Alcantra B&B

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Based on 24 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4.5 based on 18 reviews Rooms
    • 4.5 based on 18 reviews Service
    • 4.5 based on 18 reviews Value
    • 4.5 based on 18 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 4 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 70% based on 19 reviews Older travelers
    • 60% based on 19 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 40% based on 19 reviews Families with young children
    • 40% based on 19 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 30% based on 19 reviews Young singles

Reviews of Alcantra B&B

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5 of 5 stars
Dublin, Ireland
Apr 28, 2008

My friend and I stayed at Alcantra for two nights at the end of April. The owners, Liam and Brigid, welcomed us on our arrival. Our room was big, bright, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Liam asked us what we would like for breakfast the following morning and what time we would like to eat. They were very obliging with... more

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4 of 5 stars
Ireland
Apr 28, 2008

I arranged a one night stay over email with Liam and Brigid Holohan, the proprietors of Alcantra. The booking was very efficient. When I arrived I had a welcoming cup of coffee in the conservatory. My room was tastefully decorated with an en-suite shower, the bed was very comfy and the house was lovely and warm. Breakfast was lovely, with... more

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4 of 5 stars
Philadelphia
Apr 6, 2008

Our February visit was in the off-season, but the chilly weather was balanced by the warm welcome at Alcantra. Bridget even turned on the electric blanket for my husband and me so the bed was toasty when we returned home from dinner out. Even though the kitchen was being renovated during our stay, Bridget went out of her way to... more

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5 of 5 stars
Warwick, NY
Jul 28, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I stayed at Alcantra B&B during our July 2007 two week visit to Ireland. It was our first stop in the countryside after staying in Dublin for a few days. Brigid, the host, is a sweetheart. She is very helpful with regard to things to do in Kilkenny, makes the most delicious breakfasts, and is just overall... more

Jul 23, 2007

We spent 2 nights at Alcantra and had a lovely stay. The rooms were large and spotless. Our breakfasts were wonderful. We liked the location because, while close to town, it was not noisy like in town B&Bs. more

Jul 1, 2007

A wonderful, homey place with amazing food. The owners are brilliant - smart, helpful, nice. Their home is lovely. We felt incredibly welcome, as though we had known them for years. The homemade sodabread scones were out of this world wonderful! My husband and I deemed it as one of the best places we stayed on our two week trip.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Baltimore, Maryland
Jun 14, 2007

My wife and I stayed at Alcantra in early May 2007. Even though Liam and Brigid were not home when we arrived (early), their lovely daughter took great care of us. She also recommended the Marble City Bar for dinner after a long drive from Dublin. The "walk" into town was a little far, for us seniors, but all downhill... more

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5 of 5 stars
Co.Kildare
May 12, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

I stayed at Alcantra with my 2 Japanese friends & my husband for only one night. When I entered the house, I noticed this B&B was the best ever. Every room was very clean and tastefully decorated. Our bed was very comfortable and we slept well until the birds woke us up. They also have a nicely designed garden. Their... more

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5 of 5 stars
Seattle, WA
Dec 5, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

We loved this B&B. This was the first place we stayed on our arrival in Ireland and, by far, the best. Our hostess was extremely friendly and helpful. She came armed with a map and sat with us after breakfast to help us with suggestions on our daily activities. She also offered suggestions of pubs and restaurants for dinner. A... more

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2 of 5 stars
Worcester, Massachusetts
Oct 15, 2006
1/4 found this review helpful

This was the fourth of eight bed and breakfasts we stated at on our honeymoon to Ireland and Scotland. We were not impressed with the food, our hostess, or the room. We would never stay here again. Our hostess was polite, but while we were out she went through our things. For example, she moved my dirty underwear into a... more

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Alcantra B&B Address

Maidenhill | Kells Road, Kilkenny, Ireland