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Butler Arms Hotel, hotel in Waterville

The Butler Arms is directly opposite the beach in Ballinskelligs Bay, Waterville. The hotel has views of the Atlantic Ocean and offers spacious rooms, a seafood restaurant and free parking.

Very comfortable, friendly staff and good food
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
296 reviews
Price from€ 200per night
The Smugglers Inn, hotel in Waterville

The Smugglers Inn overlooks the sandy beach at Ballinskelligs Bay. Most rooms have sea or mountain views and the hotel has a bar, a gourmet restaurant, free WiFi in all areas and free parking.

Location is exceptional
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
384 reviews
Price from€ 200per night
Kielty's of Kerry Bed and Breakfast, hotel in Waterville

Featuring a garden and views of sea, Kielty's of Kerry Bed and Breakfast is a recently renovated bed and breakfast located in Waterville, 1.1 km from Waterville Beach.

The cooked breakfast was delicious, and there was also fruit salad, fruit, yoghurt etc to choose from. The accomodation was spotlessly clean and tidy. The rooms were large and the bed was comfy. The breakfast room was beautiful, bright and cheerful. Our host recommended dinner at OhMaryLou restaurant. It was a short walk away, and the food was excellent.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
396 reviews
Price from€ 140per night
Holiday Home Waterville, hotel in Waterville

Located in Waterville and only 800 metres from Waterville Beach, Holiday Home Waterville provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Very comfortable modern clean Cosy house. Owner was very efficient and quick at messaging .
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
11 reviews
Price from€ 308per night
Klondyke House B&B, hotel in Waterville

On the famous Ring of Kerry road, Klondyke House boasts stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Kerry Mountains, home-cooked breakfasts and free Wi-Fi.

Easy Design, very clean. The selfmade pancakes & super fresh fruits were amazing!
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
347 reviews
Price from€ 140per night
The Old Cable Historic House & Seafood Restaurant, hotel in Waterville

The Old Cable Historic House is a Designated Milestone Heritage Site tracing its origins to The First Transatlantic Telegraph Cable from Ireland to the USA in 1866.

Owners delightful.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
420 reviews
Price from€ 140per night
The Old School House B&B, hotel in Waterville

In picturesque Ballinskelligs, the 19th-century Old School House B&B is nestled between sandy beaches and stunning mountains on the Wild Atlantic Way.

its quirky character
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
228 reviews
Price from€ 144.20per night
Derrynane Bay House, hotel in Waterville

Set in Caherdaniel and only 29 km from O'Connell Memorial Church, Derrynane Bay House offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

everything was excelkent
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
233 reviews
Price from€ 130per night
Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse and QCs Seafood Restaurant, hotel in Waterville

Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse, formerly QC's, is family-run and situated in Cahersiveen on The Wild Atlantic Way.

Excellent,everything was brilliant, beautiful room,excellent restaurant, beautiful place
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
489 reviews
Price from€ 169.20per night
Royal Valentia Hotel, hotel in Waterville

The 18th-century Royal Valentia Hotel provides bed and breakfast in a spectacular setting on Valentia Island, just off Ireland’s west coast.

Beautiful area.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
833 reviews
Price from€ 117per night
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What guests said about Waterville:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Waterville is a pretty little village in kerry dark sky...

    Waterville is a pretty little village in kerry dark sky reserve and close to kerry cliffs. Friendly people but not a lot to do. Excellent guinness beef stew at Dooley's. Would not recommend Darc apartments. - 3rd bedroom was like a closet and very uncomfortable cot to sleep on. 2 bathrooms- one toilet was out of order and no water pressure in either shower. Could have been cleaner - used bars of soap in bathrooms..Tv not hooked up and other than helping us find the unit , which was poorly marked- owner of unit did not respond to inquiries from us regarding plumbing, tv etc. Location was convenient
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was beautiful!!! Great location and service and food!

    It was beautiful!!! Great location and service and food! Lovely clean room & new en suite. Room has ocean front view and you can fall asleep looking at the stars! There is also a lounge to watch the sunset! You really need a car for Waterville to get to Smuggler’s Inn.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Waterville is a lovely town . Great restaurants .

    Waterville is a lovely town . Great restaurants . Fresh seafood a speciality. Enjoy a drink on the rooftop terrace at Dooleys restaurant or dine in s seaside pod at The Smugglers . Breathtaking views and great food
    Jackie
    Ireland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We eat in Butler Arms and Mick O'Dwyers.

    We eat in Butler Arms and Mick O'Dwyers. Both were excellent. Different styles but both top class. Waterville is a lovely village, not too much noise. Great promenade for walking. Management and staff very wellcoming in all the busineses We will make the village a regular call
    neill
    Ireland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I thought people in Waterville very friendly and helpful.

    I thought people in Waterville very friendly and helpful. The promenade is a lovely opportunity for a walk along the sea! Interesting to read about Mick O'Dwyer and Charley Chaplin linked to this small seaside town! The scenery around Waterville is spectacular.
    Barbara
    Ireland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    More lively than we thought it would be in the dead of...

    More lively than we thought it would be in the dead of winter. It's a nice clean, well-kept town in an outstanding location by the sea. The mountains are right beside you. Plenty of places to explore.
    Paul
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Waterville

  • From € 285 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 296 reviews
    Beautiful hotel and in a great location overlooking the ocean! We drove and found it quite easily. They had parking out the back which made it easy for us to park and enter the premises. The room was large and spacious and so was the bathroom. The hotel was connected to a bar which we found appealing for afternoon drinks! They also had various other rooms you could use such as a quiet room and a billiards room. There was lots to choose from for breakfast and it was always delicious! We had a great stay thank you!
    Kelvin
    Australia
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews
    This place isn't just beautiful, it's a whole experience! The house is so lovely, comfortable and warm! The decor is wonderful, and it has everything you need! It's so GORGEOUS, AND THE SHEEP ARE SO CUTE! The surrounding settings with the mountains and the valleys is literally incredible! Please just stay here, it's peaceful and Sinead and her father Timothy are lovely and kind. It's all you need! 💚🤍🧡 It's also just 10 min from Waterville which is an adorable town with lots to offer!
    Patty
    United States
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews
    The room was perfect, immaculate and comfortable. Beautiful view of the lake. The hosts were extremely helpful and accommodating. Location is great, Waterville has plenty of nice bars and restaurants, and it's a short drive south to beautiful Caherdaniel/Derrynane beach or North to Valentia Island/ Skellig ring/ Cahershiveen or Kells. Great value for money. Fishing is good on the lake. Even with little experience on a hot day, I caught a fish within 20 minutes of casting.
    Darragh Gilligan
    Ireland
  • From € 145 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 396 reviews
    Gabe and Nikki were AWESOME hosts. They greeted us at the door the moment we arrived with smiles a kindness. The breakfast was made to order and they nailed it. The banana bread..Holy smokes, it was DELICIOUS!!!! These two really make you feel at home. My sister and I were so fortunate to meet such wonderful people on our first visit to Ireland. ☘️ I highly recommend you stay here. P.S I NEVER write reviews! This is how great Niki annd Gabe are!!
    Shannon
    United States
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews
    Quite enjoyable especially in case you are bored by 4-star hotels which all look the same, after all. Well refurbished. In case you are in doubt (no photos) there is indeed a (small) toilet and shower in the boat, and more in the garden. Better to get instructions about how to find the place (it's in the back yard, you can see it from the satellite view on google maps as a light blue thing)
    Daniele
    Italy
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 184 reviews
    Great interior design. New, modern and full of taste and lovely scent. Cosy beds and a absolutely perfect bathroom. The breakfast was outstanding a la carte. Even for spoiled people a must in Waterville. The host was kind, friendly and very service orientated. We would stay there whenever we are in Waterville.
    Steffan
    Germany
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    Comfortable and spacious cottage has everything you need for a longer self-catering stay. There are stunning views up and down the valley. Excellent location for exploring the peninsula: Skelligs ring, Valencia island, Cahersiveen, Glencar and Derrynane are nearby. The hosts are very friendly and helpful.
    David
    Germany
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 46 reviews
    Fantastic, accessible location just outside the main part of Waterville. Mary the proprietor couldn’t have been sweeter or more helpful with making dinner recommendations and securing us a reservation. The breakfast menu offered many delicious options (including full Irish, salmon and eggs, and pancakes).
    Virginia
    United States
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 184 reviews
    The accommodation was immaculate, the staff extremely friendly, the breakfast delicious and the decor and furnishing high quality. The view from the sea view room is incredible. Highly recommend for anyone to visit Waterville and stay here.
    Grant
    Ireland
  • From € 140 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 348 reviews
    The breakfast was really superb, five star quality! We spent a week in Kerry and it was the standout breakfast for us! Fabulous guesthouse all around, gorgeous newly renovated bathroom.
    Fionnghuala
    Ireland
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews
    An excellent location along the wild Atlantic coast in Kerry county. Beside the lake , behind the trees, a mesmerizing destination. Exceeded expectations. best in the area.
    Majumder
    Ireland
  • From € 285 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 296 reviews
    Great location, wonderful view of the beach and coastline. Very nice staff in the hotel and the attached pub. The breakfasts were wonderful and the wait staff attentive.
    Mark
    United States
  • From € 190 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 384 reviews
    Stunning remote beach location with wonderful views and glorious sunset. Excellent hotel, staff , food, facilities and atmosphere. Clean comfortable luxury room
    Fean
    United Kingdom
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 420 reviews
    Stayed here on the ring of Kerry. Such wonderful food and dessert. Had fresh fish and homemade pasta. Breakfast in the morning was amazing.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 420 reviews
    Good location on the ring of Kerry, comfortable accommodation, excellent breakfast and exceptional hosts. What would you want more!!
    Adrian
    Malta
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 21 reviews
    Location of the house is amazing the perfect location to explore the area and pop in and out of Waterville.
    Steve
    United Kingdom
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 420 reviews
    Beautiful Waterville in historic cable house. Great restaurant, wonderful hosts!!! On ring of Kerry!!
    Donna Giaquinto
    United States
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 157 reviews
    Attended funeral in Waterville had not time to rate breakfast No complaints .
    Pat
    Ireland
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews
    Best place in Ireland Fishing is first class.
    Dave
    Ireland
  • From € 190 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 384 reviews
    Superbly upgraded and refurbished hotel.
    Andy
    United Kingdom