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Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kenmare with a fitness center and a sauna

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Indoor pool
Front of property
Restaurant
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Children's area
The Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort offers a peaceful getaway in Kenmare with wellness facilities like a sauna, steam room, and massage services. Guests enjoy an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a welcoming bar. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Sneem Road, Kenmare, Ireland

What's nearby

  • Cromwell's Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kenmare Heritage Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kenmare Stone Circle - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hutchin's Folly - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Beara Way Walk - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 26 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sailors Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪PF McCarthys - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mulcahys Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Batch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brook Lane Hotel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort

Property highlights
A playground, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and a vending machine
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 125 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and December 3.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 17.95 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kenmare Bay Hotel Resort
Kenmare Bay
Kenmare Bay & Resort Kenmare
Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort Hotel
Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort Kenmare
Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort Hotel Kenmare

Frequently asked questions

Does Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort located?

Situated in Kenmare, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cromwell's Bridge, Our Lady's Well, and Kenmare Heritage Centre. St. Patrick's Church and Beara Way Walk are also within 10 minutes.

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Kenmare Bay Hotel & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 128 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with comfy bed. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast and customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. Pool, hot tub etc was a great extra! Staff very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice music in restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel as a place to stay in Co Kerry. It’s conveniently located with an easy walk into the city centre. The hotel has great amenities, like a pool and spa, and the staff are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay overall was very good incl the food in the restaurant. Beds were comfortable ,though short if your 183cm like me. Pillows could be alot better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay, beds very comfortable and very clean and spacious! Location was perfect for us. Short 3 min walk to the city center area. Would definitely recommend and I would come back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay in Kenmare

Friendly welcome, lovely room with comfortable bed & well appointed bathroom. We ate in the Bistro, service was a bit slow but food was good & staff were friendly. Short walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine Hotel

Fine hotel within 5 minutes walk to uptown Kenmare. Hotel surroundings very clean and tidy. Lovely reception area with very friendly staff. Room spacious and clean with comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Great stay

Warm welcome from a very efficient receptionist great room everything worked. Good food promptly served.clean bright hotel in good location . Despite being busy there were plenty of staff and no waiting for service. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Granville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love having access to Olympic size pool, dry sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Hotel is lovely. Quiet, comfortable with large rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solo traveler, felt secure. Staff very friendly and helpful. Short 4min walk into Kenmare town. Bed was a bit uncomfortable though all in all a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was lovely and a quick walk into town. We took in a play at the local theatre and it was the best I’ve seen in ages- laughed all the way through and only 15 euros (Carnegie players). Highly recommend this hotel we loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast, great property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cavan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We particularly enjoyed using the pool before breakfast when it wasn't busy. We felt there wasn't enough social space to sit and have a coffee and chat with other guests. There also seemed to be a problem with the courtyard bar which wasn't open during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A lovely Hotel.

A very comfortable and enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I likely the hospitality and friendliness of the staff I came in contact with. Disappointed with the menu offerings.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location for town which is charming and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located to pubs, restaurants and shops in lovely Kenmare.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Sherri

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While the room was clean there wasn’t any air conditioning, no fan in the room, it is t a wheelchair accessible facility, no luggage carts, no access to a water fountain nor ice. The staff that was there when we arrived was nice but certainly didn’t go above and beyond. The room was warm however we could open the patio doors to get some cool air in. We visited the property mid September. I would not recommend this facility for the warmer months. The elevator is quite a distance from the front lobby, our friend who was injured 2 weeks before our trip struggled getting to/from room. The TV was really small for the space and the mirror over the desk was useless since it was turned long way, you could only see yourself from about the hips down. We were also told that the only access point to/from the property was the Front lobby. The lobby was decorated eclectic and fun and the breakfast staff person was extremely nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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