Nestled within Killarney National Park, the Muckross Park Hotel & Spa is surrounded by greenery yet just a ten-minute drive from Killarney town in the complimentary shuttle bus.
This spacious but inviting hotel combines traditional decor with modern luxuries and is well known for its warm Irish hospitality, award-winning restaurants and fantastic spa. Its grand, red, gold and marble hallways leads to large and elegant rooms which offer views of the gardens and surrounding mountains.
The property offers excellent facilities with a range of dining options from casual eateries with live entertainment to a sophisticated fine-dining venue. The luxurious spa is equipped with a large hydrotherapy pool, two Jacuzzis and a variety of other amenities.
OUR OPINION:
If you’re interested in relaxing within a sumptuous spa, you won’t get a better option than the Muckross Park.
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Rooms
The 70 opulent, Victorian-styled guest rooms were designed to the highest standards and offer the very best in modern amenities. Plush beds, comfy armchairs and large windows, which fill the rooms with natural light, create an inviting atmosphere. The spacious bathrooms are equipped with Orla Kiely bathroom amenities and most rooms offer views of the hotel gardens and Killarney National Park. Superior and higher category rooms have complimentary access to the spa facilities, as well as a separate bath and shower in the bathroom. All rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and satellite TV with DVD player.
Location
The Muckross Park Hotel & Spa is located within Killarney National Park. Shady trees surround the hotel and spectacular walking and cycling trails weave through the extensive grounds and along the nearby lakes. Ancient Muckross Abbey and historic Muckross House can be reached by a leisurely stroll through the lush grounds while vibrant Killarney town is just a ten-minute drive away.
Food and drink
With its original wooden floors, rough stone walls and exposed beams, The Jarvey's Rest has the inviting ambience of a traditional Irish pub. Casual dining is available all day with the addition of lively Irish music and dancing on select dates. The informal Monk’s Lounge is the perfect place to enjoy an afternoon tea or a light lunch while fine dining is available in the award-winning Yew Tree Restaurant, whose menu is based around local Kerry produce and includes prime beef and fresh Atlantic seafood.
Facilities and activities
The hotel prides itself on its extensive, award-winning spa. The relaxing vitality suite, outfitted with a large hydrotherapy pool, two bubbling Jacuzzis, heated loungers, herbal sauna and a relaxation room, is the focal point of the spa. The luxurious spa also offers a range of face and body treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate.
Tour ideas in Killarney
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Muckross Park Hotel & Spa as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Cahernane House
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Great Southern Killarney
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Killarney Park Hotel
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Killarney Royal
Killarney
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Gap of Dunloe jaunting car and boat trip ![Jaunting car on Gap of Dunloe]()
Gap of Dunloe jaunting car and boat trip
Gap of Dunloe jaunting car and boat trip
Discover the stunning lakeland scenery of Killarney National Park on this leisurely looped tour up the magnificent Gap of Dunloe, an ancient glacial valley, by horse and carriage then across the inky Killarney lakes in an open boat.
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Irish whiskey & farmhouse cheese pairing
Irish whiskey & farmhouse cheese pairing
Discover the secrets behind the making of Irish whiskey on this enjoyable experience that introduces key ingredients and the difference they make to a whiskey's taste and tone. You'll get a tutored tasting as well as pairings with wonderful farmhouse cheeses.
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Kayak to Innisfallen Island ![Killarney lake]()
Kayak to Innisfallen Island
Kayak to Innisfallen Island
Paddle across the inky depths of Lough Leane in a kayak to discover the mysterious ruins of Innisfallen Island, an incredibly romantic spot in the heart of the Killarney lakes where Irish heroes were educated and a herd of deer roam freely.
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