Rafter'S Gastropub

Guesthouse with restaurant, near Kilkenny Castle

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

Immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of Rafter'S Gastropub, where medieval Kilkenny Castle meets modern comfort. Enjoy a rooftop view, indulge in full breakfast at the on-site restaurant, and unwind with games or barbecue grills. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Very 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

$90 nightly

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Tomorrow

Oct 15 - Oct 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Double or Twin Room

Very good

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

Family Room

Excellent

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

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

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

City view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar

$115 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

4 Friary Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 VY62

What's nearby

Kilkenny Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Butler House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
St. Canice's Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Lukes General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
The Hub - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

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
‪Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
‪The Field Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪Zuni Restaurant & Townhouse - ‬3 min walk
‪Caffé500 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rafter'S Gastropub

Rafter'S Gastropub features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle. 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.

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

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

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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.