The 33-room, mid-range Victoria House Hotel is a stylish boutique property within walking distance of the INEC and Killarney National Park. Each individually decorated room is warm and cozy, with plush carpets and eye-catching accent walls. In-room amenities cover the basics, including free Wi-Fi, though some TVs are older tube units. Guests can choose from up-market dining at Sika Restaurant or a more casual meal at Ivy Room Bar, which has couches around fireplaces and outdoor space on warmer days. The property draws nature lovers and families, and the atmosphere is friendly and laid-back. Travelers looking to stay right in Killarney could consider The Fairview, where some rooms have fireplaces, though rates are moderately higher.
The 33-room, mid-range Victoria House Hotel is a stylish boutique property within walking distance of the INEC and Killarney National Park. Each individually decorated room is warm and cozy, with plush carpets and eye-catching accent walls. In-room amenities cover the basics, including free Wi-Fi, though some TVs are older tube units. Guests can choose from up-market dining at Sika Restaurant or a more casual meal at Ivy Room Bar, which has couches around fireplaces and outdoor space on warmer days. The property draws nature lovers and families, and the atmosphere is friendly and laid-back. Travelers looking to stay right in Killarney could consider The Fairview, where some rooms have fireplaces, though rates are moderately higher.
The upscale Malton Hotel is a superbly presented 19th-century hotel conveniently located right opposite the train station in the center of Killarney. Despite its location, the property and its pretty six acre grounds are peaceful (except when hosting a wedding), and feature elegant, well-preserved interiors. The 172 rooms are mostly nicely finished, though a few are small and others could use a refresh. Dining and leisure facilities are outstanding, and easily some of the best in town, though it does all come at fairly pricey rates -- the equally elegant Killarney Royal is cheaper, though less grand.
The upscale Malton Hotel is a superbly presented 19th-century hotel conveniently located right opposite the train station in the center of Killarney. Despite its location, the property and its pretty six acre grounds are peaceful (except when hosting a wedding), and feature elegant, well-preserved interiors. The 172 rooms are mostly nicely finished, though a few are small and others could use a refresh. Dining and leisure facilities are outstanding, and easily some of the best in town, though it does all come at fairly pricey rates -- the equally elegant Killarney Royal is cheaper, though less grand.
The 65-room Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is an upscale countryside hotel located in the middle of Ireland, outside of Athlone town. It makes a good base for exploring the Irish countryside or as a place to stop when driving cross country from Dublin to Galways. Rooms are spacious and attractive, and some have fireplaces in sitting areas. Views are of the beautiful lake or golf course, and some rooms have balconies. The hotel's restaurant gets good reviews, and the bar offers panoramic views of the lake from floor-to-ceiling windows. The property is well-equipped for hosting events, and weddings and corporate gatherings often keep it filled. For something a bit more intimate near Athlone, the Wineport Lodge Hotel is a fine choice, but it's more expensive.
The 65-room Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is an upscale countryside hotel located in the middle of Ireland, outside of Athlone town. It makes a good base for exploring the Irish countryside or as a place to stop when driving cross country from Dublin to Galways. Rooms are spacious and attractive, and some have fireplaces in sitting areas. Views are of the beautiful lake or golf course, and some rooms have balconies. The hotel's restaurant gets good reviews, and the bar offers panoramic views of the lake from floor-to-ceiling windows. The property is well-equipped for hosting events, and weddings and corporate gatherings often keep it filled. For something a bit more intimate near Athlone, the Wineport Lodge Hotel is a fine choice, but it's more expensive.
The 167-room Sheraton Athlone is an upscale property right in the heart of Athlone, just a five-minute walk to the River Shannon. There's plenty of dining, drinking, and sights within an easy walk of the hotel, and the hotel has spa, indoor pool, and fitness center -- rarities in central Athlone. Rooms are a mixed bag -- some are plain, but modern, while others have more style. Two restaurants and a bar keep guests fed and entertained, and the events space is popular for corporate events and weddings, meaning the property is often filled with groups. As an alternative, those with a more secluded retreat in mind should consider the Wineport Lodge, which has lots more style and is only a 10-minute drive from Athlone.
The 167-room Sheraton Athlone is an upscale property right in the heart of Athlone, just a five-minute walk to the River Shannon. There's plenty of dining, drinking, and sights within an easy walk of the hotel, and the hotel has spa, indoor pool, and fitness center -- rarities in central Athlone. Rooms are a mixed bag -- some are plain, but modern, while others have more style. Two restaurants and a bar keep guests fed and entertained, and the events space is popular for corporate events and weddings, meaning the property is often filled with groups. As an alternative, those with a more secluded retreat in mind should consider the Wineport Lodge, which has lots more style and is only a 10-minute drive from Athlone.
The 128-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone is an upper-middle-range property located on the River Shannon in the center of Athlone. It's a popular gathering place for locals and all sorts of travelers, and the mostly modern style makes for a pleasant-enough base from which to explore the area. Rooms are colorful and stylish, although the lack of flat-screen TVs in some units was shocking. The on-site restaurant and bar are pluses, as is the leisure center with an indoor pool, gym, sauna, and steam room. Events spaces draw everything from corporate get-togethers to weddings. For guests who don't need to be in the center of town, the Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is a tranquil alternative on Lough Ree.
The 128-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone is an upper-middle-range property located on the River Shannon in the center of Athlone. It's a popular gathering place for locals and all sorts of travelers, and the mostly modern style makes for a pleasant-enough base from which to explore the area. Rooms are colorful and stylish, although the lack of flat-screen TVs in some units was shocking. The on-site restaurant and bar are pluses, as is the leisure center with an indoor pool, gym, sauna, and steam room. Events spaces draw everything from corporate get-togethers to weddings. For guests who don't need to be in the center of town, the Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is a tranquil alternative on Lough Ree.
The 30-room Wineport Lodge is an upscale boutique inn located on the shores of Lough Ree, a 10-minute drive from Athlone town. It offers a quiet, relaxing place for travelers looking to get away for a while. Rooms are fresh and modern, with vibrant artsy details and high-end electronics, and all have views of the lake. Entry-level rooms are on the compact side, but suites have ample space. The restaurant once appeared on an Irish reality show and its reputation draws both locals and guests. The small spa is a plus, as are the hot tubs with lake views. The Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is also on Lough Ree -- it has its own golf course and lower rates, but way less style than the Wineport Lodge.
The 30-room Wineport Lodge is an upscale boutique inn located on the shores of Lough Ree, a 10-minute drive from Athlone town. It offers a quiet, relaxing place for travelers looking to get away for a while. Rooms are fresh and modern, with vibrant artsy details and high-end electronics, and all have views of the lake. Entry-level rooms are on the compact side, but suites have ample space. The restaurant once appeared on an Irish reality show and its reputation draws both locals and guests. The small spa is a plus, as are the hot tubs with lake views. The Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club is also on Lough Ree -- it has its own golf course and lower rates, but way less style than the Wineport Lodge.
