Hotel Killarney has officially been awarded four-star status by Fáilte Ireland, a major milestone for one of the town’s best-loved and most family-friendly hotels.

The accreditation follows a significant refurbishment programme that was completed last year, and reflects the hotel’s commitment to offering elevated levels of comfort, service, and hospitality to its guests.
The newly awarded four-star status is a recognition of the quality and care that has gone into reimagining the hotel’s guest experience, from updated bedrooms and refreshed public spaces to upgraded leisure facilities, all added to the warm, welcoming atmosphere that is always a constant, at the heart of everything the hotel offers.
“This recognition means the world to our team,” said General Manager Misja Herfurt. “Many of them have been with us for years, and I know they are all so proud of this achievement. We’ve always aimed to offer a warm welcome and genuine, heartfelt hospitality to our guests, and now that’s perfectly matched by four-star comfort, service, and style. We love welcoming our guests into a space that reflects the best of Killarney. Warm, inviting, and now with four stars — we’re delighted.”
The 2024 refurbishment brought a fresh new look to the hotel’s 190 bedrooms and Family Suites and transformed key guest areas, including the expansive lobby, the bar and restaurant, and the Club Vitae leisure centre with its 18-metre pool and gym. Family facilities have also been enhanced, with the addition of updated play zones, an expanded kids’ club, the introduction of Cubbie sensory hubs, and improved family room options. Further development in 2025 included refurbishment of 31 additional bedrooms and the start of significant investment in a phased refurbishment of the Leisure Centre including the pool, gym and changing facilities.
"This is a huge moment for us,” said Lorraine Crimmins, owner of Crimmins Hotel & Leisure, the family-run group behind Hotel Killarney. “Our family has always believed in investing in Irish hospitality and in delivering holidays that are joyful, affordable and high-quality. The four-star accreditation is the result of careful planning and hard work, and we’re so thankful to our incredible team and to our loyal guests who’ve supported us every step of the way.”