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The Ross

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine
Exterior detail
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Town Centre, Killarney, Kerry
  • Place, St. Mary's Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, INEC Killarney
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ross Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Double | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Killarney

Located in Killarney City Centre, The Ross is next to St. Mary's Well and Cinema Killarney. This 29-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Kerry Way - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • INEC Killarney - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ross Castle - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Muckross House - 11 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 8 min walk
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatler Jack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Public House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Laurels - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪John M. Reidy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Flesk Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Ross

Family-friendly hotel with bars and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Ross enjoy features like karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a water dispenser.
40-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, espresso makers, and safes are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Polly's
  • The Lane

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ross
Ross Hotel
Ross Hotel Killarney
Ross Killarney
The Ross Hotel
The Ross Killarney
The Ross Hotel Killarney

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Ross?

The Ross offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to The Ross?

This hotel is situated in Killarney City Centre, just steps from St. Mary's Well and St. Mary's Church, and within a short walk of Killarney National Park. You'll also find The Kerry Way and St. Mary's Cathedral less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Ross?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Ross feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Ross doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ross?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Ross good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a late night room service menu, premium bedding, and a separate bath and shower.

Does The Ross have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Ross have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Ross serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Lane.

Will The Ross allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Ross.

Does The Ross have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Ross?

The closest major airport to The Ross is Killarney (KIR-Kerry), which is 10.5 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ross?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Ross.

Does The Ross have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Ross.

The Ross Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 263 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ross is a small hotel right in town. The rooms are a little dated, but well maintained. Room 205 overlooks a cemetery, which may be an issue for some. The included breakfast is sit down with some delicious hot options (I.e. omelets, Irish Breakfast, etc). The bar around the corner, Paddy Sheehan’s had awesome live musical performances. There’s also a large/nicer gift shop nearby, Christy’s. The hotel itself has a bar downstairs, Polly’s. They had a decent selection of top shelf alcohol, but limited food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun time

Center of Killarney. What a place for a night out Totally enjoyed every minute
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in a great location and is great value. The staff make the place. They could not have been more welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend the breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Ross was great! The staff at the hotel were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siqing

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A dream come true. Beautiful amenities. Very clean. Well appointed rooms. Friendly staff. Excellent location. Very nice breakfast. I wish I could find such a hotel in every place we travel. No doubts, no questions, you want to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, OAKVILLE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant options. Clean room. Accessibility
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manque de renseignement sur les lieux de stationnement pour l'arrivée .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. Highly recommend it. Be advised, however, that it’s a long walk from the hotel to the entrance of Killarney National Park. We wished we had rented a bike in town earlier in the day and ridden to the park.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and best location possible
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family

A great stay

Very comfortable and welcoming hotel. Great location and great service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, comfy beds, large bathtub, heated towels…a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central Killarney

Great location in centre of Killarney, large comfortable room and very good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

KRIS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful eclectic hotel and was a fun change to the normal hotel room you might be accustomed to. This made up for some signs of aging and wear and tear.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Spring Valley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please be aware that some hotel rooms may face the church’s cemetery. The staff and quality of hotel was superb! The hotel is within walking distance of the main shops and sightseeing. I felt comfortable walking later in the evening and parking was easily accessed (2 - 3 blocks away).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent from the decor to the staff. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Kerry.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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