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Great Southern Killarney

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a full-service spa and bars

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Great Southern Killarney sits in the center of town, offering a peaceful retreat with its garden and spa featuring massages and body treatments. Guests can enjoy local dishes at the restaurant or visit the coffee shop/cafe to take in views from its scenic terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar

Room options

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Ambassador Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Ambassador Suite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grace Kelly Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grace Kelly Suite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Victorian Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Victorian Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Kennedy Suite | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Kennedy Suite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Town Centre, Killarney, Kerry, V93 R866

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cinema Killarney - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Mary's Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Kerry Way - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 4 min walk
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Shire - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy O'Brien's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Killarney

Luxury upscale hotel near Killarney National Park
Consider a stay at Great Southern Killarney and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, aromatherapy, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Killarney Wine Rooms, features garden views and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 177 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, deep soaking tubs, and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 3 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 22.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Brownes Bar
  • Garden Room Restaurant
  • Killarney Wine Rooms
  • The Grand Foyer

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1854
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 22.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 3.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Malton
Malton Hotel
Malton Hotel Killarney
Malton Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Great Southern Killarney Killarney
Great Southern Killarney Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Southern Killarney have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Killarney?

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Killarney on Dec 17, 2025 start from $199.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Great Southern Killarney pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 3.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Great Southern Killarney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Great Southern Killarney?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Great Southern Killarney located?

This family-friendly Killarney hotel is located in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Speir Bhean Monument and Killarney National Park. Knockreer Estate and Killarney House Gardens are just steps away. Killarney Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Great Southern Killarney Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 417 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Great Southern Killarney hotel was magnificent! The property was beautifully maintained and the staff were very accommodating to our needs. We highly recommend this hotel and definitely plan on visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere and staff very relaxed and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very beautifully maintained property with exceptional staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

exceptional service in a great location

Really amazing spot – food was great, cocktails at the bar were wonderful, the hotel & service were truly exceptional. Perfect location in Killarney
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay! The staff was excellent and the most accommodating group of people we’ve ever met! Can’t wait to come back to Killarney and visit! Great place to get married!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, good breakfast and right in the heart of town
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't t have time to fully appreciate the property and its rich history. The room, restaurant and gym were all very nice. It was an excellent location to town and had convenient parking adjacent to the hotel which was a major selling point for us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff, beautiful rooms and common areas, and convenient to all the attractions of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great, friendly and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel and would definitely come back. We also enjoyed the breakfast buffet in the morning. Plenty of options and lots to select from.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Rooms were great. Staff was especially helpful. L
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely, elegant place to stay in Killarney, close to the town center, but a quiet oasis harking back to a glorious time. The bar and lobby area of the hotel are gorgeous. Service is impeccable. And the breakfast is very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel. Clean, comfortable, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favourite hotel stay in Killarney

Very spacious room. Staff as always friendly and efficient. Easy parking. Only issue was 9pm Sunday morning just after 8am there was noise outside our room- sounded like a saw cutting thru timber or a sander- very poor that such work would be allowed 8n hotel grounds over weekend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Benedict

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming traditional hotel with a beautiful garden area. Breakfast was excellent, both food and service. The majority of the guests were seniors. It was a quick five minute walk to the main restaurant and pub area. I would go back sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time. The food was wonderful, the staff were friendly and the rooms were well-decorated and clean. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time! The hotel was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone should stay at this hotel! It was a charming and wonderful experience from beginning to end. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Excellent property, wonderful staff, excellent amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walking distance to pubs, shops, etc. very safe and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning and everyone was so nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has been hands down my favorite hotel I've stayed in. The history of this hotel and grounds is varied and interesting. The rooms were beautifully appointed. The beds were plush with firm and soft pillows to choose from. The staff is impeccable. Their attentiveness to our family during our stay made our stay memorable in the best way. The gastronomy options are excellent as is the wine and spirits selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025