Town Centre, Killarney, Ireland | (586) 210-9239
Located in the town center close to bus and train stations
Smart
contemporary lobby with friendly ambience
Rooms with marble-topped
sinks and jetted tubs
Decent restaurant
serving regional specialties
Irish pub with
live traditional music daily
Heated indoor pool and whirlpool
Fully equipped fitness center and sauna
Free Wi-Fi
throughout
Noisy on-site bars and neighboring club
Uninspiring and slightly dated room decor
Some rooms are on the small
side
Killarney Towers
Hotel is a fairly upscale local chain hotel set in the heart of Killarney town
center. The traditionally decorated 182 rooms are perfectly adequate if a touch dated, though all
bathrooms feature jetted tubs. The restaurant serves decent regionally-inspired
fare while two bars provide live music and televised sports. However, its the
leisure facilities that really make this hotel stand out, with a lovely heated
indoor pool and sauna. While rates are very reasonable, weekend noise from neighboring
nightlife can be a problem, so light sleepers might want to check out the
quieter -- though pricier -- Malton Hotel.
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Scene
Upscale local chain hotel with smart interiors and a friendly vibe
Contrary to the
name, Killarney Towers is actually a relatively wide, mid-rise hotel that
blends its quaint period architecture with some very modern add-ons. Entrance
is via a tall, shimmering glass-and-steel revolving door that leads into a
chic boutique-style lobby. Polished wood and chrome compliments
plush contemporary furnishings while a trio of check-in desks are illuminated
by funky ceiling lights. The Killarney Towers is one of three hotels owned by a
local family who also manage the hotels on a day-to-day basis with an emphasis
on keeping atmosphere particularly friendly and welcoming. Elevators ferry
guests -- usually touring couples with occasional groups -- to one 182 rooms
spread over three floors. With two bars of its own and a neighboring nightclub,
the hotel can get a little noisy at weekends.
Location
Set in the heart of Killarney, a short walk from bus and train stations
This hotel has
a prime position in Killarney town center surrounded by a mix of bars,
restaurants, and shops -- though the area around the hotel can get a bit noisy on weekends. With Killarney bus and rail stations less than a five-minute walk away,
it makes an excellent base for exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside
including the lush wooded mountains, lakes, and valleys of Killarney National
Park, about 36 minutes by bus. The Ring of Kerry highway and tourist route is also a five-minute drive away meaning easy access by car around some of Kerry's most
picturesque landscapes.
Rooms
Traditional rooms with marble-topped sinks and jetted tubs
Unlike the lobby,
the guest rooms are decorated in a pretty typical chain-hotel fashion with
carpeted floors, patterned curtains, and traditional furnishings. And the rust-colored textiles and navy carpets can feel a touch dated. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, wide-screen TVs, and tea/coffee
facilities as well as mini-fridges with free water. Bathrooms are clean,
well-maintained, and topped with green marble, and every one includes a jetted
tub. Light sleepers should ask for a rear facing room as there can be some
street noise, while some rooms can also experience noise from the neighboring
nightclub at weekends.
Features
Impressive leisure center with swimming pool, sauna, and steam bath
While the
slightly garish decor might not be to everyone's taste, the hotel's Innisfallen
Restaurant serves up a decent mixture of regional and international cooking
throughout the day. For a lighter bite, O'Donoghue's Irish pub provides snacks
and drinks and includes a Starbucks station as well as traditional Irish music
sessions nightly. Another bar -- Kube -- is a great venue for watching sporting
events and serves a good selection of craft beers. The hotel's leisure center
is impressive, with a 50-foot heated indoor pool, sauna, steam bath, and whirlpool, as well as fitness room with up-to-date equipment.
