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The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

County Kilkenny · Ireland

Springhill, Smithsland SouthView location

8.6/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.6/108.6
Location7.4/107.4
Neighborhood7.4/107.4
Value7.6/107.6
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Just a little over an hour driving distance from Dublin or less than 2 hours from Cork, this enchanting hotel in Kilkenny provides the perfect base either for a leisurely holiday or a business stay.

It provides easy access to the Kilkenny Ring Road and to some of the most important tourist attractions in the area, including the city centre and the stunning Kilkenny castle and gardens.

Guests will find a wide choice of superb guest bedrooms featuring a fresh and contemporary style as well as modern conveniences such as free wireless internet, ideal for corporate travellers needing to stay connected.

Family rooms can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children and offer the extra space they need. The onsite restaurant and bar feature a relaxed ambiance and serve a choice of international favourites and specialities. Hotel has been refurbished 2019.

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With a stay at Hoban Hotel Kilkenny in Kilkenny (Smithsland), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kilkenny Castle and Kilkenny Golf Club. This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Talbots Tower and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Green Tourism Program Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
    • Early check-in fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00 (subject to availability)
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

    Polish

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Kilkenny Golf Club 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Talbots Tower 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Shee Alms House 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
National Craft Gallery 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Tholsel 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Kilkenny Methodist Church 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
John Street 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Kilkenny Castle 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Medieval Mile 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
St Mary's Cathedral 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Butler House 3 km / 1.8 mi
Kilkenny Courthouse 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Rothe House 3.1 km / 1.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2008
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Single rooms: 20
  • Twin rooms: 20
  • Double rooms: 35
  • Accessible rooms: 5
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  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
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  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

DB

Buffet Breakfast

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Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 23 m²DBL.DX
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    23 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    23 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE CITY VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE CITY VIEWDBL.CV-DX

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    DOUBLE DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.CV-DX

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

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    Room STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • Room DELUXE WITH VIEWSRoom • DELUXE WITH VIEWSROO.DX-WV

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Room DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: ROO.DX-WV

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 22 m²TWN.ST

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 999–999 • Adults: max. 999 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
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    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Safe

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 999–999 • Adults: max. 999 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Safe

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • TWIN DELUXE WITH VIEWSTWIN • DELUXE WITH VIEWSTWN.DX-WV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    TWIN DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: TWN.DX-WV

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  • TRIPLE DELUXE ONE BEDTRIPLE • DELUXE ONE BEDTPL.1B-DX

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE ONE BED

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    TRIPLE DELUXE ONE BED

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE ONE BED

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    Room code: TPL.1B-DX

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  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXETWN.DX-1

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    DELUXE

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: TWN.DX-1

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    DELUXE

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    Room DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXE • 23 m²TWN.DX
    TWIN DELUXEPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    23 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom: 1
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Carpeted floors
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Shower: 1
    • Safe
    • Central heating
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    • Ironing set
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Hairdryer

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    • Wi-fi

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    23 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DX

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom: 1
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Carpeted floors
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Shower: 1
    • Safe
    • Central heating
    • Ironing set
    • Bathtub: 1
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE DELUXEDOUBLE SINGLE USE • DELUXEDUS.DX

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    DELUXE

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DUS.DX

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  • TRIPLE DELUXETRIPLE • DELUXETPL.DX

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE

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    TRIPLE DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: TPL.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX-1

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX-1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

8.6
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Location
7.4 /10
Neighborhood
7.4 /10
Value
7.6 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2026
Shaun
Good, not great. Staff was friendly. No air conditioning and it was very hot; we opened the windows but that added unwanted noises. Long night.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jul 2026
Heather
Unfortunately there was no
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Lucas
Room is good, breakfast is good, location is good
Business Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2026
John F
Room was very clean but the window didn't open properly. Staff were very helpful. Breakfast was good. Bar was quiet. Dinner was OK could be better.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Luke
Great hotel, very close to town and other amenities
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
James
Good hotel, nice comfortable bed, nice and big. Clean rooms. Great breakfast, good location outside the town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Corinna
Very helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was very well presented and plenty available. Rooms were clean with good decor throughout the hotel.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2026
Shirley
Nice hotel nearby some shopping, little outside/edge of Kilkenny. Overall above average, with clean larger room
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Don S
The hotel was comfortable, well maintained and the staff was welcoming and helpful.
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2026
Michele
We liked the hotel but it is not within walking distance of the city centre, medieval mile castle etc.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Lynda
Great location . Room was large, spacious and very clean . Breakfast was lovely . Would highly recommend and would stay again
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Scott
Great place to stay.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2026
Hans-Georg
good breakfast , friendly staff, missing AC in room, some shampoo/conditioner in shower
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Kelly
Great hotel, efficient check-in. Food was nice in the restaurant for evening dinner with friendly staff (Elaine). Clean, spacious rooms, no road noise.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Keyana
Staff was kind and lovely, rooms were nice decor and clean, and breakfast had a good variety of options to choose from.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Patrick
We were traveling through and it was a great place to stop and then look back over towards Cashel. Enjoyed the hotel had a nice little bar and the food looked great we didn't eat there but I did observe it all being eaten and nice Buffet at a good price with full Irish Breakfast and other choices.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2026
Kim
Staff were amazingly warm and friendly. But although the room seems recently updated with nice furniture the room was dusty-thick dust.
Coffee machine was dirty and the room had a lingering stale odor.
Bathroom was clean and bed was comfortable so I did not make a complaint about the items listed. I just think it’s worth mentioning for future guests to consider.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
trevor
Great breakfast and restaurant
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
John
No issues
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2026
Marc
The toilet in our room didn’t flush properly. Everything and everyone else was very good and very nice
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
23 Feb 2026
Jeffery
Upon arrival, we were sent to a room without power and a leak in the bathroom. The stafd had shut off the power because of the leak so they knew about it but put us in the room anyways. When we were moved, they provided us with a free drink voucher which was nice but when we tried to use it to order a pint, they only brought us a half pint.

When eating at their restaurant, their cesaer salad included carrots which I am allergic to. This was not listed under the allergens or in the menu description. When we brought this up to the staff, they were dismissive, denied any responsibility and told us that we should have informed them ahead of time. We were also charged full price deapite not being able to eat the salad that was ordered.

I developed severe food poisoning as a result and was stuck in the room for the rest of our stay. We wish were could have canceled our second night and gone elsewhere.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Caroline
The Hoban is a favourite stay when in Kilkenny. Rooms are clean and beds are so comfortable. Staff are always friendly and welcoming and the food is great. The Hoban, is fairly central to everywhere. Less than 5 minutes to the city centre and its historic castle and medieval churches, never mind the shopping and dining experiences to be had. Just off the main road for Clonmel and also the M9 motorway. Perfect place to stay while not breaking the bank. Comfort, food and welcoming atmosphere. What more could you ask for 👌
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Bernadine
Great Breakfast. Great walk to Kilkenny Castle & St. Canise, Medieval Mile, Langston Garden Hotel and Roth House and so many others.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2025
Fernando Oliva
We were provided an early check-in and that’s 5 stars rate for me. The room is big enough and the bathroom is clean, though extra coffee pods would be perfect. Hotel staff are great and courteous.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Patricia L
We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed every moment. Room is spacious, bed is excellent, and the shower is amazing! The staff was welcoming and friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Paul
Really friendly staff, good sized clean rooms. Early check in at 10:00 when we arrived early for the food festival.
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2025
Daniel
Location was good. Room was clean. Drinking glasses where spotty and dirty.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Jennifer
Friendly staff. Super clean and comfy bed.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2025
Raymond
All good, only used hotel as a base evening meal really good
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2025
Mary
Beautiful choice everything so fresh
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Quentin
Dandy spot , love it !
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Philomena A
Excellent services and very helpful staff with all our needs. Would definitely recommend and return their myself.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Jacob
Great hotel and very spacious. My sister and I had a great time here. The walk into town was pretty easy and stores were pretty close. The front desk folks were helpful
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2025
Miguel
Great breakfast!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Pierrette
Nice room
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2025
Katie
This hotel was fine, but a ways outside of town and located next to a shopping mall. Set up for business conventions. But the room was spacious, bed comfortable and a good shower. A bit noisy but our room was right above the front door.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Kathleen
Our stay at The Hoban Hotel was very comfortable. The bed was just right, and the shower was superb! I would recommend to the hotel that they install stronger fans to reduce the humidity in the bathroom, and to discourage smokers from smoking right outside the building (our window was open and someone at the front entrance sent smoke right up into our room).
The staff were very friendly and we appreciated the excellent Continental breakfast options.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2025
Connor

Okay

The room was nice and clean with a modern feel. The bed was two dingles pushed together and the bottom sheet did not fit. This was annoying as we were staying for two nights. The bathroom was small and the door automatically shoot at rapid speed which always hit you as you entered the bathroom, this was very uncomfortable especially at night.
Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Sep 2025
Scott
We arrived at the Hoban Hotel in Kilkenny on 9/6/2025 and found a real mess. For starters, the Hoban exteriors looked very run down and old. Like a fallout zone on the side of a busy highway. We examined the room and found old and dated furnishings and few of these. The box frame for the bed had smeared with something brown and gross and the room had a rank odor that drove the Mrs. Out into the hall. Upon further, examination, we realized there was no AC and the windows were cracked open for ventilation. So now I had a stinky, gross, unsafe road noise filled room!
Went to front desk. The initial response from the hotel desk clerk was no refund due to it being less than 48 hrs before deadline. They offered us another ground floor room. Mostly same condtions. Finally got them to refund the price minus a fee and told us that we had to get the money back from Expedia because we paid Expedia.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Jerry
Very friendly staff even when busy
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2025
Kelli
Great stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Anna
We arrived to Kilkenny for a wedding on Thursday. We chose this location because it was slightly outside of the town center, had its own parking and was relatively close to all of our needed amenities. The staff were lovely and while the food wasn’t for my pallet, the rest of my family enjoyed it. We’d do it again!!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
Andrew P

2 thumbs up!

Great staff. Very friendly helpful and knowledgeable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Kristian

Excellent,

Lovely, comfortable modern hotel, excellent food quality and friendly staff.
Really enjoyed our stay.
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2025
Anne

Great hotel

Great hôtel, 30 minutes walk from old Kilkenny. Staff friendly, free breakfast good, a lot of parking, overall experience very good
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Kimberly
Great hotel, with free parking
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
GUY
conveniently situated and friendly staff
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2025
Dawn
Comfy beds
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2025
Lauretta
Beds were so comfy!
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2025
david
Perfectly located, a short drive to anywhere you need to get to
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Apr 2025
Shelly
Very clean, nice hotel with excellent service. The area has limited services and is a more industrial and shopping area without much to see. Nice rooms.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
Grainne
Lovely helpful staff nothing to much trouble
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2025
John
The property and staff were great. The restaurant was very good but would like to see a little larger menu especially for breakfast. Overall was very pleased.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
James
Beside the shopping centre, it's convenient.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Alex

If you're in Kilkenny, this is the hotel to stay a

The staff at the hotel, no matter the job they have, are the best! Such amazing and friendly service. They were very informative on the area on things to do and places to eat. They were very helpful in lining up any transportation needs. I've traveled for years and there haven't been many hotels that could match their level of friendliness and service
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Paul
Only stayed one night but it was really enjoyable stay.
6/10
Pleasant
30 Aug 2024
Leta
Breakfast they offer is good
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
Gary
Value was good, hotel was great, beds were the most comfortable we experienced on our whole trip, breakfast was awesome.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2024
Gail
It was a clean and neat hotel.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2024
Lea
The staff was really friendly, and there are two grocery stores not too far away, but it was not convenient to get to the city centre
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2024
Tim

Disturbed Night

Friendly reception and given a room away from the bar and restaurant as requested. Had dinner in the restaurant - food was fine and reasonably priced. Comfortable bed and good sized room. The room was quite warm and had no means of control. Not sure where the heat was coming from (but not outside). Our bathroom fan was continually on all night. In the corridor was a cupboard with loud and low frequency humming noise also all night. Night staff informed but they didn't do anything. Given free breakfast as compensation but does that make up for a disturbed night?
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
John
Was a hotel who’s staff were warm and friendly…attentive to needs
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2024
yu-ping
A bit out of the way from Kilkenny but a very nice hotel with free parking
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2024
Natasha
Very friendly staff and wasn’t too far from the main town of Kilkenny
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2024
Paul
Close to shops
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2024
Marvin
Property was in a quiet area away from the hustle and bustle but only a 25 minute walk or so to Kilkenny Castle and Medieval Mile. No gym or pool/hot tub however fairly busy so did not really miss them. We asked for a fridge in advance of our arrival and it was provided. Very friendly and helpful staff
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 May 2024
Malcolm
Apart from the house maid not replacing dirty coffee cups and replenishing coffee pods and sugar 1 morning everything was perfect especially the hotel staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2024
Pat
The rooms and hotel in general were up to date and comfortable. The showers were very nice and the coffee bar in the lobby was very convenient.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2024
Janet

Great hotel outside of town

I loved everything about this hotel! The beds were comfortable, and the room was cozy. All the staff were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Chris at the reception desk was very helpful. Jonathon in the restaurant and bar was great and Masimo was knowledgeable with everything from places to go in town, the train station and assisted us with Taxi's.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2024
James
Overall, the hotel was clean and the service was good. However, although it was on a 5-7 minute taxi ride, we would prefer to stay in the city center.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
13 May 2024
Denise
Biggest disappointment is there is no air conditioning and that would have been ok if the property description listed that. For the price the room was tiny, bathroom tiny and roof very stuffy- no fan in bathroom so after a shower the entire room was stuffy and window only opens a crack which I understand is code. Overall the our least favorite stay in Ireland.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 May 2024
Danny
Very good stay
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2024
Margaret
A bit further away from city center but a nice facility.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2024
Millie
We got to our hotel early and the staff went above and beyond to get us into our rooms. It was such an amazing experience with a hotel. If I come back to Kilkenny, I would not hesitate to book my stay here. Thank you for being so accommodating!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Tara
Lovely hotel!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2024
Fintan

March business trip

Top class hotel, great staff who were very helpful at all times..breakfast was top class with plenty of choices
Business
6/10
Pleasant
27 Nov 2023
Karyn
Not worth it. I would have rather spent less and stayed closer to town in a place with better customer service.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2023
Verified traveler
Did not like how the beds were made, sheets constantly coming off showing the mattress, and the bed was just very uncomfortable. But the town was great and so cute.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2023
Teresa
Nice hotel
Friendly staff
Only complaint is the GPS maps took us on a bit of a goose chase on location
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2023
Douglas
We had a good time
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2023
timothy
Clean and modern. Staff very friendly.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2023
Helen

Lovely clean hotel

We really enjoyed our stay in the Hoban, we were able to check in early. Our room was very large and clean. Looked very new and modern. Rooms had an espresso machine which was a nice addition. The breakfast was great with lots of variety. Only small criticism was that the room was very hot trying to sleep and the bathroom door was on a chain and kept slamming so could be an issue if you had kids staying.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2023
Verified traveler

Family stay

On arrival at reception the staff isssued the incorrect room compared to what I paid and booked. Ot took 3 different trips back and forth to rooms until they eventually got it right. There was a language barrier as English is not their first language. The room has no good AC so thr bathroom steams up and room is stuffy and hot. There was no residence bar. Breakfast was advertised to finish at 1030 however there was little food by 0930 and not replaced. The hotel is located in an industrial area and you need a car or taxi to take you to the city unless you like walking in the rain.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2023
Veronica
Perfect location, very friendly staff. Very convenient restaurant. We only had one incident on our last day where my husband and daughter had a run in with the front desk, we were guests and had complementary breakfast with our lodging, the server told them that they were with a bud tour that had just left and needed to pay. They should have simply asked to see our room card to solve their problem but we’re instead rude. These are things that a well trained staff could have easily avoided. Otherwise everything was great and I will stay there again. The location is perfect for those who like being close to downtown but don’t want the congestion. Kudos to the lady who checked us in-she was fabulous!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jun 2023
Suzanne

Wouldn’t Stay here Again

Difficult to find even with a GPS.
Too far from town. Room very hot, fan didn’t work. Ground floor , diesel vehicle outside window noisy and nauseous smell. Talking loud in the middle of the night. Interrupting our sleep. Restaurant and bar adequate.
Staff friendly and did try to help.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2023
Mark
Good breakfast. Rooms good-sized, but our carpet was stained in a few places.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2023
Eric
Nice clean and comfortable hotel at the edge of the city. Good place to stay if you have a car which you will need to drive into Kilkenny.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 Apr 2023
Kathleen
I wasn’t a fan of this property. There were stains in the carpet of our room and the bathroom smelled weird. We think it was the soap but not entirely sure
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2023
Christy
Very pleased with our stay. Easy check in and check out. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast option.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2023
Keith
Hotel perfect for a business overnight.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2023
Bilal

Excellent for Business & Family Travellers

Conveniently located and not too far away from Kilkenny town centre. Ideal location if you have a car rented with free parking. Clean and tidy hotel with late bar and restaurant and retail park is not far away. Staff were friendly and efficient with speedy check in and check out.
Business
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2022
AUDREY
Shower next morning was not hot barely Luke warm, only fault
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2022
MARY
The room was very clean and comfortable.The staff were very friendly and coulnt do enough for you.The water was only lukewarm for the shower and the quality of the breakfast poor.Dinner was fantastic on the other hand.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2022
Stacy
The room was very nice! Updated amenities. Beautiful bathroom and coffee (two types) included.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
26 Sep 2022
Kathryn
Very adequate but in kind of a weird location - industrial park out of town. Not too far but nothing around the hotel. It does have it’s own restaurant. We were sick so we didn’t try the restaurant.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2022
Kayoko
Great hotel with very nice restaurant. Quiet atmosphere, away from center of city. However, it was bit far to walk to the city with luggage and no convenient bus around.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
12 Sep 2022
Verified traveler
Room was located beside a very loud lift which was in constant use throughout the night and morning. Also the ceiling in our room leaked during the night and wet clothes in my bag
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Sep 2022
Kathleen M.
Basic
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2022
John
Efficient friendly staff nice food
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2022
Martha
Enjoyed everything
Leisure Family

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The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
Springhill, Smithsland South, Kilkenny, Ireland

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