In the heart of Killarney's town center, this family-run hotel offers charming accommodations, great food and exceptional service. The McSweeney Arms Hotel is a landmark in Killarney. The McSweeney family are welcoming guests since 1950. Proud of their long tradition of hospitality, attention to detail and overall friendliness, Tony, Pauline and Kelly Ann McSweeney as well as their team work hard to provide a high-quality service. All bedrooms feature private bathrooms, flat screen satellite TVs and seating areas. There is public car park located in close proximity to the hotel on Lewis Road which cost €3 per day. McSweeneys is just 2-minute walk from both the bus and rail stations. "McSweeneys Since 1950" our bar/restaurant is the heart of the hotel and enjoys a great reputation for its atmosphere and food. The hotel's good location and comfortable accommodations makes it a great base from which to enjoy the delights of Killarney and the magnificent Wild Atlantic Way coastline.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the best-rated area in Killarney, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet


Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kathryn
    United States United States
    Very central to everything in town. Reception was very friendly and offered to hold our key while we went out on the town.
  • Jacqueline
    United States United States
    Lovely location, staff and room! The bed was massive (an unexpected luxury!) and very comfortable, as were the pillows. Room didn’t have an AC, but came equipped with a fan and open window which kept the room a very comfortable temp. Bathroom was...
  • Linda
    United States United States
    The people were so nice and helpful, the breakfast was amazing. The rooms we comfortable.
  • Yael
    Israel Israel
    We got a suite. The hotel is decorated in ancient style. The breakfast was amazing. The hotel is located in the Main Street.Very good value for money
  • Sarah
    Canada Canada
    Staff was amazing, very sweet and super customer service.
  • James
    United States United States
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Kelly at reception, Kevin the bartender and the breakfast lady. Always smiling. Convenient location. Very large, comfortable and charming room. Sitting area with couch and chairs were a plus
  • Eric
    United States United States
    Great location with easy access to things in town, friendly staff. Has a definite old-school vibe and that is one of the reasons I booked it. Pub downstairs is awesome, just a great local pub.
  • Mary
    United States United States
    It was fabulous with a great location and the rooms were big and spacious. The parking is up the street but there is a loading area right in front.
  • Brian
    United States United States
    Omg! The breakfast was amazing. And there were gluten free options.
  • Gerald
    Canada Canada
    Local family run classy hotel with rare elevator in great location right next to busiest stretch of town, perfect for road trip with big parking lot across the street and around the corner that are free after 6:30 pm. Breakfast selection is...

Hotel area info

Amenities of McSweeney Arms Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 3 per day.

  • Street parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wake-up service
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Polish

House rules
McSweeney Arms Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform McSweeney Arms Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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