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The Lake Hotel Killarney

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Killarney with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled by the lake, The Lake Hotel Killarney offers a tranquil retreat with Irish cuisine at Castlelough Restaurant, a cozy library, and relaxing garden views. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast options or unwind near the lobby fireplace. Helpful staff are always available to make your stay memorable.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is €203
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

Why we love this property

Irish culinary delight
Enjoy authentic Irish cuisine at this hotel's restaurant. Meals are artfully prepared to order. The bar completes memorable dining moments.
Hypo-allergenic comfort
This hotel features curated guestrooms with individual decor. Every room comes with hypo-allergenic bedding for a sneeze-free, restful slumber.

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
On The Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, 9359

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lough Leane - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • INEC Killarney - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Muckross Abbey - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Kerry Way - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 17 min drive
  • Killarney Station - 14 min drive
  • Farranfore Station - 15 min drive
  • Rathmore Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Du Parc - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lir Chocolate Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Killarney National Park. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Castlelough Restaurant, which serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a hot tub and a sauna. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 131 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1820
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Piano
  • Fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Portable shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Garden
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Castlelough Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Lakeside Bistro – This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
The Devils Punchbowl Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.00 per person

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Lake Hotel Killarney
Lake Hotel
Lake Killarney
The Lake Hotel Killarney Hotel
The Lake Hotel Killarney Killarney
The Lake Hotel Killarney Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Lake Hotel Killarney does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Lake Hotel Killarney and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room. The Lake Hotel Killarney also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Yes, Castlelough Restaurant offers Irish cuisine.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a garden.

What's the area around The Lake Hotel Killarney like?

The Lake Hotel Killarney is a short 4-minute walk from Killarney National Park and 4 minutes' walk from Lough Leane. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.

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Reviews

The Lake Hotel Killarney Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, delightful, and top-notch with a great selection of options. (105 reviews)
  • The dining options were excellent, with great food, attentive staff, and a lovely atmosphere. (34 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including the hot tub, sauna, and thermal suite, were highly praised for their quality and relaxing experience. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel! The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms are beautiful and large. The views from the hotel are gorgeous!
Kayla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in a picturesque location. Great staff, both friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend
Gary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect from start to finish beautiful views. Couldn't fault it in anyway, close to national park. Will definitely stay again
View from our balcony and restaurant
Pauline, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From check in to we left, the overall experience was great. Bar staff
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb as always, there is nowhere like it
Michelle, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Front desk staff helpful but very curt. Dining and bistro staff were excellent! Rooms were done daily and timely.
Maureen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
joanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service
Edward, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice old hotel with beautiful scenery, good food, nice service and great to walk around.
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, excellent service and great selection for breakfast.
Andreas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great evening at the Lake hotel, food is excellent, stunning views and lovely breakfast too
Catherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, fun music in the evening at the bar.
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the rooms, which were spacious and located in the perfect spot to see beautiful views and a quick drive from the National Park - the included breakfast was just the icing on the cake!
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and great breakfast!
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was excellent. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Food and drinks were great.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view, wonderful Irish breakfast buffet and the bar had live trad music!
Keith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place!!! Loved everything about this hotel.
rhett k, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful family owned and run hotel in an idyllic spot on the lough.
Sarah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel tucked into natures most picturesque landscape!
Kristen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accommodations! Great meals!
Colin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and beautiful setting.
Leslie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The views from the hotel are impressive and the dining at the hotel was fabulous!!
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val, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A relaxing and pleasant stay with magnificent views. Especially enjoyed the spa and restaurant views. Highly recommend for a special event.
Doreen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff! Beautiful property! Delicious food and drink in the restaurant. Incredible
Patrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful tranquil hotel.
Michelle, 1-night trip