Love Kilkenny Longer this summer by extending your visit with our exclusive hotel offers so that you can see and do more.
County Kilkenny is packed to the brim with incredible activities and attractions – from medieval buildings and walking tours to unique animal encounters and thrilling activity centres – so you simply have to stay longer to experience it all! As the days grow brighter and the evenings begin to stretch, give yourself time to discover all that Kilkenny has to offer this summer. Aside from the wealth of activities and attractions, you’ll find exciting festivals, gastronomic delights, world-class craft and design, buzzing nightlife and a choice of retailers that will have you shopping ‘til you drop!
To make sure that you make the most of your summer holiday in Kilkenny, we have brought together some of the county’s hotels, attractions and activity providers for an exclusive offer. Here’s how:
Keep scrolling to view the full list of exclusive hotel offers and participating activities and attractions where you can avail of 15% off!
Please note: Love Kilkenny Longer cards will only be presented to guests who have booked Love Kilkenny Longer hotel packages at participating hotels listed to avail of the discounts listed.
HOTEL OFFERS
Offer terms and conditions vary depending on the property. Please click onto the individual hotel’s website for more details. Subject to availability.
Newpark Hotel Kilkenny
At the 4 star Newpark Hotel, we believe in treating yourself. That’s why we offer some of the best midweek breaks Kilkenny has to offer. Since our hotel is situated on a vast, 25 acre estate, we don’t just offer hotel breaks; we offer our guests relaxing experiences. Enjoy Two Nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast at Newpark Hotel and avail of 10% discount with this offer.
- Luxury 4-star accommodation with a scrumptious full Irish breakfast. The Newpark Hotel is set within 40 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens and is only a 10 minute walk from Kilkenny Centre.
- Our Escape Health club boasts an indoor pool with a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a spacious sauna, and a steam room. Guests can exercise in the modern gym, and Escape Spa provides a range of relaxing Aveda treatments.
- Ample car-parking and Wi-Fi is available to all guests.
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Book 2 Nights Bed & Breakfast with 1 Dinner on an evening of your choice and receive a complimentary bottle of prosecco and a welcome plate on arrival in your room. Stay in the heart of Kilkenny City in the 4* Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel and enjoy a luxurious two night stay in this contemporary hotel. After a day out in Kilkenny, guests can relax in luxury and style in our Castle Lounge or enjoy complimentary use of our 21m swimming pool and leisure facilities. Then enjoy dinner and cocktails in the stylish Hoban Bar and Brasserie where a relaxed atmosphere, excellent food and a genuine welcome awaits you. Kilkenny Ormonde’s comfortable hotel rooms offer a contemporary feel, with ample space to relax and enjoy the all the modern essentials you need after a busy day exploring the Medieval City.
Package includes:
- Two Night Stay with a delicious Full Irish Breakfast served each morning
- Three course evening meal on one night of your choice
- Welcome plate in your room on arrival
- Complimentary bottle of prosecco
- Complimentary use of leisure facilities
- Complimentary bottled water in your room on arrival
- 21m swimming pool & gym
- Free Wi-Fi, no password required
- Tea & Coffee & Biscuits facilities in each room
Secure City Centre Parking €7.50 per night. Kilkenny Ormonde is a non-smoking hotel. Bookable until the end of August 2024 – subject to availability. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to arrival when you book direct. A charge of one night’s accommodation will apply to any cancellations received after 4pm on the day prior to arrival.
Kilkenny River Court Hotel
Love Kilkenny Longer from the comfort of the Kilkenny River Court Hotel. Stay for three nights or more and avail of 15% off our best available Bed & Breakfast rates. Take the time to experience the best that the City of Kilkenny has to offer, right on your doorstep in the Kilkenny River Court Hotel. In this vibrant city you’ll find yourself only a stroll away from beautifully restored old buildings and winding slipways, contemporary shops, design galleries and restaurants.
All of our stays include:
- Full Irish Breakfast on each morning of your stay
- Complimentary car parking
- Wi-fi access throughout the hotel
Set in the heart of Kilkenny City, just a 5-minute walk from the train station, Kilkenny River Court Hotel is the ideal location to explore the vibrant culture, history and charm of Kilkenny. From the medieval wonders of the castle to the bustling streets filled with boutiques and local crafts, you are sure to Love Kilkenny!
Pembroke Hotel Kilkenny
Love Kilkenny for Longer this Summer! Stay at Pembroke Hotel Kilkenny for 2 or 3 nights midweek and enjoy a 5% – 10% discount on accommodation, plus 15% off entry to Kilkenny’s attractions and attractions. Get a gift when you visit 3 or more!
Package Includes:
- Two night’s accommodation in a double/twin room with king sized beds, Nespresso machine, flat screen TV and air conditioning – 5% discount
- Three night’s accommodation in a double/twin room with king sized beds, Nespresso machine, flat screen TV and air conditioning – 10% discount
- 15% off at all participating Kilkenny activities & attractions – collect a stamp with each visit.
- Receive a gift from Kilkenny Tourism to remind you of your trip to Kilkenny once you have collected 3 stamps
- Full Breakfast (Hotel Breakfast of The Year 2022 – Georgina Campbell)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Complimentary car parking in Jacob Street car park. Complimentary EV car charging. Free cancellation up to 48 hours ahead of arrival. Secure with credit card details and pay in full during your stay.
Mount Juliet Estate
Enjoy three nights of Bed and Breakfast at Mount Juliet Estate and save up to 20%. Settle into your luxurious room and enjoy five-star amenities, such as full air conditioning, a Nespresso coffee machine and Bvlgari bath amenities. With this package, enjoy the following;
- Three night’s luxurious accommodation for two people
- Full Irish Breakfast the following morning
- Access to the Health Club, Swimming Pool, boutique Cinema
- Complimentary hotel bicycles to explore the estate
- Complimentary car parking with electric vehicle charging points
- Wifi access throughout the hotel and Chromecast in your room
Ask our Concierge for recommendations on what to do and see while here, and get ready to explore the estate.
Lyrath Estate
Love Kilkenny Longer with a get away to the luxurious five-star Lyrath Estate.
Your rate will include:
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- Delicious Breakfast each morning
- 3 Course Table D’hôte Dinner on one evening of your choice
- Free Car Parking
- Free Wifi
- Complimentary use of leisure facilities
Enjoy a 3-night stay and get up to 10% off your stay bed & breakfast package with The Hoban Hotel. Rate includes full Irish breakfast in 1801 restaurant, free car parking and free Wi-Fi.
Our website rate is always a minimum €10 lower per night than any other website guaranteed. Enjoy a complimentary glass of beer, wine or soft drink whilst dining in our 1801 restaurant when you book on our official website. Enjoy the best of Kilkenny by reading our suggested holiday itineraries.
Free cancellation up to 4pm on the day prior to arrival with no penalty.
Please note, payment for your reservation will be processed on the day prior to arrival.
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
Please note that booking and redemptions vary depending on the attraction/activity provider. Details on walk-ins and pre-booking requirements are outlined below.
Castlecomer Discovery Park
To avail of 15% discount on activities, use the discount code Lovekilkennylonger15 when pre-booking online & display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
Castlecomer Discovery Park offers an exciting range of activities around the estate including tree top walks, climbing walls, boating, adventure playgrounds, orienteering and most recently Ireland’s longest zip wire and high ropes challenge. At the hub of the site, there is the Irish Mining Museum, a purpose-built cafe, craft village, and spaces for educational activities. Castlecomer Discovery Park comprises 80 acres of natural woodland and lakes.
Rothe House & Garden
To avail of 15% discount on admission, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
Rothe House is a unique Tudor merchant’s townhouse, built between 1594 and 1610. The property comprises three houses, three enclosed courtyards and a large garden to the rear. The property is a lot bigger than it looks from the street! To accommodate his growing family, on this long, narrow plot John Rothe Fitzpiers built three houses, one behind the other, with cobbled courtyards in between. To the rear is a half-acre garden that runs all the way back to the City Wall.
Hurling Tours Ireland
To avail of 15% discount on the hurling tour, email info@hurlingtoursireland.ie to pre-book and display your Love Kilkenny Longer card before the tour.
At Hurling Tours Ireland, we provide a unique cultural Irish experience for visitors. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, we give guests an opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Irish culture, by attempting our most ancient sport, hurling. You will discover the history of hurling inside a hurling team’s dressing room in Kilkenny City, giving you that up-close, intense matchday experience. Once you are up-to-date on the basics of the game, we take you on to the ‘field of dreams’ to try a few skills for yourself. This will be an unforgettable experience that will always be remembered long into the future. We give everyone an opportunity to take a shot at the goalposts, and score like the Kilkenny Cats so often do.
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny
To avail of 15% discount on adult tour admission, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk or using the promo code LOVESEK15 online, valid until August 31st.
Located in the heart of Kilkenny City, Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny offers a captivating journey through the history of Ireland’s oldest ale, Smithwick’s Red Ale, brewed since 1710. Led by passionate local guides, guests are immersed in over 300 years of brewing heritage, culminating in a tasting of the iconic ale at the intimate Smithwick’s tasting bar. Lasting approximately 60 minutes, this immersive experience is a must-visit for those seeking to delve into Ireland’s rich brewing culture.
St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
To avail of 15% discount on admission, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
St Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower are an essential part of the structural heritage in the vibrant medieval city of Kilkenny. This ecclesiastical site was founded in the 6th century and named after St Canice. Cill Chainnigh is the Gaelic for the Church of Canice, the church that originally stood on the site in the 6th century. The Round Tower is the oldest standing structure in Kilkenny City. Visitors can enjoy climbing the Round Tower capturing great views of the city (weather permitting). St Canice’s Round Tower is one of only two Round Towers that people can climb in Ireland.
National Reptile Zoo
To avail of 15% discount on activities, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
The National Reptile Zoo is Ireland’s only dedicated reptile zoo! Experience the unique opportunity to come face to face with some of the world’s most amazing animals – including giant pythons, monitor lizards, snapping turtles, tortoises, alligators, tarantulas and more. We pride ourselves on providing a hands-on, interactive experience for every visitor through their hourly Animal Encounters, it’s an experience not to be missed!
BoatTrips.ie
To avail of 15% discount on activities, use the discount code lovekilkenny when booking online & display your Love Kilkenny Longer card before taking the tour.
See the medieval city of Kilkenny via the ancient river Nore in a traditional Irish Open-Boat with BoatTrips.ie. Witness the city’s built heritage as you drift beneath its 12th century Castle, graceful Cathedrals and imposing Round Tower. Relax, unwind and drift back to a bye-gone era as life gently slows to the meandering speed of the river. Listen, spot and watch the river wildlife that make Kilkenny their home, including Kingfishers, Otters and Salmon. Explore the folklore and histories of Kilkenny with a storytelling boat Skipper. See Kilkenny as the first visitors did, entering the city by boat; and capture unique castle views, lush river environments and historical vistas.
Ormonde Language Tours
To avail of 15% discount on activities, use the discount code KKLONGER when booking online & display your Love Kilkenny Longer card before taking the tour.
Ormonde Language Tours offers walking tours of Kilkenny in English, French and German. Each Kilkenny walking tour is conducted in one language by John, a history loving native of Kilkenny. John will show you the best of Kilkenny city and you will be amazed by our fascinating history. You can book a tour online and if you request a tour in your language at a different time, just ask.
Hawkeye School of Falconry
To avail of 15% discount on lessons, pre-book online using the code LoveKilkennyLonger & display your Love Kilkenny Longer card before the tour.
At Hawkeye School of Falconry, we are totally dedicated to this Ancient Sport of Kings. Falconry, the noblest of all field sports, gives you the unique opportunity to personally fly, handle, feed and interact with some of our trained Hawks and Owls. We adhere to a very high standard of Falconry and only use practicing Falconers for all our services. Hawkeye Falconry Ireland provides Falconry experiences at our School on the beautiful grounds of Lyrath Estate, in the medieval city of Kilkenny.
Butler Gallery
Admission to Butler Gallery is always free. To avail of 15% discount at the gift shop, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the checkout.
Butler Gallery is one of Ireland’s leading contemporary art galleries and museum’s with a permanent collection. Explore the significant collection of 20th century Irish art, discover contemporary work by living artists, take part in family friendly art activities, and find out about a heritage spanning 800 years in their historic building and walled gardens. At Butler Gallery’s gift shop, you will find an exclusive range of cards, gifts and stocking fillers to suit all budgets. We like to keep it handmade and local as much as possible.
Nore Valley Park
To avail of 15% discount on admission, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
Come and enjoy the fun at the pet farm, a nostalgic trip to the past or a new experience in the idyllic Nore Valley Park. Take time out and stroll around the pet farm and allow the children to play in an interactive and relaxing setting. Bottle-feed lambs or goats and cuddle our chicks and baby rabbits. Other on-site activities that are fun for all the family include crazy golf, go-karts and tractor rides.
Medieval Mile Museum
To avail of 15% discount on self-guided audio tours, simply display your Love Kilkenny Longer card at the front desk.
Located in the heart of Ireland’s Medieval Mile, no trip to Kilkenny is complete without a visit to the Medieval Mile Museum! We tell the stories of Kilkenny’s powerful patrons and inspired creators through the buildings and artefacts they left behind. With a visit to the Medieval Mile Museum pupils will gain an insight into life and death in Medieval Kilkenny, centuries of craftsmanship and artistry and the detective work done by archaeologists and historians.
