The Butler Arms is directly opposite the beach in Ballinskelligs Bay, Waterville. The hotel has views of the Atlantic Ocean and offers spacious rooms, a seafood restaurant and free parking. Rooms at The Butler Arms Hotel have private bathrooms with baths and showers. Rooms also feature satellite TVs and seating areas. Each morning traditional Irish breakfasts are served. The restaurant has a varied menu and daily fish specials using the catch of the day. There is a traditional bar menu on offer at the Fisherman's Bar. The Butlers Arms was one of Charlie Chaplin’s favorite holiday destinations. Enjoy a drink in the lounge where photos of Chaplin decorate the walls. Waterville Golf Links and Hogs Head Golf Club are both under a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Salmon and sea trout fishing is available at Waterville’s Lough Currane.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Mark
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, wonderful view of the beach and coastline. Very nice staff in the hotel and the attached pub. The breakfasts were wonderful and the wait staff attentive.
  • Margaret
    United States of America United States of America
    The location of the hotel is excellent - within walking distance to the village. There is a lovely bayside walking path in front of the hotel, and the views of the bay are spectacular. The breakfast was very good, but could have used more cold...
  • James
    Bahrain Bahrain
    Centrally located to town, actually in town, and the staff was just terrific. Nice stop at halfway point on the Ring of Kerry. Central store right at the back of the hotel and ice cream shop also. Breakfast was by order, limited but not a...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Charlie's Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Butler Arms Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Spa
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

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    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

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    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 25 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Butler Arms Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Butler Arms Hotel

    • Room options at Butler Arms Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double

    • Butler Arms Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Charlie's Restaurant

    • Butler Arms Hotel is 350 feet from the center of Waterville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Butler Arms Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Butler Arms Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Horseback riding
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Beach

    • Check-in at Butler Arms Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Yes, Butler Arms Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Butler Arms Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.