Location, location, location.... With a great breakfast included in the price.
aine whelan
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12 April 2026
10.0
Spent a night here after the Kilkenny 5km race. Highly recommend it. The staff was very helpful and welcoming 😊 the beds were cozy and the breakfast was 10/10. Thanks to staff Mario and Gerry.
Maria Lulu
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04 April 2026
10.0
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
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