Lyrath
Kilkenny
Popular places to visit
Kilkenny Castle
After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
The Hub
There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May.
St. Canice's Cathedral
St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
Black Abbey
You can find out about the history of Kilkenny with a visit to Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
Rothe House
You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.
Lyrath Hotel Deals
Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
"Beautiful manor like property very well decorated with modern rooms. Nice grounds and great staff."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
The Club House Hotel
"Great location, easy to walk. Staff were wonderful."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
"Absolutely love this property. Easy parking across the street, walk to most of the attractions in Kilkenny. My one complaint however, during our stay, my son and his wife realized in the middle of the night that their mattress was upside down. A small thing, but at 0200 it was a pretty big inconvenience. ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Hotel Kilkenny
"Everything was as expected. Sweets with the coffee and tea were spot on."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Pembroke Hotel
"We were greeted in front of the property by Sara, coming off her break, who went above and beyond by helping us park in a tight spot. Every staff member treated us like family."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
"Hotel is amazing and beautiful. Location is close to castle and great restaurants. Bar was fun to hang out in."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Lyrath
Newpark
When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Deansground
While Deansground might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Smithsland
Though Smithsland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rothe House or Smithwick's Brewery Tour.
Walkinslough
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Maidenhill
Maidenhill might not have many top sights, but Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
