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Ballyseede Castle

4.0 star property

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Serves lunch, dinner, and brunch
Dinner served, local cuisine
Gazebo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Ballyseede, Tralee, County Kerry
  • Place, Ballyseedy Woods
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballymacelligott Church
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballyseedy Memorial
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle – Superior Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle – Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle – Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle – Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle – Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle – Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tralee

Ballyseede Castle places you next to Ballyseedy Woods and within a 10-minute walk of Ballymacelligott Church. This 45-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ballyseedy Woods - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballymacelligott Church - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ballyseedy Memorial - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tralee Town Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Killarney National Park - 29 min drive - 19.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 10 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Green Door - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gally's Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bookshelf Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kingdom Food & Wine Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ballyseede Castle

Ballyseede Castle features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and free newspapers. Limited parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Electric kettles are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • O'Connell Restaurant
  • Pappy's Bar

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1721
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 4 to March 5:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • 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

Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Ballyseede Castle Tralee
Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ballyseede Castle?

Ballyseede Castle provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballyseede Castle?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballyseede Castle on Jun 4, 2026 start from $345, 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.

What is there to do around Ballyseede Castle?

Located steps from Ballyseedy Woods, this hotel is in Tralee, and within a 10-minute walk of Ballyseedy Memorial and Ballymacelligott Church. You'll also find Manor West Retail Park and Tralee Town Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Ballyseede Castle?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Does Ballyseede Castle feature a casino on the premises?

No, Ballyseede Castle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ballyseede Castle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ballyseede Castle?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does Ballyseede Castle have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ballyseede Castle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ballyseede Castle serves free full breakfasts at O'Connell Restaurant each morning.

Does Ballyseede Castle allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ballyseede Castle.

Does Ballyseede Castle have connecting rooms available?

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

Where is the closest airport to Ballyseede Castle?

The closest major airport to Ballyseede Castle is Killarney (KIR-Kerry), which is 9.2 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ballyseede Castle?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Ballyseede Castle that offer a balcony.

Ballyseede Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 554 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LOUISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A beautiful and historical house surrounded by lovely woods where you can ramble for hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious, clean, updated bathrooms. Breakfast was really good. The grounds and castle are beautiful. The kids loved the dogs! Tralee was a great town to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Graceyn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Can’t say enough good things. Lovely room. Staff was extremely friendly. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a treat to stay in this castle. Awesome staff and yummy food! I’ll be back ;-)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccably clean. Lovely staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you have the funds available and you want a special experience for accommodation, this is a wonderful place to stay. We consider this a highlight accommodation of our trip. Beautiful grounds, delightful staff, fabulous room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

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

Perfect stay

Perfectly clean. Great job.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10 all around a really great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful castle Friendly staff, great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Ballyseed Castle and had an amazing dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning hotel. The rooms were amazing. The ambiance 10/10. Everyone is super friendly. I travel a lot all over the world staying in very nice hotels. This one ranks top10 on my list. The hotel dogs (two Irish wolfhounds) were a nice touch to this countryside castle hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This castle is beautiful. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and very helpful. Would like to have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible stay, the grounds are gorgeous. Room was divine, most comfortable bed I've ever slept in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Errol

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

Awesome place

Everything was beautiful and the staff was so nice. My only complaint is the mattress was too hard. I would definitely still stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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