Existing just shy of someone’s dream of Ireland, Killarney sits between rolling emerald hills and on the shores of Lough Leane. It has been a travellers’ crossroads for generations, being at once a stop on the “Ring of Kerry”, and the start/end-point of the 200km Kerry walking trail. Crammed with historic buildings and wonderful pubs, it’s no wonder the tourists keep coming.
As with anywhere so firmly on the radar, Killarney is not short on places to stay. Many of its bedding posts have been in the hotel game for a while now, which has given them plenty of time to perfect their trade. That said, there are still the inevitable tourist traps to negotiate, and we at TravelMag have put together this handy list to help you do just that.
Killarney Court Hotel
From £61/ night
You come to Killarney for the nature, so why would you want to be stuck in town trying to enjoy it? A short drive from the centre and surrounded by more natural beauty than you’ll know what to do with, Killarney Court allows you to get up close to the landscape; and with its on-site beauty centre, elegant furnishings, and full accoutrement of modern conveniences, to do so in comfort and style.
Eviston House Hotel
From £61/ night
A family-run hotel with a high-class sheen. Offering luxury from lobby to roof, this is a spectacular deal in the centre of town. There’s a sauna and hot tub on the premises for when you want to push relaxing to the next level, and the rooms are plush and fully decked out with WiFi and TVs. Expect Irish music every night in the downstairs pub.
Killaran House
From £57/ night
For those travellers in search of a more “home away from home” vibe, this superlative guest house is an extraordinarily welcoming choice, with complimentary hampers greeting you on arrival, packed with luxurious toiletries and more besides. There’s also a concierge service and WiFi available throughout the property. No wonder it’s won awards.
Innisfallen Hotel
From £61/ night
Right on the shores of the beautiful Lock Leane, this is a hotel to luxuriate in and where you can choose the kind of holiday that’s perfect for you. With kitchenettes and spacious living areas attached to some rooms, you can opt for a more independent experience, or if you want, you can head down to the onsite restaurant, where an extensive international and traditional Irish menu will cater to your taste-buds’ every whim. Satellite TVs, WiFi, and en-suites come as standard.
Murphy’s of Killarney
From £79/ night
If Killarney can feel at turns a little like finding yourself in the very heart of Ireland, Murphys is a bit like being in the heart of Killarney. Its beautiful façade gives you a good idea of the heart-warming traditional welcome waiting inside. Very much a pub and restaurant as well as a hotel, expect Irish music some nights and a cosy atmosphere. The rooms are comfy too, offering the usual blend of modern amenities. A perfect place from which to plan a stomp around the national park nearby.