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Updated 05/06/20
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#11 of 39 hotels in Killarney
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2020 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best
GreenLeaders Gold level
The Brehon is a luxurious hotel of unique grace and elegance set amidst Killarney’s breathtaking landscape. Each guestroom and suite reflects a contemporary blend of beauty, style and space. The Brehon also offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind in the Angsana Spa, the European flagship of the famous Thai celebrity haunt The Banyan Tree. The experienced Thai therapists offer a range of holistic spa treatments and massages to refresh and revitalise the spirit, mind and physical being. All treatments carried out in the Angsana Spa are 100% authentic Thai and use only natural ingredients.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Hiking
Tennis court
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Adult pool
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Personal trainer
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary instant cofffee
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Fishing
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Massage chair
Neck massage
Pedicure
Salon
Steam room
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Butler service
Umbrella
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Refrigerator
Cable / satellite TV
Complimentary toiletries
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Telephone
Bottled water
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
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Room types
Mountain view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Lithuanian, Polish
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Grade: 65 out of 100
12Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
4Attractionswithin 0.5 km
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We got married in Killarney in August 2020 and had our reception in The Brehon. We had the most fantastic week leading up to the wedding, our family joined us in the days beforehand and they were amazed at how beautiful the hotel was, not to mention the views of the Killarney mountains. We got married in the middle of the Covid pandemic, with our original date of 4th July being moved to 28th August and despite all the restrictions and last minute Government announcements, we managed to have the best week with our nearest and dearest. It wasn't what we had originally planned, as we had to cut our numbers to 50 and as a result only had our immediate families there with us. But we were keen to go ahead with it as we weren't sure what lay ahead in terms of Covid. Caitriona and the team at The Brehon were amazing, nothing we asked was too much bother and they were extremely flexible throughout, which meant a lot under the circumstances at the time. The venue is simply stunning, the staff are second to none and the food could not be faulted. We had breakfast every morning for the week we were there and had lunch most days in the hotel, we didn't have one bad meal. Our wedding day was the most relaxed day, with Pat & Aine from the Style Suite doing our hair and make up which was so handy and so chilled out. We opted for the piano for our reception which was subtle but lovely and created a relaxed atmosphere. The service throughout the day was just brilliant and we had a great days craic, just like we had hoped for. We have been to The Brehon a number of times over the years, when we decided to get married in Killarney, there was no doubt that we would choose The Brehon for our reception. We can't wait to get back, all being well, hopefully that will be very soon.…
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip: We have stayed several times and the rooms have all been big and roomy.
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Response from , Owner at The Brehon
Responded 6 Feb 2021
Dear Carlagh, Thank you for your absolutely amazing review. It was such a pleasure to celebrate your wedding with both yourself and Gerard and we were so happy to help play a part in making your big day so special. We certainly do pride all of our staff on their exceptional customer service and attention to detail. They will be delighted to hear your compliments and that you had such a wonderful time here at the Brehon. We cannot wait to welcome you both back for your first year anniversary and thank you again for your truly lovely review. I hope you have a lovely day! Kind regards, Sarah.
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This is by far one of the best hotels that I've stayed in..I just keep going back over and over..Myself and my Wife got engaged 💍 4 years ago in the hotel and it just has a special place in both our hearts..We have never found any fault..The staff are brilliant,the bar food is savage..The dirty fries my favourite..The pool is very relaxing and the rooms comfortable..I hope to be back very very soon :)
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from , Owner at The Brehon
Responded 10 Dec 2020
Dear stephendB6430YP, We are delighted to hear you enjoyed another stay with is at The Brehon and thank you so much for your very kind words. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Kind regards, Lorraine Salmon Office Manager
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Stayed here on a 3 night package over Christmas. The entire visit was wonderful from beginning to end. Due to Covid-19, some events that were planned unfortunately had to be cancelled but this did not take away from the enjoyment of our stay. The entire staff more than made of for it with their professionalism allied with genuine friendliness and warmth. On arrival, we received a beautiful Christmas Hamper, a lovely touch. Our accommodation was excellent, a spotlessly clean room. Pillows are too much on the “soft” side , would have preferred a firmer one. Throughout our 3 night stay our dining experience was nothing short of excellent, each evening we were treated to an excellent array of food dishes, the Christmas Day lunch surpassed any meal I can recall in any hotel I have stayed in. Service was always top notch. We went on a long walk around the Killarney Lakes, before we left the hotel we (4) were provided with a delicious packed lunch. Irish coffees awaited our return after a long day enjoying the beautiful sights that Killarney has to offer. Each morning a delicious breakfast was served, one small quibble, it’s a pity fresh orange juice wasn’t available. We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay in Killarney and the Brehon. When life once again returns to some form of normality we will once again come back to Killarney and the Brehon ! …
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from , Owner at The Brehon
Responded 16 Jan 2021
Dear Garryowen, I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us over the Christmas and would like to thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We pride all of our staff on their exceptional hospitality and I am so glad to hear you felt their warm and helpful presence during your visit. I am truly sorry to hear that you found the pillow to be a bit too soft. We have many different types of pillows in the hotel and I would have been more than happy to offer you a firmer one should we have been made aware that it would have been your preference. We always aim for our guests to have a wonderful comfortable and relaxing stay with us and will accommodate you in any way that we possibly can. I have passed your compliments on the food, service and overall experience to the staff as I am sure they will be delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay. I have also passed over your comment regarding the orange juice to our restaurant manager for review. We are constantly reviewing all aspects of our hotel to ensure we provide the best possible experience for our guests going forward and this is why your feedback is so important to us. Thank you again for your lovely review and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Brehon again in the near future. Kind regards, Sarah. Duty Manager | The Brehon Hotel | 064-6630700
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We stayed for 2 nights in the Brehon for a much needed post lockdown break. While it’s officially a 4 *, it behaves like a 5 *. Decor, food, and especially service were excellent. Really great find in a great location. We’ll definitely be back once the next lockdown is over!
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Response from , Owner at The Brehon
Responded 27 Dec 2020
Dear ghaski147266, Thank you for your wonderful review and we look forward to welcoming back to the Brehon again in the near future. Kind regards, Sarah Dermody | Duty Manager
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Stayed at the brehon for the weekend of my birthday. The hotel is lovely on entry, the lobby is impressive. We were given two key cards the first didn’t work, which is not a big deal but when we got into the room the wine and chocolates my partner had paid extra for were not there. He was disappointed as he was hoping they would be there for us to enjoy. He rang reception, they took around 20 minutes to bring them up and when they did they brought the wrong wine. I went down to reception and waited a substantial amount of time for someone to bring the right one. When I brought it back up I realised that the glasses they had given us were covered in dishwasher residue so I had to clean them with hot water from the kettle. We had dinner that evening at Danu waitress was lovely. However, my starter of mushrooms with onion mayonnaise was cold which made it virtually inedible. My partner enjoyed his starter and the steak for my main was lovely, really nicely cooked. It stated on the tv display that there was a room service menu but we were unable to locate it and neither was reception, so they brought us up a physical copy. When we rang to order something from the menu they brought up, someone else told us that they weren’t actually serving that menu and they only had a selection of three pizzas. Which was fine but there was a strange lack of communication and and efficiency. We had spa treatments; the facilities were great and the staff friendly. However, when we went for the inclusive lunch in the brehon bar there was soap/suds in the water jug we were given, which led to an awkward encounter with a female waiter when we asked for a replacement. I have worked in restaurants before it happens easily when cleaning water jugs but she was quite odd about it. There was potential for our stay to be lovely but these small inconveniences definitely overshadowed our time here slightly! …
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from , Owner at The Brehon
Responded 16 Dec 2020
Dear AlexisWst, Thank you for your review. I was very disappointed to hear of the shortcomings in the service you received during your stay with us. You will see from other reviews that this level of service is certainly not the norm here at The Brehon. I would like the opportunity to speak with you directly in relation to your stay and I would appreciate if you could contact me on lorraine.salmon@thebrehon.com or 064 6630700. I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Lorraine Salmon Office Manager
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PRICE RANGE
US$129 - US$252 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
the brehon hotel killarney, brehon hotel killarney
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty KerryKillarney
NUMBER OF ROOMS
125
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about The Brehon
Which popular attractions are close to The Brehon?
Nearby attractions include Killarney House (0.2 km), Gleneagle INEC Arena (0.2 km), and The Glen Church Ruin & Cemetery (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Brehon?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at The Brehon?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Brehon?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Brehon?
Conveniently located restaurants include Danu at The Brehon, The River Bar, and The Bacchus Room.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Brehon?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Brehon?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Brehon offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Brehon?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Polish, and Lithuanian.