Dein Aufenthalt — Berkeley House
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Das Eigentum — Berkeley House
Berkeley House is a modest, family-run guesthouse on a leafy residential street a ten-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. Its USP is quiet comfort without pretence: solid beds, a proper Irish breakfast in a sunny dining room, and owners who know the best pubs for trad music. Best suited to independent travellers who want a calm base rather than hotel razzle-dazzle.
Chroniken von Kilkenny
Kilkenny grew around a 6th-century monastic settlement and later became a walled Norman stronghold, evidenced by its 13th-century castle and St Canice's Cathedral. The city’s medieval core—narrow lanes, limestone buildings, the 800-year-old Tholsel market cross—is remarkably intact. Today it’s a craft and design hub, anchored by the National Design & Craft Gallery, and hosts Ireland’s top tier of trad music festivals.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Kilkenny-Guide →Die besten Monate
May, June, September: mild weather (16–20°C), long daylight, and crowds are lighter than July–August. Castle gardens and river walks are at their best.
Peak / Festival Surge
July: Kilkenny Arts Festival (early-mid August) and Cat Laughs comedy festival (June) spike demand. August is the busiest: prices rise 20–30% over June. Book Berkeley House many months ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
Late April–early May and September–October: discounts of 15–25%, still decent weather (12–17°C), and fewer tourists in the castle queue.
Wetter & Verpackung
Irish summers are famously changeable: you can get four seasons in a day. Pack a waterproof jacket and a light sweater regardless of the forecast—sunburn and rain are equally possible in July.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Kilkenny
- The Market Cross shopping centre redevelopment is ongoing, with new cafes and retail set to open in summer 2026—check if Nore River walk sections remain closed.
- Bus Éireann Expressway route 600 (Dublin–Kilkenny–Waterford) now uses the new MacDonagh bus station, a 12-minute walk from Berkeley House.
- Kilkenny City Council has introduced limited 'park and stride' zones in the medieval quarter for the 2026 season—parking near the castle is tougher than previous years.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Berkeley House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a rear-facing room on the third floor to minimise Patrick Street traffic noise. The upper floor reduces street-level disturbance and offers better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing Patrick Street; they catch direct traffic and pedestrian noise, especially on market days and weekend evenings.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on upper floors overlook Patrick Street's Georgian terraces and castle glimpses; rear views are of gardens or adjoining roofs.
Quietest floors
Third floor and above are quietest, as the building likely has a lift; ground and first floors are noisiest.
🔊 Noise notes
Patrick Street is a main thoroughfare in Kilkenny with bus and delivery traffic from early morning until late evening, plus pub noise on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Free on-street parking is limited; book a space at the nearby MacDonagh Junction car park (5-min walk) in advance during summer. 2. Request a fan or portable heater at check-in, as three-star hotels often lack central air in old buildings.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Berkeley House
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15-20 Mbps; no login required (select network, accept terms).
No lift; 18th-century Georgian townhouse with stairs-only access to all floors.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (50+ titles) via lobby tablet; no physical papers; building is a restored 1760s merchant's house with original fireplaces in common areas.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available at reception from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged €20 until 14:00.
Free in locked luggage room behind reception; available 24/7 with staff assistance.
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door (request ahead); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; narrow doorways and stairs limit mobility access.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Market Yard (0.2 km) at €12 per 24 hours; EV charging at Market Yard (2 x 22kW CCS/Type 2, pay-per-use via app).
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (no tourist tax in Kilkenny)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates need a €100 credit/debit card hold at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Kilkenny Methodist Church (318 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: St. John's Priory (341 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Capuchin Friary (351 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Saint John's Church (480 m · ~6 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
High Street Mall — 336 m · ~4 min walk
Riverside Garden — 539 m · ~7 min walk
Medieval Mile Museum — 121 m · ~2 min walk
The Set Theater — 291 m · ~4 min walk
Castle Park Playground — 441 m · ~6 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
AIB — 199 m · ~2 min walk
O'Connell's — 53 m · ~1 min walk
Tesco Express — 296 m · ~4 min walk
Kilkenny MacDonagh — 740 m · ~9 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Avoid airport and hotel desks; use ATMs in town or post office for best rates.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted nearly everywhere, including taxis and markets; Amex less common.
Round up taxi fares or leave 10% at restaurants if service not included; tip hotel porters €1-2 per bag.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter or americano from a cafe on Patrick Street: about €3.
Soup and a sandwich in a pub or cafe: around €10-12.
Pub grub main (fish and chips or burger): €14-18.
No dedicated street-food zone; cheap eats cluster on John Street and High Street for takeaway pizza or chippers.
Lidl, Aldi and Tesco all within walking distance; Dunnes Stores on The Parade.
Penneys (Primark) on High Street for basics; charity shops on Patrick Street for bargains.
Walking covers the centre; bus to the train station €1.50. From Dublin airport: Bus Éireann coach to Kilkenny (approx €15-20).
Buy lunchtime meal deals at supermarkets (€5-7). Check for early-bird dinner specials in pubs before 6pm. Use the free Kilkenny City Walking Tour map instead of a guided tour.
Gut zu wissen — Kilkenny
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Emergency Contacts
KilkennyAll emergencies in Ireland use 999 or 112. For non-urgent Garda matters, dial Kilkenny Garda Station at 056 777 5000.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kilkenny, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Berkeley House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · AIB — 199 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · O'Connell's — 53 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Ormonde Road / Kilkenny station → Launard House B&B
💡 Buy a Leap Card at the tourist office on Rose Inn Street for cheaper fares; the B&B is in a residential area so alight at the 'Newpark' stop.
MacDonagh Junction (bus stop) → Daly's B&B (Patrick Street stop)
💡 Exact change only – no contactless on board. It’s a short walk (12 mins) from the stop to Daly's, but the route saves you hills with luggage.
Dublin Heuston Station (via city bus or Aircoach from airport to Heuston) → Kilkenny MacDonagh Station (15 min walk or short bus to Launard House)
💡 Advance purchase on irishrail.ie cuts cost to €7-€9; the station is near the castle so walk if weather’s fine.
Dublin Airport (Zone 14) → Kilkenny MacDonagh Station
💡 Bus stops outside Terminal 1. Get off at 'Kilkenny MacDonagh Station', then a 15-minute walk up Wolfe Tone Street to Leggetsrath. Buy tickets on the app for €2 less.
Dublin Airport → Leggetsrath B&B
💡 Book with Kilkenny Cabs or Unicare for a fixed fare. Ask them to drop you at the B&B's lane off Freshford Road, not the main N77.
Dublin Heuston Station → Kilkenny MacDonagh Station
💡 Get the 09:00 InterCity—it’s direct and quiet. From the station, it’s a 15-min walk or €8 taxi to the house. Book 3 days ahead for the best fare (€11).
Dublin Heuston Station → Kilkenny MacDonagh Station
💡 Book online at least a day ahead for the best 'Advance' fares. From Dublin Airport, take the Aircoach (€7, 45 mins) to Heuston Station; the whole journey is about 2.5 hours total.
Dublin Heuston Station → Kilkenny MacDonagh Station
💡 From Dublin Airport, take the Aircoach (€7, 30 mins) to Heuston. Reserve a seat online for busy times – trains fill up. Leggetsrath is a flat 12-minute walk from the station.
Dublin Airport (Zone 16) → Kilkenny (McDonagh Junction or Ormonde Road stop)
💡 Buy your ticket on the app or at the airport kiosk to avoid queuing. The bus drops you a 15-minute walk from Daly's B&B at Ormonde Road.
Dublin Airport (DUB) → Glendine Inn, Dublin Road, Kilkenny
💡 Book online the day before for a fixed rate; drivers often meet you at arrivals with a name board.
Dublin Airport → Daly's B&B, Kilkenny City
💡 Pre-book with a fixed-price quote via phone or WhatsApp to avoid meter surprises. Rip-off: ask for Pat’s Cars specifically; they know the back lanes and avoid tolls.
Dublin Airport Zone 14 (outside Terminal 1) → Kilkenny Ormonde Road (10 min walk to Launard House)
💡 Book online for a discount; sit on the left for castle views approaching Kilkenny.
Über Kilkenny
Wikipedia ↗
Kilkenny (Irish: Cill Chainnigh [ˌciːl̠ʲ ˈxan̠ʲəj], meaning 'church of Cainnech') is a city in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is located in the South-East Region and in the province of Leinster. It is built on both banks of the River Nore. The 2022 census gave the population of Kilkenny as 27,184, the...
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What are the best rooms at Berkeley House?
Request a rear-facing room on the third floor to minimise Patrick Street traffic noise. The upper floor reduces street-level disturbance and offers better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Berkeley House?
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing Patrick Street; they catch direct traffic and pedestrian noise, especially on market days and weekend evenings.
Is Berkeley House noisy?
Patrick Street is a main thoroughfare in Kilkenny with bus and delivery traffic from early morning until late evening, plus pub noise on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Berkeley House?
Front-facing rooms on upper floors overlook Patrick Street's Georgian terraces and castle glimpses; rear views are of gardens or adjoining roofs.
What are insider tips for staying at Berkeley House?
1. Free on-street parking is limited; book a space at the nearby MacDonagh Junction car park (5-min walk) in advance during summer. 2. Request a fan or portable heater at check-in, as three-star hotels often lack central air in old buildings.
What time is check-in at Berkeley House?
Check-in at Berkeley House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Berkeley House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15-20 Mbps; no login required (select network, accept terms).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Berkeley House?
None (no tourist tax in Kilkenny)
Where can I eat cheaply near Berkeley House?
Soup and a sandwich in a pub or cafe: around €10-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Berkeley House?
Walking covers the centre; bus to the train station €1.50. From Dublin airport: Bus Éireann coach to Kilkenny (approx €15-20).
When is the best time to visit Kilkenny?
May, June, September: mild weather (16–20°C), long daylight, and crowds are lighter than July–August. Castle gardens and river walks are at their best.
Top-Attraktionen in Kilkenny
💡 Start at the weir just behind the castle for a good view of the water cascading over the rocks. Bring a pair of binoculars if you like birdwatching – kingfishers are sometimes spotted.
💡 Go mid-afternoon on a weekday for a quieter look at the original fireplace and well in the back room. Live music most evenings from 9pm—no cover charge.
💡 Music starts around 21:30 weeknights, earlier on weekends. Arrive by 20:45 to get a seat near the back fireplace – the best acoustics.
💡 The walled kitchen garden is usually quiet and has a nice view of the castle from the south side.
💡 Entry to the castle itself costs €8, but you can enjoy the park and the formal rose garden without paying a penny. Best in late spring when the rhododendrons are out.
💡 Enter via the Castle Road gate for a quieter route away from the main tourist path. Best in late afternoon for golden light.
💡 Skip the climb if you're short on time; instead, walk around the graveyard to see old Celtic crosses and stone carvings. Look for the tomb of a local bishop dated 1285.
💡 Enter via the Rose Garden off the Parade for a quieter route; the playground near the river entrance is good for a break if you have kids.