• The River Court Hotel
  • Kilkenny Castle Views
  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Riverside Restaurant
  • Riverside Restaurant
  • The Riverview Bar

Discover Kilkenny from your Doorstep

Discover Kilkenny from your Doorstep

There is so much to see and do in Kilkenny City and County, and located On The Banks Of The River Nore In The Heart Of The Medieval City Of Kilkenny, the Kilkenny River Court Hotel is the perfect base to explore.

With magnificent views of the city's 12th-century Kilkenny Castle, The Kilkenny River Court Hotel has a quiet location set in a private courtyard and conveniently situated back from the busy Kilkenny streets. The main shopping areas, theatres, entertainment, tourist attractions and Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile are all close by right on the hotel’s doorstep

Each of our large and comfortable guestrooms ensure a restful night’s sleep, and we offer select guestrooms overlooking the River Nore and some with stunning views of Kilkenny Castle.   

 

Experience Authentic Irish Cuisine

Guests can dine at the award-winning Riverside Restaurant and Riverview Bar which offer beautiful settings with views of Kilkenny Castle and an exquisite array of authentic cuisine to create a memorable dining experience.

We serve a delicious array of Bistro food throughout the day and evening, from salads, steaks, burgers, sandwiches and lots more not forgetting our tempting desserts and coffees. During the warmer days the outdoor Terrace area is alive with both residents and locals alike due to its stunning location on the water's edge. 

Or for something special, guests can enjoy decadent Afternoon Tea with the best views in the City.

 

Travel with Ease 

The Medieval City couldn’t be easier to get to - only 90 minutes from Dublin, two hours from Cork and three hours away from Belfast.

With it’s central location, Kilkenny City is the perfect place to start from if you are exploring the Irish countryside by car, or avail of the many regular train and bus routes to Kilkenny. Kilkenny River Court Hotel is only 5-minutes walk from the train station.