Great Southern Killarney
Spectacular architecture of this magnificent Victorian building melded with effortless service and genuine hospitality has made Great Southern Killarney an iconic retreat for over 165 years. Originally opened as The Railway Hotel in 1854, Great Southern Killarney stands proudly as Killarney's Premier Historic Hotel. Great Southern Killarney has developed a deluxe guest experience with beautifully appointed accommodation & guest facilities including The Garden Room Restaurant, Brownes Bar, The Wine Room, Afternoon Tea in The Grand Foyer & the beautifully restful, Reading Room Residents' Lounge. With 177 bedrooms ranging from Classic rooms to more luxurious Junior and Grand Suites and Self-Catering Houses & Apartments, there is a wide range of accommodation available to suit every occasion.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 498 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-05
Guests praise the prime location, classic charm, and exceptional staff service, especially breakfast. Main drawbacks include lack of AC in some rooms, aging furniture, occasional slow dining service, and minor noise from construction.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for those valuing classic luxury and service. Confirm AC availability if sensitive; allow extra time for dining.
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Room types · 19
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Railway Residence
This spacious apartment features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The apartment features a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 3 beds.
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Ambassador Suite
This suite is consisted of of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite offers a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, heating, as well as a TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Grace Kelly Suite
This suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite features a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Kennedy Suite
This suite features a kitchenette and a dining area. Some suites are located within the hotel building and consist of a master bedroom with king size bed and a separate spacious lounge, which can be converted as a sleeping area for 1 or 2 children sharing. The suite includes a sitting room, a bathroom with a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and White Company products.
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Suite
This suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box, heating, as well as a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Victorian Suite
Junior Suites offer special extras, such as a bathrobe, slippers and a sofa. A stereo system with CD player and a king-size bed are also provided. An in-room refrigerator is included and can be stocked as a mini-bar on request. Bathrooms come with marble counters, double sinks and a separate bath and shower.
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Deluxe King Room with Garden View
The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This double room has a safe deposit box, heating, a TV with satellite channels and a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.
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Family Room
The family room features a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This family room offers heating and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Deluxe King or Twin Room
This room features a king-size bed, which can be configured into twin beds if needed. Guests should state their bed preference in the Special Requests box at the time of booking.
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Deluxe Room
<p><strong>1 King Bed or 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>344 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Satellite channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Roll-in shower</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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The spacious triple room features a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
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Classic King/Twin Room
This room features complimentary bottled water, tea/coffee making facilities, TV with multi-channels, iron, hairdryer and a work desk.
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Superior King Room
The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room offers heating and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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The twin room features a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room provides heating and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Superior Double Room
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>279.9 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Satellite channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Superior Twin Room
<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>285 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Satellite channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
<p><strong>1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>215.3 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Satellite channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>215-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Satellite channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Superior Suite
The suite includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This suite features a mini-bar, a safe deposit box and a TV.
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