Ballyseede Castle

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Independent
9.6 (1144 reviews)
Ballyseede, Tralee, County Kerry , Tralee , IE
353-66-7125799

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Excellent food
Welcoming environment
Cons:
Dinner food could be improved
Cold reception from some staff

Categories

Cleanliness
9.46
Rooms were spacious, clean and very comfortable.
Service
9.93
Staff were friendly and professional, providing excellent service.
Location
9.47
Great location with beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
9.62
Rooms were spacious, clean, very comfortable, and beautifully appointed.
Amenities
9.45
Excellent amenities including stunning breakfast and nice walking trails.
Value for Money
9.41
Very reasonably priced for the quality of service and experience.
Food and Beverage
9.46
Food was amazing, both in the restaurant and bar.
Overall Experience
10
Overall, an absolutely magical experience with no negative criticisms whatsoever.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 22:37

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Modern Comforts
Indulge in the scenic views from the terrace and garden and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access. Benefit from concierge services, babysitting, and a banquet hall.

Culinary Delights and Refreshing Drinks
Dine at O'Connell Restaurant for local cuisine or opt for room service. Unwind at the bar/lounge with your favorite drink. Start your day with a complimentary full breakfast.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Make use of complimentary newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Stay in one of 45 guestrooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Explore local landmarks like Tralee Town Park and Kerry County Museum.

Plan your stay at Ballyseede Castle now and immerse yourself in Victorian elegance with modern conveniences.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KIR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • General

    Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1144 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.46
Service: 9.93
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 9.62
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 9.41
Food and Beverage: 9.46
Overall Experience: 10
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Roxana • family_with_children • se
9
A stay to remember !
Pros:

The dogs !
Jokes aside, the castle is amazing. Very well taken care of. The rooms were spacious and the beds very luxurious.

Cons:

I have no complains about the property.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • extended_group • ch
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • us
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Beautiful historic property, welcoming and helpful staff. Shout out to Geraldine in Reception, and Joseph and Doreen in the restaurant.
A caution to walkers: the vast woods behind the castle are not clearly marked, and it’s easy to become lost.

Cons:

Getting lost in the woods behind the castle.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • couple • ca
9
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Sun Lover • solo_traveller • ie
10
Castle+ park
Pros:

EV chargers, comfortable beds, room for family of 4, forest location,, delicious breakfast, castle feeling

Cons:

Nature was decorating few cars with leaves and seeds, but ours was at the charger

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • couple • ca
10
This was the best stay during my whole trip!
Pros:

The castle is a beautiful and comfortable stay. The castle itself is lovely and all the common rooms were nice to spend time in. The staff were so friendly and genuinely helpful. The grounds were nice to roam around and I loved the dogs.

Cons:

My only complaint about the rooms is that there is no plug ins near a mirror which make it difficult to do your hair if you have to use hot tools.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Dana Marie • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • couple • us
10
Pros:

Excellent location, very well kept, beautiful rooms, incredible staff!

Cons:

Nothing! All was impeccable!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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KRISTEN • couple • us
10
Fabulous castle hotel experience! Recommend one of the Poets’ suites.
Pros:

Stunning stone castle and exquisite interior decoration. Friendly staff from front desk to all of the restaurant and bar servers. Impeccable customer service and food! Breakfast options were plentiful including a buffet.

Cons:

Strong smell of dog in the foyer of the west wing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Ilona • family_with_children • at
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Bradley • extended_group • au
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Nothing,too quiet

Cons:

It is way too pricey for what I got

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • extended_group • ca
10
Princess for a night
Pros:

It was absolutely beautiful. It felt like we were traveling in time as if we were in a fairy tale. Grounds were clean and well kept and the rooms were as well. Beds were very comfortable and spacious. Staff were all very helpful and professional. Geraldine was exceptional and courteous at the reception upon arrival. Location is far from the next town but we had a car so it wasn’t a concern for us. We had dinner at the Orangey Bar (I hope I spelled that correctly) food was very good and the staff was great. Overall highly recommend this castle. Meeting Dolan the resident wolfhound was such a treat but he really didn’t want anything to do with us 😢

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Holly • couple • us
9
Retreat stay at beautiful Ballyseede Castle.
Pros:

Beautiful historic estate, wonderful wooded walking trail, beautiful sitting rooms, and very friendly staff.

Cons:

No elevator but they do offer to have bellman take your bags.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • ca
10
Don't miss a night at Ballyseede Castle!
Pros:

Everything you dream about staying in a castle is true at Ballyseede Castle in Tralee! The grounds are beautifully manicured, the castle is grand yet comfortable, our bedroom was fit for royalty, the dining room is beautiful, the food is 5 star and the staff are warm, caring and funny! It was a splurge on our trip to Ireland but we would do it again in a heart beat!

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Flora • family_with_children • us
10
Staying at the Ballyseede Castle was an incredible experience where we were treated like family.
Pros:

We loved staying at the Ballyseede Castle, from the moment we arrived we were treated with kindness and consideration of our needs. We loved the Castle grounds, the ponies and donkeys, dogs, and walking trails were all a great experience for our family. We enjoyed our 5 course meal in the restaurant and everyone raved at the taste of each course. It was an elegant experience where every detail was thought of. The room was just a dream with beautiful views of the Castle grounds. I can't rave enough about this experience. When I return to Ireland I will be booking more nights at the Ballyseede Castle.

Cons:

We really can't complain about anything. It was the best experience of my life that I will cherish always.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Kaitlynn • couple • us
10
One of my favorite stays of our trip. Staff here was very friendly, dinner was excellent. We got a flat tire and they st
Pros:

Beautiful castle! The room was amazing. Peaceful. Nice sunset views from our room.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Nstar92 • couple • us
9
Love and enjoy the boutique castle feel.
Pros:

Room, location and service

Cons:

Food. Dined twice, first night 5 courses and second night 2 courses. The starter dishes are all great but main entrees needs improvement.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Shelly • couple • us
10
Once in a life time enjoyed our stay
Pros:

Beautiful property

Cons:

NA

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Lori • extended_group • ca
9
Such a beautiful castle and so happy we made it a part of our stay in Ireland!
Pros:

Loved the castle, property and dogs!

Cons:

Some staff were excellent and some didn’t seem overly happy. We received our breakfast well after our friends arrived and were finished - not sure what happened there and not a big deal just worth mentioning.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee