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The Brehon Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Killarney National Park

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Reception
The Brehon Hotel & Spa offers a perfect blend of golf course access and lush gardens with modern comforts. Guests can book rejuvenating massages or manicures at the spa, enjoy dinner at Danú restaurant, or simply unwind beside the indoor pool with comfortable sun loungers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Heritage Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Heritage Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Poulnamuck, a neighborhood in Killarney, The Brehon Hotel & Spa is in the entertainment district and next to a golf course. Killarney Riding Stables and Ross Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Killarney National Park and Muckross Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Killarney Race Course or Fitzgerald Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding, mountain climbing, and ziplining.
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Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, V93 RT22

What's nearby

  • INEC Killarney - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Muckross Abbey - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ross Castle - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Muckross House - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 3 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kayne's Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Flesk Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tango Street Food - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Brehon Hotel & Spa

Upscale hotel near Killarney National Park
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden at The Brehon Hotel & Spa. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Danú, serves dinner. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and tennis courts
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 123 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 25-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Childcare services, electric kettles, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Danú

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Brehon
Brehon Hotel
Brehon Hotel Killarney
Brehon Killarney
Brehon Hotel Killarney
The Brehon Hotel Killarney
The Brehon
The Brehon Hotel Spa
The Brehon Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Brehon Hotel & Spa Killarney
The Brehon Hotel & Spa Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Does The Brehon Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Brehon Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Brehon Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brehon Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Brehon Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Brehon Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Poulnamuck, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of INEC Killarney and Killarney National Park. Lough Leane and Killarney Methodist Church are also within 1 mi (2 km). Killarney Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Brehon Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 866 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with good size rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was definitely needed after the long hours on the road driving around Ireland. The hot tub , and sauna was pure relaxation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late and were surprised with an upgraded room. In the morning before we left we enjoyed the vitality suite and a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Excellent facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pools and spa were great— the bed was not comfortable. Enjoyed the breakfast. Staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with excellent free spa facilities, professional staff and large rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful comfortable hotel with amazing pools. The restaurant is really good too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a lovely setting, easily walkable to the town and the national park. The spa is good and the breakfast plentiful. Some of the staff seemed a little harassed, though still friendly. The rooms were a good size but a little tired
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with grand atmosphere, good bar and choice of good restaurants internally. a great place to stay and a good spa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and well appointed rooms. Lovely pool area. Very friendly, professional and helpful staff. Thank you for a exceptional experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann

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

A great stay

Gorgeous hotel, beautiful bedroom and great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Great stay

Great 2 day stay and spa treatment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful location. Our room got very hot but the fan worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morne

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

Great stay.

The hotel was beautiful, facilities and hotel room were stunning and in central location. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great spa hotel

Great spa amenities that is accessible from everyone. Slightly out of town so walking will take about 20-30 minutes. Staff upgraded us to a larger room which was amazing. Overall fantastic stay in Killarney
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our visit as always
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, good food, close to Killarney national park and within walking distance of the pubs, resaturants and shops. Beautiful facility with a top notch staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely LOVED this hotel and Killarney It’s perfectly situated between Killarney National Park and downtown FUN Killarney!! The pool & spa are AMAZING, the bed was so comfy and the room is very spacious with coffee & tea in room plus a mini fridge I woukd recommend to friends for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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