In a tranquil setting, The Royal Valentia Hotel offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. With a garden, on-site restaurant, and helpful staff praised by previous guests, you can unwind in style.
Market Street, Knightstown, Valentia Island, Kerry
What's nearby
Skellig Experience Centre - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 13 min drive - 4.5 km
Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church - 15 min drive - 6.6 km
Skelligs Chocolate Co. - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
Ballycarbery Castle - 23 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
The Oratory Pizza and Wine Bar - 14 min drive
Eva's Restaurant - 13 min drive
The Fishermans Bar - 8 min drive
Frank's Corner - 15 min drive
The Moorings - 8 min drive
About this property
The Royal Valentia Hotel
The Royal Valentia Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Valentia Island. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Hotel Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Bar]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Bike storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Bicycle parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Champagne service
More
Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Hotel Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10.00 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Royal Valentia Hotel Hotel
The Royal Valentia Hotel Valentia Island
The Royal Valentia Hotel Hotel Valentia Island
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Valentia Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Valentia Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Valentia Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Valentia Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Valentia Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Royal Valentia Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Valentia Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Hotel Restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Valentia Hotel like?
The Royal Valentia Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Tinnies and 5 minutes' walk from Valentia Heritage Museum.
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Reviews
The Royal Valentia Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was described as wonderful, delicious, and amazing by multiple guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
GREAT STAY
Very comfortable, food excellent
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Relaxed hotel in the center of town
Niall
Niall, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2025
Nice old hotel, well maintained with a nice view and good restaurant on the premises.
Jorge A
Jorge A, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Nice place on Valentia Island with plenty of things to do around the island itself. The breakfast is amazing. Overall I love this hotel.
On-uma
On-uma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Lovely olde worlde hotel with a great view. Restaurant was nice and the service was very good. Would recommend.
nicholas
nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great place to stay on Valentia Island to explore the region. Staff was outstanding. Breakfast and dinner the one night we ate there were delicious. It was a pleasant experience to stay in a hotel that has been in business for over 150 years.
Rene
Rene, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Delightful classic hotel with excellent food.
Traci
Traci, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
Beautiful views from a room, restaurant and near hotel.
Svetlana
Svetlana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Absolutely charming hotel with very responsive staff. It was the perfect relaxing spot to end our busy trip.
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
View of the ocean
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2024
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Great location.
Declan
Declan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
Self contained historic hotel. Wonderful staff in dining room . Enjoyable stay on the waterfront.
Randy
Randy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
An amazing hotel. The staff are so friendly and helpful!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2024
Friendly staff. Excellent food the hotel. hotel had a lot of charm. Will stay again at this hotel.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2024
Excellent stay. Friendly staff. Had a lovely dinner and breakfast.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Great staff.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Good trip
The lady who served in the restaurant on Friday night was excellent.
Sean
Sean, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2024
Very nice old building. Great view of the bay. Staff was very friendly
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 29, 2025
Could use an upgrade !
ROBERT
ROBERT, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Great w
Charming sea-side hotel located at the end of the island. Our morning included a wonderful Irish breakfast.
Tanya
Tanya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
This hotel was in an incredibly beautiful area. The seafood chowder at the restaurant was the best of our trip! Great history! Great community.
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
Staff was great and they assisted with any issue we had.
scott
scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2024
Great little village and harbor setting.
Staff (Vincent) went above & beyond in fixing a left-behind item.
John
John, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 24, 2024
This is a three star and it’s safe and clean. Very tight and small, breakfast is ok, no biggy. There are not too many places around as this is a small town but quaint.
DIANA CRISTINA
DIANA CRISTINA, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2024
Hotel Stay
Overall a very good experience. Only complaints would be a bed mattress that was on the stiff side and a very very noisy exhaust fan in the bathroom. The surroundings on the peninsula were off the hook beautiful and don’t leave without driving out to the lighthouse.