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Great Southern Killarney

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with full-service spa and bars/lounges

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Exterior
Lobby
Local cuisine, garden views
Property amenity
2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
The current price is AU$501
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Explore the area

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Town Centre, Killarney, Kerry, V93 R866
  • St. Mary's Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • INEC Killarney
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Ross Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Cots/infant beds
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ambassador Suite

Ambassador Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grace Kelly Suite

Grace Kelly Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Victorian Suite

Victorian Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Killarney

A luxury stay in the heart of Killarney awaits you at Great Southern Killarney. Within steps you'll find Speir Bhean Monument and Knockreer Estate. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna. Killarney Wine Rooms serves local cuisine. Brownes Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, indoor swimming pool and 24-hour gym plus access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In the area of this 4-property class Killarney City Centre hotel, you'll find Killarney National Park.

What's nearby

  • The Kerry Way - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • INEC Killarney - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ross Castle - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Muckross House - 11 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 4 min walk
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shire - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy O'Brien's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Killarney

Victorian hotel with full-service spa and bars/lounges
Great Southern Killarney offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre are also featured at the luxury Great Southern Killarney. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Killarney hotel.

  • 177 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1854
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Great Southern Killarney offers 177 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This Killarney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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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
  • Parking on site (EUR 3 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 22.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Brownes Bar
  • Garden Room Restaurant
  • Killarney Wine Rooms
  • The Grand Foyer

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1854
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
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

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 available for EUR 50.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 22.50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 3.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Malton
Malton Hotel
Malton Hotel Killarney
Malton Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Southern Killarney?

Great Southern Killarney offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Killarney?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Killarney on 11 Oct 2025 start from AU$501.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Great Southern Killarney?

Yep, Great Southern Killarney has a self car park for EUR 3.00 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Great Southern Killarney?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Great Southern Killarney. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Great Southern Killarney have a pool?

Take your pick from a pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Great Southern Killarney?

Great Southern Killarney features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 bars. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs and 24-hour room service.

What makes Great Southern Killarney a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and garden-view dining, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Great Southern Killarney.

Is Great Southern Killarney family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and supervised childcare, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Great Southern Killarney is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Great Southern Killarney?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Great Southern Killarney serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Southern Killarney?

No, Great Southern Killarney does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Southern Killarney?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Great Southern Killarney's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Southern Killarney?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Killarney?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Great Southern Killarney?

There isn't one on site, but Ross Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk away.