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Ballyseede Castle

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel with free breakfast

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Castle – Junior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Creator video
Dinner served, local cuisine
Staircase
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ballyseede, Tralee, County Kerry
  • Place, Ballyseedy Woods
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballymacelligott Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballyseedy Memorial
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Castle – Superior Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle – Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle – Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle – Junior Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Castle – Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tralee

Tralee retreat .Your stay at this Tralee hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Ballyseedy Woods and Ballymacelligott Church. Also, Ballyseedy Memorial is within half a mile (1 km) and Chute Hall Ogham Stones is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballyseedy Woods - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballymacelligott Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballyseedy Memorial - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tralee Town Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Aqua Dome - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 10 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gally's Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Brasserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ballyseede Castle

4-star Victorian hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Ballyseede Castle.

This Victorian Tralee hotel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1721
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ballyseede Castle offers 45 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Tralee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 4 to March 5:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ballyseede Castle to the airport?

Ballyseede Castle is 9.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Killarney (KIR-Kerry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ballyseede Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ballyseede Castle.

How close is Ballyseede Castle to the beach?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (20-min drive) from Fenit Beach and 12 mi (28-min drive) from Banna Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ballyseede Castle offer free breakfast?

Ballyseede Castle offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Ballyseede Castle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ballyseede Castle?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Ballyseede Castle?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ballyseede Castle have a pool?

Ballyseede Castle does not have a pool.

Does Ballyseede Castle have a restaurant?

Ballyseede Castle is home to O'Connell Restaurant, which features local cuisine. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from January 4 to March 5.

Does Ballyseede Castle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ballyseede Castle to downtown Tralee?

Ballyseede Castle is 2.5 mi away from Tralee.

Reviews

Ballyseede Castle Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 537 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely, just perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the amazing decor and it truly felt like we were living in a castle for a day! Many historical pieces, beautiful rooms to relax in and explore, and we even played chess! One note- the upper floors are VERY stuffy and hot even on the cooler days, it would be nice to have a larger fan and/or something to help stay cool (the one in the room was very small)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely rooms, great dinner and a really lovely traditional, classy environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best property! The room was gorgeous and the staff was amazing! If I came back to the area I would only stay here. It was worth every penny! Everyone should experience this place once. We had room 903 with the separate living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property. Very luxurious. Historic and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The castle was amazing! The horses and donkeys love to be fed special treats and the dogs were adorable. Sleeping in the original castle was a fairytale dream come true. The staff was friendly and the 5 course meal was delicious. I highly recommend Ballyseede to everyone!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Dream come true

A dream come true. I always wanted to stay in a castle and Ballyseede did not disappoint.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property that also has a nice trail that meets up with the Ballyseede Woods trail nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience at Ballyseede Castle. The room and grounds were quiet and beautiful. We had a lovely dinner and breakfast there as well. There are miles of trails to explore as well. Would definitely come back if we’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing castle and grounds. Very clean and accommodating! Delicious breakfast! The staf was not very knowledgeable about the castle or its rich history unfortunately. I googled most of the history. The main floor bar had limited hours and wasnt open suring oir stay. I wld still recommend Ballyseede Castle!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautiful stay, slow service

The hotel is beautiful. The reception staff made a mistake with my reservation and argued the point until I told her I had the printed reservation with me. She looked exasperated and suddenly there was no longer a problem. We had afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast at the hotel. The service was incredibly slow. We were ignored for long periods of time. The food was well done and nicely prepared. The grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful stay, relaxing and good food and service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Mendham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful, elegant, charming and attention to details. Perfect for wedding, or any event, and your person vacation! Not to forget my personal favorite, the 2 Irish wolfhound, love them!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This castle hotel was such a delight. The service was excellent. The bed was incredibly comfortable. The room was beautiful in the grounds were a dream.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, friendly and accommodating. The castle was very clean and quiet. I would definitely recommend this for a neat experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

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

Family stay at Ballyseede

This was one of the highlights of our trip!!! We wish we could have stayed longer! Loved seeing the Irish Wolfhounds too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Key West

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. The donkeys and ponies are delightful. Rooms are well appointed. Great dining. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Sabattus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, great vibes, and very nice staff. I especially loved all the animals and especially Doolin the dog. I was worried I would feel creeped out staying in an older castle. But the rooms didn’t feel creepy at all. Lovely grounds to walk around as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful castle property. The dogs were awesome. Staff was excellent, food was delicious and the breakfast was a highlight. Bravo to the cooks and breakfast staff. Beautiful property and grounds, we took a million pictures of property it was so lovely. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025