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The Royal Valentia Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A large, historic building with a prominent sign reading "ROYAL VALENTIA." - The Royal Valentia Hotel (Valentia Island)
A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, green fields, and distant mountains. - The Royal Valentia Hotel (Valentia Island)
Two white robes hanging on a wooden door with a metal handle. - The Royal Valentia Hotel (Valentia Island)
A model ship suspended from the ceiling in a room with patterned wallpaper and curtains. - The Royal Valentia Hotel (Valentia Island)
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, two chairs, and a small table with a bowl and glasses. - The Royal Valentia Hotel (Valentia Island)
Take advantage of a garden, a bar, and a business center at The Royal Valentia Hotel. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A four-poster bed with white linens, a blue upholstered sofa with patterned cushions, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with two pillows, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps on either side.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with two decorative pillows, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

Single Room

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and red and black pillows. There is a bedside lamp and a phone on a wooden nightstand.

Standard Twin Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a tray of breakfast items.

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp and a vase of flowers.

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden ceiling beam.

Classic Twin Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster canopy bed with white linens, a wooden four-poster sofa with patterned cushions, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Superior Four-Poster Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair in a room with plaid curtains and large windows.

Deluxe Four-Poster Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Valentia Island, The Royal Valentia Hotel is near the beach. Beenatee Loop Walk and Bray Head Loop Walk reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Anchor and Siopa Chill Rialaig. Siopa Chill Rialaig and Kells Bay House & Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Valentia Island travel guide
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Market Street, Knightstown, Valentia Island, Kerry

What's nearby

  • A person walking through a field of tall grasses and wildflowers.
    Derrynane Bay Beach
    47 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Tinnies
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Valentia Heritage Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery
    12 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Skellig Experience Centre
    12 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bridge Bar
    8 min drive
  • The Oratory Pizza and Wine Bar
    14 min drive
  • Lazy Cat Cafe
    14 min drive
  • The Anchor Bar
    14 min drive
  • Skellig Seafront Cafe
    8 min drive

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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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Bar]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 10.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Valentia Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Valentia Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Royal Valentia Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Tinnies and Valentia Heritage Museum. Skellig Six 18 Distillery is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Valentia Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Valentia was a delightful experience! Staff was pleasent, room was size was just right for our stay. Dinner and Breakfast were delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome to a tremendous hotel. Restaurant, pub, room, staff, all perfect. Would highly recommend the hotel and the island to anyone. Rob Patterson Ajax, Canada June 2026
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a great option for boats leaving from the island. The bar is very nice and friendly staff. The breakfast was simply ok. The main issue was that the bed was hard as a rock.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

GREAT STAY

Very comfortable, food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot steps from the Sea. Nice Dinner and quaint little bar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, nothing in town was open really as we got there late and left early but bar onsite was busy with all the locals so we hung out there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jorge A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice old hotel, well maintained with a nice view and good restaurant on the premises.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building, very clean and a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location , but a very over priced hotel trading on past glory.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous island! Property was very nice as was the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

Valencia review

Loved staying there. Beautiful hotel. Lovely view. Easy check in, parking in front of hotel was free.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A long established premises with a diverse range of accommodation. Our room was a little dated but more than sufficed for one night. Breakfast was excellent with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

On-uma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place on Valentia Island with plenty of things to do around the island itself. The breakfast is amazing. Overall I love this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Traveling man

Good location,on the water
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful part of the world
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely charming hotel with very responsive staff. It was the perfect relaxing spot to end our busy trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely olde worlde hotel with a great view. Restaurant was nice and the service was very good. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on Valentia Island to explore the region. Staff was outstanding. Breakfast and dinner the one night we ate there were delicious. It was a pleasant experience to stay in a hotel that has been in business for over 150 years.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing hotel. The staff are so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Excellent food the hotel. hotel had a lot of charm. Will stay again at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Friendly staff. Had a lovely dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint hotel with nice view of the water. Close to our excursion at Skellig Michael the next morning. Quick breakfast and they opened early for us due to our early departure. Room was clean, bathroom layout was a little tight with door hitting the toilet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Self contained historic hotel. Wonderful staff in dining room . Enjoyable stay on the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024