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The Lake Hotel Killarney

4.0 star property
4-star hotel in Castlelough

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A calm lake with a mountain in the background, surrounded by trees and vegetation.
Aerial view
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk
Golf
A swimming pool with water cascading over the edge, a grassy field, and a lake with mountains in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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On The Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, 9359
  • Place, Killarney National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Leane
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, INEC Killarney
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a large wooden headboard, a red patterned rug, and a small side table with a lamp.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Killarney

Castlelough stay.At this Castlelough hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Killarney National Park and Lough Leane. INEC Killarney and Aguila Club Leisure Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lough Leane - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • INEC Killarney - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Muckross Abbey - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Killarney Race Course - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 14 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lir Chocolate Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monk's Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Porterhouse Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4-star hotel in Castlelough
The Lake Hotel Killarney offers its guests a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Lake Hotel Killarney. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Killarney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1820
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lake Hotel Killarney offers 131 accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Killarney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

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 not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lake Hotel Killarney to the airport?

The Lake Hotel Killarney is 12 mi (17-min drive) away from the Killarney (KIR-Kerry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Hotel Killarney on Aug 3, 2026 start from $273, 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.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lake Hotel Killarney.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lake Hotel Killarney, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney have a pool?

The Lake Hotel Killarney does not have a pool.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney have a restaurant?

The Lake Hotel Killarney is home to Castlelough Restaurant, which features Irish cuisine.

Does The Lake Hotel Killarney have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lake Hotel Killarney to downtown Killarney?

The Lake Hotel Killarney is 1.5 mi away from Killarney.

The Lake Hotel Killarney Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 871 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing and the scenery was so tranquil. An amazing place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very good view across lake and surrounding area world class something for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with incredible views and a fantastic breakfast. Staff were very friendly and provided great recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Included breakfast; the staff went above and beyond; complementary drinks; the views were magnificent; this was the best stay on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, wonderful front desk staff, and great breakfast. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the breakfast was delicious. We loved the he close proximity and walking around Killarney National Park. We wished we had stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was drop dead gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful view of castle just outside our room, we saw deer roaming on property and a beautiful swan. Pub was very enjoyable and staff friendly and helpful. Loved staying there and hope to visit in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

CATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location on the lake was fabulous. It’s stunning scenery. It’s a traditional style comfortable hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lake Hotel is definitely the sort of place you want to return to. It's in a beautiful setting, the meals are excellent and the staff very professional and helpful. Get a lakeview room, it's worth it for the view you wake up to each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with stunning views over the lake and hills. Fabulous breakfast and different dining options for lunch and dinner. A large hotel with a caring family atmosphere.
Sunrise from the room
Lake view
Killarney National Park from hotel.
Castle on property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, beautiful historic building, pleasant helpful stall, and good food and drinks at a good price. Comfortable bed and free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. View is second to none.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Beds were so comfy. Bistro was delicious. The ground spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Killarney National Park. Great place for a couples getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Beautiful view of the lake and mountains. Friendly and helpful staff. Hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical setting where deer and swans wander by, and castles transport you through time. The hotel hits the perfect balance between providing every amenity without intruding on your peace. We loved our lake house stay and hope to return someday.
View from our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a wonderful 2 night stay Ability to walk to the park and explore Exploring the property itself was are wonderful Great rooms wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has beautiful, walkable grounds, great staff, delicious food, and exciting amenities. Can not recommend it enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel! The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms are beautiful and large. The views from the hotel are gorgeous!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from breakfast and being by the lake is a site in itself. Abit far from town, about a 30 minute walk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place! Family run for almost a century. So much history in the building, friendly and helpful staff, and beautiful scenery. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect from start to finish beautiful views. Couldn't fault it in anyway, close to national park. Will definitely stay again
View from our balcony and restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026