Great Southern Killarney, Killarney ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Town Centre, Killarney, Ireland

Great Southern Killarney is Killarney’s premier historic hotel, originally opened in 1854. Nestled on six acres of landscaped gardens, it embodies Victorian elegance and has been a favorite among celebrities and dignitaries. The hotel’s central location provides easy access to Killarney National Park and local attractions.

Location

The hotel is just a five-minute walk from Killarney town center and Killarney National Park. It is adjacent to Killarney Railway Station and is conveniently situated for easy access to major road routes and Kerry Airport, which is only 17 km away.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of accommodation options, including Classic Rooms, Superior Rooms, and luxurious Victorian Suites. Each room features modern amenities such as free high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and premium toiletries. Self-catering holiday homes are also available for families and groups seeking more independence.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Great Southern Killarney includes the gourmet Garden Room Restaurant, known for its locally sourced ingredients and elegant atmosphere. Brownes Bar serves a casual bar food menu and features a Whiskey Corner housing over 100 whiskies. Afternoon Tea is a tradition at the hotel, served in the luxurious surroundings of the Grand Foyer.

Leisure & Business

Great Southern Killarney boasts a well-equipped Health Club with a 15m swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and gym facilities. The hotel’s Events Centre is designed for corporate meetings and private functions, accommodating up to 950 delegates. Guests can also enjoy landscaped gardens and outdoor activities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Victorian Suite

Max:

2 persons

41 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Classic King or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Suite

Max:

2 persons

46 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Killarney100 m

Airports

Kerry (KIR) 17.3 km

Cork (ORK) 88.2 km

Train

Killarney Railway Station200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Excellent Breakfast!

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the breakfast; everything was served hot and beautifully presented.view full review

Dreamy Bed!

The comfort of the bed in my room was unparalleled; I had the best night's sleep I've had in ages.view full review

Prompt Assistance!

When my heating broke in the middle of the night, the staff quickly provided me with an electric heater, ensuring my comfort.view full review

Stunning Decor!

The lobby and Browne’s bar were exquisitely furnished, creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere to unwind.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Golf course
Sports trainer
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Make up services

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Location

Town Centre, Killarney, Ireland

Map view

street view

Town Centre, Killarney, Ireland

City landmarks

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1.3 km

Stadium

FitzGerald Stadium

910 m

Castle

Ross Castle

2.7 km

Killarney Enterprise Centre Saint Mary's Road Mission Road - Beech Road

Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty Memorial

860 m

Museum

Killarney House Gardens

660 m

Saint Mary's Church Cathedral Place

Knockreer Estate

1.1 km

93 New Street

Irish Whiskey Experience

650 m

Blasket View House Skellig Ring Foilnagearagh

Kerry Cliffs

880 m

Valley

The Black Valley

610 m

Museum

Killarney House

1.5 km

Amusement Park

Knockreer Playground

1.5 km

Town Hall Car Park

St. Mary's Well

1.7 km

Nearby

Church

Franciscan Friary

180 m

Church

Killarney Methodist Church

290 m

Gallery

Peter Cox Photography Gallery

440 m

Church

St. Mary's Church of Ireland

470 m

Library

Killarney

80 m

Mall

Killarney Outlet Centre

100 m

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Meeting of the Waters

610 m

18 Muckross Drive

Old Boathouse Trail

480 m

Fossa

Tomies Wood

490 m

Fair Hill

Speir Bhean Monument

170 m

Gallery

The Gallery 21 Fine Art Photography

290 m

6B Scott Street Off of College

The Back Lane Gallery

370 m

Barrys Lane

Dermot McCarthy Studio

450 m

18 Muckross Drive

Arthur Young Trail

480 m

Ross Island

The Copper Mines

610 m

Junction of Rock Road

I.R.A. Memorial

490 m

Store

David O'sullivan

520 m

6 Bridewell Lane

Frank Lewis Gallery

590 m

Restaurants

Lord Kenmare's Restaurant

250 m

18 College Street Murphy's of Killarney

Cronins Restaurant

270 m

9 College Street

Golden Chopsticks

210 m

East Avenue Road

Vendricks Restaurant & Wine Bar

160 m

3/4 The Courtyard Fairhill

Scotts Bar & Courtyard

290 m

Courtyard Cottages Scotts H otel Scotts Street,

Sandtrap Sports Bar & Grill

190 m

College Street McSweeney Arms Hotel

Phoenix House

220 m

Unit 6&7 The Courtyard Fairhill

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

comfortable

basic buffet

disappointing dining

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.2

Location

8.5

Service

8.5

Dining

6.2

4.5/5 based on 3538 reviews

#12 of 40 hotels in Killarney based on Tripadvisor

Frederick

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.0/10

The hotel's location is perfect for strolling into Killarney and enjoying the surrounding parks. The rooms, however, were quite outdated and did not match the website images, feeling lived in and not worth the price paid.

Rooms

5.0

The room with a garden view was old and felt lived in, not up to the standard expected for €162 euros per night.

Service

9.0

The staff were amazing, professional, unobtrusive, helpful, and friendly, displaying a genuine desire to ensure guests could relax during their stay.

Location

8.0

The location in Killarney is excellent, with friendly and helpful staff. However, during peak times, residents waiting for dinner may cause delays.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was disappointing, although the grilled Teppanyaki fish was enjoyable.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, valet parking, a welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance.

Terry

United States, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable, with a fantastically organized breakfast set-up. However, the room wasn't particularly big and was quite busy. The service, especially from the bar staff, was impeccable and welcoming, advising on room preferences. The location was perfect for exploring Killarney and its parks, but some felt amenities were overpriced. The dining experience was top-notch, with a focus on fresh and local products. Unfortunately, facilities seemed a bit outdated and pricey for what was offered.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable, with a well-organized breakfast.

Service

9.0

The bar staff provided impeccable service, and were very welcoming in addressing room preferences.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is perfect for strolling into Killarney and exploring the National Park.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was second to none, emphasizing fresh and local products.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were a bit old and overpriced compared to similar options.

Oliver

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. However, the organization of the buffet was very basic for the price we paid. The hotel was spacious and comfortable, absolutely perfect, with a lovely view at the window to the breakfast room.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were very polite and helpful, top class with not a rude or ill-mannered one amongst them. They were so helpful; nothing was any bother to them. We had 3 garden rooms that were clean, spotless, and had a beautiful balcony overlooking the gardens and water feature outside.

Location

10.0

The location was one of the main pros. It was right next to the train station, beside the shopping center, and within walking distance of the city center. We were in walking distance of everything in the town and in driving distance of the top sights in Kerry.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was very disappointing, not freshly cooked and practically cold. The orange juice was not freshly squeezed, and I had to go down the town for breakfast.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic for the price we paid.

clean

basic buffet

Robert

United States, August 2023

6.4/10

Staying at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room had an unfortunate location with a glass corridor right by the window, making it feel exposed to passersby. The curtains had tears, giving a shabby look. The hotel was busy and lacked availability for dinner, forcing us to find a restaurant in town. On the positive side, the staff was exceptionally friendly and organized, providing excellent service even for the kids. However, the absence of included breakfast was a downside to consider.

Rooms

6.0

The room was situated in a corner of the building with a glass corridor running along right at the window to the breakfast room, making it very exposed to passersby. Had to keep the curtains closed at all times due to lack of privacy and one of the curtains had a large tear, looking shabby.

Service

8.0

The staff were pleasant, efficient, and couldn't have been more helpful, especially with the kids. They offered valuable advice and made sure all our needs were met.

Location

9.0

The location was great, very central to everything. We could park the car upon arrival and didn't need it until leaving. The hotel's beauty treatments and afternoon tea were fantastic. However, an uncomfortable split bed disrupted our sleep.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing with greasy food that seemed to have been on the hotplate for a long time. It catered more to large groups of tourists, affecting individual customer service. On a positive note, light salads were available.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel facilities were all used for dining and bar areas, leaving little space to relax. No availability for dinner on Saturday night, and the lobby area was constantly full, making it challenging to find a place to sit for a drink.

Stuart

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

Staying on the third floor was perfect, offering a quiet retreat with a lovely garden view. The hotel's ideal location made exploring the area a breeze, although room updates and the absence of air conditioning in summer might be needed.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff couldn't have been more helpful, especially in catering to our family's needs, including the children.

Location

8.0

The location was fab and relaxing, within a 10-minute walk of the town center, and in close proximity to shopping and many restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delicious with a great variety of options, although the service was impacted by large groups' needs.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers great facilities for a comfortable stay.

clean

updating needed

Clara

United States, June 2023

6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The location was fantastic, right in the center of town with everything within walking distance. The rooms, however, really need some improvement to match the hotel's reputation, especially with the lack of air conditioning in the summer. The service was overall good, but the early morning knock on the door was a bit too much for me.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms need updating and were not cleaned properly, with dirty glasses and empty bottles left behind.

Service

7.0

The staff gave some great ideas on where to visit and were extremely accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was beautiful and convenient for shopping and dining, but the early morning noise on weekends was disruptive.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left a lot to be desired, even though some dishes were delicious.