The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition - 4 min walk
The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville - 9 min walk
Skellig Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive
Waterville Golf Links - 4 min drive
Getting around
Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 18 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Scarriff Inn - 9 min drive
The Blind Piper - 14 min drive
O'Carroll's Cove - 16 min drive
Dooley's - 1 min walk
Beachcove Cafe - 1 min walk
About this property
Butler Arms Hotel
When visiting Waterville, Butler Arms Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
36 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
On the beach
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of EUR 100.00 will be collected before check-in
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 21 October and 19 March.
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Butler Arms
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Frequently asked questions
Is Butler Arms Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between 21 October and 19 March.
Does Butler Arms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Butler Arms Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Butler Arms Hotel?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Butler Arms Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Butler Arms Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Butler Arms Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Butler Arms Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Butler Arms Hotel like?
Butler Arms Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Waterville Beach and 4 minutes' walk from The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition.
Butler Arms Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
26 Oct 2024
Nice place
The hotel was a modest 3 star . The location is great but the building is tired and needs updating. Breakfast was good. I just wouldn’t claim that it was a 4 star hotel, in its heyday, maybe.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Joyce
Joyce, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
Loved the breakfast offerings and friendly staff. The pub and lovely bartender also great. Also loved the Charlie Chaplin connection. Wish we could have spent more time at your venue-we shall return!
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Wonderful Waterville
Excellent stay. Staff are do kind!
Cornelius
Cornelius, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Location
craig
craig, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
We chose to stay at Butlers Arms because it was the closest hotel to Portmagee Skellig Island boat trips. We were delighted to discover that the hotel is in the charming seaside town of Waterville and directly on the Ring of Kerry. The hotel staff was extremely friendly and our room was very large and looked out to the rock beach. They have a pub, bar, and restaurant. The parking was a little difficult to find (it’s an interior courtyard area of the hotel). We had a great stay!
Veronika
Veronika, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
great place with lots of old world charm.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
5 Aug 2024
Maggie
Maggie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jul 2024
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2024
LOVED everything about it!
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jul 2024
Anneliese
Anneliese, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Excellent experience. Beautiful scenery A
William
William, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2024
This is one of those great early 20th century hotels that has grown even better with age. All rooms are on one side of the hallways so each has an ocean view. And the accommodations, while wonderfully updated, still ooze that classy old charm! The staff (particularly Katie & Miguel) were nothing short of wonderful, and the strand and surrounding area are the stuff dream vacations are made of!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun 2024
Great hotel in a beautiful area
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jun 2024
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2024
Stumbled upon this quaint place with a great view! Staff was fantastic and the breakfast was delicious! Met some wonderful travelers as well!
This place is such a fun, neat stay with a close walk into town. Highly recommend
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 May 2024
G N
G N, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2024
Right by the ocean, with a nice walking path. Some parking available.
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Nov 2023
Friendly Staff and Great Location
Staff is super friendly and the hotel is a lot bigger than I thought it would be. Rooms were a little older, but very clean. Location is perfect for dining (on-site is great as well), walking the boardwalk and only two minutes from the golf course. Would stay here again.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2023
We had a fabulous room (lots of space) with a fantastic view of Ballinskellings Bay. Lots of luxury touches in the room. Our dinner (and breakfast) were excellent. NO question this is an outstanding lodging.
Elmer
Elmer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
23 Sept 2023
Beef stew from the lobster amazing.
Darrynane national park/beach beautiful
stephanie
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Sept 2023
Very pleasant overnight stay
We had a spacious and comfortable room with a sea view. All the staff who we came in contact with were friendly and efficient. The breakfast is very good with lots of choice including kippers which is always a bonus. If you have lunch here be warned that the portions are enormous. My toasted special sandwich would easily have been enough for two.
Dick
Dick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept 2023
Wonderful layout.. quaint rooms.. great staff!!
Roberta
Roberta, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2023
Had a great view of the Ocean, Molly at check in was very helpful.