Butler House

We loved our stay here. The hotel is small and cozy, staffed by some of the most friendly and professional staff you will ever meet. They are in the heart of Kilkenny, only steps from the Kilkenny Castle, numerous shops, and lively pubs and restaurants. We had breakfast in the restaurant and drinks at the bar and were so delighted with everything. If in Kilkenny, you simply cannot beat Butler House! And be sure to enjoy the gardens behind the hotel. They are amazing!

Very much enjoyed our 1 night stay in this lovely atmospheric and elegant house. Perfectly located, and parking available. A lift or stairs to go up to rooms, our room and bathroom was perfectly clean and lovely and quiet, Gorgeous gardens attached. The breakfast was an a la carte choice, and was very nice. All the staff very friendly. Lovely stay.

Stayed in the hotel last weekend and was impressed, we were given a room on the 2nd floor facing onto the street. The room was huge with separate areas and the bathroom was down a few steps off the bedroom which was different but cool. Was decorated really well and felt modern. The elevator was probably the slowest in the world but did the job 😀. Breakfast was fine but could do with some better pastries as the ones offered were not great and didn’t suit the standard of the hotel. Just a minor quibble. We left a shopping bag behind and was posted down to us when we rang to explain. Great service and a really nice hotel, surroundings were great and gardens and castle view are a nice touch Would recommend.

This place was stunning! Our room was huge, well-appointed and a had a beautiful view of the garden and castle. Our bathroom was up a set of stairs in our suite. It had a towel warming rack which was a great addition since the morning air was brisk. Our breakfast the next morning was delicious. My husband can't stop talking about his Begian Waffle.

Had we known we were going to be put into the basement room,we would never have booked Butler House. Guests should be forewarned about this room and it should only be offered in emergencies, and at half the price of the upstairs rooms with garden views. It is dark, noisy, with small, high windows looking onto a wall. The guest house lacked atmosphere..no onsite dining, the bar was empty of both staff and customers. Breakfast was average. The croissant was small, cold, hard and definitely not freshly baked. We had to asked for barista coffee, which came at an extra cost. It was very disappointing experience for a Blue Book recommended place.

We had a one night stay in Butler house and arrived late. On site parking is a definite plus and we were warmly greeted. Our first impression at night was a nice hotel, with a fairly large room and bathroom, although a bit dated. Our room overlooked the street but the noise from the pubs and cars quieted down considerably that we were able to sleep with the window open. The Butler House really comes alive in the daylight! This historic building is charming with gorgeous gardens in the back and a direct walking path to the castle. Breakfast was wonderful with several hot and cold options in a pretty breakfast room with garden and castle views. We found all the staff to be friendly, welcoming and professional. We wish we could have stayed another night to explore Kilkenny more.

I love going for lunch in this beautiful hotel . Soaked in history . However , lately I ordered a toasted special which was inedible . Cheap bread not suitable for toasting and burnt at the edges . Hardly any filling . It was served on a small plate with salad and chips . The plate was way too small . The young man who served us was very friendly and swift to serve us . When I spoke the the man on reception about the toasted sandwich . It was obvious to me that he didn’t want to be accountable . He asked me if I wanted to report it to the chef myself . I am writing this review because I know the receptionist isn’t going to pass on my comment . I hope Butler House will revert to its normal standard . The soup was good .