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The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

Beaufort,Gap of Dunloe
Rated 9.2 in 386 reviews

The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens, situated in the heart of Killarney, Ireland, offers a serene retreat amidst the stunning landscapes of County Kerry. This distinguished hotel is nestled on a 64-acre estate, providing guests with breathtaking views of the Gap of Dunloe and the surrounding countryside. Its location makes it an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the region, including the nearby Killarney National Park.

The hotel seamlessly blends luxury with comfort, featuring elegantly designed rooms that provide a tranquil haven for relaxation. Each room is tastefully furnished, ensuring that guests can enjoy a restful stay while soaking in the majestic views of the gardens or the rolling hills beyond. The dedication to service is evident, with staff committed to catering to every need and ensuring a memorable experience for all guests.

Dining at The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens is a culinary delight, offering a range of delectable options prepared using locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy their meals in a sophisticated setting that perfectly complements the natural surroundings.

In addition to its luxurious accommodations, the hotel features a range of recreational facilities, including an indoor swimming pool and a tennis court. For those interested in outdoor activities, the estate offers opportunities for horseback riding or simply strolling through its extensive gardens, providing a perfect escape into nature.

Overall, The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens presents a harmonious blend of elegance and tranquility, making it a standout choice for those seeking a peaceful getaway in one of Ireland's most picturesque regions.

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Climate and Weather

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Michelin Restaurants in Killarney and near The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

Dunloe Ogham Stones
Dunloe Ogham Stones
Collection of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
460m / 0.29mi
CIIC 203 (Ogham Stone Concept by RAS Macalister)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
380m / 410yd
Gap of Dunloe
Gap of Dunloe
Mountain pass in Kerry, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Prince of Peace Church
Church in Fossa, County Kerry, Ireland
3.2km / 2mi
Parkavonear Castle
Parkavonear Castle
Ruined castle in County Kerry, Ireland
5.3km / 3.3mi
Innisfallen Church, Oratories & Abbey
Innisfallen Church, Oratories & Abbey
Ensemble of early Christian and Augustinian monastic buildings on Innisfallen Island, National monument no. 183
5.3km / 3.3mi
Ballymalis Castle
Ballymalis Castle
Castle ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
5.2km / 3.2mi
CIIC 242 (Ogham Stone Concept by RAS Macalister)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
5.4km / 3.4mi
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
5.3km / 3.3mi
Aghadoe Round Tower
Aghadoe Round Tower
Round tower in County Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
Ross Castle
Ross Castle
15th century castle in Ireland
6.9km / 4.3mi
St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney
St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney
Church in Co. Kerry, Ireland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Crash site of USAAF Dakota
Crash site of USAAF Dakota
Mountain in Kerry, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Killarney National Park
Killarney National Park
National park in Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland
8.9km / 5.5mi
Muckross House
Muckross House
Public building in Ireland
9.7km / 6mi
Muckross Abbey
Muckross Abbey
9.9km / 6.1mi
St Mary's Well
Holy well in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
Church of the Resurrection
Church in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
9.6km / 6mi
Killarney Methodist Church
Killarney Methodist Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
8.4km / 5.2mi
Derrycunihy Church
Derrycunihy Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
11.1km / 6.9mi
Flesk Castle
Historic house in County Kerry, Ireland
10.3km / 6.4mi
Lissivigeen Stone Circle
Lissivigeen Stone Circle
11.4km / 7.1mi
Kilnanare Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
King Puck
King Puck
Statue of the mythical goat King Puck in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
11.7km / 7.3mi
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
House of Augustinian canons
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ardcanaght Stones
Pair of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
13.9km / 8.6mi
Callanafersy
Stone ringfort in County Kerry, Ireland
13.4km / 8.4mi
St James's Church
St James's Church
Church in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
12.1km / 7.5mi
Molahiffe Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
13.7km / 8.5mi
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church in Currow, County Kerry, Ireland
16.7km / 10.4mi
Kerry Bog Village
Private open air museum in Ireland
17.5km / 10.9mi
Scotia's Grave
Scotia's Grave
Area in Munster, Ireland
19.5km / 12.1mi
Gortatlea - Castleisland railway line
Former railway line in Ireland
18.7km / 11.6mi
Dunkerron Castle
Dunkerron Castle
Castle in Ireland
20.5km / 12.7mi
Inch Beach
Inch Beach
Beach in County Kerry, Ireland
21.2km / 13.2mi
St James's Church, Glenbeigh
St James's Church, Glenbeigh
Church in Glenbeigh, County Kerry, Ireland
21.4km / 13.3mi
Templenoe Church
Church ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
21.7km / 13.5mi
Ballymacelligott Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
21.2km / 13.2mi
St Patrick's Church
Church in Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland
20.6km / 12.8mi
Holy Cross Church, Kenmare
Holy Cross Church, Kenmare
Church in Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland
20km / 12.5mi
Kerry County Museum
Kerry County Museum
County museum in County Kerry, Ireland
23.6km / 14.7mi
Dromore Castle
Dromore Castle
Manor house in Templenoe, County Kerry, Ireland
23.4km / 14.5mi
Blennerville Windmill
Blennerville Windmill
Building in Blennerville, Ireland
23.1km / 14.4mi

What to do in Killarney and near The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

Dunloe Ogham Stones
Dunloe Ogham Stones
Collection of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
460m / 0.29mi
CIIC 203 (Ogham Stone Concept by RAS Macalister)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
380m / 410yd
Gap of Dunloe
Gap of Dunloe
Mountain pass in Kerry, Ireland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Prince of Peace Church
Church in Fossa, County Kerry, Ireland
3.2km / 2mi
Parkavonear Castle
Parkavonear Castle
Ruined castle in County Kerry, Ireland
5.3km / 3.3mi
Innisfallen Church, Oratories & Abbey
Innisfallen Church, Oratories & Abbey
Ensemble of early Christian and Augustinian monastic buildings on Innisfallen Island, National monument no. 183
5.3km / 3.3mi
Ballymalis Castle
Ballymalis Castle
Castle ruin in County Kerry, Ireland
5.2km / 3.2mi
CIIC 242 (Ogham Stone Concept by RAS Macalister)
Ogham Stone, Ireland
5.4km / 3.4mi
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
5.3km / 3.3mi
Aghadoe Round Tower
Aghadoe Round Tower
Round tower in County Kerry, Ireland
5.4km / 3.3mi
Ross Castle
Ross Castle
15th century castle in Ireland
6.9km / 4.3mi
St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney
St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney
Church in Co. Kerry, Ireland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Crash site of USAAF Dakota
Crash site of USAAF Dakota
Mountain in Kerry, Ireland
8km / 5mi
Killarney National Park
Killarney National Park
National park in Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland
8.9km / 5.5mi
Muckross House
Muckross House
Public building in Ireland
9.7km / 6mi
Muckross Abbey
Muckross Abbey
9.9km / 6.1mi
St Mary's Well
Holy well in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
St Mary's Church
Church in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
Church of the Resurrection
Church in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
9.6km / 6mi
Killarney Methodist Church
Killarney Methodist Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
8.4km / 5.2mi
Derrycunihy Church
Derrycunihy Church
Church in County Kerry, Ireland
11.1km / 6.9mi
Flesk Castle
Historic house in County Kerry, Ireland
10.3km / 6.4mi
Lissivigeen Stone Circle
Lissivigeen Stone Circle
11.4km / 7.1mi
Kilnanare Church
Church building in County Kerry, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
King Puck
King Puck
Statue of the mythical goat King Puck in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
11.7km / 7.3mi
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
Killagh Priory St. Mary de Bello Loco
House of Augustinian canons
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ardcanaght Stones
Pair of ogham stones in County Kerry, Ireland
13.9km / 8.6mi
Callanafersy
Stone ringfort in County Kerry, Ireland
13.4km / 8.4mi
St James's Church
St James's Church
Church in Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland
12.1km / 7.5mi

About Killarney

Killarney, Ireland, offers a variety of activities and attractions that highlight the region's natural beauty and cultural heritage. One of the most notable experiences is exploring Killarney National Park, where visitors can enjoy scenic walks, cycle paths, and the opportunity to see diverse wildlife. The park is home to the stunning Lakes of Killarney, which provide picturesque views and opportunities for boating.

Another significant attraction is Muckross House and Gardens, a Victorian mansion set against the backdrop of the national park. The house features beautiful gardens and offers insights into the history of the area. Nearby, the Muckross Traditional Farms present a glimpse into rural life in the 1930s, showcasing traditional farming techniques and practices.

For those interested in local culture, the town itself has a vibrant atmosphere with shops, pubs, and restaurants that reflect Irish hospitality. Visitors can enjoy traditional music sessions in local pubs, which can provide a sense of the local community and culture.

A short drive from Killarney leads to Torc Waterfall, a scenic spot that is easily accessible and offers a pleasant walking trail. The waterfall is an ideal location for photography and enjoying the tranquility of nature.

For stunning panoramic views, a visit to Ladies View is recommended. This viewpoint is particularly famous for its breathtaking scenery of the lakes and mountains, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals.

Exploring the Ring of Kerry is another popular activity, offering breathtaking landscapes and charming villages along the route. This scenic drive showcases the dramatic coastline and lush countryside, providing numerous opportunities for stops and exploration.

Lastly, if time permits, a visit to the nearby Gap of Dunloe can be an enriching experience. This narrow mountain pass is known for its stunning scenery and offers various hiking options, as well as the chance to take a traditional pony and trap ride through the area.

Killarney provides a mix of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and outdoor activities, making it a well-rounded destination for visitors.




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