in many reviews. Some guests note dated bathrooms, occasional odors or missed details (e.g., moldy grout or dirty windows).
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Lisa
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is in a good location in Kilkenny. The folks working the bar downstairs were really nice. The front desk staff wasn’t very friendly. The whole place is run down and my room in particular was very old and could use a good scrub. There wasn’t air conditioning, just a fan. Overall not a bad stay, but nothing nice.
This place is in a good location in Kilkenny. The folks working the bar downstairs were really nice. The front desk staff wasn’t very friendly. The whole place is run down and my room in particular was very old and could use a good scrub. There wasn’t air conditioning, just a fan. Overall not a bad stay, but nothing nice.
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Kristine
7 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stay away from here! The doors don’t close properly. Every time the door is opened it has to be slammed shut. The tub/shower is moldy. There was a huge puddle in one of the hallways from god knows where- for 2 days.
Stay away from here! The doors don’t close properly. Every time the door is opened it has to be slammed shut. The tub/shower is moldy. There was a huge puddle in one of the hallways from god knows where- for 2 days.
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Niamh
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
On arrival. We were told our room was made up. It was not so we had to be allocated another. Staff dealt with this swiftly and were very apologetic. Overall the hotel is very dated. The corridors smelled very stale. Cramped room no bedside lights, dated bathroom. Staff were very nice nice but hard to find at times especially at breakfast one morning and we gave up waiting for a drink at the bar on our second evening as only one member of staff was manning the busy bar. Breakfast not good quality. Fresh fruit on second morning was not at all fresh and not well prepared with lots of skin and stalks left. All meat was deep fried. WiFi very erratic. Not good value for the price paid. We were expecting higher quality. Very conveniently located for exploring the beautiful city and free car parking a bonus.
On arrival. We were told our room was made up. It was not so we had to be allocated another. Staff dealt with this swiftly and were very apologetic. Overall the hotel is very dated. The corridors smelled very stale. Cramped room no bedside lights, dated bathroom. Staff were very nice nice but hard to find at times especially at breakfast one morning and we gave up waiting for a drink at the bar on our second evening as only one member of staff was manning the busy bar. Breakfast not good quality. Fresh fruit on second morning was not at all fresh and not well prepared with lots of skin and stalks left. All meat was deep fried. WiFi very erratic. Not good value for the price paid. We were expecting higher quality. Very conveniently located for exploring the beautiful city and free car parking a bonus.
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Shona
1 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff are very pleasant and helpful and the beds are comfy. Property is old and needs an upgrade. Rooms are not super clean and they are hot and stuffy. WiFi is terrible.
Staff are very pleasant and helpful and the beds are comfy. Property is old and needs an upgrade. Rooms are not super clean and they are hot and stuffy. WiFi is terrible.
10
Jens
31 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Supergodt hotel, stort værelse, lækkert badeværelse, meget roligt og super rengøring. Kort afstand til centrum, og hotellet har en god restaurant og 3 barer
Supergodt hotel, stort værelse, lækkert badeværelse, meget roligt og super rengøring. Kort afstand til centrum, og hotellet har en god restaurant og 3 barer
10
William
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was very clean and the staff in the hotel were very helpful and pleasant to chat too.
Room was very clean and the staff in the hotel were very helpful and pleasant to chat too.
10
David
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, clean hotel with friendly staff right in the middle of town. Easy walk to everything.
Nice, clean hotel with friendly staff right in the middle of town. Easy walk to everything.
10
Martina
17 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were excellent and was so handy walking distance to everything.
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were excellent and was so handy walking distance to everything.
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Angela
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Large hotel with multiple bars. Rooms are quiet, clean and comfortable. Had a delicious smoked salmon salad for lunch. Friendly staff. A little dated but that’s part of its charm! Parking behind the hotel is free for guests.
Large hotel with multiple bars. Rooms are quiet, clean and comfortable. Had a delicious smoked salmon salad for lunch. Friendly staff. A little dated but that’s part of its charm! Parking behind the hotel is free for guests.
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Carol
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. The location was excellent as it was a short walking distance to all of the tourist areas and attractions. We appreciated the free on site parking. The breakfast was wonderful and the beer garden was a very nice area in which to relax. The windows in our room were very dirty and little bugs gathered around the lights at night. It was also very noisy as the music from the beer garden drifted up to our windows and the noise from the crowd there woke us up late at night.
The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. The location was excellent as it was a short walking distance to all of the tourist areas and attractions. We appreciated the free on site parking. The breakfast was wonderful and the beer garden was a very nice area in which to relax. The windows in our room were very dirty and little bugs gathered around the lights at night. It was also very noisy as the music from the beer garden drifted up to our windows and the noise from the crowd there woke us up late at night.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated but generally comfortable, with many noting good beds and some spacious layouts. Expect no air conditioning and potential late-night noise from bars; Wi-Fi and TV can be unreliable, and narrow tubs with clingy shower curtains appear in some rooms.
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Andrea
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Old building so the room was dated but also very clean overall so no complaints there. That said, the mattress basically needs to be replaced. It completely caved in the middle and was hard to sleep in. Also, no AC is fine but having a fan to circulate the air would have been a nice addition. There’s a bar below so it was quite noisy late into the night but I brought ear plugs so it was fine. If you don’t though, you may be frustrated. All staff I interacted with were incredibly helpful and nice! Breakfast was quite good!
Old building so the room was dated but also very clean overall so no complaints there. That said, the mattress basically needs to be replaced. It completely caved in the middle and was hard to sleep in. Also, no AC is fine but having a fan to circulate the air would have been a nice addition. There’s a bar below so it was quite noisy late into the night but I brought ear plugs so it was fine. If you don’t though, you may be frustrated. All staff I interacted with were incredibly helpful and nice! Breakfast was quite good!
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Richard
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is ideal for the city, and the breakfast was great, however don’t discount the noise problem. The hotel encompasses a nightclub and our room, at least, was severely impacted (a family member in a nearby room reported no problems, in fairness). Thumping music until the early hours (this was midweek and music went to 2.30-3am) followed by rowdy, drunk patrons inside and outside of the hotel. We got little sleep over our 2 nights.
Location is ideal for the city, and the breakfast was great, however don’t discount the noise problem. The hotel encompasses a nightclub and our room, at least, was severely impacted (a family member in a nearby room reported no problems, in fairness). Thumping music until the early hours (this was midweek and music went to 2.30-3am) followed by rowdy, drunk patrons inside and outside of the hotel. We got little sleep over our 2 nights.
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Mary
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Right in the heart of town. The hotel is old and could use some serious update. However it is clean and the staff is very good and friendly. There is no ac but that is not uncommon in Ireland
Right in the heart of town. The hotel is old and could use some serious update. However it is clean and the staff is very good and friendly. There is no ac but that is not uncommon in Ireland
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Blythe
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great to have free parking in Kilkenny though the entry to the lot was difficult for a newcomer to find. Our room was clean and comfortable though very stuffy and smelled strongly of cleaner. The shower is so narrow that the shower curtain sticks to your entire body while you attempt to wash. I suggest a bowed curtain rod that will hold the curtain out farther
Great to have free parking in Kilkenny though the entry to the lot was difficult for a newcomer to find. Our room was clean and comfortable though very stuffy and smelled strongly of cleaner. The shower is so narrow that the shower curtain sticks to your entire body while you attempt to wash. I suggest a bowed curtain rod that will hold the curtain out farther
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Lee
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms are a little dated but spacious and clean, pub and restaurant attached are very handy.
Rooms are a little dated but spacious and clean, pub and restaurant attached are very handy.
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Shona
1 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff are very pleasant and helpful and the beds are comfy. Property is old and needs an upgrade. Rooms are not super clean and they are hot and stuffy. WiFi is terrible.
Staff are very pleasant and helpful and the beds are comfy. Property is old and needs an upgrade. Rooms are not super clean and they are hot and stuffy. WiFi is terrible.
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Paul
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
My only complaint was that on Sunday night the bass boom from the music in the bar was loud till about 1.00am. Friday too but less so and finished by 12.30 am. Otherwise the room was comfortable if a little dated and the staff were helpful and friendly. Can’t comment on breakfast as we did not eat the hotel.
My only complaint was that on Sunday night the bass boom from the music in the bar was loud till about 1.00am. Friday too but less so and finished by 12.30 am. Otherwise the room was comfortable if a little dated and the staff were helpful and friendly. Can’t comment on breakfast as we did not eat the hotel.
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Ronald
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Quirky hotel badly in need of an update. WiFi and TV are awful, only one outlet near the beds.The staff weren't rude, just not very friendly. Great location though
Quirky hotel badly in need of an update. WiFi and TV are awful, only one outlet near the beds.The staff weren't rude, just not very friendly. Great location though
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Deanna Fae
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was a bit old and run down but clean enough and comfortable, location is fantastic. My only complaint is we didn’t realize there was a night club at the property and on Saturday night there was very loud music until 3am so bare this in mind if you’re going over a weekend
Hotel was a bit old and run down but clean enough and comfortable, location is fantastic. My only complaint is we didn’t realize there was a night club at the property and on Saturday night there was very loud music until 3am so bare this in mind if you’re going over a weekend
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Andrew
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is fantastic. Very close to all the bars and nightlife but not in the noise of it. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast was huge, (could have included beans though).. Only downside was the shower curtain. It just stuck to you when using the shower making it uncomfortable.
The location is fantastic. Very close to all the bars and nightlife but not in the noise of it. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast was huge, (could have included beans though).. Only downside was the shower curtain. It just stuck to you when using the shower making it uncomfortable.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly and accommodating across the hotel, though a few guests experienced indifferent reception or slow bar service during busy periods.
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Lisa
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is in a good location in Kilkenny. The folks working the bar downstairs were really nice. The front desk staff wasn’t very friendly. The whole place is run down and my room in particular was very old and could use a good scrub. There wasn’t air conditioning, just a fan. Overall not a bad stay, but nothing nice.
This place is in a good location in Kilkenny. The folks working the bar downstairs were really nice. The front desk staff wasn’t very friendly. The whole place is run down and my room in particular was very old and could use a good scrub. There wasn’t air conditioning, just a fan. Overall not a bad stay, but nothing nice.
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Edward
17 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Receptionist staff were very rude and not helpful , they were rude on the phone and worse in person . We wished to upgrade the room to dual occupancy and met with resistance and a 60 euro charge for the same room to host an extra person . It was my first time in Kilkenny and this hotel was certainly not hospitable. For the same money I could stay in a better, more welcoming hotel . I will not stay here again.
The Receptionist staff were very rude and not helpful , they were rude on the phone and worse in person . We wished to upgrade the room to dual occupancy and met with resistance and a 60 euro charge for the same room to host an extra person . It was my first time in Kilkenny and this hotel was certainly not hospitable. For the same money I could stay in a better, more welcoming hotel . I will not stay here again.
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Noel
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were amazing!! I would stay there again!
The staff were amazing!! I would stay there again!
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Niamh
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
On arrival. We were told our room was made up. It was not so we had to be allocated another. Staff dealt with this swiftly and were very apologetic. Overall the hotel is very dated. The corridors smelled very stale. Cramped room no bedside lights, dated bathroom. Staff were very nice nice but hard to find at times especially at breakfast one morning and we gave up waiting for a drink at the bar on our second evening as only one member of staff was manning the busy bar. Breakfast not good quality. Fresh fruit on second morning was not at all fresh and not well prepared with lots of skin and stalks left. All meat was deep fried. WiFi very erratic. Not good value for the price paid. We were expecting higher quality. Very conveniently located for exploring the beautiful city and free car parking a bonus.
On arrival. We were told our room was made up. It was not so we had to be allocated another. Staff dealt with this swiftly and were very apologetic. Overall the hotel is very dated. The corridors smelled very stale. Cramped room no bedside lights, dated bathroom. Staff were very nice nice but hard to find at times especially at breakfast one morning and we gave up waiting for a drink at the bar on our second evening as only one member of staff was manning the busy bar. Breakfast not good quality. Fresh fruit on second morning was not at all fresh and not well prepared with lots of skin and stalks left. All meat was deep fried. WiFi very erratic. Not good value for the price paid. We were expecting higher quality. Very conveniently located for exploring the beautiful city and free car parking a bonus.
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PAUL
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and was cleaned every day. The location is excellent and easy to get to. I'd be happy to stay there again!
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and was cleaned every day. The location is excellent and easy to get to. I'd be happy to stay there again!
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níColl
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were warm and couldn’t have been more helpful. Put me in a room at far end from night’s entertainment, allowed me to leave my luggage for a couple of hours, printed off my travel documents etc. Despite the unattractive menu design the food was very good. G/F options at breakfast. Will happily use again. Thank you!
Staff were warm and couldn’t have been more helpful. Put me in a room at far end from night’s entertainment, allowed me to leave my luggage for a couple of hours, printed off my travel documents etc. Despite the unattractive menu design the food was very good. G/F options at breakfast. Will happily use again. Thank you!
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Lesley
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First time at Kilford Arms and I will stay here again...the hotel is huge! Room was lovely and the staff were great. All the bars/restaurants were good...the hotel looks small from outside but it isn't. Good parking(I did not use) and to walk out your in the heart of Kilkenny...alot of pubs & things to do or see. Love Kilkenny and now I love Kilford Arms!
First time at Kilford Arms and I will stay here again...the hotel is huge! Room was lovely and the staff were great. All the bars/restaurants were good...the hotel looks small from outside but it isn't. Good parking(I did not use) and to walk out your in the heart of Kilkenny...alot of pubs & things to do or see. Love Kilkenny and now I love Kilford Arms!
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Ian
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
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Mark
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff didnt feel very welcoming.
Staff didnt feel very welcoming.
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Lee
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is clean and comfortable, there is parking behind the hotel which is included. Rooms are nice, there are better in Kilkenny but you pay the premium for that. Hotel is right in the centre, so can walk to wherever you want to. Had soup and a sandwich in the attached pub/restaurant which was very nice and the bread was exceptionally fresh. The Irish breakfast in the morning was perfectly cooked and as good as I have every had to be honest, and I have had a few in my time. Overall very happy, fantastic value for money, and I will not hesitate to stay again.
Hotel is clean and comfortable, there is parking behind the hotel which is included. Rooms are nice, there are better in Kilkenny but you pay the premium for that. Hotel is right in the centre, so can walk to wherever you want to. Had soup and a sandwich in the attached pub/restaurant which was very nice and the bread was exceptionally fresh. The Irish breakfast in the morning was perfectly cooked and as good as I have every had to be honest, and I have had a few in my time. Overall very happy, fantastic value for money, and I will not hesitate to stay again.
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Location
Exceptionally central and walkable to Kilkenny Castle, the Medieval Mile, bus/train stations, pubs and shops. The city-center setting contributes to late-night noise for some rooms.
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Jeffrey
10 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,360 nights
This was a last minute book as we were on our way through to visiting Kilkenny Castle and it was a wonderful place to stay! Clean rooms, friendly staff and super close to the castle. Check-in/out was super easy and the interior of the hotel was very unique as it looked like the ruins of a castle or church. Thomas the bartender was very engaging with my husband! Should we return to the area, we would definitely consider staying here again.
This was a last minute book as we were on our way through to visiting Kilkenny Castle and it was a wonderful place to stay! Clean rooms, friendly staff and super close to the castle. Check-in/out was super easy and the interior of the hotel was very unique as it looked like the ruins of a castle or church. Thomas the bartender was very engaging with my husband! Should we return to the area, we would definitely consider staying here again.
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Francois-Xavier
30 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Close to all the city's highlights. Free parking. Atmosphere is lively in the hotel bars, with live musicians. However, located on a busy road so it gets quite noisy late at night and early in the morning. No AC so need to keep windows open despite the noise...
Great location. Plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Close to all the city's highlights. Free parking. Atmosphere is lively in the hotel bars, with live musicians. However, located on a busy road so it gets quite noisy late at night and early in the morning. No AC so need to keep windows open despite the noise...
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Louise
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is in a great location in the center of the city. Very convenient to the Medieval Mile, pubs & restaurants. We appreciated the free parking. The hotel is older but was clean and safe.
This hotel is in a great location in the center of the city. Very convenient to the Medieval Mile, pubs & restaurants. We appreciated the free parking. The hotel is older but was clean and safe.
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Lin
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to train station (about 7 minute walk), close to downtown (the opposite direction), room/ bathroom are big.
Close to train station (about 7 minute walk), close to downtown (the opposite direction), room/ bathroom are big.
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Oscar
26 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alojamiento ideal en Kilkenny, en el centro mismo, cerca de todas las atracciones de la ciudad! Inmejorable
Alojamiento ideal en Kilkenny, en el centro mismo, cerca de todas las atracciones de la ciudad! Inmejorable
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Lesley
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First time at Kilford Arms and I will stay here again...the hotel is huge! Room was lovely and the staff were great. All the bars/restaurants were good...the hotel looks small from outside but it isn't. Good parking(I did not use) and to walk out your in the heart of Kilkenny...alot of pubs & things to do or see. Love Kilkenny and now I love Kilford Arms!
First time at Kilford Arms and I will stay here again...the hotel is huge! Room was lovely and the staff were great. All the bars/restaurants were good...the hotel looks small from outside but it isn't. Good parking(I did not use) and to walk out your in the heart of Kilkenny...alot of pubs & things to do or see. Love Kilkenny and now I love Kilford Arms!
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Warren
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable and a lovely atmosphere. In a very central and convenient location.
Very comfortable and a lovely atmosphere. In a very central and convenient location.
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Ian
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient in all areas. Parts of the hotel a bit tired re decor (needs a bit of a refresh). The bedroom, bar areas and reception were all very clean. Location is fantastic with Kilkenny city centre and attractions well within walking distance. Parking at the Kilford Arms hotel was very safe and secure.
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Sharon
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to all attractions. Clean and nice large room
Close to all attractions. Clean and nice large room
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Adrian
5 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, late bar, good food. Would definitely stay here again. Very close to bus and train.
Great location, late bar, good food. Would definitely stay here again. Very close to bus and train.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for variety and taste, and the on-site pub/restaurant is convenient. However, some guests found bar food average or greasy and reported occasional cold hot items; dietary needs like gluten-free were accommodated.
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Michael
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was included and was very good, lots of choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Parking at the hotel included. Hotel room was nice
Breakfast was included and was very good, lots of choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Parking at the hotel included. Hotel room was nice
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s
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Old room, food was poor but location was excellent and staff were brilliant
Old room, food was poor but location was excellent and staff were brilliant
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Amanda
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were lage and warm. Bathrooms while clean, needed some renovating. We had dinner in the bar durjng the evening and breakfast the following morning The food was just ok. Dinner tasted greasy and the breakfast was definitely reheated as it came out too quickly and was over cooked. In saying this I would stay again but probably not have food.
Hotel was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were lage and warm. Bathrooms while clean, needed some renovating. We had dinner in the bar durjng the evening and breakfast the following morning The food was just ok. Dinner tasted greasy and the breakfast was definitely reheated as it came out too quickly and was over cooked. In saying this I would stay again but probably not have food.
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Alan
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was a highlight. Several really good hot food options on the menu (I had the eggs benedict), as well as cereals, toast and fruit etc.
Breakfast was a highlight. Several really good hot food options on the menu (I had the eggs benedict), as well as cereals, toast and fruit etc.
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Laura
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, comfy beds, and wonderful fruit and vegetable choices at breakfast!!!
Friendly staff, comfy beds, and wonderful fruit and vegetable choices at breakfast!!!
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Pauline
6 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean and helpful, great food and atmosphere
Clean and helpful, great food and atmosphere
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Christina
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The food was excellent.
The food was excellent.
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Carol
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Please provide healthier options on your pub menu.
Please provide healthier options on your pub menu.
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Anne-Marie
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel, greeted by friendly staff and shown to room. Very spacious and clean room with all the required amenities. Fantastic breakfast. The hotel is on the Main Street among all the popular bars and restaurants so it is very noisy at nighttime so be prepared. Will be back again hopefully very soon.
Excellent hotel, greeted by friendly staff and shown to room. Very spacious and clean room with all the required amenities. Fantastic breakfast. The hotel is on the Main Street among all the popular bars and restaurants so it is very noisy at nighttime so be prepared. Will be back again hopefully very soon.
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Suzanne
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location and wonderful staff. Was traveling with my niece who has a gluten allergy. They were able to accommodate for her.
Great location and wonderful staff. Was traveling with my niece who has a gluten allergy. They were able to accommodate for her.
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Stephen
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to all attractions bars & restaurants. The staff are very good but I didn’t have much interaction with many. The rooms are comfortable with everything need.
Great location close to all attractions bars & restaurants. The staff are very good but I didn’t have much interaction with many. The rooms are comfortable with everything need.
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Hilary
2 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I just stayed there over the Aug Bank Holiday w end, the hotel was busy and lively with lots of music !! I was afraid it might go on very late and be v loud, in fairness I could not hear anything from my bedroom. The staff were very welcoming, the food at breakfast was plentiful and really fresh, which is not always the case with a buffet. The pub was big enough to accommodate all and the pint of Guinness was very good. The car park was convenient and secure. It was my first time staying there but will gladly book again. Thanks.
I just stayed there over the Aug Bank Holiday w end, the hotel was busy and lively with lots of music !! I was afraid it might go on very late and be v loud, in fairness I could not hear anything from my bedroom. The staff were very welcoming, the food at breakfast was plentiful and really fresh, which is not always the case with a buffet. The pub was big enough to accommodate all and the pint of Guinness was very good. The car park was convenient and secure. It was my first time staying there but will gladly book again. Thanks.
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Stefan
2 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Bars are nice, especially the one in the old Church.
Bars are nice, especially the one in the old Church.
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Charlotte
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Yes very nice would dtay again lovely staff lovely room linen was lovely and fresh thank you
Yes very nice would dtay again lovely staff lovely room linen was lovely and fresh thank you
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Roger
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and comfortable and clean hotel
Great location and comfortable and clean hotel
Property policies
Check-in
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From 14:00 to 21:30
Before 12:00
FAQs about Kilford Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Free parking is provided for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 9:30 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability, and guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility details may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in the heart of Kilkenny, just steps from John Street and St. John the Evangelist Church. It is 0.1 mi from St John's Church and 0.3 mi from Shee Alms House, with various attractions within walking distance.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.
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- 2026-09-14: 167.07765482276915USD
- 2026-09-15: 178.91454294769287USD
- 2026-09-16: 188.30698790702817USD
- 2026-09-17: 121.72688928352355USD
- 2026-09-18: 231.73779742813107USD
- 2026-09-19: 285.74584439941407USD
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- 2026-09-21: 147.6282830001068USD
- 2026-09-22: 118.11811877399444USD
- 2026-09-23: 117.91621317138672USD
- 2026-09-24: 117.73705649456024USD
- 2026-09-25: 193.4011477481842USD
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- 2026-09-27: 152.52866820236204USD
- 2026-09-28: 116.18941863750457USD
- 2026-09-29: 118.18266885089874USD
- 2026-09-30: 118.33291839664459USD
- 2026-10-01: 109.62592700725554USD
- 2026-10-02: 196.20898723052977USD
- 2026-10-03: 244.9329208303833USD
- 2026-10-04: 108.17635834743498USD
- 2026-10-05: 107.80856331260681USD
- 2026-10-06: 109.18801018596649USD
- 2026-10-07: 109.4961159495163USD
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- 2026-10-09: 223.36414889183044USD
- 2026-10-10: 246.01105995903012USD
- 2026-10-11: 108.32976252937316USD
- 2026-10-12: 111.8223002462387USD
- 2026-10-13: 109.45844692749023USD
- 2026-10-14: 108.94047343730925USD
- 2026-10-15: 108.17635834743498USD
- 2026-10-16: 185.3021036277008USD
- 2026-10-17: 246.01105995903012USD
- 2026-10-18: 108.17635834743498USD
- 2026-10-19: 108.17635834743498USD
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- 2026-10-22: 106.17309327491759USD
- 2026-10-23: 128.03753904453276USD
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- 2026-10-25: 216.43926924842833USD
- 2026-10-26: 108.17635834743498USD
- 2026-10-27: 109.18801018596649USD
- 2026-10-28: 114.60204125072478USD
- 2026-10-29: 113.00497779788971USD
- 2026-10-30: 115.18779054439544USD
- 2026-10-31: 223.36414889183044USD
- 2026-11-01: 107.17472136802672USD
- 2026-11-02: 112.95071805538177USD
- 2026-11-03: 108.75144408214568USD
- 2026-11-04: 108.17635834743498USD
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The front desk is open during the following times:
- Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Breakage deposit: EUR 100 per stay
A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.
A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Room service
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ATM/Cash machine
Services
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Electric car charging station
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi
Activities
Golf course (nearby)
Billiards
Live music
Evening Entertainment
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
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Vending machines
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