Sheen Falls Lodge

Kenmare, Knockduragh51.873643,-9.567386(Show on Map)

9.3

Excellent

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This luxury hotel is situated in Kenmare, near the Kenmare Golf Club, Holy Cross Church and St. Patrick's Church.

Summary of reviews

Sheen Falls Lodge is a luxurious hotel located in a peaceful countryside with stunning views of the river and falls. The hotel's location is perfect for those looking to relax and switch off amidst beautiful surroundings. Guests have praised the hotel's excellent location and facilities, describing it as a superb and amazing setting. The breakfast is excellent, served in a lovely setting with great variety and the rooms are beautifully decorated, spacious and luxurious with stunning views. The staff at Sheen Falls Lodge are exceptional, extremely welcoming, friendly, attentive and willing to help with anything guests needed. While the dining experience has received mixed reviews, some guests have had a wonderful experience at the fine dining restaurant and the Falls Restaurant. Overall, Sheen Falls Lodge is an exceptional luxury accommodation that offers a memorable and beautiful experience.

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Luxury

Sheen Falls Lodge is a 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel set on a 300-acre estate overlooking Kenmare Bay and the Sheen River. It offers luxurious rooms, suites, and cottages, many with water views. The lodge provides a range of activities including falconry, fishing, and tennis, and features a spa, indoor pool, and fine dining options.

Parking

Recognized as a top hotel with parking in Kenmare, this luxury lodge provides parking facilities for its guests. Its expansive grounds suggest ample space for parking, aligning with the needs of visitors arriving by car.

Indoor Pool

Sheen Falls Lodge boasts a luxurious Health Club with an indoor heated swimming pool, spa bath, sauna, and steam room. Guests can also book a range of spa treatments.

5 Star

Set amidst 300 acres of beautiful woodland and waterfalls, this luxurious 5-star hotel is near Kenmare Bay.

Tennis

Offers tennis courts in a scenic setting, providing guests with an opportunity to enjoy the sport amidst beautiful surroundings.

Gym

This hotel offers a fitness suite with top-class equipment and weights, and can arrange private yoga classes or one-to-one personal training sessions. Guests can also enjoy a heated swimming pool and the Easanna Spa.

Accessible

Facilities for people with special needs are available.

Business

This 5-star hotel offers luxurious accommodations and is located on Kenmare Bay. It provides a range of estate activities and exceptional dining experiences. Though specific business amenities aren't detailed in the provided data, its status as a luxury hotel suggests high-quality services suitable for discerning business travelers.

Golf

Located near Kenmare, this hotel boasts proximity to the Ring of Kerry Golf Club and Kenmare Golf Club. The lodge itself offers exceptional dining and luxurious rooms, providing a perfect blend of golfing and relaxation. They also offer complimentary transfer service to Ring of Kerry Golf Club.

Free Wi-Fi

This 5-star hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi. It is next to a golf course and offers a spa with massages, body treatments, and facials, ensuring guests stay connected while enjoying luxurious amenities.

Pool

Although specific pool details are not provided, its reputation for luxury and excellent service suggests a high-quality pool experience, complemented by its stunning location.

Heated Pool

Indoor Pool

Romantic

This romantic hotel is situated just 1 mile from picturesque Kenmare in Kerry.

Family

All children up to 2 years stay for free when using existing beds.

Spa

The onsite spa features massage/treatment rooms; its services include facials, body wraps, body treatments and Swedish massages.

Honeymoon

Sheen Falls Lodge is a serene location that holds a charm perfect for marking special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, or honeymoons. The tranquility of the surroundings coupled with attentive service promises a celebration worth remembering. Upon arrival, a spacious room overlooking the serene water awaits, adorned with luxury chocolates and a bottle of champagne to mark the start of an unforgettable stay.

Included in the experience is a two-night stay complete with a full Irish breakfast each morning to fuel the day's adventures. To ensure an intimate dining experience, guests can enjoy a private dinner in the secluded setting of The Wine Cellar on one evening. Ensuring a holistic wellness experience, the stay also grants guests access to the Easanna Wellness & Spa, complete with an indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, and gym, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring or just to savour a moment of relaxation. To elevate the experience further, room upgrades are also offered subject to availability.

Yoga

Heated Pool

Room Types

Classic RoomSpacious Deluxe Room with an Italian marble bathroom and views overlooking the Kenmare Bay. This room is non-smoking.

Deluxe Double RoomFeaturing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom VillaGuests will have a special experience as the villa provides a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this villa consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hairdryer. Guests will find a dishwasher, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchen. The villa also offers a barbecue. This villa features a washing machine, flat-screen TV, sea views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.

Two-Bedroom VillaThe fireplace is a top feature of this villa. Boasting a private entrance, this villa comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Guests will find a dishwasher, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the kitchen. The villa also includes a barbecue. This villa has a washing machine, flat-screen TV, sea views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.

Two-Bedroom HouseFeaturing a private entrance, this holiday home is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hairdryer. Guests will find kitchenware, a microwave, a tea and coffee maker and a toaster in the well-equipped kitchenette. The holiday home also has a barbecue. This holiday home features a washing machine, flat-screen TV, sea views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

SuiteThe spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Double or Twin RoomThis twin/double room features an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

VillaThis spacious villa comes with 1 living room, 4 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. This villa has a coffee machine, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 6 beds.

Suite with River ViewThe unit has 1 bed.

Superior SuiteThis suite features a tea and coffee maker, heating and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Suite with TerraceThe unit has 1 bed.

Presidential SuiteThis suite features a tea and coffee maker, heating and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews

9.3

Excellent

Review Summaries

Location

The location of Sheen Falls Lodge is absolutely perfect according to guest reviews. The hotel is situated in the peaceful countryside amidst wonderful surroundings. The beautiful decorated entrance gives a glimpse of what awaits inside. The views from the hotel are incredible, especially the beautiful river view. The location is simply amazing in every way, the waterfront and river location being the icing on the cake. It's a perfect place to relax and switch off, surrounded by stunning scenery and beautiful grounds. Guests have praised the hotel's excellent location and facilities, describing it as a superb and amazing setting. It's a great hotel for walking along the waterway, the falls, local low traveled road, woods and cemetery. The food, service and location have been described as amazing with beautiful views. Overall, an exceptional environment to enjoy a peaceful stay in the heart of nature.

Breakfast

Guests at Sheen Falls Lodge rave about the hotel's breakfast, describing it as excellent, superb, gorgeous and delicious. The breakfast is served in a lovely setting and with great variety. Some guests even enjoyed having breakfast served in their room, which was spot on every time. The bistro provides a nice and casual atmosphere while still maintaining class. However, some guests experienced slow service and cold food when breakfast was brought to their room. While the full Irish breakfast was a hit with many guests, others found the pancakes to taste packaged. Despite a few minor issues, the overwhelming consensus is that Sheen Falls Lodge serves up a very good breakfast.

Dinner

At Sheen Falls Lodge, the dining experience has received mixed reviews. Some guests have described the dinner and breakfast as excellent, giving high marks to the Falls Restaurant and the main dining room. Others have noted that the bistro setup was comfortable and the food was lovely. However, there were some guests who were disappointed with the food with some describing it as mediocre, limited and not great. Some guests faced issues with cold food, wrong orders and a poor gluten-free menu. Despite the negative reviews, some guests recommended the fine dining restaurant at the hotel, while others managed to secure a slot for dinner at the bar. In summary, the dining experience at Sheen Falls Lodge is varied and the quality of the food can be hit or miss, but some guests have had a wonderful experience.

Rooms

Sheen Falls Lodge offers an incredible experience with their beautifully decorated and spacious rooms. Guests are treated to stunning views of the river and falls and the bathrooms are luxurious and spotlessly clean. The rooms are well-laid-out, stylish and comfortable with lots of reading material provided for guests. The hotel management also goes the extra mile in upgrading guests without any prodding or cajoling, resulting in fantastic corner suites with nice views on two sides and large baths with showers and tubs. The rooms are solid, quiet and well-decorated with fabulous furnishings and fluffy towels and dressing gowns. Guests have access to excellent en-suites and lovely views of the falls, making it a perfect place for those looking for a luxurious getaway.

Staff

The staff at Sheen Falls Lodge were exceptional, according to guests. They were extremely welcoming, friendly, attentive and willing to help with anything guests needed. The attention to detail was outstanding and all staff members were knowledgeable, professional and efficient. The porter in particular was superb and understood what good service meant. Guests especially praised the concierge, named Sean, as the highlight of their stay. The staff made the stay at the hotel a wonderful experience, offering a lovely welcome drink and excellent service. Even the bar staff were helpful and considerate. Some guests did have negative experiences with a few staff members, but overall, the staff were regarded as pleasant, courteous and professional. Staff members conversed in French as well and the hotel was highly recommended for its high-quality hospitality.

5 Star

As far as luxury accommodations go, Sheen Falls Lodge is exceptional. Guests have rated it five stars and called it the best hotel experience they've ever had. The hotel and its grounds are truly spectacular, making for an overall excellent stay. While some guests have noted that the hotel doesn't quite meet the expectations of a five-star rating, it certainly holds its own against other luxury accommodations. Don't hesitate to book your stay at Sheen Falls Lodge for a memorable and beautiful experience.

FAQ

Yes, Sheen Falls Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Sheen Falls Lodge.

No, Sheen Falls Lodge doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Sheen Falls Lodge.

Yes, Sheen Falls Lodge has a gym.

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