Castlelough Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Castlelough
Popular places to visit
Killarney National Park
See the rare fauna and visit the quaint cottages adorning the picturesque lakes and forests of this mountainous national park.
Muckross House
Enjoy varied delights on this splendid estate, which offers a look into daily life in the past, both inside a luxurious home and on a busy farm.
Ross Castle
Standing guard over the lake, this silent ruin provides a glimpse of life in an Ireland that was often a land of warring clans.
St. Mary's Cathedral
In a green field stands an impressive cathedral especially beloved by its townsfolk. Inside, find a welcoming community church decorated with beautiful stained glass.
Muckross Abbey
Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.
Torc Waterfall
Hidden in the mossy forest is a sight that can refresh any weary hiker, where fresh waters hurtle over stones, sheltered by a leafy canopy.
Activities
From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park
Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Our pick of the best Castlelough Hotel Deals
The Lake Hotel Killarney
Lovely hotel with beautiful lake view. Breakfast was amazing… buffet style with many choices as well as orders from the kitchen. Highly recommend the hotel very close to downtown area as well as Killarney National Park
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Large Luxury House in Excellent Location. Ideal for families
Host was excellent. Showed us around and gave us recommendations for places to go
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
Room and amenities were great
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Killarney Avenue Hotel
Great location, walking distance to the centre of town. Didn’t have breakfast but the bar on site and food for dinner was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was very handy that the hotel had on-site parking.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Killarney Heights Hotel
Room was a good size. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Eviston House Hotel
Clean room! But a lot of stairs though if you're planning on traveling with a lot of luggage!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Castlelough
Poulnamuck
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Poulnamuck and surrounding area, you can visit INEC Killarney and Killarney Race Course.
Cahernane
While visiting Cahernane, you might make a stop by sights like Lough Leane and Killarney National Park.
Woodlawn
When in Woodlawn, you can plan a visit to INEC Killarney and Killarney Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dromhale
While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cinema Killarney and The Kerry Way.
Scrahane
While Scrahane isn't home to many top sights, Killarney Race Course and The Kerry Way are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ballycasheen
While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Cinema Killarney and Killarney House Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
