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About the Hotel

The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
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Steps from the Medieval Mile
Great
8.4
/10
4.0
4.1
/5

Providing 111 rooms, the 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel is around a 25-minute walk from the Kilkenny Activity Centre. Featuring a restaurant, this Kilkenny hotel is located not far from the heritage museum "Rothe House and Garden".

Location

The hotel has a quiet setting 2.1 km from the Watershed. The property is 450 metres from the Butler Gallery and within 30 minutes' walk of Kilkenny Golf Club.

The River Court Kilkenny is enhanced by bars and restaurants.

This smoke-free hotel is only 450 m from John Street Upper bus stop and in the vicinity of Kilkenny train station in Kilkenny.

Rooms

The rooms at the accommodation include a trouser press. Some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing desk. Bathrooms, equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, also feature hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Dinner is served in the onsite restaurant Riverview.

Leisure & Business

There is a leisure club at the River Court.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit Kilkenny Castle for stunning architecture and gardens.
  • Savor a traditional Irish breakfast at the River Court Hotel.
  • Explore the medieval Rothe House and its beautiful gardens.
  • Don't miss the Smithwick's Experience for local brewing history.
  • Check out the Kilkenny Farmers Market on Thursdays for local treats.
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
Deluxe Double Room Castle View
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Patio
  • 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
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel Location

The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
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The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
Nearby
Museum
Medieval Mile Museum
800 ft
Museum
Rothe House and Garden
1800 ft
The Tholsel High Street
Town Hall
1100 ft
Church
Saint John's Priory
700 ft
Gallery
Butler Gallery
600 ft
31 Rose Inn St
Butter Slip
900 ft
Church
O'Loughlin Memorial Church of St John the Evangelist
1000 ft
Public Building
Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse
1300 ft
Gallery
The Blackbird Gallery
1400 ft
cnr Ormonde Rd & New St
Talbot's Tower
1700 ft
Church
St Francis Abbey
1700 ft
Church
Capuchin Friary Catholic Church
1200 ft
30 Maudlin Street Highhays
Maudlin Castle
1200 ft
Library
Kilkenny City Library
600 ft
5 John Street Lower
Kilkenny Whiskey Guild
200 ft
29 Rose Inn St
The Kilkenny Way
300 ft
Gallery
The Kilkenny Art Gallery
300 ft
Mall
MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre
1700 ft
Collegepark
Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
500 ft
Gallery
National Design & Craft Gallery
1000 ft
Church
St. John's Church of Ireland
700 ft
Event hall
The Parade Tower Wing
800 ft
7-91 Maudlin St
Corner Tower
800 ft
40 Parliament St
Riverboat Casino & Poker Club
1500 ft
Public Building
County Council Grounds
1400 ft
The Black Abbey 12 Abbey Street Near Black Abbey
Black Freren Gate
1700 ft
Restaurants
Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant
300 ft
1 John Street Lower Kilkenny City
Riverside Restaurant
200 ft
1 John Street Lower
La Trattoria
400 ft
84 John Street Lower
Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant
500 ft
28/29 Rose Inn Street
The Flaky Tart Kilkenny
400 ft
35 Rose Inn St
Ristorante Rinuccini
1200 ft
1 The Parade Opposite Kilkenny Castle
Kyteler's Inn
1200 ft
27 Saint Kieran's Street
Paris Texas Bar And Restaurant
1100 ft
92 High Street
The Grapevine Wine & Tapas Bar
600 ft
6 Rose Inn Street
Indique
700 ft
9 Saint Kieran's Street
Sullivan's Taproom
600 ft
15 John Street Upper
Left Bank
900 ft
1 The Parade
Getting around
City Centre
Kilkenny4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Waterford Airport (WAT)85 min  ·  35.2 mi
Train
Kilkenny Railway Station6 min  ·  1700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Paid Public parking is possible on site.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese, Romanian, Polish, Irish
Year renovated:
2009
Number of rooms:
111

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Kilkenny River Court Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 2383 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
86%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.1/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.9/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 2405 reviews
4/5
based on 5863 reviews
8.4/10
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