A truly exceptional stay, A home away from home We have visited Ireland and Killarney several times before, but never have we been welcomed and cared for as warmly as at the Great Southern Killarney. From the moment we arrived, we were deeply impressed by the beauty and elegance of the hotel, it’s a truly special place, full of charm and history. What truly sets this hotel apart, however, is the outstanding kindness and service of the entire team. Every member of staff was not only professional but genuinely warm, attentive, and caring. We felt seen and appreciated throughout our stay. A special highlight was the thoughtful surprise for a birthday in our family, we returned to our room…
About this stay
Great Southern Killarney is a 4-star hotel in Killarney, County Kerry. Guests have free parking, breakfast and a restaurant. Its average guest score is 4.7 out of 5, from 2,677 reviews.
On the food side there is a banquet room, a bar, breakfast in your room, tea and coffee and lunch at Great Southern Killarney. Outside there is free parking, a garden, a picnic area, a playground and a terrace. Also on offer: a business centre and valet parking.
Rooms at Great Southern Killarney have free wi-fi, air conditioning, a balcony, a bath, a hairdryer, an iron and ironing board, a kitchen and a kitchenette. For downtime there is a fitness centre, an indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a children's pool and massage. Services include a 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, babysitting service, a concierge and currency exchange.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Babysitting service
- Balcony
- Banquet room
- Bar
- Bath
- Breakfast in your room
- Business centre
- Tea and coffee
- Concierge
- Cots available
- Currency exchange
- Dry cleaning service
- Express check-in
- Family rooms
- First aid
All 56 facilities
- Fitness centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Garden
- Hairdryer
- Housekeeping
- Indoor pool
- Iron and ironing board
- Jacuzzi
- Children's pool
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Laundry service
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Lunch
- Massage
- Microwave
- Minibar
- Non-smoking rooms
- Oven
- Picnic area
- Playground
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safe
- Sauna
- Smoking area
- Spa
- Meals for special diets
- Steam room
- Swimming pool
- TV
- Terrace
- Toaster
- Valet parking
- Washing machine
Location and getting there
Great Southern Killarney is at Killarney. It is about 267 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport, and about 14 km from Kerry Airport, the closest airport.
From Great Southern Killarney, a car makes it easiest to reach the places around Killarney; buses link the larger towns, so check current timetables before travelling without one.
Other stays near Great Southern Killarney are Killarney Royal Townhouse (next door), Holiday Home Killarney Town House (100 m) and Arbutus Hotel (100 m). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Killarney has 301 places to stay on this site: 93 hotels, 40 B&Bs and guesthouses, 153 self-catering stays, 5 hostels and 10 other places to stay. The best rated of the others are Killarney Glamping at the Grove Suites and Lodges (4.9 from 307 reviews) and The Europe Hotel & Resort (4.8 from 2,438 reviews). Comparing them with Great Southern Killarney on the booking page is the quickest way to see what is free on your dates.
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Places covered on this site within reach of Great Southern Killarney, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- Killarney (0.1 km): Lakes, Ross Castle and the start of the Ring of Kerry.
- Muckross House and Gardens (4.6 km): A Victorian house and gardens on the shore of Muckross Lake near Killarney.
- Killarney National Park (5.3 km): Lakes, woodland, Muckross House and Ross Castle on the edge of town.
- The Gap of Dunloe (9.7 km): A mountain pass between the Reeks and Purple Mountain, walked or cycled from Killarney.
Guest reviews
Great Southern Killarney averages 4.7 out of 5 across 2,677 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
I highly recommend the Great Southern Hotel. Our two-bedroom suite was perfect for our family; one room had a comfortable king-size bed, while the other was ideal for our seven-year-old son with a bunk bed. The hospitality at this hotel was second to none. The staff made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. We particularly loved the breakfast each morning in the great room. The food was absolutely amazing and they kept it constantly replenished, which we really appreciated. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone and would definitely stay here again.
The Great Southern is a class act hotel! We had no idea we were stepping into such a beautiful hotel steeped in local history. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like royalty, including the upgrade they gave us that we didn’t even ask for! Beautiful and large suite. Lovely grounds. Beautiful bar and lobby. Flowers filling the air with scents. Fantastic location. Very good breakfast. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Good to know
- Families: babysitting service, cots available, family rooms and a children's pool.
- Accessibility: wheelchair access is not mentioned; contact the property if it matters.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: free parking.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book Great Southern Killarney, check what the rate includes, for example whether breakfast is in the rate, and the cancellation terms for your dates. The booking page on app.impt.io shows the live rate and inclusions for your exact party.
About staying in Killarney
Great Southern Killarney is one of 818 places to stay in Killarney on this site, 228 of them hotels. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 12 of the 89 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.6 out of 5.
Killarney in one line: Lakes, Ross Castle and the start of the Ring of Kerry.
Next: the Killarney guide, or all 818 stays here.
Questions about Great Southern Killarney
Where is Great Southern Killarney?
Great Southern Killarney is in Killarney, County Kerry, about 267 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is Killarney Royal Townhouse (next door).
What type of stay is Great Southern Killarney?
Great Southern Killarney is a 4-star hotel.
What do guests say about Great Southern Killarney?
Guests rate Great Southern Killarney 4.7 out of 5 across 2,677 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does Great Southern Killarney have?
Great Southern Killarney offers free parking, breakfast, a restaurant, a kitchen, a spa or sauna and wi-fi, among 56 facilities in all.
How far is Great Southern Killarney from the airport?
Great Southern Killarney is about 267 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport, or about 14 km from Kerry Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does Great Southern Killarney have parking?
Yes, Great Southern Killarney has free parking.
Is Great Southern Killarney suitable for families with children?
Great Southern Killarney has babysitting service, cots available, family rooms and a children's pool. Ask about age rules and cots for your dates.
How do I check availability at Great Southern Killarney?
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