Arbutus Hotel

Hotels
9 (647 reviews)
College Street , Killarney , IE
+353 64 663 1037

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Variety of breakfast options
Cons:
Dated rooms
High price point

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
The hotel was described as clean, though some noted it was dated.
Service
9.8
Staff were consistently praised as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.34
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location, close to many attractions.
Room Quality
8.29
Some feedback indicated the rooms were dated and there were issues with room décor.
Amenities
8.82
Amenities were generally satisfactory, but lacking in modern touches.
Value for Money
8.28
Some reviews suggested the price was high for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Breakfast options received positive mentions with a good variety.
Overall Experience
9.3
Guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay, enjoying the ambiance and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:06

Property Description

Distinctive Room Décor
Each room at the Arbutus Hotel features its own unique décor, with some showcasing the original Celtic Deco style from the 1920s. Immerse yourself in a blend of history and comfort during your stay.

Award-Winning Dining
Indulge in freshly cooked breakfasts served until 11:00, complemented by delicious fresh scones. Experience the taste of traditional Irish recipes with home-cooked meals at Buckley's Bar, renowned for its fine pints and cozy ambiance.

Prime Location
Conveniently located in the heart of Killarney, the Arbutus Hotel is just a short walk from the train and bus station, and a quick 10-minute drive to the picturesque Killarney National Park. Explore the vibrant surroundings filled with shops, pubs, and restaurants.

Experience a perfect blend of history, comfort, and convenience at the Arbutus Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

All credit cards will be pre-authorized 48 hours prior to arrival. Guests may be required to fill in a form along with any government issued photo ID (front and back) prior to arrival.

Please note that early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability. Please contact the property for more information.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 647 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
V
Van Tellingen • extended_group • nl
8
Pros:

Nostallige gezelligheid op een mooie plek.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
J
Joanne • couple • gb
10
Wonderfully furnished traditional hotel right in the centre of town
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, wonderfully furnished, right in the centre of town.
Fabulous breakfast.
All reception staff SO friendly.....sadly 'breakfast staff' could do with being a bit more cheery! (maybe they don't realise how much it costs to stay here!)

Cons:

Just the somewhat unfriendly breakfast staff. It costs nothing to smile a bit, say Good Morning.....and Thank You (However, the young gent with the pony tail was very professional - and friendly).

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
P
Paolo • couple • it
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
M
Mirva • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Erinomainen sijainti lähellä keskustaa ja rautatieasemaa. Siisti hotelli ja ystävällinen henkilökunta.

Cons:

Huoneessa vähän säilytystilaa matkatavaroille.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
S
Stephanie • family_with_children • de
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
S
shane • solo_traveller • ie
4
Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
E
Ellmarie • couple • ie
9
Highly recommend this hotel
Pros:

Excellent location, staff and spotless

Cons:

Room was very warm

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
G
Geraldine • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Lovely comfortable room. Really quiet even though it's in the heart of Killarney. Staff were very nice and friendly

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
A
Allyssa • couple • us
10
Would recommend and stay here again!
Pros:

Great older hotel. Staff was very friendly, hotel was lovely and right in town. Very easy walk to shops and restaurants.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
M
Mirjam • solo_traveller • nl
7
Een prima hotel voor een nacht
Pros:

Een goede locatie en het vriendelijke en zeer behulpzaam personeel

Cons:

Oud, gehorig. De prijs is niet in verhouding met de kwaliteit en comfort

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • family_with_children • us
10
We had a wonderful time.
Pros:

Great location, comfortable, very friendly staff, great breakfast!

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
E
Evan • couple • us
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
A
Anne-Marie • couple • ie
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
P
patti • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
R
Russell • couple • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Xavier • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Nice reception, nice staff

Cons:

Breakfast poor. My room wasn’t serviced (towels, cleaning). Slight smell of damp.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
M
Mcenery • extended_group • ie
10
Pros:

Staff were top notch

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
F
Firoj • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Great location and staff

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee