The Happy Pig, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Kenmare, 30 km from INEC, 31 km from Carrantuohill Mountain, as well as 33 km from St Mary's Cathedral. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 30 km from Muckross Abbey. The guest house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, the units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units feature a terrace and/or a patio with mountain views. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the guest house. As an added convenience, The Happy Pig offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go cycling nearby. Kenmare Golf Club is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club is 5.6 km away. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 48 km from The Happy Pig.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kenmare, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kenmare
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly, cosy, great breakfast. Well located for town. Lovely to be welcomed with tea and cake.
  • Diana
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was superb, I wished I could have one of everything
  • Diarmuid
    Ireland Ireland
    Fabulous room and general decor. Great Breakfast. Lovely staff.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Happy Pig

Company review score: 9.9Based on 505 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Please note, we can not guarantee that we will be at the premises between 13:00 and 16:00. You are welcome to park your car in our car park and take a stroll into town or relax on our terrace at the back of The Happy Pig.

Property information

The Happy Pig is a beautifully appointed unique Guesthouse in Kenmare, on the Ring of Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way. Six individually styled and decorated bedrooms with spacious en suite bathrooms, luxurious bed linen, toiletries, stunning mountain and garden views. Handpicked antique furniture and art throughout the house, a cosy sitting room with a library, a sunny patio to enjoy a glass of wine while enjoying the views and sounds of the surrounding countryside and gardens. We are the only guesthouse in the area to provide a secure and sheltered outhouse to host both motorcycles and bicycles, with an adjoining dry room for all of your gear. You can look forward to a locally sourced, delicious cooked breakfast by Irma to set you on your way, whether your day comprises of leisurely strolls or cycling in the Kerry mountains.

Languages spoken

German,English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Happy Pig
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

The Happy Pig takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Happy Pig accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Happy Pig in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Happy Pig

  • Room options at The Happy Pig include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at The Happy Pig can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The Happy Pig is 1,000 yards from the centre of Kenmare. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Happy Pig is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at The Happy Pig may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Happy Pig offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Temporary art galleries