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Ballyseede Castle

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Dinner served, local cuisine
Castle – Junior Suite | Living area
Exterior
Serves lunch, dinner, and brunch
Dinner served, local cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Castle – Junior Suite

Castle – Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Castle – Double Room

Castle – Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle – Single Room

Castle – Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle – Superior Room

Castle – Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Castle – Suite

Castle – Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Tralee is home to Ballyseede Castle. Aqua Dome and Dhu Varren Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Manor West Retail Park and Tralee Road. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Ballyseede, Tralee, County Kerry

What's nearby

  • Ballyseedy Woods - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballymacelligott Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ballyseedy Memorial - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aqua Dome - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tralee Town Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 10 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gally's Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Green Door - ‬6 min drive
  • Burger King
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ballyseede Castle

Upscale hotel
At Ballyseede Castle, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, O'Connell Restaurant, features kids' meals and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and free newspapers
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Meeting rooms, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ballyseede Castle boast comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • O'Connell Restaurant
  • Pappy's Bar

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1721
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 4 to March 5:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee

Frequently asked questions

Is Ballyseede Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballyseede Castle?

As of Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballyseede Castle on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $479.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ballyseede Castle?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ballyseede Castle?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ballyseede Castle?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Ballyseede Castle located?

Situated in Tralee, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ballyseedy Woods, Ballymacelligott Church, and Ballyseedy Memorial. Chute Hall Ogham Stones and Tralee Workhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Ballyseede Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 511 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property that also has a nice trail that meets up with the Ballyseede Woods trail nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property. Very luxurious. Historic and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience at Ballyseede Castle. The room and grounds were quiet and beautiful. We had a lovely dinner and breakfast there as well. There are miles of trails to explore as well. Would definitely come back if we’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best property! The room was gorgeous and the staff was amazing! If I came back to the area I would only stay here. It was worth every penny! Everyone should experience this place once. We had room 903 with the separate living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The castle was amazing! The horses and donkeys love to be fed special treats and the dogs were adorable. Sleeping in the original castle was a fairytale dream come true. The staff was friendly and the 5 course meal was delicious. I highly recommend Ballyseede to everyone!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This castle hotel was such a delight. The service was excellent. The bed was incredibly comfortable. The room was beautiful in the grounds were a dream.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family stay at Ballyseede

This was one of the highlights of our trip!!! We wish we could have stayed longer! Loved seeing the Irish Wolfhounds too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. The donkeys and ponies are delightful. Rooms are well appointed. Great dining. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, friendly and accommodating. The castle was very clean and quiet. I would definitely recommend this for a neat experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful, elegant, charming and attention to details. Perfect for wedding, or any event, and your person vacation! Not to forget my personal favorite, the 2 Irish wolfhound, love them!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing castle and grounds. Very clean and accommodating! Delicious breakfast! The staf was not very knowledgeable about the castle or its rich history unfortunately. I googled most of the history. The main floor bar had limited hours and wasnt open suring oir stay. I wld still recommend Ballyseede Castle!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great choice! A little off the path but still close enough to Killarney, Ring of Kerry, etc. The food was great, highly recommend dinner and take advantage of the breakfast. Friendly and attentive staff. Loved the property, (friendly pups!) well maintained, great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, great vibes, and very nice staff. I especially loved all the animals and especially Doolin the dog. I was worried I would feel creeped out staying in an older castle. But the rooms didn’t feel creepy at all. Lovely grounds to walk around as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hideki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights and enjoyed restaurant menu for dinner. Bedroom was clean and well maintained. After breakfast, garden walk was nice, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful castle property. The dogs were awesome. Staff was excellent, food was delicious and the breakfast was a highlight. Bravo to the cooks and breakfast staff. Beautiful property and grounds, we took a million pictures of property it was so lovely. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great historic place

Lovely place! Had a great time and enjoyed walking around the grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place! The meals were by far my favorite during our entire 2 week stay in Ireland! Would highly recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved how charming the place was. We had great service and loved our time there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly great experience! Doreen served us tea and breakfast and made our trip magical.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, romantic, relaxing!

Absolutely amazing! Romantic, magical, and well suited for a lovely getaway with friends or a partner. The grounds were lovely to walk after breakfast, and in the evening before bed. The restaurant was delicious and staff was above and beyond helpful and kind. The bedding and rooms were lovely and comfortable. I slept so well there! The friendly pups that made you feel at home, were the highlight of our trip and stay. We thank the caretakers and owners for their amazing attention to detail. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, great place to stay. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic 1700’s castle, wonderful grounds, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Princess for a night

During my solo road trip around Ireland, I decided to stay at Ballyseede Castle for a night since when else will I have an opportunity to spend an evening in a castle! The grounds were absolutely gorgeous, and the room was so luxurious. The shower was divine, and the toiletries provided left my hair feeling like I'd just come from the salon. I had dinner in Pappy's Bar and ate one of the most delicious steak and ale pies I've ever had, just the perfect portion size! While the location is a little off the beaten path, it is well worth the trip!!!
Guest chambers for the night
Ballyseede Castle
Ballyseede Castle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fabulous stay at the Castle, very intimate and easy to navigate. Staff were lovely, we had a wedding there and it was fantastic, food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was especially attentive… facility is beautiful as are the grounds. A lovely hotel with a lot of charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024