River Island Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1892 reviews)
Main Street , Castleisland , ie

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Hiking
Fishing
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable atmosphere
Cons:
Cleaning needed in rooms
Some noise issues
Breakfast quality could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Rooms need a thorough cleaning; some issues reported.
Service
9.08
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, providing a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
9.12
Excellent location, close to amenities and beautiful beaches.
Room Quality
8.07
Overall comfort was mentioned, though some beds were uncomfortable.
Amenities
8.6
Good amenities, but a few mentioned missing items like hairdryers.
Value for Money
8.56
Good value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Breakfast was well-liked, though some mentioned it could be of higher quality.
Overall Experience
8.68
A lovely stay overall with positive reviews about comfort and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:46

Property Description

Relaxed Contemporary Atmosphere
Experience a stay at The River Island Hotel where design meets relaxation in a contemporary setting. The hotel offers a unique blend of style and comfort, ensuring a truly relaxing experience for all guests.

Convenient Location
Situated in the vibrant town of Castleisland, The River Island Hotel is conveniently located near Kerry Airport and a short drive away from all the attractions of Killarney. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, the hotel's location makes it the perfect choice for your stay.

Modern Amenities
From spacious rooms to top-notch facilities, The River Island Hotel provides modern amenities to enhance your stay. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site dining options, and attentive service throughout your visit.

Book your stay at The River Island Hotel now for a memorable and relaxing experience in Castleisland.

Important information:

Please note that a valid credit card corresponding to the name on the booking is required at check-in.

Please note that third parties are not permitted to book on behalf of guests. The booker must be the guest checking in at the property.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1892 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Zuhair • couple • ie
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Noel • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Style particulier (ancien) mais ça change
Plat du restaurant magnifique

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Ceara • couple • ie
9
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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johnoE2929FH • Couples • Drogheda, County Louth
10
Lovely Castleisland
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay the hotel is kept very clean, the food was delicious and the staff are very friendly. A special mention for Leanne in reception and Daniel and Maurice in the bar they made our stay most enjoyable

2026-06-30 • via Tripadvisor
9
957_ines • Family
10
Great food and service
Pros:

Great spot for dinner, the steak sandwich was absolutely delicious. Staff were fantastic, especially our waitress Aisling who made sure well taken care of. Will be returning shortly

2026-06-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Adrielle • couple • ie
7
Pros:

Very clean and tidy place… Lovely breakfast and staff are very friendly

Cons:

No aircon in the bedroom and it was a very bloody hot day/night… even the windows open we couldn’t manage to have a nice sleep/rest as we were melting in bed 🥵

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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divya thennarasan • solo_traveller • ie
10
The best place to stay and the people who work there make the biggest difference. They made my day!
Pros:

OMG this was the best place, I have ever stayed in. The staff are just amazing, so kind and so helpful. Loved it.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Simone • solo_traveller • ie
4
Somewhere to sleep. That’s all.
Pros:

Room was clean and comfortable.
The hotel looks great.
Daniel behind the bar. Brilliant.

Cons:

Do not eat in the restaurant.
Don’t expect to buy a bag of crisps in the bar.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • de
9
Alles gut
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage, saubere Zimmer,
gutes Frühstück

Cons:

Nichts

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • extended_group • gb
8
Good for a couple of nights to explore the local area
Pros:

Friendly and comfortable

Cons:

Bit dated.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Charme de l’hôtel
Confort
Petit déjeuner super

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Beascarlett • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Très jolie chambre, propre et confortable
Salle de bain Très bien
Bon restaurant. Je recommande l’irish coffee

Cons:

Literie un peu molle
Service au restaurant assez long. Beaucoup de jeunes gens peut être en formation pas très réactifs !!!

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Dmitri • solo_traveller • us
10
Very good hotel
Pros:

Very good hotel. Good breakfast. Free parking nearby, 2 min walking.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Charlie • couple • ie
10
excellent
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • gb
9
Wonderful staff & food in great location - loved our stay
Pros:

Great location with exceptional staff. Food fabulous. Really comfortable.

Cons:

Shower took ages to get warm - but did work if you waited.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • gb
9
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • extended_group • gb
8
Good comfort hotel and extremely friendly staff
Pros:

It was lacking in choice no continental apart from dried out cheese slices and only yoghurt in a bowl from which in different locations I’ve had food poisoning would have expected individual pots

Cons:

Mainly breakfasts

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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SAMANTHA • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff were very helpful good location for us near family

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee