The Best Hotels in Kenmare

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Kenmare. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Sheen Falls Lodge

Rated 9.4 in 353 reviews

Set amidst 300 acres of magnificent woodland and waterfalls, Sheen Falls Lodge is a luxurious 5-star hotel near Kenmare… See more

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.

Rooms from $291

Park Hotel Kenmare

Rated 9.0 in 141 reviews

This luxurious, 5-star hotel boasts an opulent spa, sumptuous rooms with cosy bathrobes, and a 12-seat cinema. Set in… See more

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.

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. 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.

Landline Restaurant - Menus are created out of ingredients that are seasonal, local and fresh. Located within the hotel’s Sean Scully Room, the restaurant itself looks out upon Kenmare Bay and the Caha Mountains beyond –– our source and continual inspiration.

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, an outdoor vitality pool and tropical showers. Wellbeing activities are available daily to residents.

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. A croquet lawn is also available in the beautiful gardens.

Rooms from $366

Brook Lane Hotel

Rated 9.3 in 892 reviews

The boutique 4-star Brook Lane is a 5-minute walk from the centre of Kenmare. There is a restaurant and spacious rooms… See more

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.

Rooms from $159

The Lansdowne Kenmare

Rated 8.9 in 414 reviews

Neidin is the Irish word for Kenmare and translates to Little Nest. A Little Nest is exactly what was envisaged in 1790… See more

Neidin is the Irish word for Kenmare and translates to Little Nest. A Little Nest is exactly what was envisaged in 1790 when The Lansdowne first opened its door.

Now The The Lansdowne Kenmare embraces that same excitement and charm but with 21st century elegance for your comfort and enjoyment. We firmly believe no guest should only stay once and your first visit should be the first of many.

Here you will enjoy warm service, stylish décor and delicious food in our Lansdowne Bar and LK Café, amazing scenery, fresh air, great restaurants, real pubs and quirky local shops.

The calming style of hotel is perfect to unwind at the end of a day sightseeing, walking or simply doing nothing but browsing the streets and shops of Kenmare.

Rooms from $177

Bridge Street Townhouse

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.6 in 1148 reviews

Offering river views, Bridge Street Townhouse is an accommodation situated in Kenmare, 30 km from Muckross Abbey and 31… See more

Offering river views, Bridge Street Townhouse is an accommodation situated in Kenmare, 30 km from Muckross Abbey and 31 km from Gleneagle INEC Arena. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast features mountain views, a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk.

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, walk-in shower and bath. For added convenience, units come with a dressing room. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is a coffee shop on-site.

Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. Cycling, fishing and hiking are possible within the area, and a water park is at guests' disposal on-site.

Carrantuohill Mountain is 31 km from the bed and breakfast, while St Mary's Cathedral is 33 km from the property. Kerry Airport is 48 km away.

Rooms from $139

Muxnaw Lodge

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.2 in 569 reviews

Situated in Kenmare and only 31 km from Muckross Abbey, Muxnaw Lodge features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi… See more

Situated in Kenmare and only 31 km from Muckross Abbey, Muxnaw Lodge features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has mountain and lake views, and is 32 km from Gleneagle INEC Arena. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk.

The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and bath. At the bed and breakfast, all units are soundproof. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

You can play tennis at this 4-star bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Carrantuohill Mountain is 32 km from the bed and breakfast, while St Mary's Cathedral is 34 km from the property. Kerry Airport is 49 km away.

Rooms from $180

O'Donnabhain's

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 8.6 in 879 reviews

In the centre of Kenmare, O’Donnabhains offers en suite bedrooms with TVs and free Wi-Fi. O’Donnabhain’s B&B has free… See more

In the centre of Kenmare, O’Donnabhains offers en suite bedrooms with TVs and free Wi-Fi. O’Donnabhain’s B&B has free parking and a gastro bar serving traditional cuisine.

Spacious bedrooms are unaffected by noise as they are away from the street and bar area. Rooms feature telephones, hair dryers and tea/coffee making facilities.

Fine food includes fresh fish caught from Castletownbere and Kenmare Mussels. Cooked breakfasts are served daily and there is an outside dining area.

The traditional bar has regular live Irish music in the high season. It also has a good selection of local ales, wines and spirits.

Kenmare Golf Club is less than a 10-minute walk from O’Donnabhain’s. Moll’s Gap and Gleninchaquin Park are a 10-minute drive away.

Rooms from $131