Killarney Guesthouses
Photos: A selection of Killarney Guesthouses - (center row, left to right) Woodlawn House, Kathleen's Country House, and Killarney Lodge; surrounded by (from top left, clockwise) Old Weir Lodge, Rivermere, Glena Guesthouse and Slieve Bloom Manor.
Price
Key
B&B per person per night
€ - under 50
€€ - 50 to 75
€€€ - 75 to 100
€€€€ - 100 to 150
€€€€€ - over 150
Killarney Guesthouses
Fuchsia House, Muckross
Rd., Killarney, Co. Kerry, tel. 064-33743; fax 064-36588; e-mail: fuchsiahouse@eircom.net.
Located on the main road between Killarney town and Muckross House, this
4-star guesthouse was purpose built, insuring that all 10 bedrooms are
well-equipped and specifically geared for guests. As its name implies,
the house is set back from the road, surrounded by colorful gardens of
fuchsia and other flowering bushes and plants. Owner Mary Treacy is known
for her breakfasts (full Irish or vegetarian), served in a bright conservatory
room overlooking the terrace and gardens. €
to €€
Web site: www.fuchsiaguesthouse.com
Glena Guesthouse, Muckross Rd., Killarney, Co. Kerry,
tel. 064-32705; fax 064-35611; e-mail: glena@iol.ie.
This award-winning guesthouse provides a
warm welcome and many perks (free internet access, orthopedic beds, dispense bar service with ice, etc.). It is situated on the main road
between Killarney town and Muckross House — a 5-minute walk from
town. 26 rooms are available (including triple, quad and family rooms) and home-baking is a specialty as is a healthy options breakfast. €
to €€
Web site: www.hoztel.com
Kathleen's Country House, Tralee Rd., Killarney, Co.
Kerry, tel. 064-32810; fax 064-32340; e-mail: info@kathleens.net.
Over the years, this contemporary family home has evolved from a small
house with a handful of bedrooms to an award-winning 4-star multi-wing
guesthouse with mansard roof, panoramic windows, and a total of 17 guest
rooms. Hostess Kathleen O'Regan Sheppard has developed her house while
maintaining the highest quality standards and providing major hotel comforts
(such as power showers and orthopedic beds). A totally non-smoking house,
it sits on 3 acres of gardens and grounds, next to a dairy farm about
one mile north of Killarney town. Closed: early-November - early-March.
€ to €€
Web site: www.kathleens.net
Killarney Lodge, Countess Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry;
tel. 064-36499; fax 064-31070; e-mail: klylodge@iol.ie.
Set within a walled garden a few steps off the Muckross Road and a two
minutes' walk to the town centre, this large purpose-built 4-star guesthouse
is both appealing and convenient. Owner Catherine Treacy offers a choice
of 16 spacious and air-conditioned guest rooms with a full range of amenities.
The lounges have open fireplaces and a relaxing aura. Closed: mid-November
-mid-February. €
to €€ Web
site: www.killarneylodge.net
Kingfisher Lodge, Lewis Rd., Killarney, Co. Kerry; tel.
064-37131; fax 064-39871; e-mail: kingfisherguesthouse@eircom.net.
As its name implies, this modern two-story guesthouse is a favorite with
fishermen and women (tackle and drying rooms are available for guests),
as well as golfers and walkers. It sits within a 5 minute walk of the
town centre, amid a residential street (with private parking), surrounded
by private homes and B&Bs. Hosts Ann and Donal Carroll, who are known
for their varied breakfast menu, offer 10 rooms, each with TV, phone,
and hairdryer. Closed mid-December to early February. €
Web site: www.kingfisherkillarney.com
19th Green, Killorglin Rd., Lackabane, Fossa, Killarney,
Co. Kerry, tel. 064-32868; fax 064-32637; e-mail: 19thgreen@eircom.net.
You don't have to be a golfer to enjoy this 3-star guesthouse, but it
helps. It is situated 1.5 miles west of Killarney town, across the road
from three18-hole championship golf courses. Proprietors John ansd Freda Sheehan offer 13 modern guest rooms and a putting green outside. €
to €€
Web site: www.19thgreen-bb.com
Old Weir Lodge, Muckross Rd., Killarney, Co. Kerry, tel.
064-35593; fax 064-35583; e-mail: oldweirlodge@eircom.net.
Nestled in a walled garden setting on the main road between Killarney
town and Muckross House, this 4-star guesthouse has a distinctive Tudor-style
façade. Like many Killarney guesthouses, it was purpose built, insuring
that all 30 bedrooms are well-equipped and specifically geared for guests
(including king-size beds, power showers, and orthopedic beds; and some
ground-floor rooms). Proprietors Maureen and Dermot O'Donoghue are known
for their home baking. Closed: 23-26 December. €
to €€
Web site: www.oldweirlodge.com
Rivermere, Muckross Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry, tel.
064-37933; fax 064-37944; e-mail: info@killarney-rivermere.com.
Situated mid-way between the Killarney National Park and town center,
this custom-built 4-star guesthouse sits within its own walled grounds
amid shady trees, with parking at the front door. Proprietors Hannah and
Andrew Kissane offer 8 well-fitted rooms with all modern amenities including
power showers and orthopedic beds. Closed: November to early-March. €
to €€
Web site: www.killarney-rivermere.com
Slieve Bloom Manor Guesthouse, Muckross Rd., Killarney,
Co. Kerry, tel. 064-34237; fax 064-35055; e-mail: slievebloomanor@eircom.net.
Like many Killarney guesthouses, this 3-star guesthouse is positioned
on the main road between Killarney town and Muckross House, and an easy
walk to the town centre. Hostess Teresa Clery offers 11 guest rooms, with
ample car parking right outside the front door of the house. Closed: mid-December
- January. €
to €€ Web
site: www.slievebloomkillarney.com
Woodlawn House, Woodlawn Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry;
tel. 064-37844; fax 064-36116; e-mail: woodlawn@ie-post.com.
Tucked in a residential street just off Muckross Road and within a 10-minute
walk of the town, this traditional 3-star guesthouse is next to the Earl's
Court Hotel. Proprietors James and Anne Wrenn offer 11 guest rooms with
natural pine furnishings and modern comforts such as orthopedic beds,
TV and telephone. The Wrenns are known for their delicious breakfasts,
even catering to vegetarians; "early bird" breakfasts are also
available for those who need an early start. Closed: 23-30 December. €
to €€ Web
site: www.woodlawn-house.com
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