Must-see hotels in Killarney

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Kingfisher Lodge

    Killarney

    Lovely gardens are a highlight at this immaculate B&B, whose guest rooms are done up in rich, warm colours. Showers are good and powerful, and breakfasts…

  • Algret House

    Killarney

    Knotted pine and polished wood dominate the decor of this light, bright and spacious modern villa, on a quiet side street just a five-minute walk south of…

  • Shire

    Killarney

    This place falls somewhere between hostel and B&B. There are three comfortable (if a little oddly shaped) private rooms with bathrooms and a couple of…

  • Killarney International Hostel

    Killarney

    The Headley barons’ former residence, built in the 18th century on 30 hectares of woodland, is regal quarters for a 138-bed An Óige hostel. Signposted off…

  • Chelmsford House

    Killarney

    Set on a rise to the south of town (a 10-minute stroll away), this B&B enjoys a superb view of the Kerry mountains (and even a glimpse of Lough Leane)…

  • Killarney Haven

    Killarney

    The decor may be slightly dated, but these well-equipped self-catering apartments are clean and comfortable (some have balconies) and have a great…