Kilkenny is at the heart of Irelands Ancient East and has some of the most culturally and historically significant heritage sites in the whole of Ireland. A quick wander down the winding cobbled streets is enough to give you a feel of our medieval heritage. Learn...

With the summer months finally upon us, parents now have the mammoth task of finding fun things to do and places to visit to keep the little ones occupied over the school holidays! Kilkenny is an ideal place for a family trip with so much to do and see, a lot of which...

Do you struggle to find a hotel suitable for your unique needs? Are you in a wheelchair or have limited mobility and are looking for an accessible-to-all hotel so you can enjoy your break comfortably? The Hoban Hotel in Kilkenny has recently been awarded a Gold Ring...

Have you had the pleasure of visiting the Hoban Hotel since our 1m makeover? When you do, make sure to stop for a bite in our new-look 1801 Restaurant & Bar. Here are some of the new features and some brand-new additions to our menu that you have to look forward...

aspect hotel rebrands to the hoban hotel After months of refurbishments and an investment of €1 million, we are delighted to announce and unveil our new-look Kilkenny Hotel. PREM Group purchased the 80-bedroom hotel last year and set to work to completely overhaul the...

Have you tried Ireland’s most popular ale? If not, you are seriously missing out! We are lucky this famous ale is brewed right in the heart of our beautiful historic city so you don’t have to travel far to sample the worlds freshest pint of Smithwicks. Here’s what to...

If you want to learn more about Ireland’s history and heritage, Kilkenny is right in the heart of it. A bustling city with a significant past, Kilkenny is the ideal place to explore and discover Ireland’s past, present and future. Here are the highlights of the...

If you’re planning a trip to Kilkenny to see the historical sights and take in the warm atmosphere we love to create, make sure you leave a couple of hours to potter around some of our best shopping centres and unique outlets. Here is our pick of the best:   High...

We know Kilkenny is the best city in Ireland (though we may be a bit biased on this) but every now and again we like to get out of the Marble City and stretch our legs. Here are our suggestions for great day trips to do from the city.   Thomastown (19min drive –...

In a town so full of castles, shops and fantastic pubs, it is easy to forget we are surrounded by the beautiful Irish countryside. Enjoy the great outdoors with some of our recommended walks, hikes and cycles.   Walks Linear Park Walk (5km) This leisurely walk...

    Kilkenny is known to be one of Ireland's top spots for a great girl's weekend break. Considering Kilkenny’s vibrant nightlife, paired with fantastic bars and friendly locals, it is not hard to see why it is a firm favourite. There is so much to do here...

Although Kilkenny may not be the first destination that springs to mind when you think of a golfing break, we have some fantastic golf courses on this side of Ireland. With the weather beginning to warm up and the evenings getting longer, you may be in the mood for a...