Overview

Brook Lane Hotel is Kenmare's only four-star boutique hotel, family-run and managed with all local Irish staff. The hotel is ideally positioned between the famous Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara, making it a prime base for those looking to explore the rugged beauty of the southwest.

Rooms feature modern art, dark velvet furnishings, and chandeliers, complemented by charming fireplace lounges and an excellent restaurant offering locally sourced dishes.

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What You'll See

Rooms come with power showers, handmade toiletries, bathrobes, underfloor heating, TVs, seating areas, and soundproof windows. The hotel has 20 rooms across several categories including Junior Suites, Deluxe, Superior, Luxury, Studio Living, and Deluxe Family Rooms.

Deluxe family rooms can sleep up to four with a sofa bed and roll-away. On-site dining is handled by Casey's Bar and Restaurant, which sources all produce locally, and the hotel also operates a sister restaurant, No. 35, in Kenmare town centre.

The hotel's breakfast includes award-winning sausages that won gold at Blas na hÉireann 2024, and the morning meal is widely praised in guest reviews as one of the highlights of a stay.

Visitor Essentials

The hotel is a five-minute walk from the center of Kenmare. Free on-site parking and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout are included. Additional amenities include spa and massage services, a library, a business centre, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.

If arriving after 9pm, contact the property in advance using the information on your booking confirmation.

Tips

There is a walking path from the hotel to the town center, which means guests can walk to dinner in Kenmare without needing to drive, a practical bonus given the quality of the town's restaurant scene.

The hotel's concierge team can assist with recommendations for Ring of Kerry drives, scenic cruises of Kenmare Bay, golf, sea fishing, horse riding, and cycling, making it a useful base for planning each day.

Kenmare itself is one of southwest Ireland's most appealing towns - well worth an evening on foot exploring its food and pub scene. Killarney is approximately 30 kilometres to the northeast, and the start of the Ring of Kerry drive is close at hand, making the hotel a convenient anchor for a multi-day Kerry itinerary.