Ahh!! We had the best time staying at The Ross in Killarney. This magical hotel is located in the…read morebest possible location; right in the town center and across from the National Park. The reception staff and everyone we encountered were an absolute pleasure and the hotel is so immaculately decorated. It has a trendy, fun restaurant that gets super busy so make a reservation if you plan on stopping in. It also has another restaurant in the cellar that we didn't get a chance to check out. The rooms are clean and cozy with a generous bathroom. I would definitely come back to The Ross if in Killarney again.

I found this place online and so glad I did. It's a beautiful hotel in the perfect location. It's…read morewalking distance to the National Park and heading the opposite direction takes you a short distance to the heart of downtown all walking distance. The restaurant for breakfast is spectacular and feels like a cruise ship with a gorgeous stare case entrance. Worthy of taking photos of the space throughout this hotel. The only weird thing is a very large window in the bathroom into the bedroom that makes privacy and lighting very annoying. If you turn the light on in the bathroom it lights up the whole bedroom. There is no way to effectively block it. There is a shade but it doesn't block the light or privacy either

Fantastic 5 star service from the second you enter the premises outside. We had a lovely stay and…read moreenjoyed the hotel as much as the town. Thank you for all the kind gestures to make our anniversary trip (with kids) feel special! The rooms are top notch and a perfect blend of classy with modern tech and amenities (being able to turn off all lights from several places is an understated win!)

A true first class hotel, the values its guests. Everything at this hotel, big and small, and every…read moreinteraction with the staff, reflects great care, pride and attention. They make you feel valued and cared for from the moment you walk in to when you check out. The manager took the time to give us a detailed "tour" of the all of the rooms features and tech. The room was modern and classic at the same time, and truly luxurious. The breakfast (which starts with a tower of pastries, treats, and juices) was both delicious and beautiful. The piano bar was amazing. And even the pool and fitness room was a cut above. And the location could not be better. I very highly recommend this hotel, and would love to come back.

Fun atmosphere. Clean rooms. The bar is lively. We had a wonderful time. It is loud but we stay up…read morelate so that was no problem. If you're fun you'll love it.

We didn't stay here just came for the pub and great music. We were refered by a local who played in…read morethe band the night we came. It was well worth it and a lot of fun. From 9:30-11 they have traditional irish music and then from 11;30-2 they have irish rock. This is really just "pop/american radio music" with a twist. It is good and worth a visit. Drinks are cheap and talking to the locals and having a blast seems almost guaranteed. I'm not sure what the "pony" reviewer did but this place couldn't be more friendly.

Stayed three nights here and loved the room and location given the easy access to town. Breakfasts…read morewere great options for the buffet or off the menu. Hotel is very busy with tours and golfers making up most of the guests it appears. Well decorated and very comfortable area around the hotel to read a book or sit by the fireplace. We had what we were told a 'smart' room but we're still trying to figure out what was smart about it. The lights are controlled by either a wall pad or pads at the bedside. Problem is that there doesn't seem to be a way to just have bathroom lights on without the bedroom lights bring on as well. Looks like you could turn off the bed lights bring which would take it off the 'smart' pads and the lamp switches are not easily accessible if you have to access them again. Our other issue was with the 'smart' tv. Turning on the tv the hotel's information screen would come on. Selecting the tv option gets you the tv which is where the problem starts. Hitting the Guide button, which on other tvs, gets you a list of channels and what shows are on. Pressing this one takes you back to the hotel screen. Going back into the tv you find that you'll see each tv station available and in order to know what's on you need to look at each channel separately. Not a pleasant experience. Jack, our porter who was very helpful providing information about the hotel, tried to figure out what was going on but couldn't. Another porter also tried to help but again was stumped. Reported the issue at the reception desk. Was told they would have someone look at it. Came back in the afternoon to find the tv on and thought the problem was fixed (no notes left telling us what happened) but nothing was changed. Reported it again, was told someone would look at but again nothing. Should also mention when we first arrived at the room it appeared the room had not been vacuumed. Same thing the next day so that had to be reported as well. Rating is given because of the lack of interest or concern of the staff about the problems that we were having. Lovely hotel, very comfortable, good food but if the staff commitment isn't there that just detracts from the experience.

This is a beautiful hotel with a great location. When you walk in, there's a nice little seating…read morearea with the fireplace where you could relax with a drink. I had to wait in line a bit to check in, but it wasn't too bad. The woman who checked me in gave me her name if I had any issues which I thought was nice. The room was nice, but nothing fancy. I was looking forward to using the pool, sauna, and hot tub, and I did once, but there weren't any lounge chairs. I don't know if I've ever been to a pool area like that where you couldn't sit and relax with a book. I went to the little coffee shop restaurant a couple times to get something quick for breakfast. There's also a grocery store very close. Overall, I would stay here again.

Great place to stay when heading to ring of Kerry. Town had a several restaurants and shops. Cute…read moretown Hotel was lovely. When i walked in the door i was immediately impressed as we were keeping prices down so not staying at really expensive places. They were kind enough to put our twin beds together so we could sleep together. Tub had jets and a soak felt lovely. Slept well but in all fairness we were very tired. Definitely spring for the breakfast. Great selection wish all our trip breakfasts were similar. Love they had a pool but didnt use it. Hotel is at Great location. We parked across the street but it was not included. Town fun to walk and explore.

This hotel was included with my Globus tour. It has an old school charm to it, with red on wood…read moredecor. The hotel has a back and front entrance. The rooms were very nice. The bed was comfortable and the rooms were clean. The shower pressure wasn't great but it was adequate. The bath tub has a jacuzzi which i didn't use. Breakfast was good. Location. Was excellent- right in the center of town and near the national park too.

Beautiful hotel. Nice clean rooms and a yummy breakfast. We had a beautiful view of a field where…read morered deer would come through to graze. Cons - The beds were a hard and we were by a service entrance door which frequently banged shut.

Excellent hotel deserving of its 5 star rating. The luxury experience is evident the moment you…read morewalk through the door. The staff is helpful, friendly and attentive. The hotel itself feels warm and sophisticated with many areas to take a seat and relax near a fireplace or in a quieter area. This is a great destination for rejuvenation and restoration. The restaurant near the lobby is exceptional with meticulous attention to every detail of service, though you may need a reservation. The presentation of food and allergens are neatly detailed for every offering with many gluten free options. The food was delicious and perfectly prepared and the service exceptional. The room itself is very well appointed and laid out in one of the most travel friendly designs I have seen. A desk, a seating area with a table to enjoy your morning beverage by the window, a refrigerator neatly hidden under the television. A closet with ample space but also a shelf to organize your travel items and clothing on the other side of the room wall so things stay neatly out of site. Thank you to the designer of this room! Robes and slippers for two placed at the foot of the bed. A nice size Tv and coffee or tea service at the desk. The bathroom includes both a shower and a comfortable size bathtub. The hotel also offers a nice bar downstairs and please consider making a spa appointment to enhance your experience. If you are in the area, this is the place to stay.

We LOVED our stay at Killarney Royal Hotel! The lobby/reception area is the perfect mix of older…read morearchitecture and modern furniture and decor. Our rooms were very spacious, beds were comfortable, and bathrooms are double sinks! Veronica on staff was the best elevating our experience and making good recommendations on local pubs and restaurants to eat and drink at. She went above and beyond to ensure we got the most out of our visit to Killarney. I would highly recommend anyone stay at Killarney Royal while in the area!

I stayed at this hotel from 10/23-25/2025. The hotel was beautiful and the rooms spacious. The…read morefood was delicious and the staff was welcoming, helpful and kind. I highly recommend this hotel.​

4.5 stars Full…read moredisclosure: We received a complimentary room upgrade to a Junior Suite at check-in and were placed in the room located directly above the hotel's main entrance. We were also treated to a complimentary sample of sweets in celebration of our honeymoon. The Malton does "historical hotel" right. It successfully achieves an elegant and vintage atmosphere without seeming "dated." The building itself makes a memorable impression covered in ivy surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Malton is an oasis in the heart of Killarney - within walking distance of all the shops and pubs. The room was gorgeous and the bathroom was supplied with modern amenities that still kept that classic touch. It's worth noting that the hotel does not have air conditioning, but we still found our room to be comfortable. Our only complaint about the room is that it is a little noisy (because of its location about the entrance, no doubt.) Breakfast included the typical array of pastries, meats, and cheeses, but also featured a made-to-order hot food menu with ample variety. The Belgian waffle was worth noting - it was coated in cinnamon and every bite was scrumptious. (It's a bit small though - order 2!) Unfortunately, the restaurant is not managed very well during breakfast. You must wait to be seated by a host, who may then take your order for coffee/tea and toast to pass along to your server - which really slows the seating process. The dining room is tightly packed, making it a little difficult for wheelchairs or strollers to maneuver. (Even on foot, winding your way to the buffet can be difficult.) One thing I wish we had done, but didn't have time - the Malton's wine tasting room!

Arriving early in Killarney for a meeting, we popped into the first place we came to which is…read moreliterally on the doorstep of the railway. Not literally literally but you know what I mean. Three lattes with scones later in an elegant lounge area reeking with character as a former Great Southern railway hotel, we moseyed off to our meeting resolving unanimously to return for lunch before our afternoon train if time permitted. Which it duly did. Steak sandwiches for two and salad for the sad vegetarian were deemed excellent. As it was Friday and we'd had a productive meeting I awarded myself a beer. At 2 in the afternoon. Such decadence. Thus replenished we boarded our train back to the shmoke. If the rest of the hotel is anything like the food in the restaurant I will definitely stay here should the opportunity present. Excellent.

Do not trust the pictures on their website of the rooms! At least for us, the room we got looked…read morenothing like what we saw online. The hotel itself, grounds, and lobby are gorgeous. We were so excited and booked a garden deluxe room at over $500 a night. When we arrived, the room looked nothing like the pictures. The pictures have a lovely blue and green updated room as the garden deluxe. Our room was old and red and yellow. It is incredibly dated with the exception of the bathroom which appears to be renovated. The carpet is incredibly worn and there is no hvac. Your only option is opening the windows but then you have all the outside noise coming in. When we checked the bed upon arriving at our room we found the bed was completely covered in urine stains. The front desk thankfully promptly replaced our mattress but at $500 a night I would have expected this mattress to be out of circulation long before or housekeeping to catch this. The room was pretty dusty as well. I went to pick up the fan to set it up and my black outfit got completely covered in dust from it. The redemption was all the service we received was prompt and super helpful and they made it right with a new mattress. The breakfast included each day was robust and delicious. Overall, not a bad stay, but it was not worth the premium price they charge.

Pretty nice size rooms but they are in bad shape. Imagine…read morea room with no thermostat - you get what you get for room temperature. Never experienced this even in the worst hotels. They must have a hot water issue. One of the evenings at 10:30 PM the shower water was barely over room temperature. Bathroom had large window with a sheer see through curtain. I could go on......room safe was nonfunctional, One of the bathroom faucets was nonfunctional. On the positive side, the lobby was beautiful. The bar area was a relaxing atmosphere with good service. The breakfast buffet was very good.