🇮🇪 Kilkenny, Ireland · Under 300€
Five of the best hotels in Kilkenny with observed reference rates below 300€ per night, ranked using Booking.com ratings and verified review support.
Guide updated: Sep 11, 2026
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| Hotel | Area | 5stays | Booking.com | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyrath Estate | Kilkenny | 5stays selection | 9.1 | 2,131 | 252€ |
| Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel | Kilkenny | 5stays selection | 8.9 | 1,258 | 170€ |
| Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel | Kilkenny | 5stays selection | 8.8 | 872 | 180€ |
| Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel | Kilkenny | 5stays selection | 8.6 | 1,545 | 185€ |
| Kilkenny River Court Hotel | Kilkenny | 5stays selection | 8.5 | 5,753 | 170€ |
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Lyrath's parkland setting gives this Kilkenny estate a country-house feel, with rooms overlooking the grounds. Eden Bistro focuses on Irish ingredients, while the leisure centre has a pool and steam room; treatments at the separate spa should be booked ahead.
Behind Kilkenny Castle, the Pembroke offers king-size beds and selected rooms or suites with castle views. Statham's serves Irish and international dishes, while Mint Medispa adds beauty and spa treatments to a city break built around Kilkenny's shops and historic streets.
Food leads the experience at Zuni, where the restaurant serves modern Irish cooking with local ingredients. A cocktail bar provides a more casual setting for drinks and light meals, with boutique rooms upstairs and on-site parking for guests arriving by car.
The former Hibernian Bank now houses a characterful hotel overlooking the Parade, beside Kilkenny's castle quarter. Two bars and an on-site restaurant keep evenings close to home, while room choices range from singles to suites for a more spacious stay.
River Court looks across the River Nore towards Kilkenny Castle, with many rooms sharing that view. Set back in a private courtyard, it has an appealing riverside pause from the city streets, especially over a meal at the outdoor Terrace Kitchen.
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Frequently asked questions
Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel, Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel, Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel, Kilkenny River Court Hotel make this shortlist. We rank qualifying hotels by balancing Booking.com guest ratings with the depth of verified review support.
Yes, on suitable dates. Every hotel listed had a dated reference price at or below 300€, but live rates change with demand, room type, occupancy and cancellation terms.
Lyrath Estate currently ranks first after combining its Booking.com rating, verified review count and qualifying reference price.
Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile and city centre provide the strongest sightseeing base, while Castle Road is scenic and central. John Street suits station arrivals and the riverfront offers quieter views. Compare the exact hotel location as carefully as the price.
No. They are dated reference prices used to build the shortlist. Always confirm the live total, taxes, room conditions and cancellation policy on Booking.com.
Midweek and lower-season dates usually provide the best chance of finding the advertised budget. Weekends, holidays and major events can raise prices sharply.
Start comparing several weeks ahead and earlier for peak travel periods. Well-reviewed refundable rooms within a clear budget are often the first to sell.
Not necessarily. Offers differ by room, meal plan, taxes and cancellation conditions, so compare the final stay total rather than only the headline nightly price.
We verify the destination and dated reference price first, then rank the five eligible hotels using a mix of Booking.com rating and verified review volume.
Yes. The Stay22 map displays date-sensitive Booking.com options. Open the selected property to confirm its current room price and booking terms.