Kilkenny is a medieval town, and the streets were not designed for cars. But that's the only place for cars to be.
A hostel is normally a dorm-style flophouse for backpacking types, but the one in Kilkenny has some private rooms. Almost like a hotel, but no queen bed (nor private bath).
The Marble City Bar is a pub with food a cut above what you will find in most pubs. We didn't get any pictures of it.