The Lake Hotel
Lake Shore, Muckross Road, . Killarney, Ireland – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 2035 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Great breakfast, beautiful setting, convenient location

On the shores of Loch Lein, The Lake Hotel has magnificent mountain views. Just one mile from Killarney, the hotel has rooms with private bathrooms, a restaurant and an outdoor hot tub. Rooms at the 4-star family-run hotel have bathtubs and shower. They also have satellite TVs, hair dryers and most rooms have countryside views, some have balconies. Morning coffee is served in the Sun Lounge while traditional breakfasts are available in the dining room. Fine Irish cuisine is on the menu at Castlelough Restaurant which overlooks the gardens. The Lake Hotel has been welcoming guests since 1820 and Queen Victoria stayed there in 1861. Wander down its ancient pathways to the ruins of the 12th-century McCarthy Mor Castle. Enjoy a drink at the elegant Devil’s Punch Bowl Bar, which is named after a Lake on Mangerton Mountain which is visible from the bar.
This is our guests' favorite part of Killarney, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
The Lake Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 29, 2006- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
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See what guests loved the most:
- Paul
United States of America
“Great breakfast, beautiful setting, convenient location” - Amanda
United States of America
“The property was beautiful, clean and in great location for the parks.” - Chris
United States of America
“We didn't get a lake view but our view was pleasant.” - David
United Kingdom
“Extremely comfortable and well managed hotel with very attentive staff. The fine dining offer was excellent, both in quality and value. There was a lovely atmosphere throughout the hotel in terms if its decor and furnishings with touches that...” - Crystal
United States of America
“The location, the cleanliness of the room, the comfort.” - Debbie
United States of America
“Lake view, private balcony, comfortable room, nice breakfast, charming hotel with beautiful grounds.” - Vicky
United States of America
“Excellent location in Killarney, we really enjoyed our stay with a amazing view from our hotel room, it’s breathtaking!” - Elaine
United States of America
“Beautiful yet relaxed. Lovely old world feel in the midst of natural beauty. The staff is excellent. The food is delicious. Steps from Killarney National Park.” - Mark
United States of America
“This is a hotel in the grand style. The lobby and common rooms bespeak a bygone area of luxury and one can imagine guests walking about in formal attire. On certain days there is a pianist in the large foyer separating the dining rooms from the...” - Casey
United States of America
“Staff was wonderful, from front desk to pub and restaurant. The location was beautiful.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there a balcony in the room?
Not all our Lake View rooms have balconies, our Deluxe Lake View rooms all have balcony or terrace, please request balcony is special requests section..Answered on 27 June 2019Just wondering we are looking to book a table for Christmas day dinner is it possible to book with ye for dinner that day if not could ye recommend s..
Thank you for your enquiry. Unfortunately we do not open over Christmas. However you might try The Brehon Hotel or The Great Southern HotelAnswered on 5 November 2019Hello, myself and my partner are looking to book a 3 night stay in your beautiful hotel however the dates Oct 1st-4th are not available. Would it be p..
Dear Erica & Philip, Thank you for your message. Unfortunately the hotel is fully booked on those dates but i will add you to the cancellation list. ..Answered on 10 September 2020Are you having the bridge congress in september?
Hi, thank you for your enquiry. We confirm we are not having a bridge congress in September.Answered on 9 July 2020Hi is there a hot tub or jacuzzi in the room with view on the lake?
Sorry for the delay in reply. We confirm we have an out door hot tub as part of our Wellness Center and this is free to use for all our guests, we als..Answered on 14 January 2021Hi, can you confirm breakfast options during corona virus (is buffet still an option or only breakfast in the room?) and also if spa/health center/tre..
Hi, we confirm we are taking reservations for breakfast, our wellness center is fully open for our guests and all outdoor activities are available and..Answered on 30 July 2020- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- The Castlelough Restaurant
- CuisineIrish
Amenities of The Lake HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Dining area
- Desk
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Kids' meals
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Fitness
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- English
Sustainability initiatives
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
The Lake Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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.
FAQs about The Lake Hotel
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Lake Hotel on this page.
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The Lake Hotel is 1.4 miles from the center of Killarney. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at The Lake Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at The Lake Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Triple
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Check-in at The Lake Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The Lake Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- The Castlelough Restaurant
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The Lake Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Fitness