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Butler House, Luxury Guesthouse - formally the Dower House of Kilkenny Castle built in 1770. This historical house is situated in the centre of Kilkenny City, adjacent to Kilkenny Castle. An integral part of the Kilkenny Castle Estate, Butler House was home to the Earls of Ormonde, who also built the castle, stables and coach houses at the rear. Sweeping staircases, magnificent plastered ceilings and marble fireplaces are all features of this 18th century house. The house is a combination of contemporary furnishings and period elegance. Butler House boasts seventeen special rooms and suites, all with their own individual character. Designed to provide maximum comfort, each has a modern bathroom, and is decorated with soft coordinated fabrics and furnishings. The balance of old and new is prevalent throughout the rooms – contemporary furnishings are combined with the magnificent original features, which afford guests an impressive sense of comfort and space.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Children's television networks
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Baggage storage
Secured parking
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Special diet menus
Meeting rooms
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
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Desk
Housekeeping
Safe
Seating area
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Bridal suite
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English
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100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
67Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
42Attractionswithin 0.5 km
16 Patrick Street, Kilkenny Ireland
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EBachTravel wrote a review May 2023
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We only stayed here for one night, but wish it could have been longer. Hotel is well located in Kilkenny, walkable to all major sites in town. Kilkenny itself has a lot see, and is a good jumping off spot for other sites, like Cashel and Wicklow National Park. The room was large and comfortable, and breakfast was great. Hotel does a really good job of maintaining historic details of the house, so that you feel like you’re staying in an old manor, but still has all the modern amenities you expect from a hotel. The garden is a beautiful place for a stroll or a cocktail, great amenity. Staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I can not say enough about the staff here. They allowed us to park in the hotel parking before we checked in and they answered many of the questions that we had about the area. Location, location, location! Beautiful large room with window seats and a separate entryway. Plenty of breakfast options which were served in a room with beautiful views of the grounds.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We only stayed one night, but wish we could have stayed more. Service was wonderful, and our room overlooking the Gardens was spacious and comfortable. You can walk through the gardens right to Kilkenny Castle. Would highly recommend the Butler House.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Was really looking forward to visiting Butler House (love Kilkenny!). From the moment we arrive we were welcomed by the lovely friendly lady at reception. The room was spacious, comfortable, clean and relaxing - a rare find in many modern hotels. The decor is fresh and calming - very much in keeping with its surrounds. Shower was powerful and everywhere was spotless. After a relaxing and peaceful nights sleep breakfast was served downstairs - service was great and breakfast was really good! Nothing was complicated - well done to everyone at Butler House. Definitely recommend if you are in Kilkenny
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Super location to enjoy Kilkenny
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My husband and I absolutely LOVED this hotel. It was the best place we stayed in Ireland. First the staff were just fantastic. The front desk staff were so helpful answering all of our questions. The wait staff in the restaurant were delightful. The location is just perfect. You are right in Kilkenny. You can walk everywhere in town from that location. The room we had was so spacious and quiet. Everything was clean and functioned perfectly. There is parking right onsite which is a plus. Also the breakfast we had there was one of our favorite meals of our trip. So delicious!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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What a find!!! Very centrally located - right by the castle. Staff is so friendly and helpful and has the most delicious cooked to order breakfast daily. Our room was large, bed was comfy, they gave us extra pillows and the bathroom had a tub/shower. A must stay!!!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed in the Butler house on a Mid-Week Trip and I must sing their praises! Not only is the house and it's rooms absolutely stunning the staff were Amazing and attentive. Fabulous experience, we added the Dinner package they offer at Ristorante Riuccini which was also an amazing treat well worth the price! Cant recommend this place enough, 3 minute walk to the High street also.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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What a beautiful place to stay. So clean, historical decor, hospitable staff, comfortable rooms and a gorgeous garden. Beds were very comfortable. That's unfortunate maybe go see if they have what happened. Bar on site for residents. This exceeded our expectations!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Super spacious rooms with comfortable beds. The rooms are quiet….you can’t hear the neighbors! Breakfast was delicious..just remember to book your time when checking in. The staff was super friendly and helpful! I wish we had planned to stay longer!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Be sure to take the castle tour with a guide.
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Unfortunately the room we had was awful (room 83). It had a very musty smell and windows were completely dripping with condensation. The bathroom was very old and tired looking, with mould in and around the grout. All of that aside, pipes were banging and clanging all night, every 5 minutes. It started around 11 and stopped around 7am, just in time for morning deliveries on the street which were equally loud. I had earplugs and a pillow over my head and didnt sleep a wink, neither did my partner. We told reception in the morning and we were told they had never had a complaint like that before. We were supposed to stay for 2 nights (at a total cost of 360 euro) and we decided to leave after the first night, reception asked if we were sure we didnt want to "risk it" and stay another night. Pay 360 for sleep deprivation torture? I don't think so. Looked up reviews after we left (our mistake) and plenty of people mentioned banging pipes all night so the hotel sre definitely aware of the problem. I understand it is an old building, but the hotel should be upfront about these issues instead of feigning ignorance. Would not recommend this hotel to anyone.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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US$219 - US$323 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty KilkennyKilkenny
NUMBER OF ROOMS
17
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Frequently Asked Questions about Butler House
Which popular attractions are close to Butler House?
Nearby attractions include Medieval Mile Museum (0.3 km), The Hole in the Wall (0.3 km), and Kilkenny Castle (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Butler House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Butler House?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a desk, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Butler House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Butler House?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Butler House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Petronella Restaurant & Cafe, Truffles Restaurant and Wine Bar, and Indique.
Is Butler House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Kilkenny.
Does Butler House offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Butler House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kilkenny Castle (0.2 km), Rothe House and Garden (0.6 km), and Kilkenny Famine Experience (0.8 km).
Does Butler House have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the park view available here.