I was a big fan of this place- the grounds are magical, with a splendid setting right on the…read moreAtlantic ocean on 500 acres. They have 3 pools, a nice spa with free steam rooms and gym, ocean access (though bring a wet suit!), and two restaurants. I thought service was excellent, and the food in the restaurants was very good. They have a family room (king plus two twins) which was very reasonable and a great option for families. There's lots to do- a game room, tennis courts, walking trails, murder mystery, etc. We really enjoyed our stay, and it was the kid's favorite place in Ireland. Be aware though that the resort is historic, which some would perceive as dated. It's also off the beaten path, with most other dining options some drive away so plan on eating at the hotel a lot. My only other gripe would be that you have to make reservations for the pool, which is kind of a hassle.

Upsides: great location and facilities & grounds. Nice and very accommodating staff. Many guests…read morewere Irish families which added to the charm. Downsides: it's quite isolated so you can't walk to a local restaurant, pub, cafe etc. Also the majority of the restaurant and bar staff have a very loose grip on English and seem quite ill I formed about the food and drinks like where did the fish come from or what's a good local whiskey. The food itself was also pretty mediocre

This place is a must-stay location. I stayed here 3 years ago while thru-hiking the Kerry Way, and…read morestill think of this lovely place and the owner often. I stopped here in a pinch (on a holiday when the hotel was closed, no less) looking for a place to stay because I was exhausted from hiking and sleeping in puddles. The owner put me up in a beautiful apartment with a balcony and an amazing view, for a very affordable price. He went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed, including amazing food brought right to my room. If you have any question of where to stay, put this place at the top of the list! You won't be disappointed! Big thanks to Sneem hotel, and Red of course.

Quiet, quiet, quiet! Very comfy beds, I slept like a…read morebaby...every night and sometimes during the day :) If you are looking for some quiet time without stress, far away from your busy city life and if you want a break from holiday the Sneem Hotel is just the right place for you. We booked a room with a view and it was really worth paying some extra pennies. It was stunning, just beautiful. Breakfast is good, one day we had buffet, the others a la carte. All ok. Also dinner is eatable but I recommend restaurants in the village. The hotel is clean but sometimes it lacks refinement, but nothing to worry about. I would go back in a heartbeat cause we really spent some nice 4 days there.

Amazing place, the heart of Valentia! Right on the harbour. Rooms are done tastefully, very…read moreclean and well maintained. Also have hostel rooms available which are very well presented! Bar offers food which is to restaurant standards. Loads to choose from all which is very tasty! Also bar food and sandwiches. Different events throughout the year, halloween parties, festivals, Santa visit, Christmas parties, music nights, quiz nights, bands etc. Pool Table down the back. The staff are lovely, very helpful and friendly and great for advise on what to see and happenings on the area. During warmer months April-Oct car ferry, leaves you out side!

While we didn't stay here, we DID enjoy the best seafood chowder in Ireland during our (all too…read morebrief) visit. Pop in for a relaxing pint, and a delicious meal, while letting the parade of buses going the opposite way on the Ring of Kerry pass you by. The fish and chips were not only delicious, the servings were massive! Ask about the daily joint as well. When you're finished, drive onto the ferry for a short ride to the mainland.

Gorgeous property, accommodating staff (especially loved Brian), and outstanding food. Our room was…read morespacious and stately, it felt like an upscale apartment with beautiful views. You could easily stay on property with the abundance of activities, food options, great bar and lounges, and just lovely grounds to walk and explore but they also offer trips into town as well. You aren't going to get those views many places, and we absolutely loved having breakfast by the Falls every morning. From a full Irish breakfast to fresh brewed coffee and pastries, it's a wonderful way to start the day. Michelin rated restaurant on property or you can choose from other more casual but wonderful options. This is definitely a place we will return to, 5 star

An amazing stay at Sheen Falls Lodge. This is one of the nicest hotels I've stayed at. Service was…read moregreat. Accommodations spectacular. Food was lovely. The grounds were by far my favorite thing. There are also lots of activities the hotel offers such as falconry. Am looking to visiting again sometime in the future!

We are staying at Dingle Benner's hotel for three nights. It is very unique and historic. Location…read morecannot be beat for being in the heart of Dingle Town. The bar is excellent with a good wine selection, a good Dingle gin selection, and local beers. Good mixologists as well. The food is excellent! We have eaten in the bar twice and been delighted with our selections. The room that we are staying in has been remodeled very recently and is very currently decorated and large, especially for a European hotel. We are very pleased! I highly recommend this hotel and wood stay here again without hesitation.

The restaurant and food are exceptional! My group and I had the Pistachio and Salmon starter and…read morethey both were incredible, with the Pistachio, outstanding! The Seafood Chowder and Lamb Shoulder were over-the-top good, cooked to perfection, tender, and unique! The Sea-bass was tender and excellent! The Lamb Shepherd's Pie was not too grainy, even for someone who usually can't eat much lamb because of a mild allergy, and the lamb was very tender! The lamb was smothered with delicious mashed potatoes and vegetables, and the vegetables tasted garden-fresh and were cooked to perfection! The servers were so warm and kind!

The Beara Coast Hotel is situated in an absolutely gorgeous location looking out on the harbour and…read morefamous fishing port of Castletownbere. It was originally called 'Cametringane Hotel' way back in the late 70's and 80's, (in fact I had my wedding reception there all of 36 years ago!) has had a number of owners since, was closed completely for the past number of years and, as a result became totally run down. However, on a recent visit to Beara, I was pleasantly surprised to see that it has now reopened under new management with a badly needed complete refurbishment and upgrade. There is still some work to be done on the surrounding grounds and pathways etc but I must say the work done to date on the interior is wonderful and modern while still retaining subtle hints of the 'old style'. We enjoyed a very pleasant lunch in the bar area - it was a Sunday and the restaurant was completely booked out, a very good sign indeed! Our food was absolutely delicious and the service was excellent and efficient. The Manager on Duty made it his point to drop by each table and chat to the customers, seeking their opinions on the food etc., and to ensure that everything was up to standard. The menus appear to be very good and varied, with a 3 course Sunday lunch priced at €25, an extensive dinner menu as well as a really good Bar Menu with a huge choice of starters, sandwiches, main courses and even a burger bar. The picturesque setting would make it a brilliant location for a wedding, with such wonderful scenery for memorable photographs with the harbour etc in the background. I believe the bedrooms have also been upgraded to a high standard and some of them have balconies looking out over the harbour. What a wonderful location for a holiday or short break to explore the amazing Beara peninsula which is also on the famous Wild Atlantic Way route. The whole place was really busy but the friendly and efficient staff made sure everything was running smoothly and 'ship shape', if you pardon the pun!

From the owner: Hospitality the old fashioned way with friendly attentive service. Where customers are made to…read morefeel as though they are at home.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hotel. The service was outstanding and the rooms were…read moreimpeccable. Our room was over looking the River so we had that wonderful sound to sleep. We loved being out and away from the bustling city. We will definitely be back

Carvery.... hmmm well all I can say is WTF!?…read more Honestly the worst I have ever had. It was shocking. I had a better sunday lunch in boarding school. ADVICE: up the price €5 up your game and let loose of the screaming children (or have a designated "kiddie under 5 family room")

Amazing location right across from the water. Delicious food and the kindest staff. Fiona and Kevin…read more+ children are incredibley hospitable and intentional.

I couldn't say nicer things about this hotel. The rooms are simple, but clean and comfortable. The…read moreowners, Kevin and Fiona ensure your stay with them is more than satisfying. Fiona couldn't go out of her way to make you feel like home; she is a gem. The hotel overlooks Ballybunion Beach and is simply breathtaking while having dinner in the dining room during sunset. The food is delicious and there is a wide selection on the wine list. There is also live music on weekends. The hotel is closed during the months of October through April, however, that depends on the weather.

An amazing place to stay. We visited for 4 nights while exploring the Dingle peninsula. Staff are…read morefabulous. Breakfast very good with a variety of fresh options. Our roommate - the junior suite over looked Dingle Bay and we watched tide roll in and out, the pedestrian hikers and even a horse and rider swimming the bay daily! Very convenient to town just a 5 minute walk. Wound definitely stay here again.

Perfect!! It's an overused word, but it fits for our stay at the Castlewood House. The food was…read moreperfect, the rooms were nicely decorated and clean and the staff were friendly. I don't know how they could have improved on our experience. Sad to leave. Would give them a 10 if I could.