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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Ashe Hotel

    Tralee

    Right in the town centre, this contemporary hotel offers good-value, stylish accommodation. Family rooms sleep four; there are also interconnecting rooms…

  • San Antoine

    Ring of Kerry

    At the western edge of town, this spotless and spacious B&B sports a large terrace and breakfast room, both with views towards sea and hills. The owners…

  • Ceann Trá Heights

    Dingle Peninsula

    An ideal base for exploring the area, this comfortable, modern five-room guesthouse has a great location overlooking Ventry Bay (rooms 1 and 2 have…

  • Sive Hostel

    Ring of Kerry

    Simple and sweet, this homely hostel has good-value private rooms, some in a cute stone cottage at the back, a rooftop balcony with great views and a…

  • Coffey's River's Edge

    Ring of Kerry

    You can sit out on the balcony overlooking the River Laune at this contemporary B&B with 10 spotless spring-toned rooms and hardwood floors. Cots are…

  • Valentia Island Caravan & Camping

    Skellig Ring

    Set on the southwestern edge of Knightstown, this campsite has good facilities, including a campers' kitchen and games room, and owners who are…

  • Harbour House

    Dingle Peninsula

    Overlooking the Maharees Islands, this guesthouse is used mainly by scuba divers taking advantage of its on-site dive outfit Waterworld (instruction takes…

  • Travellers’ Rest Hostel

    Ring of Kerry

    All low ceilings, gingham curtains and dried flowers in the grate, Travellers’ Rest has the quaint feel of a country cottage, with an open fire and a self…

  • Skellig Lodge

    Skellig Ring

    Budget accommodation is great value at this modern hostel with mountain and bay views, which has single, double and family rooms (no dorms), including…

  • Dingle Camping & Caravan Site

    Dingle Peninsula

    A 450m walk west of Gallarus Oratory, this sheltered, 42-pitch campground is just a 1km stroll east of beautiful Wine Strand beach. The owner is a great…

  • Mount Brandon Hostel

    Dingle Peninsula

    A patio overlooks the bay from this small, simple hostel with scrubbed wooden floors and furniture. Most rooms have private bathrooms. An apartment with…