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Great Southern Killarney

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Killarney with 2 bars/lounges and spa

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Local cuisine, garden views
Property amenity
In the heart of Killarney, Great Southern Killarney offers a serene escape with a garden and on-site spa where you can treat yourself to massages and body treatments. Enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant or take in views from the coffee shop/cafe on the picturesque terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Living room
  • Television
The current price is CNY1,404
CNY1,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Why we love this property

Pool perfection
Slip into luxury mode at this hotel's indoor pool or hot tub. Parents can relax while kids splash in their own special children's pool.
Wellness sanctuary
The full-service spa offers aromatherapy, body treatments, and hot stone massages. A sauna, hot tub, and garden create the perfect relaxation setting.
Garden views and charm
Victorian architectural splendor meets natural beauty at this luxury hotel. The garden-view restaurant offers delightful dining in the heart of a national park.

Room options

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Ambassador Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Ambassador Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grace Kelly Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grace Kelly Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Victorian Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Victorian Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Town Centre, Killarney, Kerry, V93 R866

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinema Killarney - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Kerry Way - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • INEC Killarney - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 14 min drive
  • Killarney Station - 4 min walk
  • Farranfore Station - 12 min drive
  • Rathmore Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shire - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy O'Brien's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Killarney

Great Southern Killarney offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Killarney National Park. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 177 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 3.00 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1854
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

Dining

Killarney Wine Rooms - Overlooking the garden, this wine bar specializes in local cuisine and serves light fare only.
Garden Room Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Open daily.
Brownes Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
The Grand Foyer - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22.50 per person

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 3.00 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Malton
Malton Hotel
Malton Hotel Killarney
Malton Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Southern Killarney offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Southern Killarney 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.

Is there a pool at Great Southern Killarney?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Killarney?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great Southern Killarney?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 3.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Southern Killarney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Great Southern Killarney and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Great Southern Killarney also has 2 bars, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Southern Killarney?

Yes, Killarney Wine Rooms offers local cuisine and garden views.

Does Great Southern Killarney have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Great Southern Killarney like?

Great Southern Killarney is in Killarney City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Killarney Station and 5 minutes' walk from Killarney National Park.

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Reviews

Great Southern Killarney Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent, with many options and delicious food, and some guests even received complimentary breakfast. (4 reviews)
  • Convenient parking was available adjacent to the property property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel. Perfect mix of family run but with a big luxurious feel. Steeped in history.
Dabheoc, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The service here is phenomenal. From the second we entered the hotel, all staff were exceptional. Highly recommend a stay here.
Clare, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly efficient staff. Room spacious and spotless. Beautiful hotel.
Fionna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived early after an overnight flight and happily found our room was ready with no extra charge. Staff was friendly and helpful. The place was bustling and service was smooth.
Casey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great base for exploring Killarney & enjoying the city center. The staff was friendly & attentive. Loved that they have babysitting suggestions too. Highly recommend!
Lorraine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The atmosphere and staff very relaxed and welcoming
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice. Good location
Elaine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very beautifully maintained property with exceptional staff
Karen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

exceptional service in a great location

Really amazing spot – food was great, cocktails at the bar were wonderful, the hotel & service were truly exceptional. Perfect location in Killarney
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful stay! The staff was excellent and the most accommodating group of people we’ve ever met! Can’t wait to come back to Killarney and visit! Great place to get married!!!
Ernest, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

We didn't t have time to fully appreciate the property and its rich history. The room, restaurant and gym were all very nice. It was an excellent location to town and had convenient parking adjacent to the hotel which was a major selling point for us!
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay, good breakfast and right in the heart of town
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great, friendly and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel and would definitely come back. We also enjoyed the breakfast buffet in the morning. Plenty of options and lots to select from.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Rooms were great. Staff was especially helpful. L
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Attentive staff, beautiful rooms and common areas, and convenient to all the attractions of the town.
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a lovely, elegant place to stay in Killarney, close to the town center, but a quiet oasis harking back to a glorious time. The bar and lobby area of the hotel are gorgeous. Service is impeccable. And the breakfast is very good.
Margaret, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Favourite hotel stay in Killarney

Very spacious room. Staff as always friendly and efficient. Easy parking. Only issue was 9pm Sunday morning just after 8am there was noise outside our room- sounded like a saw cutting thru timber or a sander- very poor that such work would be allowed 8n hotel grounds over weekend
Michael G, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Great hotel. Clean, comfortable, great location.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A charming traditional hotel with a beautiful garden area. Breakfast was excellent, both food and service. The majority of the guests were seniors. It was a quick five minute walk to the main restaurant and pub area. I would go back sometime.
Benedict, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic time. The food was wonderful, the staff were friendly and the rooms were well-decorated and clean. I would definitely stay again
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time! The hotel was fantastic!
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone should stay at this hotel! It was a charming and wonderful experience from beginning to end. Can't wait to go back!
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!

Excellent property, wonderful staff, excellent amenities. Highly recommend.
John, 1-night trip