Gate Lodge
Main amenities
- The lagest option:
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 1 bedroom
Location
The 10-room Gate Lodge Kilkenny offers easy access to such tourist spots as the Town Hall, located merely 5 minutes' walk away.
Talbot's Tower Ruins is 850 metres away, and the Lyrath is approximately 4 km from this Kilkenny villa. The nearby cultural attractions include the heritage museum "Rothe House and Garden", which is not far from the property. Medieval Mile Interactive Museum is another point of interest worth exploring, situated just 10 minutes' stroll away.
The Kilkenny property includes a bathroom with a separate toilet and a shower. Toiletries and bath sheets are also at your disposal.
Experience ultimate comfort in Gate Lodge's kitchen, supplied with coffee and tea making facilities. Offering Italian dishes, restaurant Ristorante Rinuccini is located a stone's throw from the lodge. The nearest train station is Kilkenny, located a mere 0.8 km away, while Upper Patrick Street bus stop is 350 m from Gate Lodge.
Review by hotel critic
Review of Gate Lodge - A Disappointing ExperienceNestled just 0.9 km from the heart of Kilkenny, the promise of convenience and charm lured my friends and me to Gate Lodge this Easter. Regrettably, what awaited us upon arrival was a stark contrast to our expectations. The initial excitement quickly faded when we discovered that our pre-booked twin room had somehow morphed into a shabby double at a different location, leaving us in a bind without any reception to address our concerns. Upon entering the new accommodation, I was met with frustration rather than pleasure-a chilly atmosphere complemented by a shower that offered nothing but ice-cold water. My travel companion had to sit awkwardly on the toilet due to impractical positioning, and our wish for a cozy getaway turned into a quest for basic amenities. We ended up cutting our losses and seeking refuge elsewhere instead of enduring a night in such dismal conditions. At the end of the day, one might easily overlook these issues in favor of the location, but alas, without warmth, cleanliness, and proper service, the value of being just a stone's throw from Kilkenny was entirely lost. My advice to fellow travelers is a firm one: skip Gate Lodge and seek accommodation that truly reflects the historic charm of this lovely city.
