Make the most of the festive fun in Kilkenny this Christmas with a hotel break.
Kilkenny transforms into a magical holiday haven every December, filled with twinkling lights, lively markets, and festive events that will leave you brimming with Christmas spirit. Whether you’re bringing the little ones to meet Santa Claus, planning a festive outing with friends, or checking off your shopping list, why not turn your trip into a cosy winter escape with a hotel stay that lets you soak in Kilkenny’s festive charm for a little bit longer?
Make it a December to remember and check out some of the Christmas and Twixmas packages in hotels across County Kilkenny this December.
Newpark Hotel Kilkenny
2, 3 & 4 Night Christmas Celebration stays
From €400
Enjoy a Magical Christmas with Family & Friends at the Newpark Hotel with our Christmas two-night break:
CHRISTMAS EVE
* Join us in our Lobby for our mulled Wine & Prosecco Afternoon Tea while the resident pianist plays your favourite Christmas carols, creating the most magical Christmas atmosphere. Followed by a festive dinner before bedtime
CHRISTMAS DAY
*Enjoy a champagne breakfast on Christmas morning with all the Christmas extras.
*Festive 5-course lunch is then served. Enjoy our continued entertainment throughout the day.
With a very special visit from Santa bearing Christmas gifts.
* Dinner is served in the evening and finish off your Christmas night with entertainment in Scott’s Bar.
ST. STEPHEN’S DAY
*Wake up to a late champagne breakfast before you depart for home.
Mount Juliet Estate
Christmas at the Hunter’s Yard
2-night stay
From €989 per person sharing
Your Christmas Stay is from December 24th – 25th inclusive, and will include:
• A warm welcome on December 24th with mulled wine and mince pies
• Breakfast each morning, including champagne on Christmas Day
• Afternoon Tea on Christmas Eve
• A professional photographer’s portrait
• Dinner on Christmas Eve
• A special visit from Santa Claus
• A spectacular Christmas Day lunch
• Christmas Night Supper
• Evening Entertainment
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Twixmas in Kilkenny
B&B with dinner
From €200
- Delicious breakfast
- Three course evening meal (starter, main course, dessert)
- This package includes Dinner, Bed and Breakfast for all room occupants and dinner for children is two course from the Children’s menu in the Brasserie
- Complimentary use of Leisure Club facilities
Winter City Break 2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner 10% Discount
From €306
Arrive any day Sunday to Thursday, enjoy 2 nights bed and breakfast plus dinner on one evening.
• Delicious breakfast each morning
• Delicious 2 Course Dinner in HOBAN Bar & Brasserie including tea/coffee (choice of starter & main OR main & dessert) on the evening of your choice
• Complimentary use of leisure facilities
• Complimentary bottled water in your room on arrival
• 21m pool, kids pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi & extensive gym
Butler House
Signature Escape 1 Night B&B + Drink
From €216
Escape to this charming Georgian house and enjoy an artisanal breakfast served in the Lady Eleanor Restaurant, overlooking the walled garden. Explore the city and learn more about our past with a 15% discount for the Medieval Mile Museum.
Cosy Retreat- 2 Night B&B + Cream Tea
From €736 total stay
Treat yourself to a pre-Christmas getaway and unwind before the silly season! Enjoy breakfast in the Lady Eleanor garden before tucking into a Cream Tea of freshly baked scones, preserves, fresh cream and a tea or coffee.
Lyrath Estate
Hotel Kilkenny
4 Night Package from €799pps
3 Night Package from €699pps
2 Night Package from €599pps
3-Day Package Includes:
Christmas Eve
Arrive to a warm welcome at Hotel Kilkenny with hot chocolate, mulled wine and mince pies. Enjoy a delicious Christmas Eve Dinner.
Christmas Day
Start the most festive day of the year with a sumptuous breakfast. Experience a wonderful, traditional Christmas Lunch and relax in 1831 Rosehill Bar with a complimentary drink afterwards. To make your Christmas a little bit more magical, Andy James, one of Ireland’s nest magicians, will make an appearance during lunch. End Christmas Day with a sumptuous evening meal .
Stephen’s Day
After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy our 5* Active Club or simply relax. End the day with dinner in Taste Restaurant and / or simply retire to 1831 Rosehill Bar to make the most of your break.
There is lots to see and do this Christmas in Kilkenny making it the place to be this festive season whether you’re planning a relaxing Christmas hotel break, a shopping trip or a catch up with family and and friends. Be sure to check out our Explore, Stay, Do and Dine directories on our site to help to plan your visit.
Planning a Christmas party with friends or a big family gathering? Many of Kilkenny’s hotels offer party packages, festive afternoon tea, specialty menus and more for the festive season. Choose the perfect setting for your gathering and enquire directly to book. Browse our directory of hotels in Kilkenny to get the party started.
For all of the yuletide fun in Kilkenny this festive season, check out Yulefest Kilkenny and keep an eye on our events guide which is regularly updated with lots of exciting festivals, events, shows, concerts and more!
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