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Rafter'S Gastropub

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with restaurant, near Kilkenny Castle

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Rooftop terrace
Family Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $129
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
4 Friary Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 VY62

What's nearby

  • Kilkenny Castle - 5 min walk
  • Butler House - 6 min walk
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 10 min walk
  • Nowlan Park - 18 min walk
  • The Hub - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 94 min drive
  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Bagenalstown Station - 20 min drive
  • Thomastown Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Left Bank - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lanigans Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Field - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paris Texas Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fig Tree Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rafter'S Gastropub

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Rafter'S Gastropub. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This pub specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Rafter Dempsey's
Rafter Dempsey's Inn
Rafter Dempsey's Inn Kilkenny
Rafter Dempsey's Kilkenny
Rafter Dempsey's House Kilkenny
Rafter Dempsey's House
The Rafter Dempsey's Guesthouse
Rafter Dempsey's Guesthouse Kilkenny
Rafter Dempsey's Guesthouse
The Rafter Dempsey's
RAFTER'S GASTROPUB Kilkenny
RAFTER'S GASTROPUB Guesthouse
RAFTER'S GASTROPUB Guesthouse Kilkenny

Frequently asked questions

Does Rafter'S Gastropub offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rafter'S Gastropub does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rafter'S Gastropub?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rafter'S Gastropub?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Rafter'S Gastropub.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rafter'S Gastropub?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Rafter'S Gastropub and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rafter'S Gastropub?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Irish cuisine.
What's the area around Rafter'S Gastropub like?
Rafter'S Gastropub is a short 1-minute walk from St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum and 5 minutes' walk from Kilkenny Castle.

Rafter'S Gastropub Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Bare necessities
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay
Rafters was so easy to check in and the young lady checking us in was so sweet and friendly. The accommodations were so cute and comfortable. Gerry and his wife were wonderful. He allowed us to hold our luggage downstairs and was delightful to visit with. The bar was beautiful and the lunch and breakfast was delicious. Saying again the rooms were precious and I didn’t hear any road noise with the window open. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. The location was perfect for walking to castle and pubs. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Donna, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in the centre of the town, rooms basic but well kept and clean. Good breakfast in the morning.
Caroline, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Comfortable enough room, I stayed in no 3 - didn’t hear much noise during the night but it was mid week . no bottles of water in the room- bathroom bin wasn’t emptied of tissues from the previous guest, shower had a poor out flow - ages to get hot - never got really hot either - light coming from an upstairs restaurant outside my window and people could walk past my window in an alley from a side door- curtains seemed thin - I did need 2 nights but I was glad after I only booked one night there - good breakfast in the morning though - friendly staff at check in and at breakfast next morning. Breakfast was good.
1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pub stay
The food was delicious. Had lunch and included breakfast. Real pub with good atmosphere. Room very clean.
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Breakfast was good. Close to many tourist sites
Pierre, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Arrived at 11pm and the place was closed and lights off. My confirmation said check in closed at 11.30pm. Tried knocking and ringing but no answer. Luckily hotels.com were helpful in relocating us else I’d have had no where to stay overnight.
2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here! Great dinner and breakfast, we got to enjoy live music, and the staff is so friendly. Comfy room upstairs too. Would definitely stay here again.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Staff were friendly, Breakfast was good,location was good
Peter, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location! Easy to walk anywhere!
Teresa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

judith, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place. Musiciannij the pub was excellent
Eamonn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Basic amenities. Friendly staff, fine to sleep in.
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot above a pub!
Parking was a frustrating challenge, but once that was completed getting checked in was a breeze. Be prepared for carrying bags and ascending stairs to, what are comfortable and very functional rooms. As we are in a pub district there’s a bit of the associated sounds, which was not objectionable but rather nice. This would definitely be a spot to return back too, though I pick or ask for a lower floor next time. Looking forward to some Irish breakfast in a few minutes.
Eliot, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Alison, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent breakfast that came with the room. Good food at the restaurant. Very centrally located , 5 minutes from the Kilkenny Castle and the River Nore. Helpful staff. There is some noise due to music from the pub downstairs and the one next door. But we were happy with our stay overall.
Steven, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fun spot in the middle of everything
Kristine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

There is no ac so your windows are open to the street.Noise. At 6:00 am the trucks come in and unload the kegs and you right over this noise. No sleep happening. Breakfast was nice.
Allison, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The area of Kilkenny is absolutely beautiful. Our room was not beautiful. Shower did not work, no room to sit forward on the toilet as the space was far to narrow and I am only 5”5, bed frame was broken and even after fixing legs in the middle of the night found the legs came loose and found the bed tilted again. Then at 5:52 am the unloading of the flatbed of kegs was jolting! This lasted for 10 minutes. Figured the nightlife would keep us up but it was the early morning disturbance that got us.
julie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks for being such a great staff. Wonderful breakfast as well.
sandy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

rob, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Owner was so friendly, kind, funny and met all our needs and expectations. Food was awesome!!! Room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Would highly recommend staying and eating here!
Michael, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in the heart of Kilkenny! Jerry is a great host, food is as good as anywhere, breakfasts are top!
Anthony, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay central to the castle and friendly staff
Manuela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review