Muckross Park Hotel & Spa

Where the Wild Breathes, and Luxury Listens

A Five-Star Sanctuary in the Heart of Killarney National Park

At the edge of an ancient forest, beside waters whispered through centuries, lies a five-star hotel where Irish heritage and untamed beauty meet understated refinement. Nestled within Killarney National Park, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa is more than a hotel in Killarney, it is a sanctuary shaped by nature, history, and quiet luxury. Here, the rhythms of the land guide every moment, inviting you to slow, to breathe, and to experience something profoundly rare.

Enter the Park. Exit the Ordinary.

A Message from the General Manager

“True luxury is found in silence, in space, in the things you cannot measure-only feel.”

Here, in the heart of Killarney National Park, we invite you to pause, reconnect, and rediscover what matters most. Every stay is an embrace of nature, comfort, and timeless Irish warmth.

Garrett Power 
General Manager, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa

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The Spa at Muckross

Sink into elemental rituals, from wildflower oils to mountain-steeped steam. Hidden beneath stone arches lies a sanctuary shaped by earth, water, and air. The Spa at Muckross Park Hotel & Spa invites you to exhale, to let go, and to reconnect with the rhythm of nature through treatments inspired by Kerry’s landscape.

Where Stories and Vows Are Made

Celebrate beneath vaulted ceilings or under a sky full of stars. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa offers spaces steeped in history and elegance, where laughter lingers and love takes root.

Where Connections Take Shape

From quiet boardrooms to candlelit celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a private event, planning a corporate retreat, or seeking inspiration for team adventures, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa offers elegant meeting spaces set amid the calm of Killarney National Park.
Here, ideas flow as easily as conversation, and every gathering becomes a story worth remembering.

Step Beyond the Hotel

Into 25,000 acres of untamed wonder. From forest trails and mountain passes to lake cruises and heritage tours, every experience connects you to the soul of Killarney. Let our Concierge Team curate your perfect itinerary, from horseback adventures to twilight kayaking and whiskey tastings under starlight.

Where Time and Place Converge

Woven through time. Witnessed through nature. Since 1795, Muckross Park has stood as a retreat for royals, poets, and pioneers.
Once a humble lodge, it became Ireland’s first hotel in Killarney, later welcoming Queen Victoria and George Bernard Shaw. Today, heritage and modernity intertwine, a celebration of Irish craftsmanship, design, and spirit.

Because the finest memories are given, not bought. Gift someone the essence of Killarney, stillness, elegance, and story, with a Muckross Park Hotel & Spa Gift Voucher. Redeemable for spa, dining, or luxury stays, it’s a gesture of pure Irish generosity.

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Outdoor Adventures – Beyond the Hotel Walls

Outdoor Adventures – Beyond the Hotel Walls

Adventures Woven Into the Landscape Mountain trails, falcon flights, and whispers of the ancient deer.

Nightlife & Bars – Evenings that Glow Beyond the Park 

Nightlife & Bars – Evenings that Glow Beyond the Park 

When twilight gathers behind the Reeks and moonlight spills across the lakes, Killarney’s nightly heartbeat begins.

Entertainment in Killarney – Where Evenings Come Alive Indoors 

Entertainment in Killarney – Where Evenings Come Alive Indoors 

From cinematic escapes to craft breweries and racing days, explore the artistry, taste, and rhythm of Killarney’s indoor world.

Inspiration in Motion

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Explore the textures, tones, and tales of Muckross through the lens of those who wander here. Follow us for moments of beauty, behind-the-scenes serenity, and glimpses into the art of Irish hospitality.

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Begin Your Story

Because every legend begins with a single breath

Between forest and flame, between heritage and horizon, your story awaits at Muckross Park Hotel & Spa.