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Great Southern Killarney

Great Southern Killarney operates as a full-service hotel venue with on-site accommodation, eliminating the logistical challenge of coordinating separate lodging for destination wedding guests.

Guests: Up to 150 guests; Aisle estimate
Rooms: 177 rooms; Venue website
Cost: €4,000-12,000+ total; Aisle estimate
Ceremony: Outdoor ceremonies; Venue website
Season: Best weather Aug–Sep; Aisle estimate
Getting there: KIR · about 20 min by car; Aisle estimate

About Great Southern Killarney

Great Southern Killarney operates as a full-service hotel venue with on-site accommodation, eliminating the logistical challenge of coordinating separate lodging for destination wedding guests.

Located in Killarney's Town Centre, the property offers 4-star facilities with 99 rooms, allowing guests to celebrate without traveling between venues.

This integrated approach simplifies planning while maintaining access to the region's mountain and lake landscapes.

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Wonderful hotel! The building is beautiful and right beside the train station but also in the middle of town. The staff were phenomenal during our stay.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Smallest party taken: 8 guests

Staying over

Rooms: 177 rooms

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony: Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport: KIR, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Parking: Yes

The spaces

Event spaces: Ballroom
Indoors or out: Both
Setting: Urban, historic, elegantAisle estimate

Food and drink

In-house catering: Yes

Venue highlights

99 en-suite bedrooms available for guest accommodation within the same building as ceremony and reception spaces
Located in Killarney Town Centre with direct access to shops, restaurants, and the town's historic district
Multiple event spaces accommodating groups from 20 to 150+ guests across different room configurations
On-site dining facilities with dedicated wedding menus and bar service

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01

16:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome reception in hotel lounge
19:00Informal dinner or rehearsal gathering (optional)

Saturday · day 02

11:00Ceremony in hotel's dedicated event space
12:30Cocktail reception and canapés in separate lounge area
14:00Sit-down wedding breakfast/reception with speeches and entertainment
22:00Evening cake cutting and dancing or late-night drinks

Sunday · day 03

10:00Optional hosted brunch for departing guests

Costs and booking details

Getting there: KIR · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Kerry Airport.
Typical total: €4,000-12,000+Aisle estimate
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€4,000-12,000+ for a 50-75 guest wedding including 1-2 nights accommodation for guests and full catering
Ceremony fee: IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with reception booking (varies by space selection)
Reception: €60-90+Aisle estimate
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€60-90+ depending on menu tier and beverage package
Room rate: €120-180 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-180 per room (typically discounted rates for wedding guests; 99 rooms available)
Weather window: May – June
The months the weather is kindest, with August and September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
Direct line: (064) 663 8000
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Pricing varies significantly based on guest count, season, menu selections, room categories, and bar packages. Contact venue directly for detailed quote. Package typically includes event space, catering, bar service, and guest room block rates.

Questions about the venue

Can we accommodate guests overnight at the venue?+

Yes. The hotel has 99 rooms available for wedding guests, allowing everyone to stay in one location. This simplifies coordination and extends celebration time without travel between accommodations and the venue.

What is the capacity range for events?+

The venue accommodates groups from 20 to 150+ guests depending on room selection and configuration. Multiple spaces allow flexibility for ceremonies, receptions, and separate celebration areas.

Are catering services included?+

Yes. On-site catering is provided through the hotel's dining facilities. Custom wedding menus and bar packages can be arranged with the events team.

What is the nearest airport?+

Kerry Airport is approximately 17km away with a 20-minute drive. Shannon Airport, 90km distant, offers more flight options with a 90-minute transfer time.

Can we customize the wedding package?+

Contact the events team directly at the website or through the hotel to discuss specific requirements, room rates for guests, catering preferences, and ceremony/reception configurations.

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Sources and booking notes

Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

Venue wedding information

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Smallest party taken: 8 guests
“Flexible venues designed to host celebrations of every scale, from intimate gatherings of 8 to grand occasions with up to 800 guests”
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Rooms: 177 rooms
“The Auditorium seats 225 delegates in tiered theatre style, the Great Room holds up to 950 and divides into three independent spaces, and we have 177 bedrooms available for overnight guests.”
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Outdoor ceremony: Yes
“Yes, we can cater for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.”
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In-house catering: Yes
“Our kitchen team can cater for a variety of dietary requirements, please just let us know your requirements and we would be happy to discuss options.”
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Parking: Yes
“Complimentary on-site parking for a seamless guest experience”
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Event spaces: Ballroom
“From grand weddings in our ballroom to intimate private dinners in one of Ireland’s most storied buildings, we know how to make an occasion feel truly extraordinary.”
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Indoors or out: Both
“Yes, we can cater for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.”
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