Stayed for 2 nights in February 2011 with my family, occupying 3 rooms, 6 adults and 3 children and we loved it. Everything from the warm welcome, fresh wholesome food (you can't leave without trying the ginger cake), plentiful breakfast and comfortable warm rooms The drawing room (on ground floor) was very pleasant in the evenings with a open-fire where... More

We (my husband and I) spent two nights in Killarney at the Arbutus Hotel and they were wonderful!!! The staff at check in was very friendly and helpful. The gentlemen at the front desk took the time to show us a map of the town (and surrounding areas) and advise us of the best places to visit in our short... More

Thanks a million for a great stay in Killarney. My four sisters and I headed to Killarney for a 40th birthday in Oct. The staff in the Arbutus Hotel were excellent. They even sang happy birthday to my sister at breakfast. Location is great. Staff are wonderful. Ambiance and character top marks. More

The Arbutus makes great play on its long history and the initial impression as you enter the reception area is positive - warm antique furnishings and aura of old-fashioned welcome. Thereafter it goes rapidly downhill - Fawlty Towers style! The bedrooms are furnished with dated 50's & 60's pieces in a flowery but drab style and the bathroom only lacked... More

We stayed for one night (mid-November), and had a great double room with beautiful antique furniture and lovely tub for taking hot baths. The location is amazing, right next to all the restaurants and pubs. For the price, we chose not to do breakfast, and had a delicious meal at Cronin's across the street instead. The wifi signal could have... More

My wife and I stayed at the Arbutus for 3 nights and enjoyed the experience immensely. The hotel was a mixture of old world charm and modern convenience and is ideally placed to explore the area. The furnishings were beautiful, especially the dining room. Our room was lovely and roomy, we had nearby parking for our vehicle, and the staff... More

Found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. It's location was in the heart of Kilarney and made it very easy to sightsee. They also helped us to secure a sightseeing trip to the Ring of Kerry which was picked up right in front of the hotel. More

myself and my wife had a most enjoyable 2 night stay this past weekend.very well located, comfortable,with excellent food.The freshly prepared full irish breakfast was the best we ever had.Found the staff very friendly and attentive especially Betty in the dining room.I would recommend the Arbutus to anyone going to killarney,"top class" More

I styaed here in June with my extended family (10 adults & 3 kids), this is a really freindly hotel, it is family run and there is a personal touch that is lacking in most modern hotels, The hotel itself is a little dated but this just adds to the overall charm of the place. The breakfast is great, freshly... More