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Ballyseede Castle

Ballyseede
Rated 9.3 in 886 reviews

Ballyseede Castle is an enchanting hotel located just a few minutes from the vibrant town of Tralee, Ireland. Nestled on a 30-acre estate replete with lush gardens, ancient stone walls, and verdant woodlands, the castle offers a truly unique stay that immerses guests in Irish history and heritage. The grand architecture of Ballyseede Castle, with its towers and turrets, exudes an old-world charm that speaks to its storied past dating back to the 16th century.

Inside, the castle features elegantly furnished rooms adorned with period décor, showcasing a blend of traditional and contemporary comforts. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options at the castle’s O’Connell Restaurant, which serves up an exquisite menu based on locally sourced ingredients. Alternatively, the cozy Pappy’s Bar offers a warm atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a quiet drink alongside the crackling fire.

Beyond its luxurious accommodations, Ballyseede Castle provides an ideal base for exploring County Kerry’s stunning landscapes, including the famous Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula. The castle also prides itself on hosting bespoke events, making it a sought-after venue for weddings and corporate gatherings.

Guests staying at Ballyseede Castle will find a range of activities on offer, such as guided tours of the historic property, leisurely walks around the gardens, and opportunities for adventure with nearby golfing and horseback riding facilities. Whether seeking relaxation or exploration, one can find a welcoming retreat at Ballyseede Castle in Ireland’s picturesque southwest.

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Tralee and near Ballyseede Castle

Limerick–Tralee line
Former railway in western Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Ratass Church
Ratass Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
2.7km / 1.7mi
153 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
153 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
152 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
152 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Tullygarran Ogham Stones
Tullygarran Ogham Stones
National Monument in County Kerry, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ballymacelligott Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
3.3km / 2.1mi
Kerry County Museum
Kerry County Museum
County museum in County Kerry, Ireland
4.2km / 2.6mi
St Brendan's Park
Gaelic sports stadium in Ireland
5.2km / 3.3mi
Tralee - Fenit railway line
Former railway line in Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Scotia's Grave
Scotia's Grave
Area in Munster, Ireland
5km / 3.1mi
St John's Church
St John's Church
Church in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Mounthawk Park
Stadium in Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
St John's Church of Ireland Church
Church in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland
4.2km / 2.6mi
Blennerville Windmill
Blennerville Windmill
Building in Blennerville, Ireland
6.2km / 3.8mi
Annagh Church
Annagh Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Gortatlea - Castleisland railway line
Former railway line in Ireland
6.6km / 4.1mi
Clogherbrien Church
Clogherbrien Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
7.2km / 4.5mi
Molahiffe Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
Ardfert Abbey Friary
Ardfert Abbey Friary
Medieval Franciscan friary and National Monument located in County Kerry, Ireland
11.9km / 7.4mi
Ardcanaght Stones
Pair of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
11.1km / 6.9mi
Kilnanare Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
10.1km / 6.3mi
St Bernard's Church
Church in Abbeydorney, County Kerry, Ireland
10.3km / 6.4mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Kilflyn, County Kerry, Ireland
10.6km / 6.6mi
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
House of Augustinian canons
13.2km / 8.2mi
Ardfert Cathedral
Ardfert Cathedral
Cathedral in County Kerry, Ireland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Crag Cave
Crag Cave
Cave in County Kerry, Ireland
13.9km / 8.6mi
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church in Currow, County Kerry, Ireland
13km / 8.1mi
Banna Strand
Banna Strand
Beach in Country Kerry, Ireland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Killelton Church
Killelton Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
15.8km / 9.8mi
Tralee Golf Club
Golf course 10km from Tralee, Ireland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Callanafersy
Stone ringfort in County Kerry, Ireland
15.9km / 9.9mi
Tonaknock Cross
Tonaknock Cross
Archaeological site in County Kerry, Republic of Ireland
14.5km / 9mi
Killahan Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
14.5km / 9mi
Kilmoyly Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
15.9km / 9.9mi
Church of the Sacred Heart
Church of the Sacred Heart
Church in Kilmoyly South, County Kerry, Ireland
15.2km / 9.4mi
St Michael's Church
St Michael's Church
Church in Lixnaw, County Kerry, Ireland
16.7km / 10.4mi
Caherconree Promontory Fort
Caherconree Promontory Fort
Hillfort in Kerry, Ireland
16.1km / 10mi
Ballymalis Castle
Ballymalis Castle
Castle ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
19.4km / 12mi
Kilgobbin Church
Kilgobbin Church
Church in Ballinknockane, County Kerry, Ireland
18.7km / 11.6mi
St James's Church
St James's Church
Church in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
19km / 11.8mi
King Puck
King Puck
Statue of the mythical goat King Puck in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
19.1km / 11.9mi
Kilnananima Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
19.2km / 12mi
Kilmurry Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
18.3km / 11.4mi
St Mary's Chapel
St Mary's Chapel
Church in Camp, County Kerry, Ireland
18.3km / 11.4mi
Parkavonear Castle
Parkavonear Castle
Ruined castle in County Kerry, Ireland
21km / 13.1mi

What to do in Tralee and near Ballyseede Castle

Limerick–Tralee line
Former railway in western Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Ratass Church
Ratass Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
2.7km / 1.7mi
153 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
153 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
152 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
152 (Ogham Stone Concept by the Research Squirrel Ogham Project)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Tullygarran Ogham Stones
Tullygarran Ogham Stones
National Monument in County Kerry, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ballymacelligott Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
3.3km / 2.1mi
Kerry County Museum
Kerry County Museum
County museum in County Kerry, Ireland
4.2km / 2.6mi
St Brendan's Park
Gaelic sports stadium in Ireland
5.2km / 3.3mi
Tralee - Fenit railway line
Former railway line in Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Scotia's Grave
Scotia's Grave
Area in Munster, Ireland
5km / 3.1mi
St John's Church
St John's Church
Church in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland
4km / 2.5mi
Mounthawk Park
Stadium in Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
St John's Church of Ireland Church
Church in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland
4.2km / 2.6mi
Blennerville Windmill
Blennerville Windmill
Building in Blennerville, Ireland
6.2km / 3.8mi
Annagh Church
Annagh Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Gortatlea - Castleisland railway line
Former railway line in Ireland
6.6km / 4.1mi
Clogherbrien Church
Clogherbrien Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
7.2km / 4.5mi
Molahiffe Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
9km / 5.6mi
Ardfert Abbey Friary
Ardfert Abbey Friary
Medieval Franciscan friary and National Monument located in County Kerry, Ireland
11.9km / 7.4mi
Ardcanaght Stones
Pair of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
11.1km / 6.9mi
Kilnanare Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
10.1km / 6.3mi
St Bernard's Church
Church in Abbeydorney, County Kerry, Ireland
10.3km / 6.4mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Kilflyn, County Kerry, Ireland
10.6km / 6.6mi
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
House of Augustinian canons
13.2km / 8.2mi
Ardfert Cathedral
Ardfert Cathedral
Cathedral in County Kerry, Ireland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Crag Cave
Crag Cave
Cave in County Kerry, Ireland
13.9km / 8.6mi
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church in Currow, County Kerry, Ireland
13km / 8.1mi
Banna Strand
Banna Strand
Beach in Country Kerry, Ireland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Killelton Church
Killelton Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
15.8km / 9.8mi
Tralee Golf Club
Golf course 10km from Tralee, Ireland
14.8km / 9.2mi

About Tralee

Tralee, located in County Kerry, offers a range of activities and attractions that highlight its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. One of the key highlights is the Tralee Bay Wetlands, which is a nature reserve that provides opportunities for birdwatching and offers scenic walking trails. Visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the wetlands while observing various wildlife.

Another significant attraction is the Kerry County Museum, where guests can explore the history of the region through engaging exhibits. This museum offers insights into local traditions and the heritage of County Kerry, making it a valuable stop for history enthusiasts.

The Tralee Castle site, although in ruins, offers a glimpse into the town's medieval past. Walking through the remnants of this historic structure can provide a sense of the area's history and its significance over the centuries.

For those interested in gardens, the Tralee Town Park is a beautifully maintained space that features a variety of plants and flowers, along with walking paths and a playground. It’s a pleasant spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.

The Rose of Tralee Festival is another important cultural event that takes place annually, celebrating the town's heritage and bringing together visitors from around the world. While the festival occurs at a specific time each year, it reflects the community spirit and local pride that characterize Tralee throughout the year.

Lastly, exploring the surrounding countryside offers the chance to experience the natural beauty of County Kerry. The nearby Slieve Mish Mountains and Dingle Peninsula provide stunning landscapes and opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities. Engaging with the local community through shops, cafes, and traditional pubs can also enhance the experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local culture.




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