THE 'RAFTER'S GASTROPUB, Kilkenny – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Rafter's Gastropub offers 16 rooms with en suite shower rooms, flat-screen TVs, and ironing facilities. Each room includes complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Some rooms have city views. Complimentary tea and coffee are available on request. Rooms range from doubles and twins to triples and family-sized options.
Dining & Drinks
The onsite Irish restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dishes like Angus striploin steak and smoked bacon brioche. The bar offers craft beers, local stouts, and a cocktail menu. Live music plays every Saturday. A complimentary full breakfast includes newspapers in the lobby.
Leisure & Events
The rooftop beer garden has a retractable sunroof and heated seating. Sports events are shown on large screens. Private parties can book the function room for up to 100 guests. Activities include cocktail-making classes, hen and stag packages, and outdoor events like go-karting and paintball.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 1-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and less than 10 minutes from Kilkenny Train Station. Nearby landmarks include the Medieval Mile Museum (0.3 km) and St. John's Priory (0.5 km). Waterford is 60 km away.
Services & Extras
Guests have access to a common-area TV, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The bar stays open late with a night porter on duty. Private event planning includes catering, decorations, and entertainment. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Off-site car park
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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