Ballyseede Castle

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Enjoy your visit to Tralee with a stay at Ballyseede Castle. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit O'Connell Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
The current price is £190
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Why we love this property

Fine dining options
A restaurant serves local cuisine, and a bar adds evening flair. Savour a free full breakfast or splurge on in-room champagne service.
Victorian charm
The hotel captivates with distinctive Victorian architecture. Its tranquil garden offers a peaceful retreat from everyday hustle and bustle.

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Room

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

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Castle – Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a TV, and a desk.

Castle – Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through the window.

Castle – Single Room

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

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A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of the bathroom.

Castle – Junior Suite

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

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A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with patterned armchairs, a large chandelier, and a view of the garden through the windows.

Castle – Suite

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

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About the area

Map
Ballyseede, Tralee, County Kerry

What's nearby

  • Ballyseedy Woods - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ballymacelligott Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ballyseedy Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tralee Town Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Killarney National Park - 29 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 15 min drive
  • Tralee Station - 12 min drive
  • Farranfore Station - 17 min drive
  • Killarney Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Brasserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brio Brunch - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ballyseede Castle

  • Enjoy your visit to Tralee with a stay at Ballyseede Castle. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit O'Connell Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out

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

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 not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1721
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

O'Connell Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and only serves dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Pappy's Bar – This bar specialises in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

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

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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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

Are pets allowed at Ballyseede Castle?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ballyseede Castle?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ballyseede Castle?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Ballyseede Castle and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Ballyseede Castle also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ballyseede Castle?

Yes, O'Connell Restaurant offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Ballyseede Castle like?

Ballyseede Castle is a short 1-minute walk from Ballyseedy Woods and 10 minutes' walk from Ballyseedy Memorial.

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Reviews

Ballyseede Castle Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious meals, including a 5-course meal, with excellent service from friendly and attentive staff. (42 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with excellent food and service. (29 reviews)
  • The property offers a welcoming and enjoyable pet-friendly experience with friendly animals on site. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice castle turned into a luxury hotel. Wonderful park, very comfortable rooms with old furniture, plenty of space, and all the modern equipment. Dinner and breakfast in the hotel are a memorable experience
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms very accommodating staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely a 5-star stay. Historic property with interesting history that is immaculately maintained. The staff is wonderful. The breakfast was excellent. Very pleasant experience!
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10/10 Exceptional

They make you feel like loyalty. Great food with great surroundings. Grounds are perfection.
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8/10 Very good

The entire experience was great. The staff was beyond friendly and helpful, especially breakfast staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved our experience at Ballyseede Castle. Our room (in the West Wing) was massive and very comfy, with a beautiful view of the impressive gardens. We loved having coffee in one of the drawing rooms, and the included breakfast in the dining room. So many wonderful sitting areas and nooks to explore, and absolutely beautiful grounds. The staff was very friendly and helpful too. Would definitely recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Had the most wonderful stay at Ballyseede castle. Felt totally relaxed with a lovely homely feel. Staff were so nice and food delicious. Lots of rooms to just hang out and enjoy some quiet time . Room was lovely and comfortable with great shower. Beautiful grounds for walking around and just enjoying the castle. Fantastic stay overall.
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10/10 Exceptional

We came on a girls bithday trip. It was absolutely lovely. Being dog lovers it was was nice to see all the animals. It made it feel more relaxed. The grounds are beautiful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful castle Friendly staff, great food
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay, relaxing and good food and service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay at Ballyseede. Stella, Tom and Joesph excellent servers. Delicious meals. Walking the grounds was lovely. Excellent nights rest.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was amazing. Huge room with clawfoot tub and large walk in shower. No air conditioning so it was hot. They did provide a fan. It is a modernized castle. It would have been nice to see more castle details inside. Irish Wolfhounds were fun. Breakfast buffet was one of the best I had. Rachel, in reception, was amazing at providing Dingle recommendations.
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10/10 Exceptional

The beds was amazing and we loved the house dog!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property and staff
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10/10 Exceptional

This castle is beautiful. We had a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible stay, the grounds are gorgeous. Room was divine, most comfortable bed I've ever slept in.
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10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful and historical house surrounded by lovely woods where you can ramble for hours.
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10/10 Exceptional

The castle was spotless, staff was extremely friendly. I could not reccomed
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic property that also has a nice trail that meets up with the Ballyseede Woods trail nearby.
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a treat to stay in this castle. Awesome staff and yummy food! I’ll be back ;-)
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved how charming the place was. We had great service and loved our time there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Can’t say enough good things. Lovely room. Staff was extremely friendly. Can’t wait to return.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay

Perfectly clean. Great job.