We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kenmare, Ireland. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, holiday homes, villas, country estates, historic buildings, boats, romantic hotels and "pensions". Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Lovely surroundings. Located in Kenmare, within 39 km of Muckross Abbey and 40 km of INEC, Valhalla BnB provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 40 km from Carrantuohill Mountain. À la carte and continental breakfast options with fruits, juice and cheese are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the fresh air. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. Guests at Valhalla BnB can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. St Mary's Cathedral is 42 km from the accommodation, while Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club is 4.4 km away. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 57 km from Valhalla BnB.Show full description
Valhalla BnB is a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast. It stands out for its beautiful location on the Ring of Kerry, providing breathtaking views of the Beara Peninsula and Kenmare Bay.
Guest House.Creative. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. The Happy Pig, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Kenmare, 30 km from INEC, 31 km from Carrantuohill Mountain, as well as 33 km from St Mary's Cathedral. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 30 km from Muckross Abbey. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the guest house. The guest house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, the units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units feature a terrace and/or a patio with mountain views. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. As an added convenience, The Happy Pig offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go cycling nearby. Kenmare Golf Club is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club is 5.6 km away. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 48 km from The Happy Pig.Show full description
The Happy Pig Guesthouse is a cozy and bike-friendly accommodation with beautifully decorated rooms and comfortable beds. It has lovely views of the gardens, mountains, and surrounding countryside.
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. This luxurious, 5-star hotel boasts an opulent spa, sumptuous rooms with cosy bathrobes, and a 12-seat cinema. Set in the tranquil Kenmare Bay, the Park Hotel offers a 25-metre pool and can arrange deep sea diving trips. Guests can relax with goosedown pillows, deluxe toiletries and designer linens, along with an iPod dock and a TV/DVD player with 300 movie options. A croquet lawn is also available in the beautiful gardens. Spacious and bright, the luxury rooms at Park Hotel Kenmare all enjoy a cosy seating area overlooking the garden, while some have private gardens and balconies. Overlooking Kenmare Bay with an elegant, custom-blown glass chandelier, the dining room offers a creative and frequently changing menu made with the finest local produce. The indulgent SAMAS spa provides customised spa and relaxation treatments and therapies, and guests can exercise in the modern gym. There is a glass-walled sauna, monsoon showers, and yoga and tai chi classes in the Yoga Pavilion. A huge range of activities are available at Park Hotel Kenmare, and staff can arrange golf lessons and tee times at the adjacent Kenmare Golf Club, horse riding, or watersports on Kenmare Bay.Show full description
I rate this as the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Kenmare. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Great location. Popular among couples. Situated 30 km from Muckross Abbey, 31 km from INEC and 31 km from Carrantuohill Mountain, Bridge Street Townhouse features accommodation set in Kenmare. The property is around 33 km from St Mary's Cathedral, 1.4 km from Kenmare Golf Club and 6.5 km from Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club. Moll's Gap is 10 km from the bed and breakfast and Gleninchaquin Park is 20 km away. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a private bathroom. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kenmare, like cycling, fishing and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 48 km from Bridge Street Townhouse.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Trendy. Great location. Popular among couples. Situated only a 15-minute walk from the town on the outskirts of Kenmare, the award-winning Ashfield B&B is perfectly located for exploring the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara. Set off the main road overlooking Kenmare Golf Course, the property offers views of the Kenmare River and surrounding mountains, free Wi-Fi and off-road parking. The rooms at the Ashfield offer a TV and a hairdryer. The en suite bathroom has complimentary toiletries and a power shower. Some rooms offer views of the Roughty River, which flows into Kenmare Bay. The varied breakfast menu at Ashfield B&B is served in the dining room overlooking the garden, with locally sourced produce served and homemade breads and scones. The area provides many outdoor activities including hiking, walking and water sports, with boat trips available nearby and Star Outdoors Adventure Centre only 8 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
This is a popular bed and breakfast among couples travelling to Kenmare.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Great views. Popular among women. Boasting sea views, a garden and a terrace, Grenane Heights is situated in Kenmare, next to Ring of Kerry Golf Club. Located around 7 km from Moll's Gap and Gleninchaquin Park, the bed and breakfast with free WiFi is also 12 km away from Ladies View. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast. All guest rooms in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Grenane Heights also offer a garden view. The rooms have a wardrobe. Hiking is among the activities that guests can enjoy near Grenane Heights. Blackwater Stables is 5 km from the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 36 km from the property.Show full description
Grenane Heights is a luxurious bed and breakfast, offering stunning sea views and located in the beautiful Ring of Kerry. It has a garden and terrace with breathtaking views. Golf enthusiasts will love its convenient location next to the Ring of Kerry Golf Club.
Bed and Breakfast. Set in Kenmare and only 32 km from Muckross Abbey, Two Eggs offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Offering a garden, the property is located within 33 km of Carrantuohill Mountain. The property is non-smoking and is situated 32 km from INEC. The bed and breakfast is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Full English/Irish and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests may relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. St Mary's Cathedral is 35 km from Two Eggs, while Kenmare Golf Club is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great views. Muxnaw Lodge in Kenmare is an attractive Victorian house, with spectacular views of the Kenmare River and Suspension Bridge. In 3 acres of gardens, at the foot of Muxnaw Mountain, this family-run bed and breakfast is listed as a historic house and offers attractive en suite rooms with free Wi-Fi. Each individually furnished room at Muxnaw Lodge has a TV and tea and coffee facilities, and is traditionally furnished with antiques, solid wood wardrobes and dressing tables. Some of the modern en suite bathrooms look out over the gardens, and all have baths and power showers. A wide choice of breakfast is served each morning in the chandelier-lit breakfast room. Complementary tea and coffee is also available in the lounge. The short walk to picturesque Kenmare town centre lets you enjoy harbour views, with the town ideally positioned for tours of the Ring of Kerry. More spectacular scenery can be found in Killarney National Park, around 30 minutes’ drive north of Kenmare.Show full description
Muxnaw Lodge is a stunning Victorian retreat with beautiful views of the Kenmare River and Suspension Bridge. The lodge has a charming Victorian style, with yellow walls and elegant black wrought-iron beds in the guest rooms.
Bed and Breakfast.Hip. Great value. Situated on the famous Ring of Kerry, the architecturally designed 2 Mile Lodge is 4 km drive from Kenmare. With free Wi-Fi available throughout and free private parking, it is 8 km from Molls Gap. The individually decorated rooms feature a satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The en suite shower rooms have a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. In the mornings, 2 Mile Lodge serves a range of cooked breakfast dishes in the bright conservatory. Guests can also enjoy a buffet of cereals and fruit. The lodge offers a patio and a large garden with a play area. Killarney National Park is 10 km from the lodge and Kerry Airport is 40 km away.Show full description
This might be one of the coolest bed and breakfasts in Kenmare.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Set amidst 300 acres of magnificent woodland and waterfalls, Sheen Falls Lodge is a luxurious 5-star hotel near Kenmare Bay, 1 mile from picturesque Kenmare in County Kerry. All of the rooms are elegant and spacious, with en suite facilities, a TV and striking views of Kenmare Bay and the cascading Sheen waterfalls. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available in the hotel. Awarded 2 AA rosettes, The Falls restaurant serves sumptuous cuisine, with panoramic views overlooking the bay and Sheen Waterfalls. Guests may also relax in the Sun Lounge and cocktail bar. Sheen Falls Lodge estate boasts estate activities, including salmon fishing on the Sheen River, golf, tennis, clay pigeon shooting, nearby horse riding and walking. The luxurious Health Club at Sheen Falls Lodge boasts facilities, including a spa bath, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and contemporary gym. Guests may unwind with a range of spa treatments.Show full description
Guest House.Great value. Popular among couples. Rockcrest House in Kenmare is a luxurious bed and breakfast just 5 minutes’ walk from the town centre. Home baking and hearty breakfasts complement its large en suite rooms, with views out towards Muxnaw Mountain and the Roughty Valley. Each room at Rockcrest House has free Wi-Fi and contains a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. All are en suite and are elegantly furnished, with the King Room featuring a sleigh bed. The breakfast menu includes a cooked Irish breakfast, alongside creamy porridge and homemade bread. There are omelettes made with free range eggs from local farms, and pancakes and crepes with maple syrup, bacon, chocolate and more. In south-west Ireland, Kenmare is around 30 minutes’ drive from the stunning Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry. The town itself is home to a variety of restaurants and cafés, enjoys rugged mountain scenery and sits by Kenmare Bay.Show full description
Guest House.Historic. The Watersedge Guesthouse is private and peaceful, with en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi and superb views of Kenmare Bay and Sheen Woods. Watersedge has a lounge area for relaxing, reading a book or checking your emails. All rooms have fully orthopaedic beds, power showers and flat-screen TV. Tea/coffee and biscuits are available all day. Wake up to a delicious, homemade, freshly cooked breakfast with a huge choice from the menu. Help and advice is on hand at all times for any local restaurant or golf bookings you may need to make. Reservations can be made for trips to the UNESCO world heritage site Skellig Michael.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. Offering a shared lounge and river view, An Bruachan B&B is set in Kenmare, 29 km from INEC and 30 km from Carrantuohill Mountain. Offering free private parking, the 4-star bed and breakfast is 29 km from Muckross Abbey. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area and a TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. St Mary's Cathedral is 32 km from An Bruachan B&B, while Kenmare Golf Club is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 47 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. With beautiful mountain and woodland views from every room, River Meadows is a 3-star bed and breakfast just 2 km from Kenmare town. Free parking and free Wi-Fi Are available, as well as an extensive breakfast menu. The light and airy rooms at River Meadows all feature a TV and tea/coffee facilities to relax with, as well as an en suite bathroom and a hairdryer. Guests can also make use of a computer downstairs. Served in the garden room, breakfast is enjoyed while overlooking the stunning views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Guests can enjoy scenic walks throughout the surrounding countryside. Killarney can be reached within 40 minutes by car, while Kerry Airport is 1 hour’s drive away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Set in Kenmare, within 8 km of Moll's Gap and 9 km of Gleninchaquin Park, Laburnum B&B offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Laburnum B&B offers a sun terrace, garden and views over the mountains. Ladies View is 9 km from the accommodation, while River Valley Stables is 10 km from the property. Kerry Airport is 33 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Just 10 minutes’ walk from Kenmare city centre, Golf Course View features B&B accommodation just 260 metres away from Kenmare Golf Club. Free WiFi is available in common areas and free private parking is provided on site. Rooms at the B&B come with an en suite or private bathroom, a wardrobe and stunning views. Some also have a TV and a balcony. The North Atlantic Ocean is just 450 metres away, while Doughill Bog Natural Heritage Area is 6.3 km away. Guests can drive 8 km to Ring of Kerry Golf Club and Country Club, while Killarney National Park is 15 km away.Show full description
Guest House.Elegant. Great value. Davitts is a modern, comfortable guest house in the centre of Kenmare Town. It has a free internet hotspot and free on-site parking. Davitts bar and restaurant has an Art Deco theme and serves food all day and is a favourite with locals. The bar has a large stone fireplace and serves Irish dishes. The rooms are situated at the rear of the building, away from the noise. Each is en suite and has satellite TV. Kenmare is a great base for exploring the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara.Show full description
Holiday Home.Very stylish. Great location. Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Cromwells Court is located in Kenmare, 31 km from INEC and 31 km from Carrantuohill Mountain. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 30 km from Muckross Abbey. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The property also has 4 bathrooms featuring a bath and a hair dryer, and towels and bed linen are provided. The property has an outdoor dining area. A minimarket is available at the holiday home. St Mary's Cathedral is 33 km from the holiday home, while Kenmare Golf Club is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 48 km from Cromwells Court.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most STYLISH holiday homes in Kenmare. It also has a great location.
Villa.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Located in Kenmare and only 34 km from Muckross Abbey, Bay View House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 35 km from Carrantuohill Mountain and features bicycle parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 34 km from INEC. The spacious villa is equipped with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the villa can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. St Mary's Cathedral is 37 km from Bay View House, while Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 52 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is likely one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND ROMANTIC villas in Kenmare. It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar. The boutique 4-star Brook Lane is a 5-minute walk from the centre of Kenmare. There is a restaurant and spacious rooms have en suite bathrooms, large beds and free Wi-Fi. The Brook Lane Hotel has rooms with power showers, handmade toiletries and bathrobes. Rooms have under floor heating, TVs, seating areas and sound-proof windows. Gourmet food is available at The Brook Lane Restaurant with its Irish and international menu. The bar/bistro has deep armchairs and serves coffees, afternoon lunches and fine wines. Kenmare Golf Club is one mile away and free parking is available at the Brook. Moll’s Gap and Gleninchaquin Park are both within a 10-minute drive.Show full description
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