Scotts Street, Killarney, Ireland | (727) 241-5756
A three-minute walk to restaurants, shops, and
public transportation
Contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs and coffee/tea-makers
Apartment units have kitchenettes
Restaurant, three bars, and an outdoor music venue
Business center with a printer
Irish breakfast and buffet (for a fee)
Free underground parking
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Breakfast isn’t free
Reports of noise issues in some rooms
Food receives mixed reviews
The upper-middle-range Scotts Hotel attracts young couples and groups of friends with its central location near Main Street and three on-site bars that host live music. The 126 modern guest rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, and sleek bathrooms with deep tubs, but they feel simple and subdued compared to the trendy lobby with zebra-print rugs. Other on-site features include a free underground parking garage, free Wi-Fi, and a restaurant
that serves all meals, though breakfast costs extra. As an alternative, travelers looking for a more traditional property could consider the Randles Court Hotel, which has lavish, Old World decor.
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Scene
Trendy hotel catering to young couples and groups of friends
Opened in 1936 and redeveloped in 2007, Scotts Hotel is one of the larger and more contemporary hotels in the area. Though
it’s a family-run hotel, the spaciousness and modern decor provides a brand-hotel atmosphere with a stylish boutique twist. The charming navy hotel
with white French windows has a trendy interior decor. Glossy wooden floors, zebra-patterned rugs, a glass chandelier, and a sleek, curvy black desk
creates a playful vibe. Cream plush chairs and loveseats are clustered together
to provide seating in the lobby. The restaurant is made up of wooden floors,
wooden tables, and black or white leather chairs. It’s a simple but chic style
that ties in well with the adjoining lobby. Most guests tend to be
couples or groups of friends in their 20s and 30s who can be seen congregating in the
bars.
Location
Short walk to shops and restaurants; short drive to Killarney National Park
Scotts Hotel is well-appointed in Killarney, just
three minutes on foot from the popular Main Street, and close to a variety of
bars and restaurants. It's a five-minute walk to public transportation or
train stations. But many attractions in the
area can only be reached by car or bus. The nearby Killarney National Park is a
six-minute drive, while the Gap of Dunloe is a bit farther at a 27-minute
drive. Ross Castle is a short six-minute drive; Torc Waterfalls are a 12-minute drive; and the Muckross House and Gardens takes 17 minutes to reach by car. Kerry Airport is
a 19-minute car ride away.
Rooms
Contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs and coffee/tea-makers
The Scotts' guest rooms carry on the contemporary look found in the lobby, though they're not as punchy or attractive in their design. Different color schemes (teal, burgundy, or lavender) can be found in the bed runners and curtains offsetting the neutral carpets,
white linens, wooden and upholstered headboards, and plush chairs. Canvases of enlarged stones or feathers or accent walls in bold wallpaper give the rooms a trendy edge. Each room has a flat-screen TV
and a coffee/tea-maker. Suites come with separate sitting areas with couches,
while the five apartment units have two bedrooms, pullout sofas, and kitchenettes with mini-fridges, microwaves, and sinks. Some rooms let in more noise than others, which can be an issue with the boisterous bar scene. The
bathrooms are sleek with white tile sometimes punctuated with gray countertops, though they
lack countertop space. Most have a shower/tub combo, but Suites have small showers and separate baths with deep tubs. Toiletries and hairdryers are provided. Overall, views aren't remarkable, and some rooms overlook the parking lot.
Features
Three bars, a restaurant, business center, and free underground parking
The highlight of the Scotts Hotel is the three hip on-site bars.
The Scotts Bar is a popular local hangout that serves food and drinks. It also
has an outdoor courtyard that doubles as the town’s only open-air live music
venue in the summer season. Indoors, there are two more watering holes: Snug Bar provides a cozier, intimate
atmosphere, and the stylish Resident’s Lounge is a luxurious bar set with red
velour chairs and sexy, low lighting. The Courtyard
Restaurant serves an Irish breakfast for a fee in the morning, plus lunch and
dinner, though there have been complaints about food quality and service. Guests can make use of a small business center with a computer and
printer, and there's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. A free underground parking garage
is also available, an uncommon feature for Killarney hotels.
