Parknasilla Resort and Spa
Cork and Kerry, Ireland · ★★★★ · 9.2/10 Exceptional · guest rating
A four-star resort in a large historic building near Sneem, County Kerry, with a golf course, spa, indoor pool, private beach and a choice of two restaurants.
Parknasilla Resort & Spa occupies a large historic building near Sneem, on the coast of County Kerry. Rooms and suites are furnished in a traditional style, and the property has two restaurants serving Irish cuisine, a bar and a cafe. The spa offers body scrubs, Ayurvedic treatments and aromatherapy, with a sauna, steam room and indoor pool for relaxing afterwards.
Outdoors, guests can use the private beach, go kayaking or on boat tours, try archery or walk the grounds, and there is a playground for children. Visitors often highlight the setting, the spa and the welcoming service. The resort also offers free WiFi, free parking, a 24-hour front desk and an electric car charging station. Some activities may be seasonal, so ask the resort first.
Golf at this hotel
- Nine-hole golf course listed, with a clubhouse at the resort
- Golf equipment hire and a pro shop are available
- Parknasilla Golf Club is about a 9-minute walk away
- Ring of Kerry Golf and Country Club is about 23 minutes by car
- Confirm the golf layout and access with the resort
The setting
The resort overlooks the waterfront at Parknasilla on Ireland's southwest coast, with stone-walled buildings, gardens and a waterfront promenade. A private beach and sheltered grounds make it a quiet base for walking, kayaking and boat trips, while the golf course and clubhouse add a sporting side. It suits couples, families and golfers who prefer a scenic, unhurried stay. Ask the resort about seasonal activities.
Facilities
- Golf course and clubhouse
- Golf equipment and pro shop
- Spa treatments
- Indoor pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sauna and steam room
- Two restaurants
- Private beach
- Kayaking and boat tours
- Archery
- Free WiFi
- Free self parking
- Electric car charging station
Location
Parknasilla Resort is in Sneem, County Kerry. Parknasilla Golf Club is about a 9-minute walk, Blueberry Hill Farm about 8 minutes by car and Ring of Kerry Golf and Country Club about 23 minutes by car. Killarney National Park is around 32 minutes away by car, and Kerry Airport (KIR) is roughly 87 minutes by car.
Address: Parknasilla, Sneem, Kerry, Ireland
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Frequently asked questions
Is there golf at the resort?
The listing shows a nine-hole course, a clubhouse, equipment hire and a pro shop, and Parknasilla Golf Club is about a 9-minute walk away. Details can differ between sources, so confirm the layout and access with the resort.
Does the resort have a spa?
Yes. The spa offers treatments such as body scrubs, Ayurvedic therapies and aromatherapy, and the hotel also lists a sauna, steam room and indoor pool. Ask the resort about availability and opening times.
How far is the nearest airport?
Kerry Airport (KIR) is roughly 87 minutes away by car, according to the listing. Journey times on rural Irish roads can vary, so allow extra time and check transfer options with the hotel.
What can I do besides golf?
There is a private beach, kayaking, boat tours, archery, a library, table tennis and a playground, and the Ring of Kerry area is nearby. Availability of some activities may be seasonal, so ask before arrival.
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