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This hotel is centrally located in Kenmare, on Henry Street, which is easy to find as Kenmare is a quaint town with a population of only 1500 people. Situated on both the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara, and easily accessible by air (Kerry Airport 48 km, Cork Airport 96 km), sea (ferries from France arrive in nearby Cork) and road, Kenmare makes an ideal touring centre from which to discover the famed beauty of the rugged coastline and mountainous hinterland. Various restaurants, bars, pubs, nightspots and shopping venues are some 100 m away from the hotel, which is about a 2-minute walk from links to the local public transport network and bus station.
The hotel has 10 non-smoking rooms located in two 3-storey buildings. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. There are a number of shops as well. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional facilities include a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service and an alarm call service. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.
Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom. Central heating ensures comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A desk is provided. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sport and leisure programme, which includes crazy golf and fishing. For a fee, guests can also enjoy cycling/mountain biking, golf and horse riding. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as windsurfing, banana boat rides, snorkelling and diving or, for a fee, sailing. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include an entertainment programme and live music.
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast can be booked. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Henry Street, 10 yes
Check-in from 13:30 · check-out by 11:00
Very Good
854 reviewsUser: DavidGM1960
Trip type: Friends getaway
Great Stay
Stayed two nights at O’Donnabhain’s. Jer and the team were very welcoming and provided an excellent service. Great atmosphere. Good size room which was very clean. Breakfast was great. The only issue we had was our room was at the front of the premise over the…
User: NigelinCheshire
Trip type: Family
Excellent weekend venue
We stayed here for a long weekend before a walking holiday on the Beara Peninsula in June 2026.Great rooms and lovely food and the staff are very friendly and welcoming.The bar has a lovely atmosphere and the hotel is in the centre of town with good parking at…
User: Mark C
Trip type: Friends getaway
Mark,Warrington
Can't fault this place,everything about it was no trouble le & easy going,great pub to dine & breakfast was plenty to choose from ,see you all nx June. ODonnabhains, at O'Donnabhain's Townhouses & B&B, responded to this review Thank you fo…
User: Rebecca S
Trip type: Couples
Bedbugs on our Honeymoon :(
I almost never write such negative reviews but I feel the need to warn any other traveler of this place.My husband and I booked two nights at O Donnabhain's for our honeymoon. This was our first stop. We ended up getting a delayed flight and missed the first d…
User: Timothy M
Trip type: Family
Delighted 4 night stay at O’Donnabhain’s in May
O’Donnabhain’s was an all hit for our family of 3 adults. Check-in welcoming & duly informative. Rooms are modern, bright, clean and accomadating for long stays like our 4 nights. Plenty of towels & hot water. Breakfasts full & nutrious with a plus…
