Lyrath Estate

Kilkenny , , Dublin Road (Show on Map)


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Summary of reviewsLyrath Estate is a hidden gem located in a secluded yet accessible location with stunningly beautiful scenery. The hotel offers a variety of dining options with some guests stating that it was truly an exceptional experience. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with gorgeous views of the estate. The hotel is impeccably clean, making it an excellent choice for guests who appreciate cleanliness and comfort. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, providing an unrivalled 5-star experience. The spa is a highlight of many guests' stays with exceptional treatments and facilities. Lyrath Estate is a great family-friendly hotel that takes care of young guests exceptionally well. The beds are comfortable, making it perfect for a good night's sleep. Overall, Lyrath Estate is considered a lovely 5-star hotel worth the experience, offering a luxurious and classy atmosphere from start to finish.
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Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the multi-award-winning Oasis Spa at Lyrath Estate is a peaceful and serene sanctuary. Offering a range of treatments including advanced facial technology, touch therapies, massage treatments, face and body combinations, and maternity treatments, this spa helps guests to relax and unwind. If you are looking for a chance to escape the stresses of daily life and indulge in some much-needed "me time'', the Oasis Spa at Lyrath Estate is the ideal choice.

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Room Types
Estate View Guestroom Space to relax and comfort are at the heart of the Estate View Guestrooms. Featuring a blissful queen size bed, plush quilting, and attention to detail throughout, ensuring our guests embark on a relaxing stay. Thoughtful touches include cosy bathrobes, snug slippers, and Rituals bathroom amenities. Enjoy the crisp air, natural light, and scenic parklands of Lyrath Estate. Please specify at the time of booking if you require a Double or Twin bedded room.

Signature King Huge room with walk-in wardrobe, 43-inch LCD TV, double shower, separate bath and luxurious toiletries. The spacious Signature King Guestroom embodies the refinement of a contemporary residence, providing an equilibrium of comfort and luxury. Featuring a welcoming hallway, a walk-in wardrobe, and an ensuite with double basins, a bath, and a separate walk-in shower, indulge in a tranquil night’s rest as you relax and unwind in a luxurious king size bed, with plush quilting, air conditioning, black-out curtains, and Rituals bathroom amenities.

Manor House Rooms Elegantly preserved and decorated to retain its original charm and grandeur, the Manor House Guestroom offers residents the chance to step back in time and experience the sophistication of the 17th Century Period. It overlooks the manicured garden of Lady Charlotte Wheeler-Cuffe, who resided at the property until 1966. Featuring a luxurious queen size bed, plush quilting, bath and walk-in rain shower, and cosy bathrobes & slippers.

Luxury Suite Combining comfort and contemporary elegance, the Luxury Suite is one of our most spacious guestrooms with a relaxing lounge area, dining section, two bathrooms, with cosy bathrobes and snug slippers. Featuring a blissful king size bed, plush quilting, and black-out curtains, the Luxury Suite at Lyrath Estate is the perfect residence to relax and unwind – especially for those wishing to extend their stay!

Estate View Triple This triple room provides a tea and coffee maker and a TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Estate View Single This single room offers a tea and coffee maker and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

About Lyrath Estate
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8.7
Very Good
Location
Lyrath Estate is a hidden gem tucked away in a secluded yet accessible location. The beautiful grounds are impressive and the scenery is stunningly beautiful. From the entrance lobby tastefully decorated to the impressiveness of driving up to the hotel, everything is beautifully maintained to offer an excellent character. It's very close to Kilkenny by car and Kilkenny town is a great destination for a weekend break. The location is superb with lovely features and the surroundings are amazing. The lovely area offers walks around the estate and the views from the windows and the breakfast room are beautiful. The atmosphere is vibrant with a quiet surrounding that offers a relaxing stay. It's an excellent location and the staff is friendly and helpful. Overall, it's a beautiful location that guests love.

Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Lyrath Estate seems to have divided guests. While some found it to be excellent with plenty of choice and well laid out stations, others found it disappointing and mediocre. Many praised the good food quality and excellent choice, while a few reported pre-cooked items that looked like they had been sitting for a while. Some guests commented on the fine dining experience being delicious, but others found the breakfast buffet to be not up to the standard of a 5-star hotel. Vegetarians found the options limited but overall, the staff were found to be lovely despite some negative comments on service. The toast machine was reported to be not working and pastries not fresh on some occasions. Despite the mixed reviews on breakfast, the hotel itself was described as beautiful with stunning views from the breakfast room and good dining options in general.

Dinner
Lyrath Estate offers a unique dining experience with a variety of onsite restaurants to choose from. Guests had mixed reviews of their dining experiences which varied from exceptional to very poor. Some expressed disappointment with the limited menu options and expensive prices at the bar and grill. A few guests were dissatisfied with the taste and quality of the food they had ordered but, for the most part, it received high marks. The staff was praised for their attentiveness, particularly in the Yew restaurant. Some guests had issues with the slow service and long wait times for their meals. Despite some negative reviews, several guests complimented the delicious lamb shank and prawn starter while others raved about the amazing food they had at The Grill and The Yew. The newly renovated main restaurant was closed for upgrades during some guests stays which resulted in a limited menu. On the whole, while the experience at the Lyrath Estate dinner was mixed, the hotel offers a variety of dining options with some guests stating that it was truly an exceptional experience.

Rooms
Lyrath Estate is a beautiful hotel with modern amenities set in an original estate home. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with comfortable beds, spotless bathrooms and gorgeous views of the estate. The hotel has a cozy bar area and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. While some rooms are a bit dated, any small issues were promptly fixed. Guests loved the original house rooms that have old-style charm but were well-provisioned and beautiful. Overall, the hotel is fabulous with amazing food, staff and rooms. Guests had a great sleep in their spacious rooms with blackout curtains and enjoyed the conveniences and layout of the bedrooms. The beautiful building and grounds are impeccably clean and the rooms are well-designed with lovely views from the balcony. The bathroom in one of the rooms was very impressive and guests enjoyed the leisure center. The hotel is conveniently located and retains its original estate home preserved, while providing modern comforts to its guests.

Beds
If comfort is at the forefront of your hotel needs, look no further than Lyrath Estate. Guests have raved about the beds with many claiming it to be one of the most comfortable they have ever slept in. Rooms come equipped with multiple beds, making it perfect for group stays. Although some guests have found the pillows to be a little lacking, overall the clean and comfortable rooms have been praised. Don't hesitate to book your stay for a good night's sleep on a comfy bed at Lyrath Estate.

Cleanliness
If there's one word to describe Lyrath Estate, it's clean! From the moment you step foot in the hotel, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the impeccably clean surroundings. The spacious rooms and bathrooms are very clean, making it easy to relax and unwind. The ambiance is wonderfully relaxing and welcoming that you'll instantly feel at home. The hotel's cleanliness is excellent and everything is pristine, including the spotless pool. The lovely green views from the rooms add to the overall beauty of the property. Although a few guests reported issues with cleaning, the majority of the reviews point to spotlessly clean bedrooms and bathrooms. Additionally, the spa is quite nice for its size. However, some guests noted that the room cleaning woke them up early or that the carpet needed proper vacuuming. There were also sticky stains on the dresser's countertop and handles reported in some rooms. Overall, Lyrath Estate is a beautiful property that is well kept and clean, making it an excellent choice for guests who appreciate cleanliness and comfort.

Staff
Lyrath Estate is a gorgeous hotel with lovely staff that will make your stay memorable. From the moment we checked in at reception, we had the best experience with warm and welcoming staff that were attentive throughout our stay. The food was amazing, the rooms were amazing and the quality of service was exceptional. The staff were accommodating, friendly and helpful. Each member of staff was so nice and the restaurant staff were very pleasant, apologising and changing orders immediately without fuss. We especially appreciated one barman who was very helpful and the breakfast staff who were attentive and friendly. The staff in the lobby and at the spa were also incredibly friendly and helpful. The spa staff could have been more present, but overall, the staff were true gentlemen and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Despite a few instances where the staff needed to do better, the attitude was consistently excellent, making Lyrath Estate a fantastic location with fantastic staff.

Spa
The spa at Lyrath Estate is a highlight of many guests' stays. While there is a charge of €25 per person to use the thermal suite, many find it well worth it with a lovely thermal pool and relaxing atmosphere. Some guests do note that the spa is small with some areas feeling cramped and appointments for treatments difficult to come by. However, overall the spa is beautiful with great facilities and exceptional treatments. Some guests have had issues with cleanliness in the spa, but others find the staff to be fantastic. While the pool and gym may be a bit dated, the jacuzzi is a fan favorite. Guests note that the thermal suite and sauna are a must-visit while staying at the hotel. Although the jacuzzi can be small and the pool area disappointing, the overall consensus is that the spa at Lyrath Estate is amazing.

Pool
Guests have had mixed experiences with the pool at Lyrath Estate, but overall, it has been an enjoyable experience. The pool itself is heated and quite spotless with many guests applauding its fantastic placement within the beautiful and relaxing grounds of the hotel. However, some individuals have commented that the outdoor pool was a little cold and the leisure pool was quite small for the hotel's grade and size, primarily being a child-friendly hotel. Away from the pools, some guests have thought that the room prices were quite high and the free pool and hot tub area was underwhelming and outdated. Despite this, the general consensus seems to be that the pool area and gym are roomy and complete with children's pools and the jacuzzi is fantastic. One downside is that the pool closes in the middle of the day, which may not be ideal for some guests. Overall, the pool area is a notable feature of the hotel, but improvements could be made with updates and size adjustments satisfying demands.

Family
Lyrath Estate is a great family-friendly hotel that takes care of young guests exceptionally well. The staff is friendly and accommodating to young families and they understand children's meal schedules. There's an excellent onsite playground for kids and the doormen are always eager to help with any requests. The hotel also went the extra mile for a birthday celebration with family, making it a memorable experience. The hotel is perfect for family trips, although some guests did wish there was a separate children-free time available. Additionally, some guests felt that, apart from dinner, there were limited activities for kids. The leisure pool is a bit small, but it's still a great feature for kids. Guests with dietary restrictions have nothing to worry about, as the hotel makes special accommodations for them. All in all, guests leave satisfied and eagerly recommend Lyrath Estate to their friends and family.

5 Star
Lyrath Estate is a luxurious 5-star hotel with beautiful and historic surroundings. Guests appreciate the old style charm, comfortable beds and outstanding facilities. The staff are friendly and provide an unrivalled 5-star experience. Everything has been described as positive and the hotel is excellent, exceptional and a 5-star stay. However, some reviewers don't think that the hotel is a true 5-star establishment and suggest that it's overpriced and overrated with some facilities not meeting expectations. Despite some negative reviews, overall, Lyrath Estate is considered a lovely 5-star hotel worth the experience.

Luxury
Lyrath Estate is a beautiful property that offers an unrivalled 5-star experience. The hotel provides lovely rituals products in the bathroom that smell amazing. Guests can relax in the beautiful grounds and enjoy the top-notch service from the staff. The accommodation is exceptional and the property is definitely a 5-star hotel. It is a classy and luxurious hotel from start to finish, which makes it a favorite place for many. However, some guests felt that the hotel was overrated and overpriced and lacked a true 5-star feel. Despite this, Lyrath Estate is still considered one of the most beautiful hotels to stay in with exceptionally lovely rooms and an amazing atmosphere.


Yes, Lyrath Estate has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool, Children's Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Lyrath Estate.

No, Lyrath Estate doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Lyrath Estate.

Yes, Lyrath Estate has a gym.
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