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Henry Street, Kenmare, Ireland
#24 of 28 B&Bs and inns in Kenmare
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 673 B&B reviews
8.5Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.8
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.3
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Staff
9.2
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Value for money
8.4
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Free Wifi
7.9
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Reviewed: February 13, 2025
Manolis
Australia9 Reviews1.0- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Reviewed: January 2, 2025
Carol
Ireland3 Reviews1 helpful vote5.0Fair- • Business trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room had very poor lighting very dim lights .other lamp was broken .had to ask for tea making facilities was told to get it my self from the dining room again it was in darkness .
The staff and the atmosphere was excellent.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 14, 2024
Niamh
Ireland39 Reviews1 helpful vote6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room only as breakfast €25
Location ideal
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 10, 2024
John
Australia15 Reviews1 helpful vote5.0“Great stay but the no heating and cold showers upset us”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Classic Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No hot water !! And no heating ! Cold showers this morning and no one to complain to Really disappointed !
The staff and the location. The rooms were big and clean
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Christine
Ireland12 Reviews1 helpful vote4.0“Acceptable”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
room temperature was very cold and no facility to make cuppa tea or coffee
The family room was spacious but very cold
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 3, 2024
Alice
Ireland43 Reviews3 helpful votes4.0“I have stayed previously in O Donnabhàins but on this occasion I was disappointed with my accommodation”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I thought I would be staying in o Donnabhàin’s main premises and not a kitchenette with a bedroom. The shower did not work. The room didn’t even have a sachet of coffee or tea which is unusual for accommodation in Ireland. I was disappointed
Location
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 23, 2024
Aricka
United States2 Reviews4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We were on the first floor and could hear the music every night. We could not get consistent hot water for the shower.
Nice central location to the town. We enjoyed the breakfast and breakfast staff friendly
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 21, 2024
Nancy
United States1 review4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The mattress was uncomfortable as were the pillows. The shower temperature varies between freezing and scalding- there was no warm range
The apartment was clean and well maintained. The location was excellent.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 16, 2024
John
Ireland6 Reviews2 helpful votes5.0“It was disappointing not to have hot water for a shower!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
In the first room we were allocated it was in the back of the building with a constant humming coming from the nearby buildings. This was a big problem as my wife suffers from tinnitus and the constant noise was very irritating. We closed the windows and we still could hear the noise. Cleanliness was a problem. The windows were covered with bird poo and dirty. However it did have a double bed. It was a family room. The second bedroom we were given had a better view as it was at the front of the building ,however it was a twin room. At first sight it looked lovely. On closer inspection the venetian blinds needed a good clean. The room needs some TLC. The bathroom was very clean. However the shower didn't work. On letting the waitress at breakfast know of our dilemma we were advised that all the customers seem to choose the same time to take showers and we should try having one at a different time. We tried this in the evening. Still no hot water. We informed one of the staff. He said he'd look at it. He did. But we still had no hot water for a shower. This was a huge disappointment as it's one of the main necessities of a good stay. To have a shower and a good bed. We were staying for 2 nights.
The location was very central in the middle of the Town.Breakfast was nice. The waitress was very friendly. The bar staff were accommodating when allocating a different room when requested. Bar food was delicious. Bar staff were very friendly and attentive. The ambience/atmosphere was very good.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: August 29, 2024
Sharonstevo
Australia88 Reviews11 helpful votes5.0“ok pub rooms but overpriced for what it was”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
the room was very expensive for how ordinary it was. the windows look out on to nothing...just a light shaft really. no lift but that's understandable based on the old building. toilet seat broken but they fixed it straight away. could hardly open the windows for fresh air.
great location
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 26, 2024
Siobhan
Ireland11 Reviews1 helpful vote3.0“Some good staff but genuine hospitality will not be found here.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
As a small family, mother and two small children, we were asked to move on after just 40 minutes eating our dinner to accommodate other customers. We were devalued and made to feel unwelcome. This ruined our two night stay at this property. I could not recommend this place as a result.
Breakfast staff were great.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: August 19, 2024
Allison
Australia23 Reviews2 helpful votes6.0“UPS and downs here”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom, shower and water were awful
The breakfast, the staff, the size if the room
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 12, 2024
Patricia
Ireland15 Reviews4 helpful votes6.0Pleasant- • Couple
- • Classic Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower had no pressure and made really bad noises.
Great location, amazing staff.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: June 20, 2024
Michelle
United Kingdom3 Reviews5.0“It was passable, wouldn't stay again because of the room.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Dated decoration, bathroom needs replacing, an uninspiring room. Was expensive for what it was.
I liked the location and the breakfast in the restaurant was good. Our waitress was lovely.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 15, 2024
Vincent
United Kingdom20 Reviews2 helpful votes6.0“Expensive for simple and basic night with no parking”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No parking. Very tired rooms for money
Breakfast
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Darren
United Kingdom30 Reviews2 helpful votes5.0“Kenmare”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cold room, very basic and the bed was uncomfortable. Not sure what the other rooms were like but ours needs a good bit of modernisation.
Location and the food was good.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: October 12, 2023
Michelle
Ireland5 Reviews6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too many stairs. Door next to us was being banged, very loudly on numerous occasions Inc late Saturday and early Sunday morning! No iron/board. No tea/coffee in room. No warning of loud music. Although so called "Soundproof" room stated. Although comfie mattresses... Double bed was 2 single pushed together. Therefore a gap was imminent/existent.
Very friendly staff. Great variety at breakfast time.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 25, 2023
Fogg
United States10 Reviews1 helpful vote6.0“The suite is a decent little apartment but no heat option for a wet travelor was disappointing. .”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No heat!
Available.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 22, 2023
Michael
Ireland6 Reviews4.0“Very disappointed.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was substandard. Cooker was not clean . Bathroom was too small and no where to leave toiletries.
Didn’t have a breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Catherine
United Kingdom1 review2.0Very Poor- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our apartment was a disappointment. Walked in and the wooden blinds were mostly broken on two windows. U could hardly pull them up to open windows. Bedside lamp didn't work. Metal stopper in sink didn't close so you could fill sink with water to shave. Just looked shoddy. Mattress was uncomfortable too. Wouldn't stay again.
The staff were so helpful and food was super
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: June 4, 2023
Paul
United Kingdom19 Reviews6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fire doors,locked open at night. Poor quality fittings. Unable to get a table to sit and have a drink in the bat( all reserved for diners.
Location
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: May 22, 2023
Ellen
Ireland5 Reviews4.0- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Reviewed: February 19, 2023
Caroline
Ireland4 Reviews5.0“Good location. Expensive for what provided”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Room was very cold and felt a little damp. No breakfast available. No staff to be seen. Other guests came in at 2am. Noisy and shouting using bad language. Didn’t feel secure when no staff there
Location where we wanted. Room decor good
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: February 6, 2023
Denis
Ireland11 Reviews4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room with Shower
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower very poor. Cold water and no pressure
Location
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: October 3, 2022
Ronan
United Kingdom3 Reviews6.0“Probably better value elsewhere though happy enough with my stay. No complaints.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was of no interest, which is fine considering there are numerous places nearby with plenty of choice. Some bircher muesli options with non-dairy milk like Oat would have been appreciated.
The staff in the bar/restaurant are great. Very helpful and always pleased to help sit a table of different groups or children. Room was nice and quite which surprised me given its location.
Stayed in September 2022
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