The Lake Hotel Killarney, beside tranquil waters, offers authentic Irish cuisine at Castlelough Restaurant and peaceful garden views. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, find quiet in the cozy library, or relax by the lobby fireplace. Attentive staff make every visit memorable.
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Gym
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Located on a lake, The Lake Hotel Killarney is in Castlelough, a neighbourhood in Killarney. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Killarney National Park and Muckross Lake, while INEC Killarney and Cinema Killarney are cultural highlights. Aguila Club Leisure Centre and Killarney House Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Killarney travel guide
On The Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, 9359
What's nearby
Killarney National Park
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lough Leane
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Muckross Abbey
4 min drive - 1.8 km
INEC Killarney
11 min walk - 1.0 km
The Kerry Way
6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Killarney Station
14 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
17 min drive
Restaurants
O'Donoghue's Public House
5 min drive
Tatler Jack
4 min drive
Hannigan's
4 min drive
The Flesk Restaurant
4 min drive
Lir Chocolate Café
4 min drive
About this property
The Lake Hotel Killarney
Upscale hotel near Killarney National Park
Consider a stay at The Lake Hotel Killarney and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Castlelough Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a banquet hall
Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 131 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
30-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Castlelough Restaurant
Lakeside Bistro
The Devils Punchbowl Bar
Things to do
Gym
Hot tub
Library
Piano
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
DVD player
In-room cot
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On a lake
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar in shower
Lift
Portable shower seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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1 building
5 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1820
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
30-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
DVD player
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Desk
Electrical adapters
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.00 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Property is also known as
Lake Hotel Killarney
Lake Hotel
Lake Killarney
The Lake Hotel Killarney Hotel
The Lake Hotel Killarney Killarney
The Lake Hotel Killarney Hotel Killarney
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lake Hotel Killarney pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at The Lake Hotel Killarney?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Lake Hotel Killarney?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Lake Hotel Killarney?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is The Lake Hotel Killarney located?
Located in Castlelough, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Killarney National Park and Lough Leane. INEC Killarney and Aguila Club Leisure Centre are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
The Lake Hotel Killarney Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We enjoyed the rooms, which were spacious and located in the perfect spot to see beautiful views and a quick drive from the National Park - the included breakfast was just the icing on the cake!
Splendid hotel. Love the view of the lake and the staff and food were top-notch. The room was good and loved the age of the establishment.
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth Brink
9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
located near the Lake with a great view. Walking distance to city and the national park. Great breakfast. Good restaurants at the hotel incl bar. Rooms big and good bed. The Spa really nice and not expensive and not over crowded
A wonderful hotel and grounds! Old school charm and service. Breakfast was amazing. Honestly, one of the nicest hotels for the money I’ve ever visited.