Great Southern Killarney – A Favorite for Families in Killarney

The hotel offers 110 rooms, including Victorian suites with four-poster beds and separate dressing rooms, in a building that has hosted guests since 1854. For families or groups, the hotel provides self-catering holiday homes such as the Railway Cottage-a two-room apartment with a well-equipped kitchen-and four-bedroom apartments. Certain rooms provide balconies overlooking the 6 acres of landscaped gardens, a feature rare for a hotel in the town center.

Dining options include the Garden Room Restaurant for breakfast and dinner, Browne's restaurant for dinner and cocktails, and a bar serving bar snacks like olives and peanuts. The hotel's Whiskey Corner presents a collection of over 100 premium brands, with exclusive whiskey tasting experiences available to guests. Afternoon tea is served in the hotel, with a menu that includes homemade scones, finger sandwiches, and a selection of teas, often accompanied by a pianist in the lobby.

The on-site health club includes a 15-meter indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, sauna, steam room, and a fully equipped fitness center with a personal trainer available. Spa & wellness center treatments include body scrubs, body wraps, facials, massages, manicures, pedicures, and make-up services. Guests also have access to a kids' pool, tennis court, bicycle rental, and a children's playground.

The hotel provides a kids' club and babysitting/child services, allowing adults time to use the spa or dine. Family rooms are available, and the property also offers board games, puzzles, and kids' outdoor play equipment. The self-catering holiday homes include full kitchens and multiple bathrooms, designed for families requiring more space.

The hotel functions as Killarney's premier events center, with meeting/banquet facilities and a business center for corporate groups. A conference was recently held in the hotel, catering a gala dinner for 350 guests with hot food served quickly. The property offers 24-hour front desk service, currency exchange, and a tour desk to organize activities like Ring of Kerry drives or falconry experiences.

Location: 5-minute walk to Killarney National Park, opposite train station

Rooms: 110 rooms including Victorian suites with four-poster beds

Dining: Garden Room Restaurant, Browne's restaurant, Whiskey Corner with 100+ brands

Wellness: 15m indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, spa treatments

Family: Kids' club, babysitting, self-catering holiday homes

Business: Events center with meeting facilities for up to 350 guests