Must-see hotels in County Kerry

  • Atlantic Villa

    Skellig Ring

    Built in 1873 for the superintendent of the transatlantic telegraph cable between Valentia and Newfoundland, this historic house has a blazing open fire…

  • Parknasilla Resort & Spa

    Ring of Kerry

    On the tree-fringed shores of the Kenmare River with views to the Beara Peninsula, this hotel has been wowing guests (including George Bernard Shaw) since…

  • Cahernane House Hotel

    Killarney

    A tree-lined driveway leads to this magnificent manor 2km south of town, dating from 1877. A dozen of its 38 antique-furnished rooms (some with claw-foot…

  • Brook Lane Hotel

    Kenmare

    Chic rooms warmed by underfloor heating are individually decorated with bespoke furniture and luxurious fabrics at this contemporary olive-green property…

  • Meadowlands Hotel

    Tralee

    Strolling distance from town but far enough away to be quiet, Meadowlands is an unexpectedly romantic four-star hotel with stunning vintage-meets-designer…

  • Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse

    Ring of Kerry

    Pampering is the name of the game at this luxurious 10-room guesthouse set above one of the Ring of Kerry's best places to eat. Stylish modern bedrooms…

  • Dromquinna Manor

    Kenmare

    This country estate on the shores of Kenmare River, 4.5km west of Kenmare, has 14 sturdy safari-style tents, luxuriously outfitted with plush double beds…

  • Black Sheep Hostel

    Killarney

    This hostel was designed by travellers, and it shows – custom-made bunks with built-in lockers, reading lights, charging points and privacy curtains; a…

  • Mannix Point Camping & Caravan Park

    Ring of Kerry

    Mortimer Moriarty's award-winning waterfront campsite is one of Ireland's finest, with 42 pitches, an inviting kitchen, a campers' sitting room with peat…

  • Castlewood House

    Dingle Town

    Book well ahead to secure a berth at Dingle's top hotel, a haven of country-house quiet and sophistication, yet less than 10 minutes' stroll from the town…

  • Pax House

    Dingle Town

    From its highly individual decor (including contemporary paintings) to the outstanding views over the estuary from the glass-framed terrace and balconies…

  • Portmagee Heights

    Skellig Ring

    A location at the top of a hill just west of the village means that three of the five bedrooms at this luxurious B&B enjoy fantastic views across the…

  • Crystal Springs

    Killarney

    The timber deck of this wonderfully relaxing B&B overhangs the River Flesk, where trout anglers can fish for free. Rooms are richly furnished with…

  • Sheen Falls Lodge

    Kenmare

    The Marquis of Landsdowne's former summer residence still feels like an aristocrats' playground, with a fine-dining modern Irish restaurant, cocktail bar,…

  • Teach de Broc

    County Kerry

    Framed by flowers, this low-rise boutique inn next to the golf club has 14 spacious rooms that are thoughtfully appointed (hypo-allergenic pillows, free…

  • Butler Arms Hotel

    Ring of Kerry

    The castellated towers of the Butler Arms have dominated the north end of the village since 1884, and the hotel has provided accommodation for many famous…

  • Great Southern

    Killarney

    Hidden behind high ivy-clad walls in the town centre, the grand Georgian-style Great Southern first opened its doors in 1854 as the Railway Hotel; its…

  • Cronin's Yard

    Gap of Dunloe

    Cronin's Yard is the traditional access point for hillwalkers heading for Carrauntoohil. There's a car park (€2), tearoom, showers and toilets, a free…

  • Park Hotel

    Kenmare

    Overlooking Kenmare Bay, this 1897 Victorian mansion has every conceivable luxury: an indoor swimming pool, heavenly spa, tennis and croquet courts and…

  • Blasket Island Experience

    Dingle Peninsula

    If you're looking for luxury, look elsewhere. These three restored cottages on Great Blasket island have no electricity, no hot running water and…

  • Aghadoe Heights Hotel

    Killarney

    A glassed-in swimming pool overlooking the lakes is the centrepiece of this contemporary hotel. Guests and nonguests can also soak up the views from the…

  • Glanleam House

    Skellig Ring

    A narrow, overgrown road leads to this Georgian manor house, built in 1770 for the owner of a linen mill. It has four lovely, antique-furnished guest…

  • Listowel Arms Hotel

    County Kerry

    Overlooking the river, Listowel's principal hotel is a family-run affair in a Georgian building that balances grandeur with country charm, with 42 antique…

  • Old Pier B&B

    Dingle Peninsula

    With a clifftop setting looking out across Smerwick Harbour to the triple peaks of the Three Sisters, the Old Pier enjoys the perfect sunset location…

  • Moorings

    Skellig Ring

    The Moorings is a friendly local bar and restaurant. It has 16 guest rooms, split between superior sea-view choices and simpler options, decorated in…

  • Rainbow Hostel

    Dingle Town

    This brightly refurbished bungalow, set in large gardens 1.5km northwest of town on the road towards Brandon Creek, offers basic but comfortable…

  • Virginia's Guesthouse

    Kenmare

    You'll be hard-pushed to find better value than this central B&B with eight comfy rooms and a lounge/library with free tea and coffee, but the trade-off…

  • Wave Crest

    Ring of Kerry

    Just 1.6km southeast of Caherdaniel, this year-round campground has a superb setting right on the rocky waterfront with front-row sunset views. From June…

  • Kenmare Fáilte Hostel

    Kenmare

    Perfectly located in a Georgian townhouse, this hostel is fitted out with quality furnishings and equipment – there's even an Aga cooker in the kitchen –…

  • Brookhaven House

    Ring of Kerry

    The pick of Waterville's B&Bs is the contemporary Brookhaven House, run by a friendly family. Spick-and-span rooms with views towards either Waterville…

  • Neptune's Killarney Town Hostel

    Killarney

    Basic but adequate, this hostel has a great central location without being too noisy (it's set well back from the street). Its best aspect is the staff's…

  • Hideout Hostel

    Dingle Town

    Converted from a former guesthouse, this central hostel has inherited private bathrooms in all rooms. Top-notch facilities include two lounges, bike…

  • O'Connor's Guesthouse

    Dingle Peninsula

    Book ahead to bag a simple room or a table in this welcoming village pub, which serves food made using local produce (from 8.30am to 8.30pm), ranging from…

  • Royal Valentia

    Skellig Ring

    Established in the 1830s, this Victorian hotel has been given a modern makeover with 30 bright, uncluttered rooms (some with four-poster beds and many…

  • Dingle Benner's Hotel

    Dingle Town

    A Dingle institution, melding old-world elegance, local charm and modern comforts in the quiet bedrooms, lounge, library and (very popular) Mrs Benner's…

  • Olde Forge

    Ring of Kerry

    Fantastic views of Kenmare Bay and the Beara Peninsula unfold from this ivy-covered B&B, both from the garden terrace out front and from most of the…

  • Killarney Plaza Hotel

    Killarney

    Although it dates only from 2002, this large 198-room hotel channels the style of the art deco era. Classically furnished guest rooms and public areas are…

  • Fairview

    Killarney

    Reflected in polished wooden floors, the individually decorated rooms (some with classical printed wallpaper, some with contemporary sofas and glass) at…

  • Inch Beach House

    Dingle Peninsula

    Breezy Inch Beach House is all skylights, sea views, light colours and modern fittings. Rooms come with king-size beds; higher-priced rooms directly face…