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Butler House

Butler House

Kilkenny, Ireland

Butler House

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Located in the heart of Kilkenny, Butler House was home to the Earls of Ormonde who built Kilkenny Castle and was constructed when the new Lady Butler expressed displeasure at living in the cold and draughty castle. A Georgian manor house in style, with gardens that have direct access into Castle Yard, the property offers a central location but a tranquil setting in stately grounds.聽

Inside, the house鈥檚 fine period features have been retained with a sweeping staircase, marble fireplaces and decorative ceilings. The restaurant has ornate plasterwork and elegant silver-gray walls adorned with artwork from the Basil Goulding collection. It serves a delicious breakfast including sausages made to the chef鈥檚 specific recipe.聽

The 13 rooms are spacious and light but decidedly dated in their decor; a slow but thorough renovation is under way. Service at Butler House is impeccable and many loyal local customers return regularly for afternoon teas. Butler鈥檚 Pantry, the hotel鈥檚 main bar, is located downstairs and its vaulted ceilings, terracotta floor tiles, low lighting and vintage armchairs create an intimate and stylish atmosphere.聽

Outside, there is an impressive walled garden.

OUR OPINION:

Despite the uninspiring decor in the rooms, we love the attentive hospitality and beautiful public areas of Butler House.

OUR RATING: Medium

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  • Butler House, Kilkenny
  • Butler House, Kilkenny
  • Butler House, Kilkenny
  • Butler House, Kilkenny

Rooms

The 13 rooms are all different in size and style, although all are spacious. Many have high ceilings, bay windows and fireplaces, and all are named after historical figures linked to the house. The decor is fairly innocuous, with cream tones and limited artwork on the walls, but rooms are slowly being refitted in a more contemporary style. Each room comes with tea and coffee making facilities as standard.

Location

Butler House is situated in the heart of Kilkenny, close to the castle and with direct access to the arts and crafts courtyard opposite the castle entrance. The hotel is on the main street which runs through Kilkenny and has its own small car park for guests. The main shops, restaurants and museums are just minutes鈥� walk away.

Food and drink

The hotel鈥檚 restaurant has a classic, elegant style with pale gray wallpaper, soft, taupe seating and a central chandelier. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served here, while a modern European lunch menu is served in the basement restaurant which has a vaulted ceiling, terracotta tiles, brass lamps and antique furniture. Meals are only served until 4pm.

Facilities and activities

The house has gardens which open directly onto Castle Yard which houses several artisan workshops which sit opposite the castle. In December the gardens host several Christmas events including a Christmas fair.

Tour ideas in Kilkenny

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