We chose Killarney as a central SW Ireland base and looked for an Irish lodging experience with a good in-town location to enjoy our evenings in Killarney. Arbutus Hotel fit the bill. friendly and helpful staff, great brekky. The pub was relatively quiet until the live IRISH music from impromptu, generally older participants on Saturday night and Sunday afternoon filled... More

Just back from a wonderful weekend at the Arbutus, as always we were looked after very well, welcomed with tea and ginger bread from the most friendly staff. The room was very good and the breakfast excellent and served until 11am by very helpful staff. Good music in the bar on Saturday where the staff were very good as always.... More

Our arrival at The arbutus hotel on a cold April day was everything you would want of Irish hospitality. We were with another couple and while we were waiting in the reception room in front of the open fire for the bags to be brought in a lovely tray of coffee tea and Irish ginger cake was served to us.... More

Myself and my wife stayed at the Arbutus Lodge this week end and enjoyed our pleasant stay thoroughly. All staff are friendly, the layout and theme of the hotel is very homely, especially the waiting area is like being in the front room of your own home. breakfast is cooked on order, "so no buffet food here ", Breakfast is... More

We stayed at the Arbutus hotel at the recommendation of some folks from Galway we met along the way. What a great spot in the center of Killarney! The staff was wonderful! Sean was so helpful in guiding us through the area with excellent suggestions. The hotel is cozy and clean. It is definitely dated, but charming. We came in... More

Not knowing what to choose, we relied on TripAdvisor for our hotels during an Ireland vacation. The Arbutus turned out to be a solid choice. A little rustic compared to a Mariott Courtyard, its a nice place, clean, with upgraded bathrooms and free wifi. The rooms are nice enough although the TV is quite small with few channels. I say... More

I stayed in the Arbutus hotel in April and meant to write this before now. we bought a deal and it was fabs value.. from the time we arrived in the hotel until we left nothing was too much trouble. the staff were friendly and the breakfast was really lovely. Location you couldnt ask for more. I have to say... More

Arbutus is a traditional hotel right in the centre of Killarney. The lounges have log and peat fires. The bar has traditional Irish music sessions. Furnishings are traditional/ antique. Our room was comfortable and well-appointed, although the view was of a car park. The hotel's own complementary parking is about 300 metres away. The staff were all very courteous and... More

Myself and husband stayed in Arbutus Hotel two weeks ago on a Groupon 2-night deal including a discount to a local spa. The hotel is located in the heart of Killarney with easy access to loads of bars and restaurants, with Killarney Outlet just round the corner and with at least 2-3 parking lots nearby (the closest one is free... More