The Metropole

3 stars
James's Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
Kilkenny, Ireland
+353 567 763 778
5.5
Fair
based on 1020 reviews
1,020 reviews
Wed 29/7
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Thu 30/7
2 guests, 1 room
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Double room, bed type unknown
€71
Classic room, bed type unknown
€240
Double room, bed type unknown
€85
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Double room, bed type unknown
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Classic room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
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Reviews of The Metropole

5.5
Fair
1020 verified ratings
Wonderful
152
Very good
99
Good
154
Okay
105
Fair
120
Mediocre
77
Poor
313

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests widely praised the hotel's central location and proximity to attractions. However, the overwhelming majority of reviews expressed strong dissatisfaction with cleanliness, citing dirty rooms, bad odors, and unclean bathrooms. Many guests also complained about poor service, including unhelpful or absent staff and issues with room access. Problems with bathroom facilities and maintenance were frequently mentioned. A few guests found the beds comfortable or the rooms spacious, but these positives were overshadowed by the negative experiences.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Bed Comfort4 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
Bathroom1 out of 10
Cleanliness0 out of 10
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Location

James's Street, Kilkenny

What's nearby

  • Rothe House105 m
  • Cartoon Saloon138 m
  • Tholsel155 m
  • St Mary's Cathedral240 m
  • Black Abbey259 m
  • Shee Alms House271 m
  • Butler Gallery342 m
  • St. Canice's Cathedral0.4 km
  • Kilkenny Castle0.4 km
  • Nowlan Park1 km
  • St. Luke's General Hospital1.6 km
  • The Hub2.8 km

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Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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January
November
€104
€153
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Metropole

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Metropole

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Metropole, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Metropole, plan to stay on a Monday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Metropole was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €85, while the most expensive was €122.
  • How long should you stay at The Metropole? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Metropole

  • Where is The Metropole located?

    The Metropole is located at James's Street in Downtown, 0.2 km from the centre of Kilkenny. Rothe House is the closest landmark to The Metropole.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Metropole?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Metropole.

  • How far is The Metropole from the airport?

    The Metropole is 53 km from Waterford. The Metropole is 109 km from Dublin.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Metropole hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Metropole in Kilkenny and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Metropole and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Metropole.

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Distance to city centre

10.0
0.2 km

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