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The Lake Hotel Killarney

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with fitness centre and sauna

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Infinity pool
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Aerial view
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Nestled by the lake, The Lake Hotel Killarney offers a tranquil retreat with Irish cuisine at Castlelough Restaurant, a cozy library, and relaxing garden views. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast options or unwind near the lobby fireplace. Helpful staff are always available to make your stay memorable.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room (Woodland View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located on a lake, The Lake Hotel Killarney is in Castlelough, a neighbourhood in Killarney. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Killarney National Park and Muckross Lake, while INEC Killarney and Cinema Killarney are cultural highlights. Killarney House Gardens and Knockreer Estate are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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On The Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, 9359

What's nearby

  • INEC Killarney - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Muckross Abbey - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Ross Castle - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Muckross House - 9 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 11 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kayne's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪the green room - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Luna Coffee + Wine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Lake Hotel Killarney

Upscale hotel near Killarney National Park
Consider a stay at The Lake Hotel Killarney and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Castlelough Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a front desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 131 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Private gardens, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Castlelough Restaurant
  • Lakeside Bistro
  • The Devils Punchbowl Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

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

Is The Lake Hotel Killarney pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Lake Hotel Killarney?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Lake Hotel Killarney located?

Located in Castlelough, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Killarney National Park and Lough Leane. INEC Killarney and Muckross Abbey are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Lake Hotel Killarney Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 867 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1015 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds Relaxing away from the crowds Outstanding service Cleanliness Beds were so comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning views and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view, nice staff, great food, and a great retreat location?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect setting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, food, room and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was full of luxury and views. Every staff member was polite and the spa was amazing. The food was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lake behind the property. Loved the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful location right on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Stunning views. Every aspect of the hotel was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic property, great restaurant, awesome breakfast buffet , location .,location ,location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel grounds were amazing. The restaurant food was great but the service was spotty …some excellent encounters, but some were not.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location; we struck a Bank Holiday Long weekend so the hotel bars and restaurants were crowded Rooms were great with lake and mountain views Deer grazing by the lake early evening We used the Thermal Spa for 20euros pp - excellent Beds were good; softer pillow option would have been nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous scenery and thermal spa was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the lake! The property was amazing. I would recommend staying here. FYI - Most rooms do not have AC, but not 100% necessary.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views, food, and service were incredible. We really enjoyed our 3 nights here. For us it was the pefect base from which to explore County Kerry and do some horseback riding in the Killarney national park. We loved that each morning we could start with an excellent breakfast and end each day with an excellent meal and dessert. We also enjoyed the local live music you had in the lounge at 9pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a beautiful spot not far from the shops and restaurants. Hotel was very clean and staff was nice and friendly. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and an amazing view of the lake and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Amenities
Everything was perfect! from the beautiful grounds and facility to the over the top staff. Exquisite bedding and wonerful food. Nothing but perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Reco the thermal experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is outstanding! The views are perfect for chilling at the hotel and you can easily take the daytime to tour the Ring of Kerry sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy room and clean. Loved the breakfast with beautiful view of the lake and mountains. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 star property ìn a beautiful setting. Not within walking distance to city center but is
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing! Staff also incredible. 3 people shared a room. It was too small.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were most excited for this stay as we love a good lake view. We were amazed at the insane views of not only the lake, but the wildlife and the mountains! We had a wonderful time, the staff was so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was very pleasant and helpful. Loved the variety of menu selections for dinner and the free breakfast buffet is the best I’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025