The Lansdowne Kenmare

Hotels
8.7 (636 reviews)
Main Street , Kenmare , IE

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location — walking distance to restaurants/bars and sightseeing
Friendly, helpful and professional staff
Comfortable beds and generally very clean rooms
Attractive decor and well-appointed/luxurious rooms for many guests
Liked the on-site bar/restaurant and enjoyed the breakfast (when available)
Cons:
Rooms frequently very hot / no air conditioning (heat wave exacerbated issue)
No lift — stairs and carrying luggage cited as a problem
Some rooms noisy (near fire door/corridor) or dark with limited outside view
Bathrooms sometimes small, dated or with lighting issues
Occasional restaurant closure, slow breakfast service and perceptions of being overpriced

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Rooms and beds were frequently described as very clean and comfortable; a few comments noted dated bathrooms but overall cleanliness was praised.
Service
9.6
Service is repeatedly highlighted as a strength: staff described as extremely helpful, professional, friendly and welcoming; reception noted as kind and accommodating.
Location
9.8
Location is a consistent positive: central, excellent for walking to restaurants, bars and sightseeing; many guests cited the setting as a primary benefit.
Room Quality
7.6
Mixed feedback: many rooms described as beautiful, luxurious and comfortable (soaking tubs, comfy beds), but recurring issues with rooms being very hot (no AC), some noisy rooms, small or dated bathrooms and occasional poor lighting/view.
Amenities
7
Several amenity shortcomings noted: no air conditioning in many rooms, no lift, missing iron/ironing board as listed, occasional restaurant closure, and missing fan remote—useful but inconsistent offerings.
Value for Money
7.4
Value perception is mixed: some guests felt the price was high (breakfast not always included/restaurant closed), while others felt location and quality justified the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Food and breakfast received strong praise from many guests (delicious breakfasts/dining), though a minority reported slow service, restaurant closures or unimpressive food; overall leaning positive.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment is very positive: many guests called it a 'dream' stay, would return, and recommended the property—positive service, location and ambiance dominate despite some room/amenity issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 03:34

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Elegance

Stylish Accommodations: Experience the blend of historic charm and modern elegance at The Lansdowne Kenmare, where each room is designed for your comfort and enjoyment.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in delectable dishes at Lansdowne Bar and LK Café, where you can savor the flavors of the region while enjoying the cozy ambiance.

Ideal Location for Relaxation: Unwind in the calming atmosphere of our hotel after a day of exploring Kenmare's scenic beauty, local shops, and charming streets.

Experience the allure of Neidin at The Lansdowne Kenmare - where every visit promises a memorable stay.

Important information:

Late check-out is available upon request.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 636 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 10
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Philip • family_with_children • gb
10
Gracious hospitality in Kenmare
Pros:

Really hospital greeting from the lady on the desk, with an immediate pot of tea to complete the welcome. Lovely staff, great character to the hotel and location, not to mention the parking on the premises, and we only wished we'd stayed longer. We'll be back!

Cons:

Can recall nothing.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Casey • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

We liked the luxury house hotel feel of the hotel,staff were all friendly, very relaxed atmosphere.Hotel was very clean and everything felt high end

Cons:

We thought the bathroom was very small and room was also on small side

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Brigid • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Staff very friendly and helpful,rooms beautifully apointed with good amenities very quiet hotel with fabulous location in centre of kenmare

Cons:

No blinds/nets on wondows over looking street felt very uncomfortable had to keep drapes closed when exiting the bathroom

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • couple • ie
7
Nice location but we thought it was overpriced for our 2 night stay with no breakfast.
Pros:

Location is great. Parking is a little tight but we were able to get some. Staff are very friendly and polite and the cleanliness of whole hotel is excellent. General seating areas are lovely and comfortable spaces.

Cons:

Our room was at the front of the hotel and it was nosy at night and also we could hear music from the downstairs cafe each morning. Our bathroom door would not close without a lot of difficulty (the door handle is in an awkward position and there was no hot water in our bathroom sink. Bar menu options were a little poor and we did not feel enticed to eat here.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Great location, staff very helpful and professional. Not an expensive stay, but really great value

Cons:

Nothing too complain about at all!

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
10
Lovely hotel, no AC, no elevator, but just perfect.
Cons:

Chocolates on the bed!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • ie
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Fionnuala • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The bathtub was just perfect for me and the SHEETS are diving! Breakfast was also above expectations.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Alie • couple • ie
8
Great location
Pros:

Location, interiors and staff

Cons:

Beds and pillows were very uncomfortable

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Zara • couple • sg
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • ie
9
Very good - would stay again
Pros:

Great location and very comfortable

Cons:

No air conditioning and limited places to
put anything in bathroom

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • couple • ie
9
Great Location
Pros:

Location and great staff

Cons:

Roma getting a little tired bathrooms need updating

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • solo_traveller • ie
9
3 nights relaxation.in a great town
Pros:

I liked that the hotel was so central. I could leave the hotel and stroll down town to nice shops and boutiques. Nice lobby to relax in and read the paper.

Cons:

I cannot think of anything I didn't like.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • gb
5
Disappointing. Poor value for money
Pros:

The room was small, dingy and stuffy. We did not sleep well which is, after all, the purpose of staying.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Karl • couple • ie
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • au
7
Great location for Ring of Kerry
Pros:

Beautiful historic building at the top of Main Street

Cons:

Stairs to get luggage up to our room were a struggle as we had 2 large suitcases.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Zsolt • family_with_children • hu
9
Pros:

Well-equipped, and comfortable. Good location.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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theodore • couple • us
7
If our room wasn’t hot, I would’ve given it a nine or a
Pros:

The location was fantastic. There were great shops and restaurants all around us. Beautiful parks and castles.

Cons:

Our room was horribly hot. The rest of the hotel was fine. The walkways the lobbies it was cool outside. I have no idea why our room is so hot.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • ie
7
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee