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Arbutus Hotel

4.0 of 5
College Street | Killarney Town centre, Killarney, Ireland
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Arbutus Hotel
Ranked #6 of 39 hotels in Killarney
4.5 of 5 stars 633 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Very friendly(16)
  • Great location(11)
  • Full irish(7)
  • Old world(6)
  • Family run(6)
  • Dining room(4)
  • Train station(3)
  • Weekend break(3)
  • Good value(3)
  • So nice(3)
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Ireland
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2012 NEW via mobile

Another lovely stay at this hotel. I love it for it's charm and character, plus it's brilliant location and very helpful staff. Rooms are well appointed and come with free Wifi, which is a must nowadays. Looking forward to my next visit already...next time lets hope it stops raining :-)

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Yuma, Arizona
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

What a gem in Killarney! We stayed five days, and it was wonderful. Sean, the sisters, and Betty were so representative of genuine Irish hospitality. The staff are welcoming and helpful, the breakfast excellent, the accomodations perfect. What a pleasure to be greeted by someone happy to see you at the day's end. Stay awhile at The Arbutus, you will... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

In 20 years of traveling to Ireland, this was simply the best hotel I've stayed in. Great location, charming atmosphere, comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast, and by far the best staff anywhere. Friendly, happy, efficient, professional people work here, and will cater to any need you have. This is a great hotel. Relaxing and charming.

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Malibu, California
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012

I am sure many people choose this hotel for its location by the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula, but you will return because of the kindness of the staff.   You arrive and are greeted in a beautiful, wood carved lobby with a warm fire, a pot of tea, freshly made ginger bread and hospitality that is classically Irish.... More

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Kinsale, Ireland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012

The Arbutus Hotel in Killarney Town is one of these types of Hotels that are are hard to to find these days. Personal Service, Calm, Great Staff who are very Professional without being in "in your face". Bedrooms are Modern, Comfortable and Large with all the mod cons. The Breakfast is freshly cooked and served by good-humoured and cheerful Staff.... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 via mobile

My husband and I stayed here for two nights while in Killarney. The hotel is very nice and is centrally located. The rooms were clean and spacious. No parking at the hotel, but the car park is only ~30 meters away and is free from 7pm-9am. Reception was welcoming and helpful. The breakfast was average. My husband preferred the omelette... More

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Woking, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012

As stated before this is a lovely, friendly hotel, and is central to all Killarney Town has to offer. The bed was large and comfortable, the shower over the bath was excellent, easy to use and quite powerful. Even though it is on the high road there was no problem with noise from either outside or the bar. Breakfast was... More

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Longview, Texas, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

The Arbutus Hotel was a charming hotel, convenient to all the shops, restaurants, and pubs in Killarney. The staff was very accomodating and extremely helpful. The breakfast was delicious and the presentation was excellent. The rooms were large and clean with bathrooms that included both a shower with a separate large tub. If I ever return to Killarney, I will... More

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Falls Church, Virginia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

The Arbutus Hotel is the ideal hub for day trips out of Killarney, and for touring the town itself. Centrally located on the main street, everything--bank, pharmacy, PUBS--is within easy walking distance. The hotel rooms are spacious and clean. Staff are friendly and helpful. And the breakfast selection is the best around. I'm not normally a scone eater, but their's... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012 via mobile

Really enjoyed the location of this one. Staff were friendly and quick to lend a hand.

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