Cheap Hotels in Kilkenny, Ireland

kilkenny castle park image by Peter Helin from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>

Kilkenny is regarded as one of Ireland's best-preserved medieval towns. It boasts a number of impressive historic sites, including monasteries, churches and a castle. In addition, it is known for its vibrant pub scene. Kilkenny has a population of approximately 26,000. It is home to a number of cheap hotels and hostels.

Kilkenny Tourist Hostel

Acclaimed by the likes of Lonely Planet and Let's Go, the Kilkenny Tourist Hostel is conveniently located in the city center. The hostel provides complimentary high-speed wireless Internet throughout the property, lockers, a public kitchen for guests' use, no curfew and a choice of dorms, private doubles, twins, triples and family-room accommodations. It is situated in a historic 18th century Georgian townhouse, within walking distance of several pubs and restaurants, as well as the town's castle and cathedral.

Kilkenny Tourist Hostel
35 Parliament St.
Kilkenny, County Kilkenny
Ireland
011 (+353) 56 776 3541
kilkennyhostel.ie/

Mac Gabhainns Backpacker Hostel

Recommended by both Let's Go and Lonely Planet, Mac Gabhainns Backpacker Hostel is located in the center of town, within walking distance of the cathedral and Kilkenny Castle. It contains basic hostel accommodations, with four beds in every room. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet throughout the property, a guest kitchen, common room, game room, outdoor terrace, DVDs, library, postal and fax service, hair dryer for rent, free linens and a barbecue area. Breakfast is included in the price, and free coffee and tea are available throughout the day.

Mac Gabhainns Backpacker Hostel
24 Vicar St.
Kilkenny, County Kilkenny
Ireland
011 (+353) 86 826 4613
macgabhainns-backpackers.hostel.com

Ashbrook House

Ashbrook House is just 10 minutes by car from Kilkenny's city center. It is a family-run bed and breakfast offering both single and double rooms. Each room comes equipped with private bathroom, television, DVD player, hair dryer and tea and coffee making facilities. In addition, each room offers scenic views of the countryside. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 and 9 a.m. Private parking is available for free on the premises. Dinner can be provided for a small additional fee.

Ashbrook House
Ballyquirke
Clifden, Kilkenny
Ireland
011 (+353) 56 772 6786
ashbrookhouse.ie

Kilkenny Inn

Kilkenny Inn is a three-star property offering affordable accommodations in the city center. Rooms come equipped with such amenities as flat-screen TVs, direct-dial telephones, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary Internet access.

Kilkenny Inn
Vicar Street
Kilkenny, County Kilkenny
Ireland
011 (+353) 56 777 2828
kilkennyinn.com/

Article Written By Zach Feral

Zach Feral has been writing and editing professionally since 2003. He has a B.A. in philosophy from the New School for Social Research in New York and pursued postgraduate studies at the Open University in the U.K. His writing has appeared in numerous international publications, including "Dazed & Confused," "Artforum" and "Think Again."

Editor's Pick

5 Top North American Wildflower Hikes

Springtime brings a sense of new beginnings and new life as flowers begin to bloom and fill the air with their sweet and pleasant fragrance. Luckily we can see wildflowers all summer long, since spring hits at different times throughout North America. See flowering cactu...
More National Parks...
Popular Article

National Park Substitutes: Great Spots Without the Crowds

Coping with crowds at national parks can get tiresome, especially during the peak tourist season. If you want to escape from the herd, or just take a breather from the bustle of bigger attractions, the United States has plenty of less-visited but still worthwhile spots t...
More National Parks...
Featured Destination

Prevent Yourself from Getting Lost While Hiking

When you're hiking you're going to want to make sure you stay found. What I mean by that is that you've put an itinerary in the car, you know the area that you're hiking to, you know the route and the trail you plan on being on, you know what the trail markers are going ...
More Camping Basics...