Butler Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (448 reviews)
New Line Road , Waterville , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Overpriced
Dated decor
Service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
The accommodation was clean, but some rooms and facilities showed signs of aging.
Service
9.3
Friendly staff who contributed positively to the experience.
Location
9.3
Great location by the sea, with easy access to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms were comfortable, though some decor felt dated.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities were satisfactory, but some aspects like restaurant service require improvement.
Value for Money
7.8
Some guests felt the stay was overpriced for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast was generally praised, but quality varied on some occasions.
Overall Experience
9
Most guests enjoyed their stay and would return, despite some complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:58

Property Description

Stunning Beachfront Location

Located directly opposite the beach in Ballinskelligs Bay, The Butler Arms offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Luxurious Rooms and Dining

Indulge in spacious rooms with private bathrooms, satellite TVs, and cozy seating areas. Treat yourself to traditional Irish breakfasts and fresh seafood specials at the onsite restaurant.

Historic Charm and Nearby Attractions

Immerse yourself in the hotel's history as one of Charlie Chaplin's beloved holiday spots. Explore nearby golf clubs and enjoy salmon and sea trout fishing at Waterville’s Lough Currane.

Experience seaside luxury at The Butler Arms - book your stay now!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KIR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for € 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 448 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 9
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Overlooking the bay floor to ceiling windows brilliant.

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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ATHINA • family_with_children • gr
7
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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david • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Great location fantastic staff

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Location for a trip around the ring of Kerry is a great stop as you’re going round.

Cons:

The dated property was extremely overpriced for its quality compared to other places we stayed.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • au
9
Really nice and would definitely visit again.
Pros:

Great location and parking out the back. The staff were friendly.

Cons:

Pillows were too soft.

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • extended_group • ie
8
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great breakfast. Excellent location.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Teresa
10
Pros:

Absolutely charming place. We upgraded to the larger room with the fireplace which came in handy with cold, rainy weather. Great view of the sea. Food in the restaurant was really good. Enjoyed having Irish Coffee on a inclement weather day. Loved our stay of 3 nights.

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Rodolfo
8
Pros:

Very nice location close to the sea. We could hear the waves from our room. The staff was so welcoming, they really made a difference. Food was very good for dinner and breakfast. I loved the phone in the room, which was a rotary dial phone. I had not seen one of those in ages. Convenient car park. The hotel’s building is not in its best shape and deserves some love. Room and bathroom need some renovation.

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Mary
8
Pros:

Very big room with great view of the sea. The food menu in the bar was very good. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Brian • family
10
Pros:

Great spot. Huge room. Better plan dinner options.

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee
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Elliott • couple • je
9
1 night stay in Butler Arms
Pros:

Really liked the room which was a Suite. The bed was amazing too. We had a lovely balcony overlooking the sea

Cons:

I can't really fault the hotel, maybe the decor was slightly old fashioned if you're picking holes

2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Michele • extended_group • gb
7
Good stay but could be better
Pros:

Good location right by the sea.

Cons:

Rooms dated.
Restaurant staff need to be more aware of allergies. As I required gluten free there were issues over what was or wasn’t GF.

2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
8
2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Dee • extended_group • ie
8
Pros:

A bit dated,but clean
The staff were the best thing about the place

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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jason
10
Pros:

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2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Julienne • couple • au
10
2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Curtis
10
Pros:

Fine older hotel

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rosmarie • extended_group • ch
10
Perfekt für den Ring of Kerry
Pros:

Super Lage! Sehr ruhig. Man ist schnell an den Sehenswürdigkeiten. Personal sehr freundlich

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • solo_traveller • ie
10
2025-09-12 • via Nuitee