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Butler Arms Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Waterville Beach

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At Butler Arms Hotel, indulge in a cooked-to-order breakfast and unwind with a rejuvenating spa massage. Take advantage of free WiFi, play billiards by the pool table or lose yourself in the library. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
The current price is $399
$453 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4

Why we love this property

Beachfront bliss
Shoreline splendor beckons at this hotel on the beach. The gentle waves and sandy shores create a perfect coastal retreat.
Foodie paradise
Free cooked-to-order breakfast starts the day in culinary style. This hotel also boasts a restaurant and bar for epicurean adventures.

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
New Line Road, Waterville, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Waterville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eightercua Stone Row - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Skellig Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 18 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Piper - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪O'Carroll's Cove - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Roma - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Scarriff Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dooley's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Butler Arms Hotel

Butler Arms Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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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
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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
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf caddy on site
  • Golf cart on site

Facilities

  • Built in 1884
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Piano
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf driving range on site
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of EUR 100.00 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 21 and March 19.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Butler Arms Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between October 21 and March 19.

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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Butler Arms Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of EUR 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at Butler Arms Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Butler Arms Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite 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.

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Reviews

Butler Arms Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and good with a wide variety of options. (9 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in a great location.
Rene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall excellent experience, Great location!
CJ, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very big room with great view of the sea. The food menu in the bar was very good. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice Hotel, beautiful view of the bay, staff was very friendly. Perfectly located on the Ring of Kerry.
Brock, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful layout.. quaint rooms.. great staff!!
Roberta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kind and helpful staff
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was delicious! The view, although it was cloudy, was breathtaking!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Older hotel that has been very well maintained. Beautiful views.
Cecilia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view of the ocean from our window! We had a very pleasant and comfortable stay!
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Butler Arms a retro gem

Wonderful location and beautiful hotel overlooking the sea, loved everything about the butler arms and the breakfast was excellent- real 5 star standard
isabel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely charming place. We upgraded to the larger room with the fireplace which came in handy with cold, rainy weather. Great view of the sea. Food in the restaurant was really good. Enjoyed having Irish Coffee on a inclement weather day. Loved our stay of 3 nights.
Teresa, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel with good breakfast, right next to the sea. Lovely having a sea view. Very friendly staff.
R, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Waterville

Excellent stay. Staff are do kind!
Cornelius, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly. Hotel itself was a bit dated but well kept. Perfect for longer stay as the hotel had many spaces to lounge and relax while overlooking the sea.
Vickie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay! The interior of this property was so quaint and beautiful. We loved both of our meals at the restaurant. Gorgeous view of the water. This hotel was a perfect stop on our Ring of Kerry tour. Thank you!
Ami, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Beef stew from the lobster amazing. Darrynane national park/beach beautiful
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Right by the ocean, with a nice walking path. Some parking available.
Colleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

But arms is an older property that is in need of a little TLC. The staff is wonderful and nice. They’re very accommodative and helpful. Location is super convenient right in the middle of Waterville with lots of dining options and services surrounding the hotel. Parking is easy and free. But the hotel just needs some work.
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very nice location close to the sea. We could hear the waves from our room. The staff was so welcoming, they really made a difference. Food was very good for dinner and breakfast. I loved the phone in the room, which was a rotary dial phone. I had not seen one of those in ages. Convenient car park. The hotel’s building is not in its best shape and deserves some love. Room and bathroom need some renovation.
Rodolfo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip