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About the Hotel

Castle Road, Kilkenny, Ireland

Rooms & Amenities

Fanad House offers 12 en-suite rooms with both a bath and shower. Each room includes carpeted floors, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a multi-channel TV. One room is adapted for guests with limited mobility. Secure on-site parking is available.

Dining & Breakfast

A full Irish breakfast is served in the dining room, with options like eggs, sausage, and black pudding. A continental breakfast with cereal, toast, juice, and fresh fruit is also available on request.

Leisure & Activities

Kilkenny Castle Park is a 5-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Kilkenny Castle, St. Canice's Cathedral, and Rothe House. The Guinness Kilkenny Rhythm and Roots Festival takes place in May, featuring live music in local pubs. Golf courses are within a 10-mile radius.

Location & Transport

Fanad House is 1.5 km from Kilkenny city center, near landmarks like St. Canice's Cathedral and the Medieval Mile Museum. Dublin and Cork airports are within a 2-hour drive. Rosslare Ferryport, connecting to the UK and Europe, is an hour away.

Guest Services

Free Wi-Fi, secure parking, and toiletries are provided. The property is family-run and has been welcoming guests since 1999. Staff can assist with local recommendations, including festivals like the Cat Laughs Comedy Festival and Kilkenny Arts Festival.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Kilkenny900 m

Airports

Waterford (WAT) 55.5 km

Train

Kilkenny Railway Station 1.0 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Castle Road, Kilkenny, Ireland

Map view

Castle Road, Kilkenny, Ireland

City landmarks

Church

St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower

1.6 km

Museum

Medieval Mile Museum

960 m

Church

Black Abbey

1.6 km

Museum

Rothe House and Garden

1.3 km

Church

St Marys Cathedral

1.4 km

Landmark

Town Hall

1.0 km

Landmark

Butter Slip

1.1 km

Church

Saint John's Priory

870 m

Gallery

Butler Gallery

680 m

Landmark

The Watershed

1.0 km

Church

O'Loughlin Memorial Church of St John the Evangelist

680 m

Public Building

Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse

680 m

Landmark

Nowlan Park

2.1 km

Landmark

Dunmore Cave

2.2 km

Church

Capuchin Friary Catholic Church

680 m

Landmark

Talbot's Tower

1.0 km

Gallery

The Blackbird Gallery

1.3 km

Church

St Francis Abbey

1.3 km

Landmark

Butler House

620 m

Gallery

National Design & Craft Gallery

660 m

Church

Saint Patrick's Church

700 m

Library

Kilkenny City Library

900 m

Landmark

Ralph Gore

860 m

Landmark

Maudlin Castle

1.5 km

Event hall

The Parade Tower Wing

640 m

Landmark

Kilkenny Whiskey Guild

1.1 km

Landmark

Saint Joseph's Missionary

890 m

Mall

MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre

2.3 km

Landmark

Mill

1.9 km

Nearby

James Switsir

230 m

Restaurants

Aroi

950 m

Friary Street

Blaa Blaa Blaa Sandwiches

990 m

3 Canal Square

Murphy's Ice Cream

850 m

16 Rose Inn Street

Cutting Vedge

890 m

4 Ormonde Street

Ladi's Chimney Cakes

890 m

Unit 34

Abrakebabra

890 m

8 Rose Inn Street

Roma Cafe

1.2 km

65 John Street Lower

The Blue Door Takeaway

1.4 km

59 John Street Upper

Nore

1.4 km

43C John Street

Supermac's & Papa John's

990 m

24 High Street

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Keith

United States, May 2024

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were very comfortable and clean, making it easy to come and go from the property. The great breakfast was a fantastic start to the day, and the excellent location near the castle was perfect. Safe car parking was a huge plus. Highly recommend this property, and I will definitely be back. However, it is in need of a refurbishment and offers very little privacy.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and enabled good conversation with other guests or privacy.

Service

9.0

The service was very nice, provided by the very friendly owner. I cannot fault it, and they still offered a very reasonable room rate.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, just across the road from the castle grounds. It was within walking distance to the main part of town but still quiet.

Dining

8.0

The dining was very good, with meals cooked to perfection. However, it could've been improved by the addition of fruit or pastries.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were great with large parking, spacious rooms, and fresh surroundings.

United States, May 2024

8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were small, but the bed was comfortable, and the location across from the castle trails was unbeatable. However, the bathroom was extremely tiny with no hooks to hang clothes or shelves for items. The front of the house was spacious and cozy.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small, but cozy and comfortable. The bed was great for a good night's sleep.

Service

8.0

The staff was incredibly helpful, especially suggesting family-friendly places to eat like Kyteler's Inn. They were knowledgeable and eager to assist with any questions.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, within walking distance to the castle, downtown restaurants, and attractions. It was a lovely area, just a short stroll away from the town center.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was delicious, with a variety of options from cold to hot meals. The dining experience catered well to different tastes.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good, and the hotel provided everything needed for a pleasant stay.

Great location

Tiny bathroom

Steve

United States, September 2023

8.8/10

The hotel was ideally located near the town with plenty of local restaurants within walking distance. The rooms provided all the necessary facilities, although being under the roof made them a bit warm when the window had to remain closed for noise reduction. The service was very friendly and helpful, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, especially at Kyteler's Inn. The location was rated highly for its proximity to attractions and easy access to the city center. Dining options were excellent and made to order, enhancing the overall experience. Across the road, a beautiful park added to the appeal of the surroundings.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had all the facilities we needed but were a bit warm under the roof when the window had to be closed for noise reduction.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and warm, especially at Kyteler's Inn, creating a very personal ambiance.

Location

9.0

The location was brilliant, being close to town with plenty of local restaurants nearby. It was next to the castle gardens and an easy stroll to the city center.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with delicious made-to-order options and a lovely setting near the center.

Facilities

The hotel offered all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.