The Killarney Park Hotel is the town's grand hotel, set in the town centre on the edge of the national park. It is a polished, traditional luxury stay with a friendly, family run feel, and it suits visitors who want to be able to walk to dinner, pubs and the park without relying on a car. The rooms are spacious, starting with Classic Kings at about thirty one square metres and rising through Deluxe Kings, Deluxe Kings with balcony, Double Doubles and a range of suites, including Signature and Garden Suites and a one bedroom suite of around ninety two square metres. At the top, the Muckross Suite sleeps a large group in more than a hundred and thirty square metres.
Location and getting around
The hotel's address is in the middle of Killarney, so the shops, pubs, restaurants and bus and rail stations are all a short walk away, and the jaunting car stands and the entrance to Knockreer and the park are close. From here you can walk to Ross Castle in around forty minutes, and the hotel can arrange taxis, tours and boat trips for the further sights, such as Muckross House and Torc Waterfall. A car is useful for the Ring of Kerry and Dingle, but day tours collect from town, so it is not essential.
Rooms and facilities
Expect large beds, good bathrooms and quiet rooms on the garden side if you ask. The hotel has several places to eat and drink, including a fine dining option, An Evening With Antinori, The Peregrine, the Garden Bar, the Terrace and afternoon tea in the lounge, which makes it easy to stay in on a wet evening.
There is a spa, a health and leisure studio and a fitness centre, a billiards room and a library, and golf can be arranged nearby. These are all strong reasons to choose it for a winter break, when the days are short.
Who it suits and what to know: it is a good choice for couples, anniversaries and anyone who values service and space, and families can use the interconnecting rooms and larger suites. Rates sit at the top of the Killarney market, rising in summer and on holiday weekends, but they ease off in the colder months, when packages with dinner are common. Ask about parking when booking, check breakfast inclusion for your rate, and request a quiet side room if you are a light sleeper, since the town centre can be lively on weekends.
Why stay here
- ✓Spa and health studio
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Fine dining restaurant
- ✓Garden Bar and terrace
- ✓Afternoon tea
- ✓Billiards room and library
- ✓Suites with balconies
- ✓Town centre location
Good questions
Where is The Killarney Park Hotel?+
In the centre of Killarney town, within walking distance of the shops, pubs and the entrance to the national park. Ross Castle is about a forty minute walk away.
What are the rooms like?+
Spacious, from Classic Kings of around thirty one square metres to large suites, including a Garden Suite and the very large Muckross Suite.
Does it have a spa?+
Yes, there is a spa, a health and leisure studio and a fitness centre. Check opening times and treatment booking when you reserve.
