Located 0.6 mi from the Gap of Dunloe in the Killarney area of Ireland, this B&B offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Kerry Airport is a 30-minute drive away, and you can go mountain climbing in the surrounding area. Rooms at The Purple Heather B&B are traditionally furnished, and each benefits from an private bathroom, a TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. A full cooked Irish breakfast is served in the conservatory dining room each morning, which features striking views of Ireland’s highest mountains. You can also relax in The Purple Heather’s sitting room, which features a TV and an open fire. Killarney is located 7.2 mi from the B&B, while The Dunloe is 0.6 mi away and The Europe Hotel & Resort is 3.6 mi from the property. The Purple Heather is close to nearby restaurants and Irish pubs with live music.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
7.9
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Sarah
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautiful location. friendly and accommodating owners. Thoroughly recommend staying here as a base to climb carrantoohill.
  • Leigh
    United States of America United States of America
    Located in the picturesque mountains area. Extremely clean, comfortable, very friendly hosts.
  • Lynsey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean an staff were lovely and friendly we will defo come back to stay at this property. Breakfast was also lovely.

Host Info

9.1
9.1
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Scenery Area, Gap of Dunloe, Mountain Climbing, Hill Walking, Nature Walks, 2 Minutes from Dunloe Castle Hotel.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Purple Heather B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Purple Heather B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash The Purple Heather B&B accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.