Town Centre, Msgr. O'Flaherty Road, High Street, Killarney, Ireland | (618) 248-8274
Located in
central Killarney, within walking distance of public transportation
Homey
rooms with TVs and coffee/tea makers; some have fireplaces
Free made-to-order breakfast
Low-key and cozy bar on-site
Business
center with a computer workstation
Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking
Some rooms are dated and don’t have air-conditioning
Building lacks an
elevator
Centrally located off of a
popular avenue in Killarney, the three-pearl Brook Lodge Hotel has charming Victorian decor and the inviting atmosphere of a bed-and-breakfast. Guests can start their day with a free made-to-order breakfast, plus there's a homey Residents Bar for evening drinks. The bulk of the 24 guest rooms are spacious and feature an
old-fashioned elegance -- which could read as dated -- plus amenities like spacious, modern bathrooms and fireplaces in some rooms. As
an alternative, travelers looking for a more luxurious option might want to check out the International Hotel Killarney, which has a fitness center and a game room.
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Scene
Old-fashioned hotel that caters to couples
The
charming, family-owned Brook Lodge Hotel is an old-fashioned, homey property that opened in 1999. The decor throughout is Victorian -- antique plush patterned chairs are clustered around a fireplace with a wooden
mantle in the lobby, while maroon carpeting permeates throughout. Some of the decor appears dated, however, such as the faded salmon-colored
carpet in the breakfast room and bar as well as some furnishings and armchairs found throughout the property.
Most guests are couples who can be seen congregating in the breakfast room,
though families and friends on vacation stay here on occasion as well.
Location
Central to attractions in the city and surrounding areas
It's easy to explore Killarney and nearby attractions from the Brook Lodge: High Street, a popular avenue filled with shops and
restaurants, is just a two-minute walk away. Killarney Golf and Fishing Club is a 15-minute walk from the
hotel. Many places are best reached by car or bus, including the Killarney National Park, which is a
seven-minute drive, and the Muckross House, Gardens & Traditional
Farm, which takes 15 minutes by car. The Gap of Dunloe is a 27-minute drive, Ross
Castle, an eight-minute car ride, and Torc Waterfalls is 16 minutes away by car. The bus and train stations can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes. It’s a 20-minute
drive to Kerry Airport.
Rooms
Elegant, old-fashioned rooms with spacious bathrooms; some have AC and fireplaces
The spacious rooms feature two different decor types, one of which has red carpeting,
white linens, and cream loveseats and is more dated in its furnishings, while the
other rooms have a light sea green or gray carpet, white linen beds with
brown or cream runners, and lovely cream or brown floral wallpaper. Amenities include coffee/tea-makers,
iron and ironing boards, free Wi-Fi, and TVs (though not all are flat-screens). Some rooms have air-conditioning or a fireplace, convenient for cozying up on a chilly night. The bathrooms are spacious and have white or cream tiles -- some
with floral designs -- long counter tops, and frame-less mirrors, all of which
speaks to a more contemporary, modern style. Most bathrooms are outfitted with shower/tub combos with deep basins, though Suites have the more luxurious option
of separate walk-in showers and tubs. Havana toiletries and hairdryers are
provided.
Features
Made-to-order breakfast, bar, and a business center
The Brook Lodge doesn't have extensive on-site features, but those it does offer are much appreciated by guests, starting with breakfast. The hotel serves a free breakfast buffet in the spacious dining room, as well as made-to-order items such as a
traditional Irish breakfast, pancakes, French toast, and vegetarian items. The on-site Residents Bar is a convenient and homey option for an evening drink. The business center includes a single computer and a printer, plus Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Free on-site private
parking is available as well.
