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The 10 Best Guesthouses in Ballinskelligs, Ireland

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In picturesque Ballinskelligs, the 19th-century Old School House B&B is nestled between sandy beaches and stunning mountains on the Wild Atlantic Way. This guest house serves home cooked breakfasts, which are prepared using fresh, local ingredients.

The hosts were amazing, so friendly, helpful and entertaining! The place was a real home from home. The breakfast was delicious too.

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8.3
Very Good
226 reviews
Price from
$149
per night

The Smugglers Inn overlooks the sandy beach at Ballinskelligs Bay. Most rooms have sea or mountain views and the hotel has a bar, a gourmet restaurant, free WiFi in all areas and free parking. Waterville Golf Links is 300 meters away and Hogs Head Golf Club is less than 2 km away.

Everything! Lady’s at the reception, comfortable beds, very nice breakfast, views, beach and golf course, attentive stuff and kid friendly!

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9.2
Wonderful
380 reviews
Price from
$182
per night

The Old Cable Historic House is a Designated Milestone Heritage Site tracing its origins to The First Transatlantic Telegraph Cable from Ireland to the USA in 1866. A halfway stopping point on the Ring of Kerry, the guesthouse is 5-minutes’ walk from Waterville beach.

With views of the ocean and the surrounding countryside this charming guesthouse offers bright, spacious rooms with Wi-Fi. Free parking is also available.

Great classic place with comfortable rooms and a friendly owner family. Although the rooms were great it was the restaurant which made them really stand out. Breakfast options are worth every penny, go for the fresh fish (trout or salmon) if you like. Dinner is not available every day (check beforehand), but was also excellent.

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8.2
Very Good
419 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

On the Wild Atlantic Way, on the West Coast of The Republic Of Ireland, The Ferry Boat is a small, Family Run No Frills Accommodation Only Guesthouse.

The surrounding beautiful countryside has many activities on offer including walking, surfing and fishing. The property has free bicycle storage for cyclists. Guests can board a boat for a trip to the Skellig less than 1 minute's walk from The Ferry Boat.

The perfect place to stay on Portmagee! ideal location walking distance to skellig Michael boat tours, excellent bars/restaurants few mins walk away!

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8
Very Good
454 reviews
Price from
$90
per night

Overlooking Portmagee’s busy harbour, The Moorings Guesthouse is just a 30-second walk from the pier, offering elegant rooms with marble bathrooms. Some rooms feature luxurious hot tubs and king-size beds.

All facilities are excellent. Spoiled for choice with a wonderful breakfast. Walking distance from Galway old town

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8.9
Excellent
947 reviews
Price from
$123
per night

Set in Portmagee and only 2.2 km from Skellig Experience Centre, Atlantic Sunset offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and river views, and is 17 km from O'Connell Memorial Church. The guest house has family rooms.

Excellent location with a short walk to the marina. Great views from the property to the waters. We really enjoyed our time there.

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9
Wonderful
705 reviews
Price from
$96
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Ballinskelligs

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 71 reviews
    Great location, comfortable and spacious. Lovely garden and view!
    niamh
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 97 reviews
    Lovely place. Lovely hosts. Great location.
    Michael
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 233 reviews
    Really nice and clean hostel, great facilities and walking distance to the beach. It even has a long clothes line to hang bathers and towels to dry. Great communication with staff, comfortable bed and rooms. We were lucky as there were only a couple other people staying, so it was very quiet.
    Kate
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 97 reviews
    Great, quiet location with delicious breakfast and excellent hosting couple. Special “kiitos” for great hiking path tips!
    Vikke
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 233 reviews
    The hostel was clean, spacious with a well equipped kitchen. We had a private room with ensuite which was excellent. The view from the hostel is spectacular. Our room was above the kitchen / dining area which was busy until about 11pm. So my kids were not sleeping till after that. Then enthusiastic hikers up at 6.30 for breakfast ( an hour before suggested quiet time finished) wasn't great. The laundry service is really worth the 8 euro. I'd definitely go back.
    Regan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $160.61
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 reviews
    Good breakfast, great location, fabulous hosts
    Seamus
    Family with young children
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 54 reviews
    Homemade bread made for our arrival, fireplace on, comfortable room and bed (warm blanket), own space to eat/cook, very friendly host, great location to explore the Ring of Kerry.
    Ana Filipa Louro
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 233 reviews
    The location was perfect. Very quiet environment, very calm hostel. It actually did not feel so much like a hostel.
    Ludovic
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $160.61
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 reviews
    Great hosts and the most entertaining breakfast!!
    Triona
    Solo traveler
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 54 reviews
    The owner is very nice and he was very welcoming. Great location for people looking for a quiet place.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveler