Hotels Near St Canice's Cathedral Kilkenny
St Canice's Cathedral is a 5 minute drive or 10 minute walk from Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
St Canices Cathedral and Round Tower in Kilkenny City are an essential part of the structural heritage in the vibrant medieval city of Kilkenny which is in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. This ecclesiastical site was founded in the 6th century and named after St Canice. Cill Channigh is the Gaelic for the Church of Canice, the church that originally stood on the site in the 6th century. Combining the early Christian settlement, the Round Tower, the Anglo Norman Cathedral and its rich cultural ecclesiastical heritage, St Canices Cathedral is a must see while you are in Kilkenny while Kilkenny Ormonde is one of the few hotels near St Canices Cathedral!
Worship has taken place at the St Canices Cathedral site for over 800 years. The Cathedral has wonderful stained glass that includes two windows from the Harry Clarke Studio, Dublin. Local stone masters, The O’Tooneys, carved some of the tombstones many of which are unique to the Cathedral and Kilkenny City. The See Chair of the Bishop of Ossory dating back to 1120 can be seen inside.
The Round Tower is the oldest standing structure in Kilkenny City. Tourists can enjoy climbing the Round Tower capturing great views of the city (weather permitting). St Canices Round Tower is one of only two Round Towers that people can climb in Ireland.
At St Canices Cathedral worship takes pre-eminence over all other activities. However, this jewel of Gothic Architecture is also used for national concerts and events – for example the Kilkenny Arts Festival held every August – which are in keeping with the environs of the Cathedral.
Looking for a great base in the heart of Kilkenny City so you can check out St. Canices Cathedral? Stay at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel. Our 118 contemporary guestrooms offer comfortable space for you to relax in after spending time exploring the great city of Kilkenny. Our rooms are generous in size and have a bright and airy feel with all the comforts you’d expect in a contemporary, urban hotel. Guests also enjoy free access to our hotel’s Leisure Centre which includes a 21m pool, children’s pool, fully equipped gym, sauna and steam room while there is also an opportunity to treat yourself to a pamper day at KO Spa.