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A spacious living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase leading to bedrooms.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel with a reception area, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a tray with strawberries, and a window with curtains.

1. Avalon House Hotel

Castlecomer

Siobahn

£103

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A pathway lined with large planters leading to a central decorative structure.

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, a stone tower, and a landscaped garden with neatly trimmed bushes and a palm tree.

A restaurant with a view of the countryside, featuring tables set with white tablecloths and wooden chairs.

A modern reception area with a tufted black reception desk, a large window with a stone wall, and a seating area with blue sofas.

2. Talbot Hotel Carlow

Carlow

Adiba

£89

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A metal bucket with a bottle in it, placed on a table in a hotel room.

A grand staircase with ornate railings, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A building with a sign reading "The Plum Tree Bar & Bistro".

3. Woodford Dolmen Hotel

Carlow

Andrew

£93

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a clock, and a sign indicating a changing room.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

4. Maldron Hotel Portlaoise

Portlaoise

Deb

£80

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a fruit bowl.

A modern room with two orange armchairs, a small white table, and a fireplace.

A modern indoor swimming pool with blue tiled walls and a bench along the side.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a tiled floor, and a blue and white color scheme.

5. The Killeshin Hotel

Portlaoise

Nicola

£98

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative lighting.

A four-poster bed with a bench at the foot, a chaise lounge, and a mirror on the wall.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring a variety of seating arrangements and a menu board.

A modern lounge area with wicker sofas and a round table with a small plant and candles.

6. Clanard Court

Athy

Joanne

£125

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and potted plants.

A hot tub in a rustic room with wooden beams, a wooden bench, and a flower arrangement.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

A two-story building with a green ivy-covered exterior, a visible door, and a small garden area with a hedge in the foreground.

7. Fitz Of Inch - Guest House Rooms

Stradbally

£50

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A courtyard with a gravel ground, a wooden bench, and a table with chairs. There are potted plants and flowers around.

A hallway with a red carpet, a wooden console table with books and a vase of flowers, a mirror, and a staircase leading to another room.

A rustic wooden table with a vase of flowers, a chalkboard with a map, and a green-tiled backsplash in a kitchen setting.

A room with two sofas, a wooden table, a green vase with flowers, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

8. Preston House

Abbeyleix

Kate

£107

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Charter Bar" above a checkered floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a shower. There is a small table with a vase of flowers and a bottle of wine.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, large windows, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a lounge area with chairs and a table.

9. Midlands Park Hotel

Portlaoise

Brenda

£87

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A castle with a large courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a modern building with a parking lot.

A castle with a tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a chessboard.

10. Kilkea Castle

Kilkea

Larry

£128

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A castle with a central tower, a paved driveway, and well-maintained hedges.

A hot tub area with a stone wall backdrop, a wooden deck, and a metal railing.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and a decorative table.

11. The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

Kilkea

Kaylee

£115

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a handrail, and a decorative fountain.

A hotel lobby with a large carpeted area, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with a waiter serving food to a table.

A historic building with a fountain and well-manicured lawn.

12. Seven Oaks Hotel with Heated Indoor Pool and Fitness Centre Carlow Town

Carlow City Centre

Joyce

£136

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A cozy bar with wooden furniture, a large TV screen, and Guinness branding.

A restaurant with a green wall, wooden tables, and red chairs.

A bar area with multiple stools, a pool table, and a variety of beer taps.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window providing natural light and a view of the city.

13. Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

Carlow City Centre

Alexandra

£86

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wall-mounted TV, and framed artwork.

A lobby with a wooden parquet floor, leather sofas, a coffee table, potted plants, and a chandelier.

A cozy restaurant with a bar area, leather seating, and a chandelier.

14. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

Kilkenny

Bryan

£81

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A small building with a blue door, a clock, and a charging station for a blue car.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a door, and decorative sunflowers.

A compact hotel room with two single beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and a wooden floor.

A living room with a checkered sofa, a blue armchair, a kitchen in the background, and a painting on the wall.

15. Mattys Pub & Apartments

Muine Bheag

Sandra

£94

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring potted plants, candles, and table lamps.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a water fountain, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A grand hotel lobby with multiple staircases, a reception area, and a staircase decorated with flowers.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, tables set with plates, glasses, and candles.

16. The Heritage

Killenard

Paul

£124

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, bar stools, and a vase of flowers.

A staircase with a handrail, a wall with a floral pattern, and a door at the end of the hallway.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a dining set.

A two-story building with a white exterior and black trim. It features a front porch with columns and flower baskets.

17. Glendine Lodge

Kilkenny

Eamonn

£92

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a wooden floor.

A two-story house with a stone wall and a well-maintained garden.

A grand staircase leading to a second floor with a chandelier, framed artwork, and a mirror on the wall.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a red sofa, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

18. Launard House

Maidenhill

Jenny

£92

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

19. SpringHill Hotel

Kilkenny

Jonathan

£110

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a long bench, dining table, and chairs, featuring a brick wall and large windows.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a view of a well-maintained garden, and a built-in water feature.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a well-maintained garden, and a traditional building facade.

A historic building with a large lawn, a gazebo, and a fence.

20. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

Lyrath

Darren

£183

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Top The Swan Hotel Reviews

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel was very nice, comfortable and had a great location. Breakfast was great."

Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful time! We were welcome by Ray, and from the moment we up in the car door, we were made to feel welcome at this great spot. We will look forward to coming back soon, and hope to be able to get the same bridal suite that we were surprised with!"

The Heritage

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay this hotel with it's amazing staff never fails _ as a guest one is felt like a guest not just a number that is sadly rare now these days so we have stayed at this hotel every time that we drive over __ (use the Fishguard ferry ,+ 240 mile by car to catch the ferry ) so The Heritage is always a MUST stay at hotel while on our road trip ."

Woodford Dolmen Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Close to town of Carlow"

Pembroke Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Perfect location and a wonderful view of the Kilkenny Castle out of our room window. I would love to go back there on our next visit to Kilkenny."

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and the staff were very nice and helpful! We also had breakfast in the hotel which was very good. I highly recommend the hotel."

Kilkea Castle

10/10 Excellent

"We had absolutely an amazing time at Kilkea Castle. Great full Irish breakfast, superb clean room, fantastic staffs, and gorgeous castle and garden."

SpringHill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Large clean room. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was Amazing. Dinner was very good very large portions. Only downfall was the pool was closed for renovations nothing on website about this only found out at the hotel."

Kilford Arms Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is in a good spot to walk the town. During weekends it might be busy since there is a nightclub and bar, but during the week it is pretty quiet."

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in The Swan?

Located 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from the heart of The Swan, The Club House Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel and Hotel Kilkenny. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in The Swan.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that The Swan has to offer?

Serene 3-bedroom City Home in charming Kilkenny perfect for relaxing stays: This holiday home rental outside of The Swan comes with laundry facilities so that you can feel at home during your trip. See all vacation rentals in The Swan.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Swan, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in The Swan.

How is it staying in The Swan?

Travellers to The Swan will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 112 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about The Swan.

What should I do while I'm visiting The Swan?

Places to visit in the wider area include Ballintubbert Gardens, Abbeyleix Heritage House and Carlow Town Park. You'll also find Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre and Fairgreen Shopping Centre in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's The Swan guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in The Swan?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for The Swan is 879 mm.

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Our top choices for The Swan hotels

1. Avalon House Hotel

2. Talbot Hotel Carlow

3. Woodford Dolmen Hotel

4. Maldron Hotel Portlaoise

5. The Killeshin Hotel

6. Clanard Court

7. Fitz Of Inch - Guest House Rooms

8. Preston House

9. Midlands Park Hotel

10. Kilkea Castle

11. The Lodges at Kilkea Castle

12. Seven Oaks Hotel with Heated Indoor Pool and Fitness Centre Carlow Town

13. Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

14. Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel

15. Mattys Pub & Apartments

16. The Heritage

17. Glendine Lodge

18. Launard House

19. SpringHill Hotel

20. Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

Top The Swan Hotel Reviews

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre

The Heritage

Woodford Dolmen Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkea Castle

SpringHill Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

More cheap stays in The Swan

Charming 1-bedroom Apartment With Jacuzzi in Johnstown

No 13 Townhouse

Preston House

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

The Farm Cottage

Berkeley House

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