The Lake Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (2375 reviews)
Lake Shore, Muckross Road , Killarney , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Welcoming staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Noisy room conditions

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Some issues reported, such as mould on bread.
Service
9.95
Staff were described as fantastic, welcoming, and accommodating.
Location
9.95
Location praised for being amazing and by the lake.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were generally comfortable, though there were minor inconveniences.
Amenities
9.45
Spa and thermal suite received high praise.
Value for Money
8.45
Some concerns about pricing for families.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Food options were described as delicious with gluten-free choices.
Overall Experience
9.75
Guests expressed enjoyment and desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:52

Property Description

Magnificent Mountain Views and Enchanting History
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Loch Lein at The Lake Hotel. Wake up to stunning mountain views and explore the ancient ruins of McCarthy Mor Castle dating back to the 12th century.

Luxurious Rooms and Fine Dining
Indulge in comfort with en suite rooms featuring baths, satellite TVs, and countryside views. Dine in style at Castlelough Restaurant for a taste of exquisite Irish cuisine overlooking the gardens.

Relaxation and Elegance
Unwind in the outdoor hot tub or savor a drink at the Devil’s Punch Bowl Bar named after the nearby mountain lake. With a history dating back to 1820, The Lake Hotel invites you to create unforgettable memories. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

For bookings of 5 rooms or more contact hotel directly as different terms and conditions apply.
For long stays of 4 nights or more contact hotel directly.
Full payment is due on arrival.
All public areas of the hotel are nonsmoking.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 13 years old and over stay for € 50 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

9.3
Based on 2375 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Charles • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Beautiful views and great location. Spa was nice !

Cons:

We had an issue unfortunately with our shower that they couldn’t fix . Feel should have been compensated

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Eadaoin • extended_group • ie
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Aoife • couple • ie
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • gb
10
Fantastic! We'll absolutely be back. Make sure you get a Lake-View room, its worth it!
Pros:

The view from the room, the breakfast, the electric car charging facilities, the food in the bar area. The Friendly Staff, the cleanliness of the room. The water pressure in the shower was also incredible.

Cons:

The decor in the hallways felt a bit dated (perhaps part of the charm?), and the patterned carpet was slightly disorientating, especially over the undulating floors.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • ie
8
Very good friendly staff great location
Pros:

Breakfast was good, location was excellent

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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MIchael • family_with_children • us
7
Could have been perfect, but wasn’t.
Pros:

Very well-maintained, beautiful property. Level of service was beyond outstanding.

Cons:

1. The 4 rooms reserved for my family had air conditioning, but I could not provided with an air-conditioned room for myself. This really annoyed me.

2. You should have at least one clock in each guest room.

3. When checking out, I checked to see whether there were any outstanding charges to my room, or any of my family’s rooms. I was told “no”. Later in the day, I received an email stating that you found 63 euros of charges to my room, and you were charging g my credit card for the outstanding amount. This was WRONG! I asked if there were any outstanding charges when I checked out, and I was told “No”. This was your mistake, not mine. I feel that the Lake Hotel should eat those charges and temobe them from my credit card.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
9
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Zeljana • couple • de
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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F • extended_group • nl
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Eccleshall • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

The vicinity to the Killarney Park was excellent..The food and staff were great.

Cons:

Our room faced the parking lot which was noisy..

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Denise • extended_group • ie
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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vrooom • solo_traveller • us
10
Lovely Hotel right on the lake
Pros:

Beautiful high-end hotel on the Lakefront w/fabulous view. Lovely interiors. Great pub with lake view for informal but wonderful meals and great service. Quiet location out of town. Excellent staff.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Rajagopal • couple • ie
10
Amazing !
Pros:

Location and the lake and caste 👌🏼

Cons:

NA

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Southwood • solo_traveller • ca
10
Should highly recommend
Pros:

Amazing location, facilities and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
8
Beautiful classic hotel but young and inexperienced staff let it down a little.
Pros:

Beautiful setting and just a short walk to town centre. Comfortable rooms and a great shower.

Cons:

Having stayed in 3 other hotels during our Ireland trip, I’d have to say the staff here were nowhere near as helpful as the other places. Shortly after arrival we headed to the bar for a drink. We wanted to sit outside and a member of staff said who walked past with an empty tray said we’d be quicker getting drinks ourselves and taking them out instead of waiting to be served!!! There was no queue at the bar and only around ten people sat in the area. Shortly after I saw a couple being directed to seats outside and a drinks ordered taken by another staff member which is exactly what should have happened. At breakfast we waited around ten minutes for someone to take our order from the menu. During this time a number of staff floating around not doing a huge amount and we had to call one over. The order was simply no peaches in the porridge. It came with peaches!

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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JACKIE • couple • us
10
I would definitely recommend. One of the best hotels we have stayed
Pros:

They made our 30 th anniversary special…decorated our bed with rose pedals, chocolates, and a poster of hotel. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Beautiful area. Breakfast was yummy!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee