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The Lake Hotel

★★★★ Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, IE

9.3 guest rating· 2525 reviews

About this hotel

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.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Sauna
  • Fitness center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
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  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Currency exchange
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Evening entertainment
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Location

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Lake Shore, Muckross Road, Killarney, IE

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.32525 reviews

+ Stunning views+ Welcoming staff+ Delicious foodIssues with cleanlinessNoisy room conditions
Cleanliness8.4
Service9.9
Location9.9
Room Quality8.9
Amenities9.4
Value for Money8.4

It was beautiful hotel and everything about it

10.0

Everything food location staff and suite

marie · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

10.0

Es war einfach traumhaft, wir würden es sofort wieder buchen.

Nichts

Andrea.K. · AT · 2026-07-24

Guest review

10.0

Excellent views, breakfast, restaurant and bar, Friendly staff.

Christy · US · 2026-07-23

Guest review

5.0

Nothing

Room was too hot Too old Loud from restaurant

Zsuzsanna · HU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

The staff couldn't do enough for you. The scenery was beautiful.

paul · IE · 2026-07-21

Good to know

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.

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.