Newpark Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kilkenny, Ireland, hosting 320 at dinner.

Newpark Hotel

KilkennyCounty Kilkenny, Ireland

Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny holds up to 320 guests for a seated meal, with a minimum of 13, making it workable for both large celebrations and smaller gatherings.

Guests
320 at dinner
Rooms
132 rooms
Cost
€70 to €110a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
WAT

About the venue

Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny holds up to 320 guests for a seated meal, with a minimum of 13, making it workable for both large celebrations and smaller gatherings.

Legal ceremonies can be held on site, including humanist and spiritual options, and outdoor ceremonies are possible in the gardens.

With 132 bedrooms, an on-site coordinator, in-house catering, a bar, a pool and parking, guests can stay put for the whole weekend.

Wedding rates run from EUR 70 to EUR 110 per head, with off-season pricing from EUR 70 to EUR 100, and music can continue until a 02:30 curfew.

  • Seats up to 320 guests for dining, with a minimum of 13
  • 132 bedrooms on site, including a King Suite with Balcony and family rooms for up to 5
  • Legal ceremonies on site, plus humanist and spiritual options
  • Outdoor ceremonies in the gardens; fireworks permitted

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
320 guests
Smallest party taken
13 guests

Staying over

Rooms
132 rooms
Room types
8 listed

House rules

Music until
02:30
Fireworks
Yes
Children
Yes
Nearest airport
WAT
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold the ceremony at the hotel rather than off site?
Yes. Legal ceremonies can take place on site, and outdoor ceremonies are possible. Humanist and spiritual ceremony options are available.
How late can the music and celebrations run?
The noise curfew is 02:30. There is indoor reception space with dance space and a bar on site.
What does a wedding cost here?
Pricing is per head in euro, from EUR 70 to EUR 110. Off-season pricing runs from EUR 70 to EUR 100. Full details are in the 2026 rates document on the hotel website.
Where should our guests fly into, and can they stay on site?
The nearest airport is Waterford (WAT). The hotel has 132 bedrooms across several room types, from Classic Double or Twin Rooms to a Superior Family room for 2 adults and 3 children.
Are children welcome and can we have fireworks?
Yes to both. Children are allowed, with family and triple room types available, and fireworks are permitted at the venue.

Weddings held here

2025 · Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny
Brid & Adam

Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more, a celebration of our story so far and the beginning of the rest of our lives together.

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2024 · The Newpark Hotel
Nicola & Ciarán

On the day itself, we were treated like royalty.

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Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

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Sources for individual venue facts
  • Seated dinner: 320 guests

    “The main ballroom can cater for large weddings of up to approximately 320 guests, with flexible configurations for smaller or more intimate celebrations.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 13 guests

    “With a capacity from 13 guests up to 320 guests, we can cater for weddings of all sizes, including night-before gatherings and day-two celebrations.”
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  • Rooms: 132 rooms

    “132 Beautifully Appointed Bedrooms”
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  • Room types: 8 listed

    “Deluxe Family Room”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Newpark Hotel is fully licensed to host civil, humanist, and spiritual ceremonies within the hotel.”
    Read the source for legal ceremony on site
  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “The hotel features a private wedding garden that provide a picturesque setting for outdoor ceremonies (weather permitting).”
    Read the source for outdoor ceremony
  • Religious ceremonies: Humanist and spiritual

    “Newpark Hotel is fully licensed to host civil, humanist, and spiritual ceremonies within the hotel.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “With flexible conference suites for up to 700 guests, tailored menus from our award-winning chefs, and the unique backdrop of Ireland’s Ancient East, Newpark Hotel transforms meetings and events into experiences your guests will remember.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The ballroom features a private bar area, allowing your guests to relax and enjoy the festivities in comfort.”
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  • Price: €70 to €110 per head

    “Sunday to Thursday €70”
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  • Off-season price: €70 to €100 per head

    “Sunday to Thursday €70”
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  • Music until: 02:30

    “Our ballroom has a noise curfew of 2:30am, at which time music and amplified sound must conclude.”
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  • Fireworks: Yes

    “Fireworks are allowed at the venue; however, to be mindful of our surrounding neighbours, the latest they may take place is 9:30pm.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Located on the edge of medieval Kilkenny City, the Newpark Hotel is one of Ireland’s most loved family friendly resort style properties.”
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  • Nearest airport: WAT

    “WAT”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Complimentary Onsite Parking”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Whether you’re envisioning an intimate celebration or a grand affair, our stunning ballroom is the perfect setting, accommodating weddings from 120 to 320 guests in style and elegance.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “We danced the night away with family and friends, enjoying everything from Irish dancing to the fun and energy of a singing waiter, followed by a fantastic band and DJ who kept the dancefloor full all night long.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Enjoy our 17.5m swimming pool with a dedicated swimming lane and children’s area, alongside a complete thermal experience including a sauna, steam room, indoor jacuzzi, plunge pool, cold bucket shower, tropical shower, and a stunning outdoor infinity pool.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Nestled at the edge of medieval Kilkenny City, the award winning Newpark Hotel with beautifully landscaped gardens offers an opulent setting for your dream wedding.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Our dedicated Wedding Coordinator and expert Banqueting Team are committed to bringing that vision to life.”
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€70 to €110a head

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