The LakeHotel
The Lake Hotel offers a logistical advantage for destination weddings: guests can stay, celebrate, and recover all in one location on the shores of Killarney Lake.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- KIR · 25–30 minutes
- Open season
- May – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.8 /5 · 2,487
The Lake Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Co. Kerry, Ireland, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Kerry Airport (KIR), 25–30 minutes. Best months: May, June, August, September.
The Lake Hotel in Co. Kerry, open May–September.
The Lake Hotel offers a logistical advantage for destination weddings: guests can stay, celebrate, and recover all in one location on the shores of Killarney Lake.
This 4-star property eliminates the need for shuttle coordination and provides 51 bedrooms for accommodation.
With direct lake views and proximity to Muckross estate, the venue handles both ceremony and reception without requiring off-site transitions.
"A place where royalty meets tranquility — and where you'll wish you'd booked more nights." An absolutely unforgettable stay. The Lake House has become one of the biggest highlights of our entire Ireland trip. We were welcomed by Claire and owner Mr. Niall Hubbard, who was warm, generous with local tips, and made us feel truly at home. Niall means Champion — and he is exactly that. Our lake view room was breathtaking, with gorgeous views of the on-site castle and lake. Asiya was wonderful at both dinner and breakfast — and breakfast here is something else entirely. Royalty-level. Michelle gave us a lovely checkout, and we were thrilled to see Mr. Hubbard once more on our way out. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary in Ireland. Thank you so much for making it so special for us. There is so much to see and do in this lovely area that we must come back. We will definitely stay at The Lake Hotel again— for longer next time. Absolutely in for a treat if you stay here! -Jeanette & Joel, from New Jersey, USA
4 notes, from the desk.
51 en-suite bedrooms on-site for guest accommodation
4.8/5 Google rating with consistent praise for service
Direct access to Killarney Lake with panoramic water views
Flexible event spaces accommodating 20–150 guests
Best held in May, June, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at The Lake Hotel.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome reception in hotel lounge
- 10:00–11:30Pre-ceremony photos at lakeside or Muckross estate
- 14:00Ceremony (indoor or lakeside, weather dependent)
- 15:00–16:30Cocktail hour and guest mingling
- 19:00–23:00Reception dinner and dancing
- 09:00–11:00Breakfast and informal departure
Things worth knowing.
KIR · 25–30 minutes
Guests fly into Kerry Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000–25,000
Costs vary by season (peak summer higher), day of week, and catering selections. Request custom quote through http://www.lakehotelkillarney.ie/. Off-season (Oct–Apr) typically offers 15–25% savings.
Included with reception booking
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€80–140 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120–200 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can guests stay at the hotel during the wedding weekend?+
Yes. The hotel has 51 bedrooms available, allowing wedding parties to stay on-site. This simplifies logistics and extends celebration time with your guests.
What outdoor ceremony options are available?+
The lakeside setting permits outdoor ceremonies with water backdrops. Indoor alternatives exist for weather contingencies. Confirm specific spaces and seasonal availability with the venue directly.
Does the venue provide catering?+
Yes, in-house catering is standard. Menu options, bar packages, and dietary accommodations are discussed during booking consultations.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Kerry Airport is approximately 21km away (25–30 minute drive). Cork and Shannon airports offer additional options within 90 minutes.
What is the guest capacity range?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests across flexible event spaces, scalable to your celebration size.
In the same country.
Hold dates at The Lake Hotel.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.