Kealkill Travel Guide

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Carriganass Castle is a 16th-century tower house in County Cork. It is situated about 8 kilometres north-east of Bantry, close to the village of Kealkill, in West Cork.
Carriganass Castle is a 16th-century tower house in County Cork. It is situated about 8 kilometres north-east of Bantry, close to the village of Kealkill, in West Cork.
Wonderful location to pull over when traveling down from Gougane Barra toward Bantry. The castle can been seen whilst driving and after crossing the bridge that spans the river a car park is on the left.
Carriganass Castle at Kealkill in West Cork. Had to pull over and get the Tripod out for this shot. #NigelWhealPhotography

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The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4 out of 5
On The Lake Shore Killarney Kerry
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

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The Lake Hotel Killarney
Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Kenmare Square Killarney Kerry
The price is NZ$282 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$282
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (876 reviews)
The room was spacious so clean with great facilities and the staff couldn't have been nicer. It was a pleasure to stay there. The location was super. We'll return again.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available

Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available

Skibbereen Cork
Stay at this castle in County Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Dun Na Sead and Baltimore Beacon are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
The castle was a great experience and was warm and comfortable

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

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Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available
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Park Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments

4 out of 5
High Street Killarney Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

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The Reserve at Muckross

The Reserve at Muckross

4 out of 5
Muckross Road Killarney Kerry
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney

Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney

3.5 out of 5
1300 Block B, Hotel Killarney Killarney Kerry
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Speir Bhean ...
7.8/10 Good! (135 reviews)
Enjoyed stay there a lot

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

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Carriganass Castle is a 16th-century tower house in County Cork. It is situated about 8 kilometres north-east of Bantry, close to the village of Kealkill, in West Cork.

Carriganass Castle

You can learn about the history of Kealkill with a stop at Carriganass Castle. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Carriganass Castle

Lough Nambrackdearg

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Nambrackdearg during your travels in Kealkill. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Lough Nambrackdearg

Curramore Lough

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Curramore Lough during your travels in Kealkill. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Curramore Lough

Cities near Kealkill

Bantry House featuring château or palace, a garden and heritage architecture

Bantry

Adobe

Glengarriff