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The Lake Hotel

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The Lake Hotel, Lake Shore Muckross Road, Killarney
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4.6
HOTEL RATING: 
WONDERFUL
4.6 out of 5 (2047 Ratings)
0.6 miles Gleneagle INEC Arena
v3 mins driving
t13 mins walking
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Hotel Description
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.

Check-in time: 16:00   Check-out time: 12:00
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Fitness Center
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Golf Course
` Room Service
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Fishing
` Hiking
` Packed lunches
` Cycling
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Shared lounge/TV area
` Evening entertainment
` On-site parking
` Accessible parking
` Concierge services
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Restaurant(s)
` Sun Deck
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Electric vehicle charging station
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Food delivery
` Electronic room key
` balcony/terrace
` CCTV security in common areas
` Currency exchange service
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Ironing amenities
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Spa services
` Spa/sauna
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Room service available
` Takeout dining services available

The Lake Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Wonderful (4.6 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Laura Thu, 12 June 2025

Special

Liked: The staff were lovely

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Roopa Wed, 11 June 2025

The hotel is nice but...

Liked: The view of the lake is excellent.
Disliked: They said it was an upgrade and gave us a ground floor room that was strangely difficult to get to with luggage and I had 2 rooms booked but we got the ground floor which has only a decent view of the lake ( not great). Beware the upgrade scam.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Dierdre Wed, 11 June 2025

I will be remembering this...

Liked: Breakfast was elegant and delicious. This hotel has the most beautiful view of anywhere I have ever stayed. Great access scenic trails.
Disliked: Nothing

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

John Mon, 9 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Thomas Sun, 8 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Lisa Sun, 8 June 2025

This was the first time...

Liked: Beautiful setting! And the Thermal Spa is enjoyable after a cool day in the rain. The included breakfast had a good selection.
Disliked: Nothing

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Marie Sat, 7 June 2025

Beautiful spot - but ask...

Liked: The hotel has a fabulous location - alone on the beautiful Lake. Terrific for walking in the area and away from the bustle of Killarney itself. The restaurant and bistro and bar were all very good and all the staff helpful. Our room had a 4-poster bed and good bathroom facilities.
Disliked: Not every “room with a lake view” gave a good view. Ours -229 in the older part of the hotel - was impeded by the flat roof and gable of the restaurant. To really get the lake view clearly, you had to go out into the corner of the terrace. So we weren’t totally happy.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Dierdre Fri, 6 June 2025

I could not have wished...

Liked: The location was fabulous. We had a room overlooking the lake and the scene was breathtaking. The spa facilities were very nice and also overlooked the lake. Food and bar were great and there was entertainment on the weekend.
Disliked: Didn’t like the bed pillows but asked for a different type and was quickly accommodated.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Brian Fri, 6 June 2025

Wonderful Location on the Lake

Liked: Location was lovely and our room had an Awesome spa bathDinner in the main restaurant was wonderful
Disliked: Lunch in the Bar was below averageThree was a bus load of people so too crowded after dinner to be able to have a drink in the bar or enjoy the live music

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 6 June 2025

All around amazing experience with...

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The Lake Hotel Lake Shore Muckross Road, Killarney