The Ross – A Favorite for Families in Killarney
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
The Ross offers 330-square-foot Double/Twin rooms with views of St. Mary's Church garden, Killarney town center, and Killarney National Park across the street. Rooms include king-size beds, smart TVs, free Wi-Fi, and fireplaces. Double Double rooms feature two queen beds for families. Junior Suites measure 500 square feet with king beds and sitting areas.
Local Dining Options
The Lane serves Cluck Cluck burgers, sirloin steaks, and cocktails. Polly's offers Mediterranean dishes using Dingle goat cheese and Spillane's smoked salmon. The Pink Lounge Gin and Champagne Bar features 60 gins including Dingle Gin and Killarney Gin, with gin and chocolate tastings. LUNA coffee + wine provides artisan sandwiches and wine. Breakfast includes full Irish, pancakes, and eggs Benedict.
Activities and Recreation
Guests access Killarney National Park directly across the street for hiking Torc Waterfall and 'Cardiac Hill.' Horse and cart rides through glacial valleys and boat trips on Killarney's lakes are available. The hotel offers Instax cameras for photography, and staff arrange fishing licenses and Ross Castle tours. Private karaoke sessions for 14-25 people feature 60,000 songs in Polly's Lounge.
Central Killarney Location
The Ross is a 10-minute stroll from Killarney town center and 20 km from Kerry Airport. It faces Killarney National Park's entrance at the Golden Gates on Muckross Road. Muckross House is 10 minutes by car. Killarney train and bus stations are 5 minutes on foot. Tomies Wood is 300 meters away, and Ross Castle is 2.5 km distant.
Family-Run Hotel Services
Front desk staff provide hiking route advice, fishing spot recommendations, and Muckross House visit coordination. The hotel offers bike rentals, polaroid cameras, and picnic baskets from LUNA. Room service includes Irish cheese platters and wine. Sustainable practices include refillable toiletries, glass water bottles, and LED lighting. The Treacy family has operated the property since 1938.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Archery
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Karaoke
- Night club
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
