Butler House Hotel - Kilkenny
52.648808, -7.250819Overview
Historic 18th-century boutique hotel adjacent to Kilkenny Castle with private walled garden access
Amenities
Butler House offers free private parking on site, a lift to all floors, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests have exclusive access to a private pathway from the garden directly into Kilkenny Castle grounds. The property also provides secure bike storage and a sun terrace with outdoor furniture.
Rooms
Butler House Kilkenny offers spacious rooms with original Georgian features, many overlooking the walled garden and castle. The Lady Eleanor Suite and the Sir Walter Suite provide large living areas and castle views. All rooms include handmade soap company toiletries and hypoallergenic bedding.
Location
Butler House Hotel Kilkenny is a 5-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and St. Mary's Cathedral. Kilkenny Railway Station is 1 km away, and the Medieval Mile Museum is a short stroll. The hotel's garden gate opens directly to the castle side entrance, offering a unique shortcut.
Dining
A complimentary full Irish breakfast is served each morning using locally sourced ingredients. The Garden View Bar offers afternoon cream tea and a selection of Irish whiskeys. Breakfast includes made-to-order options like Eggs Benedict and French toast with fresh scones.
Family-Friendly
The Butler House's Fairy Door Trail provides a fun scavenger hunt for children throughout the garden. Family rooms are available with garden views and extra space for up to three adults. Babysitting services can be arranged through the 24-hour front desk.
- Location: Adjacent to Kilkenny Castle with private garden access
- Rooms: Suites with castle views (Lady Eleanor, Sir Walter)
- Dining: Full Irish breakfast with locally sourced ingredients
- Family: Fairy Door Trail scavenger hunt for children
- Parking: Free private on-site parking
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Sports & Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room view
- Garden view
- City view
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Butler House Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 136 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 600 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 55.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Waterford, WAT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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