Kilkenny Experience Breaks at Butler House & Garden

- Posted on: 21/07/2025 - $itemValue.title

Discover the best of Kilkenny with two perfectly curated stay packages!

When it comes to experiencing the true heart of Kilkenny, there’s no better place to stay than Butler House & Garden, the elegant Georgian dower house of Kilkenny Castle. Tucked within the historic Kilkenny Castle Demesne, and just steps from the Medieval Mile, this 18th-century gem offers not only timeless charm and style, but unrivalled access to the city’s most iconic attractions.

To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve crafted two special experience breaks, each blending heritage, hospitality, and a genuine Kilkenny welcome.

1. Bed & Breakfast + Kilkenny Castle Experience

Step back in time with our Kilkenny Castle Experience package.

Wander through the peaceful walled garden, then step through our private gate into the Castle Yard, where Kilkenny Castle and its majestic parklands await. With a self-guided tour and audio guide, you’ll uncover centuries of stories woven into the fabric of this legendary stronghold.

Your package includes:

  • Overnight accommodation in a Georgian room filled with character
  • Fully served Irish breakfast in the Lady Eleanor Restaurant
  • Tickets for the Kilkenny Castle Tour (includes audio guide)
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Onsite parking (one space per room)

In-room comforts:

  • Multi-channel TV
  • Nespresso machine with Coffee Perfection coffee & premium Ronnefeldt teas
  • Triple-filtered still bottled water

After exploring, relax in our Garden View Room or on the patio and enjoy drinks or light dining, the perfect way to round off your castle adventure. Book your Kilkenny Castle Experience here.

 

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2. Bed & Breakfast + Smithwick’s Experience Break

Ireland’s oldest city beer and one of its finest heritage houses come together in this exclusive package, created in partnership with the Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny.

Located just a short stroll away, Smithwick’s offers a rich, immersive journey through over 300 years of brewing tradition, from monks to modern masters.

This package includes:

  • Overnight stay at Butler House
  • Fully served breakfast in the Lady Eleanor Restaurant
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Onsite parking (one space per room)
  • Tickets to the Smithwick’s Experience, with a choice of:
       - Standard Tour: A guided journey through brewing history, finishing with a pint of Smithwick’s (for guests aged 18+)
       - Masters of Ale: A deeper dive for beer lovers, sensory masterclass, ale tasting, pint-pouring tutorial, and engraved glass souvenir

With tours running seven days a week year-round, this experience fits beautifully into any Kilkenny break,  be it summer sunshine or cosy winter escape. Book your Smithwick’s Experience Break here

 

 

Whichever break you choose, your stay at Butler House & Garden promises comfort, charm, and culture in equal measure. After a day of exploring, return to dine in our Garden View Room or enjoy a drink on the patio. Perhaps treat yourself to a classic Cream Tea or savour one of our evening light bites with a glass of wine, surrounded by the peaceful greenery of our Georgian walled garden.

 

To book your experience or find out more:

📧 Email: res@butler.ie

📞 Call: +353 (0)56 7722828

🌐 Visit: www.butler.ie

We look forward to welcoming you to Butler House & Garden, your gateway to Kilkenny’s finest experiences.