Appropriately enough, as it is so close to the Irish National Events Centre (INEC), everything at this 5* hotel, conference centre and spa is on a grand scale - and, while the exterior of the vast five-storey building may be overpowering, most would agree that the contemporary interior matches the official description of ‘tasteful splendour’.
Everything seems larger than life and - although it tends to show signs of the heavy wear it is subjected to - the design, decor and furnishings of the public spaces are striking, and feature some interesting modern art and sculpture.
This Killarney Hotels house style continues through bedrooms and suites, which are extremely comfortable, with air-conditioning as well as more usual features, and luxurious marble bathrooms with separate shower and bath. The restaurant is airy and bright, and a wide ranging breakfast menu is offered.
The hotel takes pride in its spa: developed by the Banyan Tree Spa, it is Europe’s first Angsana spa and based on holistic Asian healing customs.
Conference facilities include four meeting rooms and a large function space, which is also available for weddings.
Conferences/Banqueting (250/200); free broadband wi/fi; business centre. secretarial services; Rooms 123 (4 suites, 5 junior suites, 30 superior, 3 family, 7 for disabled, all no smoking); children welcome (under 3s free in parents' room, cot available free of charge, baby sitting arranged). Lift, 24 hr room service. B&B €85-105 pps (low-high season), ss€35. Spa, beauty salon, hairdressing; Leisure Centre (swimming pool, gym, sauna); walking, tennis, cycling; Golf, fishing and equestrian nearby. Open all year. *Special interest breaks each Spring & Autumn, contact for details. Amex, MasterCard, Visa, Laser.
