Butler Arms Hotel

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Butler Arms Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is $273
$310 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1

Why we love this property

Beachfront bliss
Shoreline splendor beckons at this hotel on the beach. The gentle waves and sandy shores create a perfect coastal retreat.
Foodie paradise
Free cooked-to-order breakfast starts the day in culinary style. This hotel also boasts a restaurant and bar for epicurean adventures.

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small vase of flowers.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic King Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a vase.

Classic King Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Map
New Line Road, Waterville, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Waterville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Charlie Chaplin Statue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Skellig Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 18 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beachcove Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Scarriff Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blind Piper - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪O'Carroll's Cove - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dooley's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Butler Arms Hotel

  • Butler Arms Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM

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*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf caddy on site
  • Golf cart on site

Facilities

  • Built in 1884
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Piano
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf driving range on site
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of EUR 100.00 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 12 2026 to May 3 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between October 21 and March 19.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

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 Butler Arms Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from October 12 2026 to May 3 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Butler Arms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Butler Arms Hotel 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.

Are pets allowed at Butler Arms Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Butler Arms Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Butler Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of EUR 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at Butler Arms Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Butler Arms Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Butler Arms Hotel like?

Butler Arms Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Waterville Beach and 4 minutes' walk from The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition.

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Reviews

Butler Arms Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and with a great choice of options. (12 reviews)
  • The restaurant served excellent meals with great food quality and a fantastic atmosphere. (7 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and free, a convenient amenity for guests. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Extremely comfy bed, great location, fantastic food, & wonderful staff.
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8/10 Very good

Charming but dated. Bar was closed. Breakfast was delicious but staff was surly; not Irish
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10/10 Exceptional

All of the workers were so friendly and helpful with everything we needed! We had a fantastic time and hope to be back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in a great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall excellent experience, Great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful layout.. quaint rooms.. great staff!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice Hotel, beautiful view of the bay, staff was very friendly. Perfectly located on the Ring of Kerry.
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10/10 Exceptional

What an amazing stay at the Butler Arms Hotel in Waterville. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel incredibly welcome. The hotel is spotlessly clean, beautifully presented, and the views are absolutely stunning. The greeting we received was exceptional. The gentleman called Brian who welcomed us went above and beyond, finding us a parking space and personally showing us to our room. That level of personal service really makes a difference. Every single member of staff we encountered was friendly, attentive and genuinely committed to making our stay enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was also excellent, with a great choice and everything prepared to a very high standard. We also had a fantastic meal at Charlie’s Restaurant. The food was top quality. My wife had the steak, which was absolutely outstanding, while the scallops were equally delicious. Overall, a truly wonderful experience from start to finish. Fantastic hotel, amazing views, exceptional staff and superb food. We would highly recommend the Butler Arms Hotel and Charlie’s Restaurant and would definitely return.
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8/10 Very good

Very big room with great view of the sea. The food menu in the bar was very good. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
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10/10 Exceptional

Older hotel that has been very well maintained. Beautiful views.
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10/10 Exceptional

Kind and helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was delicious! The view, although it was cloudy, was breathtaking!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view of the ocean from our window! We had a very pleasant and comfortable stay!
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8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel with good breakfast, right next to the sea. Lovely having a sea view. Very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Butler Arms a retro gem

Wonderful location and beautiful hotel overlooking the sea, loved everything about the butler arms and the breakfast was excellent- real 5 star standard
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Waterville

Excellent stay. Staff are do kind!
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8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly. Hotel itself was a bit dated but well kept. Perfect for longer stay as the hotel had many spaces to lounge and relax while overlooking the sea.
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely charming place. We upgraded to the larger room with the fireplace which came in handy with cold, rainy weather. Great view of the sea. Food in the restaurant was really good. Enjoyed having Irish Coffee on a inclement weather day. Loved our stay of 3 nights.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay! The interior of this property was so quaint and beautiful. We loved both of our meals at the restaurant. Gorgeous view of the water. This hotel was a perfect stop on our Ring of Kerry tour. Thank you!
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6/10 Good

Beef stew from the lobster amazing. Darrynane national park/beach beautiful
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly Staff and Great Location

Staff is super friendly and the hotel is a lot bigger than I thought it would be. Rooms were a little older, but very clean. Location is perfect for dining (on-site is great as well), walking the boardwalk and only two minutes from the golf course. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stumbled upon this quaint place with a great view! Staff was fantastic and the breakfast was delicious! Met some wonderful travelers as well! This place is such a fun, neat stay with a close walk into town. Highly recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the breakfast offerings and friendly staff. The pub and lovely bartender also great. Also loved the Charlie Chaplin connection. Wish we could have spent more time at your venue-we shall return!
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10/10 Exceptional

Right by the ocean, with a nice walking path. Some parking available.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fabulous room (lots of space) with a fantastic view of Ballinskellings Bay. Lots of luxury touches in the room. Our dinner (and breakfast) were excellent. NO question this is an outstanding lodging.