1 Night, 2 Rounds
The Great Southern Killarney is a landmark stay, right in the heart of town and welcoming guests since 1854. You get that classic, historic feel but with the comforts you want on a golf break, plus six acres of mature gardens that make it surprisingly calm for somewhere so central.
You're just a short stroll from the entrance to Killarney National Park, handy for a leg-stretch after 18 holes, and you've got Killarney's pubs, restaurants and live music within easy walking distance for the evening. For golf, it's a simple ten-minute hop to Killarney Golf & Fishing Club, with more of Kerry's bucket-list courses within sensible driving range for a multi-day itinerary.
The hotel is part of the Hayfield Family Collection and is also affiliated with Preferred Hotels and Resorts and Historic Hotels Worldwide, which matches the overall feel: heritage, polished service and a full set of on-site facilities. If your group wants a base where you can roll from breakfast to tee time, then back for a swim, a sauna and a well-earned pint without organising taxis all night, this is a strong Killarney option.
Who is this for?
Golfers who want a historic hotel in central Killarney, with the National Park on your doorstep and Killarney G&FC a quick drive away.
Who is it best for?
Couples, societies and organiser-led groups building a Kerry itinerary, where walkable nightlife and on-site recovery facilities really matter.
1 Night, 2 Rounds
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The Great Southern Killarney has 177 bedrooms across classic rooms, deluxe rooms and suites. Classics are ideal if you're out early and back late, with everything you need for a comfortable reset between rounds. Step up to a deluxe room for a bit more space and, in many cases, better views over the gardens or the town. Suites give you the most breathing room, a good shout for longer stays, couples who want extra comfort, or organisers who need space to gather the group before heading out. Rooms include en-suite bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee facilities.
For post-round recovery, the leisure club is a real bonus. There's a 15-metre indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and a well-equipped gym for a loosen-up session the morning after. Two outdoor tennis courts are also available in good weather, while the gardens are ideal for an easy walk if some of the group prefer a slower pace on non-golf days.
Food and drink is covered on site with three main options. The Garden Room is the more formal setting for breakfast and evening dining, with menus built around Irish produce and seasonal ingredients. Killarney Wine Rooms is a cosier choice for a relaxed dinner with a strong wine list. For a casual bite and a post-round atmosphere, Brownes Bar is the go-to, named Ireland's Best Hotel Bar at the 2018 Bar of the Year Awards. Expect light meals, drinks and a solid whiskey line-up, with plenty of local buzz in the evenings.
Travelling as a society or larger group? Ask about private dining and set menus, which can be timed around your tee sheet. The central Killarney location also means a wide choice of independent restaurants, traditional pubs and late-night venues are within a short walk, giving you the freedom to explore the town's food and drink scene between rounds at Killarney, Ballybunion, Tralee or Waterville.
