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Great Southern Killarney

Killarney • Town Centre • OPTIMIZE

avg. $264 / night

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PB hotel design editorial

When the Great Southern Railway extended its line to Killarney in 1853, the company needed accommodation worthy of the Victorian tourist trade that was already turning Kerry's lake district into one of Europe's most visited landscapes. The hotel they commissioned — Great Southern Killarney, which opened the same year — was designed in an Italianate Georgian Revival manner, its rendered facade and pedimented columned entrance portico presenting a civic confidence that still reads clearly from the street today. Ivy climbs the rear wing, softening the building's considerable mass against the eighteen acres of grounds that separate it from the town's more commercial edges. Inside, the interiors hold two distinct registers in productive tension. The set-piece dining room, with its coffered hexagonal ceiling, gilded Corinthian capitals, veined marble columns, and deep crimson upholstered chairs, belongs to a tradition of grand hotel classicism that was already a century old when it was installed. The principal suites carry that same formal vocabulary — mahogany four-poster beds, gold-framed oil paintings of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, heavy silk drapes with bullion fringe — while the more recently refreshed garden-facing rooms take a quieter approach: sage-green panelled walls, navy velvet upholstered headboards, floral linen curtains, and brass bedside fittings that acknowledge contemporary Irish country house taste without abandoning the building's essential character. The 42-acre parkland setting, where horse-drawn carriages still circle the lawns, anchors it all.

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Killarney's Premier Historic hotel, Great Southern Killarney has been welcoming visitors since 1854. Great Southern is a Deluxe Victorian hotel located in Killarney town centre yet on its own private gardens of 6 acres. Guest accommodation includes 177 bedrooms; choose from a variety of suites, deluxe and classic rooms. Our restaurants include The Garden Room & Killarney Wine Rooms, unique dining experiences with delicious food & friendly service. Brownes Bar, is a cosy and relaxing bar to enjoy a light snack, drinks or taste some Whiskey. Car Parking is available complimentary on-site. The hotel's leisure facilities include 15 metre swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, gymnasium and two outdoor tennis courts. Complimentary WI-FI is provided throughout the hotel.

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Great Southern Killarney Reviews

4,305 reviews

"A Five Star experience throughout. Amazing hotel near everything. The staff is fabulous, the rooms are great, Amazing experience."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Mar 20, 2026

"A beautiful hotel, distinguished by its impeccable standards and clear commitment to excellence in every detail. From the moment of arrival, the ambience conveyed a sense of refined elegance and quiet sophistication, immediately setting the tone for a most enjoyable stay. What elevates the experience further is the calibre of the staff, whose friendliness is matched by an unfailing professionalism. In particular, Erin at reception deserves special commendation. With her gracious manner, she not only facilitated a seamless check-in but demonstrated a rare attentiveness and genuine care, going above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our stay was most enjoyable. In summary a superb establishment where hospitality is practiced with both sophistication and sincerity — We would return without hesitation."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Mar 20, 2026

"My son and I just returned from an outstanding experience at the Arbour restaurant in the hotel- a beautiful space with elegant decor and seating , and delicious menu options. Our meal - mine monkfish and mussels, and his- elevated burger- was one of the best we have had anywhere, worldwide. Service was swift and friendly. This space has exceptional ambiance and value and we are grateful to have found it on our journey!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Mar 18, 2026

"This is a great hotel .We had a lovely room very suitable for my wife who has a disability.The only thing that left the hotel down was the breakfast where we were left waiting on the 1st for 20 mins the 2nd morning got the wrong breakfast on the 3rd morning perfect service.The staff were very good while the food and service in Brownes and Arbour restreraunt was excellent."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Mar 18, 2026

"We had stayed for 2 nights as a family of 3 and we had a fabulous time. The staff really were exceptional. From the porter, to the waiting staff, to the receptionists, they were so kind to us with our active toddler and they really made the trip so much more enjoyable. The hotel is really family friendly which is what drew us back to stay again. We had lunch and dinner in the bar and it was beautiful, the service was excellent on both occasions. Our room was beautiful and spotlessly clean, our little girl loved looking out the window to see the jaunting cars and was still asking for them when we got home. We will be looking forward to revisiting again."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Mar 18, 2026

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