Had a 1 night stay in Rafters for a hen party, there were 23 of us and I can't think of one negative thing to say. Gerry was an absolute lifesaver he gave us a great deal, we had a private room for an activity on arrival, dinner, bed and breakfast. Everything was absolutely perfect. Any questions I had when planning the night away Gerry was only an email/phone call away and responded so fast. We were a large group and our dinners all came out at the one time the service was amazing. Dinner and breakfast was so delicious. I can't wait to return in the future!
Sally Ameglio
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22 March 2026
10.0
Lovely, sleeping above the pub. It is not a luxury hotel, but it is exactly what you can expect from the description. It is clean, has good beds, and a nice shower. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food is very good and the atmosphere is super cozy. The location is perfect, about a 5 to 10 minute walk from just about all the sights.
Polle-Harmen Eibrink
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18 March 2026
10.0
I didn't stay there, but I ended up on my own at at 40th birthday party and ended up having the craic. Get buzz in the place
Thomas McVicker
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08 March 2026
10.0
Had lunch there, wonderful food (love the vege soup and duck noodle) and service!
Chloe
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21 February 2026
10.0
We didn't stay here (will next runner) but stopped for lunch amd have to say... the food was phenomenal, I mean...PHENOMENAL. Avoid touristy nonsense and stop in here for a proper meal, you will not regret it.
Joe Johnson
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20 February 2026
10.0
The owner and staff of rafters looked after us so well from the minute we arrived to the day we left.food was excellent (steak on a stone).rooms were very clean ,warm and comfortable.we traveled for races in gowran and our group booked it again for next year .very central location and overall I would have no problem recommending rafters .well done to everyone involved. I will definitely be back pg.
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michael carroll
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30 January 2026
10.0
We had a function last week and I must say the service food and ambiance was excellent. Bar lady was very pleasant and friendly towards everyone. Would highly recommend this Gastro pub for medium functions.
Carmel Slater
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29 January 2026
10.0
Stopped for a beer and a snack. Good food, cold Smithwicks, and a staff with great humor and kindness
Mike Hein
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24 January 2026
10.0
Rafters is in prime location In the heart of kilkenny staff very friendly and welcoming gerry the owner couldn't do enough to help u rooms very nice breakfast is very very tasty best value for money stay in kilkenny in my opinion
Rita Harrington
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11 January 2026
10.0
We had a two night stay at The Rafters Gastropub, we had a family room for 2 adults and our 3 teenage sons. The room was clean. warm, the beds were comfy and the amenities were everything we needed.
We had a fabulous full Irish breakfast each morning, 5 stars!!
The location is excellent, right in the centre of the city. Gerry and the staff were amazing, they couldn’t do enough for us.
The bar is lovely with live music on the Saturday night which we really enjoyed.
We will be back!!! Thank you Gerry and staff.
Majella and Noel
Good Henz
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11 January 2026
10.0
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