The Lake Hotel Killarney

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Killarney National Park

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Lake
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Lake View
Aerial view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Infinity pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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On The Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, 9359
  • Place, Killarney National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Leane
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, INEC Killarney
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Lake view

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Killarney

At The Lake Hotel Killarney you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Killarney National Park and Lough Leane. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Castlelough Restaurant, serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Devils Punchbowl Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Castlelough hotel include INEC Killarney and Muckross Abbey.

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
  • Killarney Race Course - 8 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 14 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Flesk Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kayne's Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Lake Hotel Killarney

Lakefront hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Killarney National Park
The Lake Hotel Killarney offers its guests Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Lake Hotel Killarney. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Killarney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1820
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lake Hotel Killarney offers 131 accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Killarney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Castlelough Restaurant
  • Lakeside Bistro
  • The Devils Punchbowl Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

The Lake Hotel Killarney offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Yep, The Lake Hotel Killarney has a free self car park.

Is The Lake Hotel Killarney family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Lake Hotel Killarney is a hit with families.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests are hooked on the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Available daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

No, The Lake Hotel Killarney does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Lake Hotel Killarney Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie, Fairbanks

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted promptly by wonderful staff. Shared ideas of sites to see. Booked for 1 night, stayed for 3. Highly recommend this luxurious hotel. Thank you all so much.
Fig & Raspberry deliciousness
Halibut
Mushroom crochet
Lobster Ravioli
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, excellent service and great selection for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great evening at the Lake hotel, food is excellent, stunning views and lovely breakfast too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A relaxing and pleasant stay with magnificent views. Especially enjoyed the spa and restaurant views. Highly recommend for a special event.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and excellent service
Beautiful view from our room
 Beautiful bar drinks
Beautiful views from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rhett k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place!!! Loved everything about this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mickey, Twin Falls

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY, NEWTON

Travelled with partner
Beautiful views and very nice, clean property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bríd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thermal Suite was an extra charge of €20 pp but well worth it for 1.5 hours. Spotless and v friendly efficient staff. The Lake Bistro had beautiful food selection for lunch and evening meal. Busy and couldn’t reserve a table but very friendly staff and quick turnaround.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique grounds and decorative memorabilia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Fair Lawn

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was wonderful. We shared this stay with two other couples and we all had an exceptional experience. Convenient to everything, choice of dinning, and overall value.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

raja segar

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean hotel, comfortable but it is an old building renovated into a hotel so rooms are not very sound proof. We had to change rooms after first night due to this, the staff was very accommodating and helpful and made our 4 nights here very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations! Great meals!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property complete with castle ruins, lake, and trails to local attractions. Friendly staff, great breakfast with a view. Musician in the pub at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William, Dorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is perfectly positioned on the lake in Killarney National Park. Great views and walkability. Property is a little tired and creeky. Have to take multiple lifts to get to the 4th floor, for example. The hot tub costs and extra €20 per person, but it’s candidly better because it makes it much less crowded. Great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel tucked into natures most picturesque landscape!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Wilson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bistro menu was limited. Also, the nightly music below our room was loud and kept us up. Otherwise the grounds and setting were stunning. Staff was friendly and very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025