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Circular Road, Kilkenny, Ireland
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Melrose House B&B
Ranked #44 of 90 Kilkenny B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
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Stockton, CA
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Quiet and lovely”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2007
1
person found this review helpful

I cannot say a bad thing about this B&B. My three traveling companions and I showed up quite early on the day of our reservation (we overestimated travel time!) but Nuala was very obliging, and didn't miss a beat in offering us our rooms, although they were still being prepped.

While we unloaded our bags and set to hit the town, she provided us with a map and loads of information regarding places to visit, shop and eat. She really was the pinnacle of Irish hospitality that everyone seems to hear about. And her children were darling, especially Tara the terror. ;)

The rooms were cozy and the bathrooms well stocked with a myriad of bath supplies. The breakfast the next morning was lovely as well. The location is only a short walk through town, but not short of sights to see along the way. Kilkenny is one of those towns I only gave an overnight stay, but next time I will give it at least 2 and stop by this wonderful B&B again.

  • Liked — Owners, location
  • Disliked — n/a
  • Stayed July 2007, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Waterford, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Excellent Full Irish!!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2006
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed in this B&B for 2 nights with a group of friends. I highly recommend it. The highlight was their breakfast. We though the lady of the house was never going to stop bringing us food!! That's a compliment. The rooms were comfortable and very clean and it is in a nice area. I would stay again if going to Kilkenny.

  • Liked — The breakfast served
  • Disliked — There was nothing to dislike
  • Stayed August 2004, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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New Jersey
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Very nice . . . good value”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2006
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people found this review helpful

It was very nice. The room was clean, but average. We don't really need much, but a clean room, bed and shower. The breakfast was equal to many others in Ireland. The innkeepers were some of the loveliest and helpful people. The dog Rex was a hoot as well as their 2 year old, Tara.

It was a true look into an Irish family in Kilkenny. The price was right, so you can't really go wrong. I only gave 3 stars, because if you're looking for expensive linens and a museum home . . . this isn't it . . . it's just a comfy, lived in home and a fine place to hang your hat for a couple of days while exploring the area.

We would stay here again if in the area.

  • Liked — Price & Innkeepers
  • Stayed September 2006, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Austin, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Wonderful B&B”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2005
8
people found this review helpful

Just outside the Kilkenny city center, it is only a 10 minute walk down to the main tourist area of the city. It's far enough away that you feel like you're in a nice little suburb. You don't have to walk into the city center to get your pint and fish&chips though, there's a friendly neighborhood pub literally around the corner.
Rooms are very nice and clean. Family room with games was fun place to play darts before heading out for dinner.
Great deal for the price.

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Amsterdam, Holland
1 review
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Very homely and clean”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2003
15
people found this review helpful

We were greeted with a very friendly atmospheer, Excellent room's clean and sizeable, Very good and large choice of breakfast.

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