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Butler Arms Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links, Butler Arms Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range, a golf clubhouse and a golf pro shop, at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$491
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a view of the sea, a chair, and a table with a lamp.

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small vase of flowers.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a vase.

Classic King Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Waterville, Butler Arms Hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. Derrynane House and Ballinskelligs Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waterville Golf Links and Skellig Six 18 Distillery. Waterville Beach and Derrynane Bay Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Waterville travel guide
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New Line Road, Waterville, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Waterville Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eightercua Stone Row
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Skellig Bay Golf Club
    6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blind Piper
    14 min drive
  • Scarriff Inn
    9 min drive
  • Dooley's
    1 min walk
  • Tide&Thyme
    14 min drive
  • Fishermen’s Bar
    2 min walk

About this property

Butler Arms Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Waterville Beach
  • Located close to Waterville Golf Links, Butler Arms Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range, a golf clubhouse and a golf pro shop, at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Babysitting (surcharge), coworking spaces and tour/ticket information
    • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Butler Arms Hotel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Separate baths/showers and free toiletries
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1884
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 100
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 12 October 2026 to 3 May 2027 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between 21 October and 19 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of EUR 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: EUR 100 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is Butler Arms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Butler Arms Hotel?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Butler Arms Hotel on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$491, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Butler Arms Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Butler Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 100 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Butler Arms Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Butler Arms Hotel located?

Situated in Waterville, this beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links. Derrynane Bay Beach and Derrynane House are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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