McSweeney Arms Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

About this property

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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

  • Located in the best-rated area in Killarney, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • 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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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

Justin
United States United States
“Great place! We enjoyed the breakfast, location, room, and most of all the staff. Everyone was exceptionally nice!”
Caryl
United States United States
“Beautiful hotel right in the center of town with the most helpful and friendly staff (thank you, Mary and Rita!), and a delicious breakfast! Go hiontach!”
Lara
United States United States
“The room was spacious and very clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a great location and everyone was on staff was very friendly”
Alicia
United States United States
“The location was fantastic for dining and transportation in the city. The accommodations were excellent and lots of room.”
Harens
United States United States
“The location was perfect, right in the center of town. The breakfast was great, plenty of options and everything was delicious. The staff were wonderful! So generous and friendly. The fan in the room was great, such a great touch.”
Darcie
United States United States
“McSweeney Arms is a lovely historic inn in the middle of beautiful Killarney. When we arrived in the evening, the streets, pubs, and restaurants were full of Kerry fans cheering on their local team. As a result, we were not able to get in anywhere...”
Tecklenburg
United States United States
“Great location downtown Killarney! Right in the center of all the action! Cute, well attended hotel. Awesome staff and excellent breakfast too! We loved it!”
Elaine
Canada Canada
“Great location, best breakfast of our trip, the staff were lovely, a nice big room!”
Sarah
United States United States
“We had so much space in our room and bathroom—it was huge! The staff was so kind and friendly, and we felt really at home there. The furniture and appointments weren’t ultra-luxury or brand new, but they were clean and of good quality and made our...”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, very friendly staff and lovely accommodation.”

Hotel area info

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.