Killarney Small Luxury Hotels
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In Killarney, Small Luxury Hotels offer an intimate gateway to Ireland’s wildest scenery, blending polished service, locally sourced cuisine, and rooms that open onto peat-scented woods and shimmering lake views—choose a boutique property with an in-house spa and concierge to arrange jaunting-car rides, guided walks, or boat trips for a seamless, personalized stay. For the best experience, book rooms with park-facing balconies or a fireplace, consider shoulder-season travel for quieter lanes and better rates, and favor hotels that showcase local craftsmanship and sustainable practices to make your visit both indulgent and authentic.
Best Small Luxury Hotels in Killarney
Loch Lein Country House

Loch Lein Country House is a friendly, relaxed hotel on the shores of Loch Lein with superb views over Killarney's Lower Lake and the MacGillicuddy Reeks, serving as a gateway to the Ring of Kerry; guests can enjoy a drink in the lounge and modern Irish cuisine in Legends restaurant, while staying in spacious non-smoking bedrooms with many thoughtful features — the hotel was also voted 8th in the "World’s Top 10 Hidden Gems" by independent travel reviewers and is ideally located for exploring Kerry’s hills, national parks and world-class golf courses. - Superb lake and mountain views - Gateway to the Ring of Kerry - Legends restaurant: modern Irish cuisine - Spacious non-smoking rooms with thoughtful features - Rated 8th in the “World’s Top 10 Hidden Gems”
Killarney Heights Hotel

Arbutus Hotel

Downtown Killarney Hotels with Balcony
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The Ross

The Ross is a family-owned boutique hotel in southwest Ireland that marries luxury with a cool, stylish atmosphere; its 29 bedrooms sit alongside the dramatic Cellar restaurant and the lively Lane bar, guests benefit from free Wi‑Fi throughout, and the property preserves its long-standing reputation for comfort and friendly service. - Family-owned, personal service - Stylish, chic boutique design - Dramatic The Cellar restaurant - Lively The Lane bar - Free Wi‑Fi throughout
Killarney Royal Hotel

The Killarney Royal Hotel sits in the heart of Killarney just 200 metres from the train station, offering boutique luxury with individually designed rooms furnished with antiques, air conditioning, large marble bathrooms with baths and showers, Smart TVs and complimentary Wi‑Fi; guests can even practice putting with a putter provided in each room. Dining options include the Royal Restaurant serving international cuisine, afternoon tea in the Lobby Lounge and the Royal Bar & Bistro with a diverse lunch and dinner menu. The hotel is a short walk from busy shopping streets, five minutes from St. Mary’s Cathedral and Fitzgerald Stadium, one mile from Killarney Racecourse and about 2.5 miles from Killarney Golf Course and Muckross Abbey. - Central location near train station and shops - Individually styled, luxurious rooms with marble bathrooms - On-site fine dining, bistro and afternoon tea - Complimentary Wi‑Fi and Smart TVs in rooms - Close to golf, racecourse and major local attractions
Killarney Hotels with Private Balcony
Scott's Hotel

Scott’s Hotel sits opposite Killarney Train & Bus Stations and a two-minute walk from the shopping district, offering spacious rooms decorated in light modern colours with flat-screen satellite TVs, luxurious toiletries, extensive room service and complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout; some rooms boast panoramic views of the McGillycuddy Reeks. The hotel features three bars, the Courtyard Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows serving Irish and international cuisine, and Scott’s Bar & Courtyard which serves food daily from 12:30–21:00 and hosts live music in the courtyard each night (with a designated smoking area). Free underground parking is available, and Killarney Cathedral, Killarney National Park and Fitzgerald Stadium are all under a five-minute walk; friendly staff provide sightseeing recommendations and the hotel offers discounts for Killarney Lake Tours. - Excellent central location near train/bus stations and shops - Free underground parking - Spacious, modern rooms with high-speed WiFi - On-site restaurant and three bars with nightly live music - Close to Killarney attractions and sightseeing help/discounts
Killarney Dromhall Hotel

Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre

Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre sits in the heart of charming Killarney town, offering modern, comfortably furnished rooms and a leisure centre alongside friendly, courteous service for a peaceful and relaxing stay; on-site the lively O'Donoghue's pub—an atmospheric local favourite—serves excellent daytime cuisine and features live traditional music nightly in season, while the concierge can arrange golf on Kerry’s championship courses, fishing, horse riding or hill walking on request. - Central location in Killarney town - Comfortable, well-appointed rooms - Lively O'Donoghue's pub with daytime dining and seasonal live traditional music - Concierge-arranged golf, fishing, horse riding and hill walking - Friendly, courteous service
Castlerosse Park Resort

Castlerosse Park Resort is set in its own lakeside parklands just 2 km from Killarney town, offering splendid views of lakes and mountains and a location within Killarney National Park; the hotel provides free parking and complimentary WiFi, rooms with a TV, and bathrooms equipped with both a bath and shower plus a hairdryer, while onsite facilities include a golf course and a range of recreational options and the surrounding parkland is ideal for walking, hiking, cycling and exploring the area. - Stunning lake and mountain views - Lakeside parkland location inside Killarney National Park - Free parking and complimentary WiFi - Onsite golf course and outdoor activities - Rooms with TV and bath/shower plus hairdryer
International Hotel Killarney

The International Hotel Killarney is a charming town-centre hotel offering free Wi-Fi, delicious cooked-to-order breakfasts and luxury en suite rooms equipped with hairdryers, mist-free mirrors, satellite TV, tea/coffee and ironing stations; its air-conditioned executive rooms feature Egyptian cotton bed linen, memory foam mattresses, spa baths, 110V US sockets, laptop safes and bedside LED lighting, while on-site Hannigans Restaurant serves award-winning dishes made from fresh local produce including seafood and Irish beef, and Hannigans Bar provides a cozy atmosphere with real fires, good food and sports on a large TV; guests also have access to a library and a Residents Lounge for relaxing and unwinding. - Central town-centre location - Free Wi-Fi and cooked-to-order breakfast - Luxurious executive rooms with spa baths - Award-winning restaurant serving local produce - Cozy bar with real fires and sports on TV