The Royal Valentia Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Valentia Island with restaurant and bar/lounge

Photo gallery for The Royal Valentia Hotel

Front of property – evening/night
Aerial view
Lounge
Reception
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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Market Street, Knightstown, Valentia Island, Kerry
  • Skellig Experience Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Ballycarbery Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Four-Poster Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Four-Poster Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Valentia Island

At The Royal Valentia Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Tinnies and Valentia Heritage Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Hotel Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Valentia Island hotel include Skellig Experience Centre and Bray Head Loop Walk.

What's nearby

  • Skellig Experience Centre - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 13 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church - 15 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Skelligs Chocolate Co. - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Ballycarbery Castle - 23 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oratory Pizza and Wine Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Eva's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Fishermans Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Corner - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Royal Valentia Hotel

Hotel in Valentia Island with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and a meeting room are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Royal Valentia Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Valentia Island hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Royal Valentia Hotel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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 near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Bar]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 10.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

The Royal Valentia Hotel Hotel
The Royal Valentia Hotel Valentia Island
The Royal Valentia Hotel Hotel Valentia Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Valentia Hotel on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$273.51, 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 The Royal Valentia Hotel?

Yep, The Royal Valentia Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Valentia Hotel?

The closest beach to The Royal Valentia Hotel is Cuas Crom Beach (4.6 km).

Does The Royal Valentia Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

No, The Royal Valentia Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

The Royal Valentia Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely olde worlde hotel with a great view. Restaurant was nice and the service was very good. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GREAT STAY

Very comfortable, food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

On-uma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

On-uma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place on Valentia Island with plenty of things to do around the island itself. The breakfast is amazing. Overall I love this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

6/10 Okay

ROBERT

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Could use an upgrade !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old hotel that needs some updating. Wi-Fi is spotty. Our room looked over a roof that had equipment on it. No view at all. We still liked the place for its ambiance and pub
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge A

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice old hotel, well maintained with a nice view and good restaurant on the premises.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on Valentia Island to explore the region. Staff was outstanding. Breakfast and dinner the one night we ate there were delicious. It was a pleasant experience to stay in a hotel that has been in business for over 150 years.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Although hotel was not at all full and had rooms facing the water i was given a room with one side window overlooking tbe kitchen roof and outhouses without a glimpse of the views. Food average pub food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good trip

The lady who served in the restaurant on Friday night was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Self contained historic hotel. Wonderful staff in dining room . Enjoyable stay on the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
looked after me really well,being a disabled person....🙂
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding customer service at front desk. Original room was on second floor. Due to my problem with steps, they gladly changed us to a first-floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely charming hotel with very responsive staff. It was the perfect relaxing spot to end our busy trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful part of the world
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setting in a historical area. Although the hotel dates back to 1830’s, they have a nice setup for visitors to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great w

Charming sea-side hotel located at the end of the island. Our morning included a wonderful Irish breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful classic hotel with excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Stay

Overall a very good experience. Only complaints would be a bed mattress that was on the stiff side and a very very noisy exhaust fan in the bathroom. The surroundings on the peninsula were off the hook beautiful and don’t leave without driving out to the lighthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024