The Orchard House

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Orchard House in Newton offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities including streaming services and TV. Guests appreciate the room cleanliness and comfort. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish, seafood, and local cuisines with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are available in a modern ambience. Convenient Location: Located 130 km from Dublin Airport and 2 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, the hotel is near attractions such as Kilkenny Castle (3 km) and Mount Juliet Golf Club (21 km). Free on-site private parking is provided.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Frank
Ireland Ireland
“A little outside town but easily accessed by taxi, or a 25 min walk. Room was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything as advertised. I would book again if visiting Kilkenny.”
Jemma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, good bathroom, quiet location, breakfast good, people welcoming.”
Melissa
Ireland Ireland
“Super friendly staff. Very quick check-in. Immaculately clean room. Very comfy bed. Very convenient for gigs in The Hub. Enjoyed nice meals for dinner and breakfast.”
Kristen
Canada Canada
“The room was modern and clean. It's located near town but not right in it so it was easy to find and there was plenty of parking. We didn't eat at the restaurant, but it's nice that the option for food was there.”
Fiona
Ireland Ireland
“The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean. The staff were friendly. Check-out time was reasonable at 12pm. Parking was available. Within walking distance of the city.”
Höskuldsdóttir
Iceland Iceland
“Everything was fantastic. Super nice staff, so helpful in all ways, even helped me with my luggage. Room was nice and clean. Good internet, comfortable parking. Had both dinner and breakfast and it was both great. I'm coming again!”
Elaine
Ireland Ireland
“Room was lovely. It was very clean and had everything we needed. Nice to have bottled water and tea and coffee in the room. Breakfast was very tasty and excellent value for money. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice relaxed atmosphere in the...”
Kevin
Ireland Ireland
“Perfect for a stay in Kilkenny, easy stroll into town , great value !”
Carmel
Ireland Ireland
“The room was very clean with ventilation or heating if needed. Bathroom / shower was spacious & spotless. Downstairs the lounge / restaurant wsa big and very clean, looking out onto a lovely outdoor seating area. The food was excellent& the staff...”
Gail
New Zealand New Zealand
“We have been touring around Scotland and Ireland and this was the best place we have stayed at. Loved it”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Irish • Seafood • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.