Great Southern Killarney

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Great Southern Killarney offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Killarney National Park. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Living room
The current price is $192
$218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Why we love this property

Work and wellness blend
Located in the city center, this hotel offers meeting rooms and a business center. After work, guests can enjoy the spa, sauna, and tennis courts.
Culinary paradise
Sample local cuisine with garden views at the restaurant, grab a bite at the cafe, or sip drinks at 2 bars. Full breakfast energizes each day.
Pool perfection
Slip into luxury mode at this hotel's indoor pool or hot tub. Parents can relax while kids splash in their own special children's pool.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table, and a view of trees through the window.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a teddy bear, a dining table with breakfast items, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Ambassador Suite

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a sitting chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.

Ambassador Suite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Grace Kelly Suite

  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a table with amenities, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Railway Residence

A two-story house with a front porch, large windows, and a clock on the second floor.

Railway Residence

  • City view
  • 96 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Victorian Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a chandelier, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Victorian Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a blue sofa, a nightstand, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Kennedy Suite

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, ornate furniture, a chandelier, and a dining table set with wine glasses and a fruit platter.

Kennedy Suite

  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT THREE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

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About the neighborhood

Map
Town Centre, Killarney, Kerry, V93 R866

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinema Killarney - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Mary's Church - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Kerry Way - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 14 min drive
  • Killarney Station - 2 min walk
  • Farranfore Station - 15 min drive
  • Rathmore Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Laurels - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪J.M. Reidy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lir Chocolate Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Killarney

  • Great Southern Killarney offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Killarney National Park. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 177 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1854
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

Dining

Killarney Wine Rooms - Overlooking the garden, this wine bar specializes in local cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
Garden Room Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Open daily.
Brownes Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
The Grand Foyer - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Hospitality Certified. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22.50 per person

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

Also known as

Malton
Malton Hotel
Malton Hotel Killarney
Malton Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Southern Killarney offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Southern Killarney does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Great Southern Killarney?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Killarney?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great Southern Killarney?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Southern Killarney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Great Southern Killarney and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Great Southern Killarney also has 2 bars, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Southern Killarney?

Yes, Killarney Wine Rooms offers local cuisine and garden views.

Does Great Southern Killarney have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Great Southern Killarney like?

Great Southern Killarney is in Killarney City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Killarney Station and 5 minutes' walk from Killarney National Park.

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Reviews

Great Southern Killarney Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served excellent food and the bar offered great cocktails and a wonderful atmosphere. (16 reviews)
  • Breakfast was excellent with many options and delicious food. (14 reviews)
  • Convenient parking was readily available and easily accessible adjacent to the hotel property. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property, beautiful rooms, friendly staff and delicious food and cocktails!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and very central to everything. Great staff too.
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at this property! The staff was very attentive & helpful. I wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy more of what the hotel had to offer. Very good location also to many attractions.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay, Walking distance to National Park. Rooms were immaculate. Will visit again
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes, the location was great, the breakfast great as well
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fabulous stay at the Great Southern. Our favourite hotel in Killarney! We got married here and were celebrating our anniversary. The hotel's attention to detail, service and care made it extra special. We will be back again soon❤️
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service . It was also a great location with the park and shopping nearby .
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10/10 Exceptional

Thank you so much this was the perfect stay! The coloring book and pencils were a HUGE hit we cannot thank you enough for the best stay! Breakfast was also delicious - so was the room service and food at the restaurant. Thank you!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building, great staff and location
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10/10 Exceptional

Every staff member was extremely kind and accommodating. Beautiful hotel, amazing breakfast, fantastic location.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Great Southern is fabulous! The room was beautifully appointed & the facilities are great. Breakfast was plentiful & delicious. All of the staff were extremely friendly, helpful & knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our stay!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place, and an amazing value when the price dips under $300. Not quite the full 5-star service, but pretty close. A grand older building, with enormous grounds. Great food as well.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a great hotel with easy waking access to Killarney. The Ring of Kerry is very accessible. The staff is wonderful, the grounds are immaculate and the bar and food are very good. I highly recommend it.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Beautifully appointed and well equipped with all amenities. This hotel continued to impress me. The gardens outside are stunning. My family and I commented repeatedly on how impressed we are were with the location, the staff and the hotel itself self. This place is worth the stay you will not regret it.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is beautiful and in a great location. Walking distance to great dinner spots, coffee shops and the castle & park. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The main restaurant was fabulous and so was the bar. I would 100% go back to this hotel. Our room was beautiful and clean and the bathroom was huge. The shower was great as well, good pressure and nice rain head, and full enclosed glass shower which is hard to find in hotels these days! Parking was really convenient as well. 10/10.
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10/10 Exceptional

The grounds, the hotel rooms, everything was in excellent condition. We had a wonderful staff person Salvio who greeted us with a heartfelt smile, helped us in anyway he could. We would recommend this to anyone especially if you are traveling by train It is right next door but there’s no noise from the station. This hotel is historic and very ell built
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10/10 Exceptional

I usually don’t leave reviews, but this hotel was absolutely spectacular. The staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and comfortable throughout my stay. The facilities are beautiful and well-maintained. Easily one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at—I would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Amazing staff
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8/10 Very good

Great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Attentive staff, beautiful rooms and common areas, and convenient to all the attractions of the town.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Great Southern Killarney hotel was magnificent! The property was beautifully maintained and the staff were very accommodating to our needs. We highly recommend this hotel and definitely plan on visiting again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Great hotel. Clean, comfortable, great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with past century charm, but modern in every way. This was an old Railroad era grand hotel. Rooms are huge with nice furniture. The staff could not have been better. Breakfast was excellent. Location is easy walking distance to pubs, stores, restaurants in downtown area. About 5 minutes drive to Killarney National Park. After having stayed 2 nights at Ashford Castle, I didn't think any other hotel could measure up. This one did.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel. Perfect mix of family run but with a big luxurious feel. Steeped in history.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly efficient staff. Room spacious and spotless. Beautiful hotel.