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River Island Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Castleisland hotel

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Beach
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Golf

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Lower Main Street, Castleisland, Kerry
  • Place, CastleIsland River Walk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Killarney National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Ross Castle
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Castleisland

Near the airport.Stay at this Castleisland hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of CastleIsland River Walk and 2 miles (3 km) of Crag Cave. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Ballyseedy Memorial and Ballymacelligott Church.

What's nearby

  • CastleIsland River Walk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Killarney National Park - 26 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • INEC Killarney - 31 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Ross Castle - 32 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Muckross House - 40 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Farranfore Station - 7 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kerry Airport Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Forge Coffee & Market Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Warehouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Browne's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪sherwoods bar & restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

River Island Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Castleisland hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. River Island Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

This 3-star Castleisland hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
River Island Hotel offers 51 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily 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 transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 20 and December 27.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each 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

How close is River Island Hotel to the airport?

River Island Hotel is 5 mi (7-min drive) away from the Killarney (KIR-Kerry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Island Hotel?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Island Hotel on Dec 28, 2025 start from $101.96, excluding 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.

Does River Island Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at River Island Hotel.

Does River Island Hotel offer free breakfast?

River Island Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Island Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at River Island Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at River Island Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does River Island Hotel have a pool?

River Island Hotel does not have a pool.

Does River Island Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does River Island Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is River Island Hotel to downtown Castleisland?

River Island Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Castleisland.

River Island Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 251 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Would stay here again.

This hotel was very nice. Lots of things around.... Pubs and places to eat & shop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk personnel was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victorina

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

Excellent

It was excellent the receptionist Delia helped us find a places to see and the waitress a woman who untirely served us on our dinner with a smile. I asked the name but not sure was it Geraldine who returned the bank card that we left in the restaurant. We are so happy with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking trail in the hotel. Good restaurant and bar in the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mariam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel in town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Breakfast was wonderful. Parking is down the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable one night stay. Room and bathroom were in excellent condition. What stood out was the breakfast. Staff was friendly and inviting and the food was outstanding. Thank you Gavin for your humor and knowledge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Worthington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with an excellent dining room! The service was great and the staff were so welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast and beautiful hotel in a lovely town. The only downside was the restaurant specials where abit disappointing. But the staff where very helpful and it was a nice old fashioned hotel but in very good nick.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Lovely!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, excellent buffet breakfast included in the price. Had supper there one of the two nights we stayed and it too was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet room 112. Tea and coffee. No aircon and no walk in showers. Very quiet town and sadly lacking in places to get dinner. Enjoyed stay. Staff were very nice especially Gavin at breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Okay place, very noisy from close by pubs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne, Groveland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value and cosy

Very central location in the town. Good value for money. Breakfast is nice with fruit and lovely natural yogurt available as well as cheese and meats and of course the fry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent very friendly and food was delicious, enjoyed the quaintness of this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel presented higher than three star, exceptionally comfortable bed with high quality 100% cotton bedlinen. Good in room facilities including complimentary water. Good breakfast buffet. I ordered poached eggs and they were perfect. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended and I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Calgary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here because we wanted to explore the Ring of Kerry, and it turned out to be the perfect location. The locals were incredibly sweet and welcoming—we ended up having some great evenings playing pool and chatting with them. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable. Breakfast was hearty and satisfying, and dinner was just as delicious. The staff were wonderful—friendly and full of great recommendations for nearby sights. A great stay all around!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025