Great Southern Killarney – A Favorite for Families in Killarney
About the Hotel
Historic Accommodation Options
Great Southern Killarney offers Classic, Superior, Deluxe, and Victorian Suite rooms, many with views of the mountains or landscaped gardens. All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and The White Company toiletries. Victorian Suites feature separate claw baths and showers, sitting areas, and in-room refrigerators. The property also includes self-catering holiday homes with kitchenettes and The Railway Residence, a standalone Victorian house with two apartments.
Multiple Dining Venues
The Garden Room Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner under a gilt domed ceiling, overlooking the hotel's gardens. Brownes Bar offers a food menu from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM daily and houses The Whiskey Corner with over 100 international whiskies. Afternoon Tea is served Wednesday through Sunday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Victorian drawing rooms. The hotel grows herbs and vegetables in its gardens for use in the restaurants.
Recreation and Wellness Facilities
The Health Club includes a 15-meter swimming pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, and a gym with modern equipment. The property features 6 acres of landscaped gardens, an on-site children's playground, and two outdoor tennis courts. Guests can borrow hotel bicycles to explore the area. During school holidays, the Kerry Cubs Kids Club operates for younger guests.
Central Killarney Location
The hotel is situated on East Avenue Road in Killarney town center, directly adjacent to Killarney Bus and Train Stations. It is a 5-minute walk from Killarney National Park entrance and within walking distance of St. Mary's Cathedral, shops, and restaurants. Kerry Airport is 20 minutes away by car, while Cork Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes away. Complimentary parking is available for guests.
Comprehensive Guest Services
Services include babysitting upon request, a taxi service, and a business center with internet access. The hotel offers event spaces for weddings and conferences, including The Events Centre and private dining rooms. Gift vouchers are available for hotel services and can be redeemed at sister properties Killarney Royal and Hayfield Manor. The concierge can assist with local activity bookings and transportation arrangements.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free 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
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- 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
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