See all properties

The Ferry Boat

2.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Ferry Boat

A statue, a house, and palm trees.
Basic Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View | Exterior
A coastal area with a row of pink tables and chairs, a small pink structure, and a street with parked cars.
A bedroom with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A pier leading to a dock with boats, a sign for Portmagee Seasonal Visitors Pontoon, and contact information for Kilrush Marina.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
East End, Portmagee, Kerry, V23E400
  • Place, Skellig Experience Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Derrynane Bay Beach
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Carrantuohill
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, Sea View

A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.

Basic Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

Basic Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 64 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Partial Sea View

A bedroom with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Basic Triple Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Garden View

A neatly made bed with white linens and pink bedspread, two white towels on the bed, and bedside lamps on either side.

Basic Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Basic Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Portmagee

Located within a leisurely stroll of Skellig Experience Centre, The Ferry Boat is within a 10-minute drive of Tinnies. This 5-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi.
View more Guest Houses in PortmageeOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Skellig Experience Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Skelligs Chocolate Factory - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 18 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Derrynane Bay Beach - 45 min drive - 25.5 miles
  • Carrantuohill - 58 min drive - 40.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fishermans Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • The Cafe Portmagee
  • ‪Skellig Rock Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Cois Trá - ‬16 min drive

About this property

The Ferry Boat

The Ferry Boat features free WiFi in public areas and a communal living room. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Desks are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.

Similar properties

Land view from property
Seagull Cottage B&B
Portmagee
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 162 reviews
$89 nightly
The price is $101
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Seagull Cottage B&B

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 14.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum EUR 14.00 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: EUR 14.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum EUR 14.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Ferry Boat?

This guesthouse is located in Portmagee within a short 8-minute walk of Skellig Experience Centre. You'll also find St. Brendan's Well and Tinnies within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ferry Boat?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ferry Boat on Jul 6, 2026 start from $112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Ferry Boat?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does The Ferry Boat have a casino at the property?

No, The Ferry Boat doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ferry Boat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at The Ferry Boat?

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

Does The Ferry Boat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Ferry Boat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Ferry Boat allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Ferry Boat for a fee of EUR 14.00 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ferry Boat?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

What is the closest airport to The Ferry Boat?

The closest major airport to The Ferry Boat is Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe), which is 8.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ferry Boat?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Ferry Boat.

The Ferry Boat Reviews