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Aparthotel

The Reserve at Muckross

4.0 star property
Apartment with kitchen, steps from Killarney National Park

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, hydrotherapy
Exterior
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Interior
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, hydrotherapy
The Reserve at Muckross offers an upscale mountain getaway with spa treatments and fine dining. Guests enjoy the sunny terrace, garden, yoga classes, and sauna. Visitors appreciate the helpful multilingual staff who enhance the aparthotel experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Apart-hotel

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

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About this property

The Reserve at Muckross

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Killarney National Park
A full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a sauna. The apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a dining area.
This aparthotel offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Muckross Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include body wraps, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Indoor pool
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Pool loungers
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free crib

Restaurants on site

  • The Jarveys Rest
  • Yew Tree

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business center
  • Desk
  • Meeting rooms

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 18 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Muckross Park Hotel reception desk]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Pool fee: EUR 20.00 per person, per night
  • Spa fee: EUR 20.00 per person, per night
  • Hot tub fee: EUR 20.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 14 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The listed optional Spa fee is charged per person, per 2 hours to access the Vitality Suite inclusive of Hydrotherapy Pool area.
It is possible to book a stay for 4 single beds.
Guests using this property's swimming pool must be aged 18 or older.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Reserve Muckross Apartment Killarney
Reserve Muckross Apartment
Reserve Muckross Killarney
Reserve Muckross
Reserve Muckross Aparthotel Killarney
Reserve Muckross Aparthotel
The Reserve at Muckross Killarney
The Reserve at Muckross Aparthotel
The Reserve at Muckross Aparthotel Killarney

About the neighborhood

Map
Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Killarney National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Muckross Abbey - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Muckross House - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • INEC Killarney - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ross Castle - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 10 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kayne's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪the green room - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luna Coffee + Wine - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Reserve at Muckross have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Reserve at Muckross pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Reserve at Muckross?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Reserve at Muckross?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Reserve at Muckross?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Reserve at Muckross provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Reserve at Muckross located?

Situated in a national park, this spa aparthotel is steps from Killarney National Park and Cloghereen Blue Pool Walk. Muckross Abbey and Muckross Traditional Farm are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Reserve at Muckross Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 165 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean and staff was great , it was close to all the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely apartment and perfect for our base in Killarney. Beautiful surroundings with h th e park right on the doorstep. Great spa and bike hire was a bonus
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Fantastic location, beautiful facility, apartment was great for traveling with a larger family. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great option for a group.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a top notch place and the national park was a dream! We loved exploring the paths, buildings, grounds....such a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very responsive and the accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apts. are perfect for families! The spa was heavenly too. Remember no air conditioning in apts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was very spacious for our family of 4. 2 bathrooms were nice! No swimming pool but had a relaxing communal hot tub in the spa area that you could use for up to 2 hours at an additional cost. The concierge was wonderful and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The bed was two twins pushed together, which made for a hard edge down the middle. One side was worn and saggy. The other was somewhat comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very calm and inviting. Guest services were very friendly. The spa was great, as was the food!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
We stayed in the apartments at Muckross. We were only there one night, but I think these would be great for families staying a few nights in the area. They were clean and nicely decorated with a number of amenities. Nice living area and kitchen. One note though....there are 3 floors and NO elevators which I don't remember reading in the fine print. They really need to state this more clearly as I imagine some people would have a problem with this. We weren't very thrilled that we had to haul our luggage to the 3rd floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Surprised us with champagne for our 50th anniversary! Very thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay .. super close to many restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed the apartments attached to the property. The room is spacious, kitchen well appointed, and clean. Parking was easy and rooms were quiet. We slept well every night. The only negative would be the lighting in the bathroom to shave or put make up on. The resort itself is in a great location just a couple minutes outside of town. The resort staff is wonderful. The spa team was great as well. Yew Tree restaurant breakfast was good but not as exceptional as our lunch in Monk's bar. We all enjoyed our lunch and returned for drinks multiple times to Monk's.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed everything except the beds. The beds were not comfortable. Unfortunately, not a great sleep due to the hard beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The spa was top notch. A really pleasant and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

Lots of room, all the needed amenities, beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Reneemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful but we stayed in the apartments and they need some work. Very dated. Kind of musty smelling. Bed were uncomfortable. If i came back i would try the hotel but not the apartments.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RHONDA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful experience and a beautiful spa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Venkat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property next to Killarney national park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing stay, facilities and staff. Some of the best food while in Ireland amd the Spa was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice location outside city with easy access to walking trails. Pool and spa area excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Restaurants on site are wonderful and varied. Pub was beautiful and affordable vs the other restaurants which were nice but pricey. Apartments are large and have plenty of room for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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