Butler House – A Favorite for Families in Kilkenny
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Butler House offers 17 rooms and suites, each with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Superior rooms feature bow windows with views of the walled garden and Kilkenny Castle. The Lady Eleanor Suite includes a king-sized bed, original plasterwork ceilings, and a fireplace. Family rooms have one king-sized bed and two single beds. All rooms have high-speed Wi-Fi, safes, and hairdryers.
Dining Options
The Lady Eleanor Restaurant serves a full Irish breakfast daily. Lunch options include homemade soup, toasted sandwiches, and chicken Caesar salad, available from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Afternoon tea includes scones, finger sandwiches, and pastries, with the option to add prosecco. The Garden Room bar serves drinks in the evening. Outdoor dining is available in The Orangerie, open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can explore the walled garden and the Butler Garden Fairy Door Trail. The hotel is adjacent to Kilkenny Castle and its 50-acre parklands. Cycling trails nearby include the East Kilkenny Route (64 km) and the North Kilkenny Loop (27 km). Walking trails like the Woodstock Loop and Lacken Canal Walk offer scenic views of the River Nore. The Medieval Mile Museum and Rothe House are within walking distance.
Location & Transport
Butler House is 1 km from Kilkenny city center and 60 km from Waterford. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle, the Medieval Mile Museum, and St. Canice's Cathedral. The Ossory Bridge and Canal Walk are nearby. Private parking is available for guests. The nearest major transport hubs are in Dublin (90 minutes by car) and Cork (2 hours by car).
Services & Events
Butler House offers event spaces for weddings, meetings, and private functions. The Castle View Suite accommodates up to 120 guests. Civil ceremonies can be held indoors or in the garden. The hotel provides AV equipment, flip charts, and WiFi for business events. Babysitting services are available. The concierge can arrange boat tours on the River Nore and recommend local restaurants like Café L'Arche.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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