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Stay at Clubhouse Hotel | Historic Accommodation
Established in 1797, Clubhouse Hotel stands as the city's oldest hotel, blending historic Georgian architecture with modern amenities. Our family has proudly managed this iconic property since 1977, ensuring guests experience the warmth of traditional Irish hospitality combined with contemporary comforts. With 37 beautifully refurbished en-suite bedrooms, an elegantly restored restaurant, and dedicated event spaces, we cater to families, couples, business travellers, and event organisers.Located in the heart of Kilkenny, just two minutes from Kilkenny Castle, our hotel offers easy access to the city's attractions, complemented by free private parking and high-speed WiFi. Our team, passionate about delivering exceptional service, takes pride in sharing local knowledge to enhance your stay. From intimate weddings to business conferences, we provide tailored solutions, ensuring every guest feels at home while immersed in the rich heritage of this medieval city.
Services
Accommodation
Victors Bar & Restaurant
Weddings & Catering
Meetings & Events
Private Dining
Outdoor Catering
Complimentary Parking
High-Speed WiFi
Group Bookings
Gift Vouchers
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of family-run hospitality expertise in Kilkenny.
- Our central location provides easy access to Kilkenny Castle and the Medieval Mile.
- We combine historic Georgian architecture with modern amenities like high-speed WiFi.
- Our dedicated team ensures personalised service for every guest.
- We provide complimentary private parking in Kilkenny's busy city centre.
Services
Accommodation
Our 37 refurbished en-suite rooms blend historic Georgian charm with modern comforts like air conditioning and high-speed WiFi. Located in central Kilkenny, guests enjoy proximity to Kilkenny Castle and the Medieval Mile. Each room offers crisp linen, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities for a comfortable stay.
Victors Bar & Restaurant
Serving fresh fish, steaks, and slow-roasted meats daily from 12:30pm, our restaurant combines old-world charm with modern culinary techniques. Guests enjoy meals in a historic setting adorned with Spy Cartoons and a Francini ceiling, reflecting Kilkenny's rich heritage.
Weddings & Catering
We host intimate ceremonies and grand banquets in Becher's Ballroom or outdoor marquee events. Our team provides tailored catering, floral arrangements, and event coordination, ensuring a memorable celebration with the elegance of Kilkenny's oldest hotel.
Meetings & Events
Four flexible rooms accommodate conferences, product launches, and community events. Facilities include AV equipment, free WiFi, and custom packages with refreshments. Ideal for business or social gatherings in Kilkenny's city centre.
Private Dining
Dedicated spaces for family gatherings or corporate dinners, offering bespoke menus and attentive service. Located in historic rooms with period features, ensuring a unique dining experience in the heart of Kilkenny.
People
Jim Brennan
Founder
Purchased the hotel in 1977, Jim Brennan has dedicated over 40 years to preserving its heritage while enhancing hospitality standards. His passion for service remains evident through his continued presence at the hotel.
Ian Brennan
General Manager
Son of Jim Brennan, Ian now leads the hotel, continuing the family tradition of excellence. With deep local knowledge, he ensures the hotel maintains its reputation as Kilkenny's premier historic accommodation.
Questions
What makes The Club House Hotel Kilkenny unique?
As Kilkenny's oldest hotel since 1797, we combine Georgian architecture with modern amenities, offering historic charm and central access to attractions like Kilkenny Castle.
Do you offer event hosting facilities?
Yes, we host weddings, conferences, and private dining in four flexible spaces, including Becher's Ballroom, with tailored catering and AV support.
Is parking available at the hotel?
We provide complimentary private car parking at the rear of the hotel for all guests.
Are there accessible rooms for guests with mobility needs?
Due to the hotel's historic nature, we have no lifts, but we strive to accommodate all guests. Contact us for specific requirements.
What dining options are available?
Victors Bar & Restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily, featuring fresh fish, steaks, and slow-roasted meats in a historic setting.
Can I book a room directly?
Yes, visit our website to book directly and enjoy benefits like complimentary parking and central Kilkenny location.
Reviews (6)
Thay D.
Oct 28, 2016
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A good place overall if you're in Kilkenny. The town is so cute and small that you can walk in the medieval centre covering everything you want to see in a few hours and this hotel is located exactly in the middle of it all, a 5 minute walk to the castle. If the place has very good value, is central and I got my stay in a deal's website I wasn't expecting to find a Sheraton neither a cheap and smelly hostel, and this hotel has a good balance. So as mentioned brilliant location: 1 minute from the main bus stop to and from Dublin (perfect), good sized room with kettle, good food in
Karen G.
Sep 20, 2015
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The Beet, fennel, orange and Blue salad was fresh and delicious. We ordered the veal scaloppine which was just okay. I tried to get a Cosmopolitan and was told they don't have cocktail glasses. Be sure to try the Ballilarkin liqueur--delicious!! It is a quiet and well lit restaurant if that's what you're looking for.
Whoy G.
Mar 22, 2015
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Great bargain...great location...great staff...large comfortable room and bath...parking included...a short walk to all the attractions...castle...nightlife...shopping...just fantastic...I can't praise this place enough...the, I can only assume he's the...manager, because he was here virtually every time I turned around is very capable...wonderful time...Kilkenny is a wonderful town, young vibrant with a happening night life...we can only hope that Kilkenny doesn't set the bar too high for the rest of Ireland...go cats!
Davis T.
Aug 21, 2013
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Definitely not the worst hotel I've been here. Not sure on the quality of hotels you'd expect outside of a big city in Ireland, but this was already. Rooms are quite small and the showers are pretty weak.
Brian F.
Aug 02, 2011
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This "vintage" (aka old) hotel is extremely well located for enjoying Kilkenny. It's a 5 minute walk to the castle, shopping areas, and night life. They also have a really nice pub and free parking. The problems here, though, are really bad. From the moment you walk in you will notice a musty/moldy smell which gets much worse as you move through the hallways to your room. Once inside our room we had to leave the window open to try and air things out and yet I still had to load up on allergy medications to stop sneezing and I actually felt asthmatic after staying 2 nights
Edel N.
Nov 16, 2010
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Location: just off the main drag. Parking yes:
Decor; Jaded
Staff: friendly
Food: standard fare
Rooms: clean but tired decor
Overall: Could do with makeover, it has a history which is not exploited enough i.e. once was a gentlemans club house.
Decor; Jaded
Staff: friendly
Food: standard fare
Rooms: clean but tired decor
Overall: Could do with makeover, it has a history which is not exploited enough i.e. once was a gentlemans club house.
