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## Top Southwest Ireland Family Hotels

![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/9077458e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/ce351752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/cf0b748f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/9529ab04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Lake Hotel Killarney

Castlelough

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1005)

"We enjoyed the rooms, which were spacious and located in the perfect spot to see beautiful views and a quick drive from the National Park - the included breakfast was just the icing on the cake!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Emily

CA $241

CA $274 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Killarney-Hotels-The-Lake-Hotel-Killarney.h176130.Hotel-Information)

![Dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525400/525340/16d39658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Serves lunch, dinner, and brunch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525400/525340/143df349.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525400/525340/768384d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Castle – Junior Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525400/525340/6edcd68a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ballyseede Castle

Tralee

9.6/10

Exceptional

(532)

"Amazing property and staff"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Jason

CA $311

CA $353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tralee-Hotels-Ballyseede-Castle.h525340.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2631500/2631441/3882070b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2631500/2631441/14f229a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2631500/2631441/34dc7ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2631500/2631441/037912a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Castlemartyr Resort

Castlemartyr

9.4/10

Exceptional

(574)

"Site, staff, dining, Nespresso coffee in room, comfortable beds…this resort has it all!"

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Michelle

CA $370

CA $421 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Castlemartyr-Hotels-Castlemartyr-Resort.h2631441.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22570000/22561900/22561897/6bc4595e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22570000/22561900/22561897/59c719cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22570000/22561900/22561897/4736731e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22570000/22561900/22561897/dd9803cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Royal Valentia Hotel

Valentia Island

8.8/10

Excellent

(117)

"Beautiful old building, very clean and a friendly staff."

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Janice

CA $237

CA $270 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Valentia-Island-Hotels-The-Royal-Valentia-Hotel.h22561897.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226800/2226786/7daeb735.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226800/2226786/5fa23f77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226800/2226786/0ea94407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; Irish cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226800/2226786/1a4d6ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Commodore Hotel

Cobh

8.8/10

Excellent

(1002)

"Great stay "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Geoffrey

CA $155

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobh-Hotels-Commodore-Hotel.h2226786.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528204/f3a9d82a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528204/174aa936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528204/e03d503f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528204/89789123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ballyroe Lodge

Tralee

9.2/10

Wonderful

(525)

"Beautiful location, well appointed hotel freshly renovated Very good experience "

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Ryan

CA $179

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tralee-Hotels-Ballyroe-Heights-Hotel.h528204.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10210000/10207800/10207726/6fa72acb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10210000/10207800/10207726/633e7ec7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10210000/10207800/10207726/6a89a914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10210000/10207800/10207726/1057498d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ballymaloe House Hotel

Cloyne

9.6/10

Exceptional

(74)

"Upscale ancient hotel with amazing restaurant, grounds & accomodations, would stay longer next time. Gift & cafe is amazing. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Kerry

CA $419

CA $476 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cloyne-Hotels-Ballymaloe-House.h10207726.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54834/e24daf7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54834/156abc86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54834/fd946a7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54834/2e863cd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Muckross Park Hotel & Spa

Killarney

9.4/10

Exceptional

(598)

"excellent property worth coming back to"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Maureen

CA $277

CA $314 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Killarney-Hotels-Muckross-Park-Hotel-Spa.h54834.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22006400/22006330/d02c4640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22006400/22006330/850d1a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22006400/22006330/c7eab436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22006400/22006330/ee94c4bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Anvil Bar & Restaurant

Castlemaine

9.6/10

Exceptional

(113)

"We loved staying here, it was the best stay of our trip. The staff was amazing. The rooms were fantastic and the location was great. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kayla

CA $185

CA $209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Castlemaine-Hotels-The-Anvil-Bar-Restaurant.h22006330.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4970000/4969100/4969073/9363b638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4970000/4969100/4969073/14eca0aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4970000/4969100/4969073/8d8cb358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4970000/4969100/4969073/6c2d95f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### WatersEdge Hotel

Cobh

9.0/10

Wonderful

(339)

"Beautiful view from the restaurant and the room was lovely. Cobh is a beautiful town and this hotel is perfectly situated. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Anthony

CA $178

CA $203 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobh-Hotels-WatersEdge-Hotel.h4969073.Hotel-Information)

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## Find out more about Southwest Ireland

### Family friendly things to do in Southwest Ireland

Southwest Ireland offers a paradise of family-friendly activities that promise both adventure and education. Start your journey in Killarney National Park, where families can explore the stunning landscapes on bike rides or take a leisurely boat trip on the serene lakes. The park also features the enchanting Muckross House and Gardens, perfect for a picnic amidst the flowers. Next, head to the lively town of Dingle, known for its charming streets and the chance to spot playful dolphins on a boat tour with Dingle Dolphin Tours. The town also boasts the fascinating Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium, where kids can marvel at the underwater world and meet exotic marine life. For a dash of history, visit the ancient ring forts at the Blasket Islands, where kids can learn about the rich heritage of the region while enjoying the breathtaking coastal views. Staying in the picturesque town of Kenmare provides an ideal base, with its selection of family-friendly hotels that offer spacious rooms and exceptional service. After a day of exploring, unwind in local eateries that cater to children’s tastes, ensuring a stress-free dining experience for parents. With its blend of outdoor adventures and cultural insights, Southwest Ireland is a destination that will delight families looking to create lasting memories.

## Top Southwest Ireland Hotel Reviews

![Hotel Killarney](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25900/25802/724c69b4_y.jpg)

### Hotel Killarney

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing experience. Staff was amazing and couldn’t have been nicer, and the amenities for families with kids was second to none. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Killarney-Hotels-Hotel-Killarney.h25802.Hotel-Information)

![Leonardo Hotel Cork](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13262/85b885b8_y.jpg)

### Leonardo Hotel Cork

10/10 Excellent

"A little noisy but a great hotel. 2min walk from bus station. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Cork.h13262.Hotel-Information)

![Clayton Hotel Cork City](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152000/1151975/c792b4c7_y.jpg)

### Clayton Hotel Cork City

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel in excellent area, room clean, enjoyed drinks in bar."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Cork-City.h1151975.Hotel-Information)

![The Lake Hotel Killarney](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/161dd540_y.jpg)

### The Lake Hotel Killarney

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

[](https://expedia.ca/Killarney-Hotels-The-Lake-Hotel-Killarney.h176130.Hotel-Information)

![Carrigaline Court Hotel and Leisure Centre](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921200/921160/c650443a_y.jpg)

### Carrigaline Court Hotel and Leisure Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

[](https://expedia.ca/Carrigaline-Hotels-Carrigaline-Court-Hotel-And-Leisure-Centre.h921160.Hotel-Information)

![Imperial Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565670/7585a108_y.jpg)

### Imperial Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully decorated. Fabulous cafe and bar areas. Can't beat the location in Cork."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-Imperial-Hotel.h565670.Hotel-Information)

![Isaacs Hotel Cork City](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916601/8d399ec5_y.jpg)

### Isaacs Hotel Cork City

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely rooms, excellent bar on premises, helpful staff "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-Isaacs-Hotel-Cork-City.h916601.Hotel-Information)

![Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel, BW Signature Collection](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1180500/1180498/4c0d70dc_y.jpg)

### Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Good value "

[](https://expedia.ca/Blarney-Hotels-Blarney-Woollen-Mills-Hotel.h1180498.Hotel-Information)

![Commodore Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226800/2226786/7daeb735_y.jpg)

### Commodore Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"My room overlooked the harbour and was spacious and clean and quiet. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cobh-Hotels-Commodore-Hotel.h2226786.Hotel-Information)

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