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1. Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

2. Travelodge Waterford

3. The Horse And Hound Hotel

4. O'Shea'S Hotel

Cheap Dog Friendly Hotels in Kilkenny

5. Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux

6. Cashel Palace Hotel

7. Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens

Dog Friendly Hotels Downtown Kilkenny

8. Courtyard Cottage

9. The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens

10. Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House

Best Dog Friendly Hotels in Kilkenny

  • Best-rated
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Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

Smithsland South, Springhill
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Pet amenities available
8.3
1226 reviews
~ US$62 / night

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Pet amenities available

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

8.3
1226 reviews
From US$ 62 / night

Dog friendly hotels near Kilkenny

  • Popular choice
  • Beach access
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Travelodge Waterford

Cork Road (R680)
45.8 km (28.5 mi) from Kilkenny
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf course
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Providing 86 rooms, Travelodge Waterford hotel is around a 20-minute walk from the Restored 18th-century catholic Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Featuring a storage room and a restaurant, the hotel is located not far from Waterford Nature Park.

The rooms include coffee and tea making facilities, along with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations.

7.5
1346 reviews
~ US$71 / night

Travelodge Waterford

45.8 km (28.5 mi) from Kilkenny
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf course
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Travelodge Waterford

Providing 86 rooms, Travelodge Waterford hotel is around a 20-minute walk from the Restored 18th-century catholic Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Featuring a storage room and a restaurant, the hotel is located not far from Waterford Nature Park.

The rooms include coffee and tea making facilities, along with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations.

7.5
1346 reviews
From US$ 71 / night

Cheap Dog Friendly Hotels in Kilkenny

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The Horse And Hound Hotel

Ballinaboola, Foulksmills
42.1 km (26.2 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Billiard tables
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Featuring spacious rooms and an à la carte restaurant, The Horse And Hound Hotel Ballynabola is 10 minutes' drive from Carrickbyrne Hill. A stylish design combined with friendly service distinguishes this hotel.

The hotel offers rooms with a seating area featuring ironing equipment, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom.

8.2
586 reviews
~ US$151 / night

The Horse And Hound Hotel

42.1 km (26.2 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Billiard tables
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

The Horse And Hound Hotel

Featuring spacious rooms and an à la carte restaurant, The Horse And Hound Hotel Ballynabola is 10 minutes' drive from Carrickbyrne Hill. A stylish design combined with friendly service distinguishes this hotel.

The hotel offers rooms with a seating area featuring ironing equipment, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom.

8.2
586 reviews
From US$ 151 / night
  • Beach access
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O'Shea'S Hotel

Strand Street
55.3 km (34.4 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Featuring a luggage room and a restaurant, the 3-star O'Shea'S Hotel Tramore is located a few moments from Copper Coast Mini Farm. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tramore, including Tramore Beach, which is merely 550 metres away.

The property features 25 rooms with a multi-channel TV, as well as coffee and tea makers. The rooms also have en-suite bathrooms. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at the O'Shea'S.

7.6
743 reviews
~ US$153 / night

O'Shea'S Hotel

55.3 km (34.4 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

O'Shea'S Hotel

Featuring a luggage room and a restaurant, the 3-star O'Shea'S Hotel Tramore is located a few moments from Copper Coast Mini Farm. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tramore, including Tramore Beach, which is merely 550 metres away.

The property features 25 rooms with a multi-channel TV, as well as coffee and tea makers. The rooms also have en-suite bathrooms. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at the O'Shea'S.

7.6
743 reviews
From US$ 153 / night

Dog Friendly Hotels Downtown Kilkenny

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Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux

Courtown Road R742
65.7 km (40.8 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Mini-bar
  • Live entertainment
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Situated a 19-minute walk from Banoge, Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux Gorey offers 19 rooms. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and conference equipment and a photocopy machine for those arriving on business.

Certain rooms have an adjoining terrace and a mini-kitchen for your convenience. They are equipped with an electric kettle, a fridge, and kitchenware. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower as well as a hairdryer and bath sheets for guests' extra comfort. Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux also offers a large apartment with a kitchenette including a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and refrigerators.

9.6
49 reviews
~ US$509 / night

Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux

65.7 km (40.8 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Mini-bar
  • Live entertainment
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux

Situated a 19-minute walk from Banoge, Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux Gorey offers 19 rooms. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and conference equipment and a photocopy machine for those arriving on business.

Certain rooms have an adjoining terrace and a mini-kitchen for your convenience. They are equipped with an electric kettle, a fridge, and kitchenware. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower as well as a hairdryer and bath sheets for guests' extra comfort. Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux also offers a large apartment with a kitchenette including a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and refrigerators.

9.6
49 reviews
From US$ 509 / night
  • Guest favorite
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Cashel Palace Hotel

Main Street
45.9 km (28.5 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Infinity pool
  • Pet amenities available

Situated just 150 metres from the 13th century Rock of Cashel Cathedral, the 5-star Cashel Palace Hotel is furnished with vaulted ceilings and offers a barber shop and a restaurant. This Cashel hotel is found about a 10-minute ride from Ballyowen House, offering a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath.

A mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making equipment along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-friendly rooms at this Cashel hotel. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. Offering a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also appointed with hair dryers and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy views of the garden.

8.9
55 reviews
~ US$559 / night

Cashel Palace Hotel

45.9 km (28.5 mi) from Kilkenny
  • In-room breakfast
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Infinity pool
  • Pet amenities available

Cashel Palace Hotel

Situated just 150 metres from the 13th century Rock of Cashel Cathedral, the 5-star Cashel Palace Hotel is furnished with vaulted ceilings and offers a barber shop and a restaurant. This Cashel hotel is found about a 10-minute ride from Ballyowen House, offering a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath.

A mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making equipment along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-friendly rooms at this Cashel hotel. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. Offering a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also appointed with hair dryers and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy views of the garden.

8.9
55 reviews
From US$ 559 / night
  • Private beach
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Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens

Great Island, Campile
43.4 km (26.9 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Live entertainment
  • Pet amenities available

Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens Hotel New Ross sits only a 5-minute walk from Kilmokea Country House and Gardens and offers baggage storage and a gift shop. Guests will enjoy Wi-Fi in the rooms and an indoor swimming pool on site.

Bathrooms offer a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets.

8.6
12 reviews
~ US$377 / night

Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens

43.4 km (26.9 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Live entertainment
  • Pet amenities available

Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens

Kilmokea Country Manor & Gardens Hotel New Ross sits only a 5-minute walk from Kilmokea Country House and Gardens and offers baggage storage and a gift shop. Guests will enjoy Wi-Fi in the rooms and an indoor swimming pool on site.

Bathrooms offer a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets.

8.6
12 reviews
From US$ 377 / night
  • Great deal
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Courtyard Cottage

Rathvilly Germaines
45.1 km (28.0 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Located about 25 minutes' walk from Haroldstown Dolmen, Courtyard Cottage Rathvilly hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Rathvilly. Enhancing the overall experience, the hotel showcases a garden equipped with a patio area.

Courtyard Cottage

45.1 km (28.0 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Courtyard Cottage

Located about 25 minutes' walk from Haroldstown Dolmen, Courtyard Cottage Rathvilly hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Rathvilly. Enhancing the overall experience, the hotel showcases a garden equipped with a patio area.

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The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens

Mount Congreve Gardens
46.1 km (28.6 mi) from Kilkenny
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Situated 3.8 km from the prehistoric Gaulstown Portal Tomb, The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens Waterford hotel features a restaurant.

They also come with private bathrooms.

The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens

46.1 km (28.6 mi) from Kilkenny
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens

Situated 3.8 km from the prehistoric Gaulstown Portal Tomb, The Forest At Mount Congreve Gardens Waterford hotel features a restaurant.

They also come with private bathrooms.

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Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House

Inch House
42.9 km (26.6 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Concierge desk
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry
  • Fitness centre
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Situated within 10 minutes' drive of Stradbally Steam Museum, the 5-star Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House Port Laoise hotel offers proximity to various city highlights.

Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House

42.9 km (26.6 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Concierge desk
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry
  • Fitness centre
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House

Situated within 10 minutes' drive of Stradbally Steam Museum, the 5-star Inch House Ireland - Guest Rooms & Entire House Port Laoise hotel offers proximity to various city highlights.

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Preston House Boutique

Main St
29.5 km (18.3 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • In-room safe
  • Tennis court
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

The 4-star Preston House Boutique Hotel Abbeyleix is located around 10 minutes on foot from Heritage House Museum and features guided tour service to help you get the most out of your trip. Featuring a convenience store and a lobby area, this Abbeyleix hotel is in the vicinity of Church of the Most Holy Rosary.

Preston House Boutique

29.5 km (18.3 mi) from Kilkenny
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • In-room safe
  • Tennis court
  • Pets allowed
    Charges may apply

Preston House Boutique

The 4-star Preston House Boutique Hotel Abbeyleix is located around 10 minutes on foot from Heritage House Museum and features guided tour service to help you get the most out of your trip. Featuring a convenience store and a lobby area, this Abbeyleix hotel is in the vicinity of Church of the Most Holy Rosary.

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Dog Friendly Hotels in Kilkenny, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hoban Hotel Kilkenny

8.3 / 10

(1226 Reviews)

From 62$
Travelodge Waterford

7.5 / 10

(1346 Reviews)

From 71$
The Horse And Hound Hotel

8.2 / 10

(586 Reviews)

From 151$
O'Shea'S Hotel

7.6 / 10

(743 Reviews)

From 153$
Marlfield House Hotel Relais Et Chateaux

9.6 / 10

(49 Reviews)

From 509$

Frequently Asked Questions

Which dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny offer easy access to the city center?

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny and The Horse And Hound Hotel are both pet-friendly and located near the city center. They make it simple for you and your dog to enjoy local attractions together.

Tip:

Choose Hoban Hotel if you want to explore the Smithwick's Experience - it's just a 10-minute walk to the brewery from there.

What are some dog-friendly hotels near Kilkenny attractions?

Consider staying at the Horse And Hound Hotel, which is close to historic sites like Kilkenny Castle. This hotel welcomes pets and has ample outdoor space for walks.

Tip:

Walk to Kilkenny Castle through the nearby gardens; this scenic route is a little under a mile and perfect for enjoying fresh air with your dog.

Where can I find spacious dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny for families?

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny is ideal for families with dogs, offering spacious family rooms and pet-friendly policies. This hotel features interconnected rooms for larger families.

Tip:

Book a family room with pet-friendly accommodations to ensure everyone has space to relax together after a busy day exploring.

Are there any dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny with outdoor dining options?

The Horse And Hound Hotel offers outdoor dining where you can enjoy meals with your pet. Relaxing in their gardens makes it easy to include your furry friend in your dining experience.

Tip:

Dine outside during weekdays for a quieter atmosphere, allowing your dog to feel more at ease while you enjoy your meal.

Which dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny are budget-friendly?

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny provides affordable pet-friendly accommodations with modern amenities. It's a great choice for budget-conscious travelers needing space for their pets.

Tip:

Book directly through the hotel's website to find the best rates and possible additional discounts for longer stays.

What dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny provide quick access to parks?

Hoban Hotel Kilkenny is conveniently located near several parks like the People's Park. It's a great place for you and your dog to stretch your legs and enjoy nature.

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Make your walk more enjoyable by visiting the park early in the morning - it tends to be less crowded, ideal for a peaceful stroll.

Which dog-friendly hotels in Kilkenny provide pet amenities?

Both the Horse And Hound Hotel and Hoban Hotel Kilkenny offer amenities like dog beds and bowls. They make your pet's stay comfortable and convenient.

Tip:

Ask for pet amenities at check-in to ensure your dog has everything they need for a pleasant stay.

How can I make the most of my visit to Kilkenny with a dog?

Explore the city's beautiful walking trails and parks, like the People's Park and Kilkenny Castle grounds, which are both dog-friendly. These sites make it easy to enjoy fresh air without leaving your pet behind.

Tip:

Plan your walks in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid peak crowds, making it more comfortable for your dog.

What local events in Kilkenny welcome dogs?

Kilkenny hosts its annual Cat Laughs Comedy Festival in early June, which often welcomes pets in many outdoor venues. It's a fun atmosphere for both you and your four-legged friend.

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Check the festival schedule ahead and plan to visit popular outdoor venues like pubs that are pet-friendly.

How do I find pet-friendly restaurants in Kilkenny?

Many restaurants in Kilkenny are pet-friendly, especially those with outdoor seating areas. Check out places like the Hotel Kilkenny's restaurant for a relaxed dining experience with your dog.

Tip:

Explore restaurants after 5pm; the atmosphere is typically quieter, making it more enjoyable for dining with your pet.

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