Finding kid-friendly hotels in Dingle, Ireland, is crucial for families looking to enjoy their vacation. You need enough space for everyone, easy access to town, and family amenities to keep everyone happy. Thankfully, there are loads of hotels in Dingle Town Centre that cater to families, many with family suites, playgrounds and even indoor swimming pools.
I’d highly recommend staying close to town so you can walk to ask much as possible. With so many things to do in Dingle, and so many great Dingle restaurants and pubs, who wants to bother with driving and then finding parking? Not me! Especially not with my kids in tow.
Always contact the hotel directly to ensure they meet your family’s needs.
Quick Guide to Dingle Hotels for families
- Dingle Skellig Hotel: This hotel features family rooms, a kids’ club, and a swimming pool, making it a hit with kids from babies to teens.
- Dingle Benners Hotel: Located right on John Street, one of the few main roads through Dingle. Parking is included, as well as Wi-Fi and the property has air conditioning.
- Dingle Bay Hotel: Located right in the heart of Dingle town, this hotel has spacious family rooms. Its central location makes it easy to explore Dingle, as well as walk to restaurants, attractions, the grocery market, and of course, Murphy’s Ice Cream.
- Base Dingle Accommodation: Soundproof rooms mean babies and toddlers can enjoy their nap and not get waken up at night when the pubs are hopping, especially on weekends in the center of town. Free parking and Wi-Fi are included, making it easy to bring the kids to stay, even teenagers who refuse to disconnect.
- Heaton’s Guesthouse: Right on the water on the eastern edge of town, Heaton’s is known for its warm hospitality, and personal service. Some rooms have a sea view, and the hotel has facilities for disabled guests.
- Dingle Harbour Lodge: Double, triple and family rooms means that families of most sizes can fit in one room (if you have more than two kids, you may need another room). It’s close to the center of town and a one-minute walk to the aquarium.
- Greenmount House: Breakfast and free valet parking are included at this upscale B&B in Dingle. And yes, they actually welcome families at this bed and breakfast. Laundry facilities and soundproof rooms make this perfect for families who are on a longer trip and don’t want to pack a lot.
- Murphy’s B&B: For a more traditional bed and breakfast experience, Murphy’s is a great B&B option for families. It is above a pub that hosts live music, so be mindful that it could be loud. There are rooms large enough for families and all rooms have an ensuite.
- Milltown House: Located on the other side of the harbor, Milltown House is a nice place to stay when you want to be a bit removed from the crowds, but still be an easy walk or drive from all the Dingle town center has to offer. Breakfast is included and there is a playground on the property for kids to play.
Remember, the best choice depends on your specific needs, like room size, child-friendly amenities (cribs, high chairs, etc.), if you want breakfast included in the price of your room, and the overall atmosphere you’re looking for.
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Map of Hotels in Dingle Town
Hotels with a Pool in Dingle Ireland
There is ONE hotel in Dingle with a pool– Dingle Skellig Hotel.
If you are looking for more Dingle Hotels with a pool, you will need to stay outside of the town up in Tralee or over in Killarney (perfect if you want to do the Ring of Kerry). Here are a few we recommend if you do NOT want to stay on the Dingle Peninsula, and a pool is important for your family.
- Meadowlands Hotel (Tralee): Upscale hotel in Tralee with a pool and babysitter services available
- Great Southern Killarney: Upscale hotel right in Killarney town with a pool and spa
- The Killarney Park: Luxury hotel with a pool and parking included
Family-Friendly Hotels in Dingle Ireland
Dingle Skellig Hotel and The Peninsula Spa
- Address: Emlagh West, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 D5X2, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 0200
- Details
The Dingle Skellig is an upscale hotel, offering a beautiful garden for leisurely strolls (or naps in the pram), a playground for kids, and an arcade/game room for some family time together. The onsite restaurant, Coastguard Restaurant, features Irish cuisine with stunning views of the sea.
The Dingle Skellig Hotel has an indoor pool, free self parking, and full breakfast (surcharge) available at the onsite restaurant. If you’re looking to explore, bike rentals are available, and the hotel’s 24-hour front desk is available to help you plan your time in town and even after you leave Dingle.
Like most hotels in Ireland, there is free in-room WiFi, as well as services like dry cleaning/laundry, free newspapers, and luggage storage.
All 113 rooms are equipped with rainfall showers (my youngest son’s favorite!), and satellite TV channels, along with mini fridges and desks if you need to get a little work done.
Parents should definitely book one of the services at The Peninsula Spa, whether you crave a facial, body wrap, massage or hydrotherapy. Seriously, it’s the perfect way to wind down when you are on vacation.
- Where is the hotel located? Located on Dingle Harbor just outside of town, but still walkable to all of Dingle town’s attractions.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Spa, kids’ club, indoor pool, restaurant onsite, breakfast available (added charge), laundry and bike rentals.
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? Removed from Dingle town so you get a bit more quiet and gorgeous sea views.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Highly rated for its family amenities and location.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? Contact the property directly with at least 48 hours notice to cancel.
Dingle Benners Hotel
- Address: Main St, Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1638
- Details
This cozy hotel is the perfect spot for families who want to be able to walk around the colorful streets of Dingle, with Dingle Harbour and St. James Church an easy stroll from their room.
The fireplace in the lobby is a welcome sight on a rainy day, and easy, free self-parking makes for a quick unload of your bags so you can start your holiday right away.
When you get hungry, Mrs. Benners Bar offers delicious Irish dishes and light snacks. Plus, with free in-room WiFi, staying connected and planning your next day’s adventure is a breeze.
All rooms and public spaces have free Wi-Fi. Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) is available each morning if you don’t want to go out.
Parents can rejoice that there are babysitting services available (surcharge) so you can have a quiet, hot meal out at one of the amazing Dingle restaurants, while a local nanny watches your children.
Each of the 52 rooms is uniquely decorated, featuring 24-hour room service, air conditioning, cozy bathrobes, and coffee/tea makers in each room. Bathrooms come equipped with shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries so you don’t have to worry about packing enough soap for your entire trip.
- Where is the hotel located? Dingle Benners Hotel is right in the heart of Dingle town, with easy access to local attractions, like Dingle Harbour and the grocery store.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Free WiFi, childcare services, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, concierge services, and a restaurant and bar onsite. Rooms have coffee/tea makers and bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries.
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? Dating back to the 1800s, the hotel is a member of Original Irish Hotels and Historic Hotels of Europe, ensuring a blend of classic character and modern luxury. The owners have restored this historic home to its former glory, allowing you to see a bit of Ireland’s history during your stay.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? The hotel boasts high ratings for its excellent service, cozy atmosphere, and convenient location, with guests frequently praising the breakfast and staff.
- Cancellation Policy: May vary depending on the rate you booked. You must contact the property within at least 48 hours prior to your arrival date to avoid any cancellation fees.
Dingle Bay Hotel
- Address: Strand St, Farrannakilla, Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1231
- Details
This family-owned hotel features free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, a bar and a restaurant onsite, family rooms, and facilities for disabled guests (call before you book to confirm that they can accommodate your needs). Each room in the Dingle Bay Hotel features private bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, and a television.
Best of all, you can kickstart your day with a complimentary Irish breakfast at Long’s Restaurant. From organic yogurts to homemade breads, scones, and pastries, there’s something that even your picky eater in the family will love.
Looking for dinner without having to leave your hotel? Long’s serves up dishes like fresh Blasket Island lobster, Cromane Bay mussels, and Kerry lamb. Plus, if you have any special dietary restrictions, the kitchen is usually able to accommodate your needs.
Evenings you can pop into Paudie’s Bar for traditional Irish sessions and West Kerry music, giving even more local flavor to your family vacation. Think your kids won’t want to listen to the music? You’d be surprise. My boys loved it at age 5 and at age 13.
- Where is the hotel located? Right in the heart of Dingle town, overlooking the bay.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, a bar and a restaurant, complimentary breakfast, plus a tea/coffee maker in each room.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Generally receives positive reviews for location and service.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check the room you want to book to see if there are specific dates or reasons for cancellations.
Base Dingle
- Address: Bridge St, Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 2284
- Details
At Base Accommodation Dingle, every room is designed to be quiet with soundproof walls. Plus, there is free Wi-Fi in every room and throughout the property, so you can stay connected.
While there is no onsite parking, there is free offsite parking available and you can usually find street parking close by.
Your stay at Base Accommodation Dingle is made even smoother with the convenience of a 24-hour front desk. Whether you need late-night check-in or have a question about the area, there’s always someone available to help.
Rooms at Base Accommodation Dingle are smoke-free and come with free bottled water (water in Ireland is safe to drink straight from the tap, so you can bring your reusable water bottle), tea bags/instant coffee, coffee/tea makers, and flat-screen TVs featuring Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels. Bathrooms feature a shower, hair dryer, and shampoo (pack or buy your own conditioner- check out our Ireland Packing Guide for more notes on what you will need to pack).
- Where is the hotel located? Base Accommodation Dingle is located on Bridge Street, just a block or two from the Dingle Community Playground. You can easily walk to all of the restaurants and attractions in town.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? The hotel offers free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, free bottled water, tea/coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and heating.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Base Accommodation Dingle has received an excellent rating of 8.8/10 on Booking.com, with guests particularly praising its cleanliness, comfortable rooms, helpful staff, and a fantastic location.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? The property offers fully refundable room rates, which can be canceled up to a few days before check-in.
- Minimum age to check into the hotel: 18 years old
- Pet Policy: Only service animals are welcomed and exempt from fees.
Heaton’s Guesthouse
- Address: The-Wood, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 D430, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 2288
- Details
Located right on the seafront, Heaton’s Guesthouse is just an 8-minute walk from Dingle Harbour. The property offers free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and complimentary onsite parking for guests.
Each room at Heaton’s is unique in design (some with sea views), but all feature a TV, a cozy seating area, facilities for disabled guests, tea/coffee makers in all rooms, the guarantee of a smoke-free environment, and satellite channels for anyone in need of some downtime after a day of adventure. The private bathrooms are equipped with both a shower and a bath.
A delicious complimentary breakfast is included with you stay, and is served in the dining room.
- Where is the hotel located? On the waterfront in Dingle town
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and complimentary breakfast.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Highly praised for cleanliness, a great breakfast, and hospitality.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? According to their website, Heaton’s Guesthouse requires seven days notice in advance of arrival on all cancellations. If a booking is cancelled within seven days the first night’s stay will be charged unless the room is resold. If there is a no-show you will be charged for the full booking.
Dingle Harbour Lodge
- Address: The Wood, The-Wood, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 Y865, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1577
- Details
From the moment you arrive, Dingle Harbour Lodge draws you into the slower pace of Ireland through its garden and terrace, or if it’s chilly, the fireplace in the front of the lodge. The property offers free Wi-Fi in rooms, free self-parking on site, a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and tour and ticket assistance.
Rooms are equipped with a television, and the hotel offers free cribs/infant beds and free rollaway/extra beds for families. Bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, and each morning you have the option of a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) right on the property.
The hotel is designed with accessibility features designed to accommodate guests with specific needs. Contact the lodge directly to make sure they can facilitate your stay and needs before you book.
- Where is the hotel located? Overlooks Dingle Harbour, walkable to attractions and restaurants.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Free infant cribs and rollaway beds for the room if needed.
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? The harbor view and proximity to the marina.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Receives good reviews for its location and value.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? According to their website, “Cancellations within 48 hours of the day of arrival, or ‘no shows’ entitle them to charge 100% of the value of the first night accommodation. For Non-Refundable rate plans & discounts the booking amount is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.”
Greenmount House B&B
- Address: Gortonora, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 DX99, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1414
- Details
Owned and run by the Curran family since 1977, this cozy haven offers a warm welcome with a free full breakfast to start your day.
Trust me, you will want to book a room for the breakfast alone. Each morning starts with a buffet of items to nibble on while you wait for your hostess to tell you about the day’s hot breakfast options. The B&B also offers afternoon snacks and a nice wine list (both for an additional fee) if you need a bite or a glass of red to unwind at the end of the day.
The guesthouse is a completely smoke-free environment, with free in-room Wi-Fi, a library, laundry facilities for guests, plus a terrace and garden for families to enjoy together, communal living room, and a fireplace in the lobby. The staff also offers complimentary self parking and valet parking, complimentary coffee and tea in common areas, bike rentals, and tour/ticket assistance.
Each guestroom at Greenmount House is individually decorated, featuring premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas. Bathrooms are equipped with tubs or showers and hair dryers.
Service animals are welcomed without any extra fees.
Cribs and rollaway beds are NOT available, but the rooms are spacious and soundproof so the family can sleep through any noise made by the other hotel guests. Need ideas to make more beds in your room? Check out our guide to creating more beds to a hotel room with what is available.
- Where is the hotel located? A bit removed from town and on a hill that gives you panoramic views of Dingle Bay, but still close enough to enjoy all that Dingle has to offer.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Known for luxury rooms, gourmet breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? Owned and operated by the same family, they take pride in their property and award-winning breakfast.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Highly rated for luxury, comfort, and breakfast.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? According to their website, “the cancellation period is 14 days prior to arrival. Cancellations within this time frame will be charged to the value of the first night’s stay, if we do not succeed in re-selling the room.”
Murphy’s B&B
- Address: Murphys Pub, Strand St, Farrannakilla, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 FX62, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1450
- Details
Murphy’s isn’t just a place to stay; it’s a pub and restaurant downstairs where you can grab a bite, and in the summer months you will be treated to the sounds of live traditional Irish music, and maybe even a ballad or two.
All of the bedrooms at Murphy’s are upstairs (above the bar), complete with an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. Family rooms consist of two double beds, which can be a bit snug if you have older children.
Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and a shared lounge/TV area are available, as well as complimentary breakfast each morning, which is served in the bar area.
Guests can park in the rear of the building, avoiding any traffic jams that might happen as you look for parking on Strand Street.
Murphy’s welcomes children of all ages, with cots available upon request for the little ones, free of charge.
- Where is the hotel located? Smack in the middle of town.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Great breakfast and friendly service.
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? Known for its traditional Irish hospitality and charm.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Often praised for its warm atmosphere and location.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? According to their website, “7 days before arrival – 50% cancellation fee. Less than 7 days before arrival , 100% cancellation fee.”
Milltown House
- Address: Milltown, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 DP93, Ireland
- Phone: +353 66 915 1372
- Details
Milltown House, built in 1890 (so, no elevator), offers a delicious complimentary full breakfast, plus a lovely terrace, lush garden, library, bar/lounge, and most important for kids– a playground. Families can also take advantage of the bike rentals and a grill if you want to barbecue one day.
Like most hotels and guesthouses in Dingle, Milltown House offers housekeeping, concierge services, and assistance with booking tours.
Each guest room at Milltown House features premium bedding, separate sitting areas, in-room safes, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels. The bathrooms feature a shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
NOTE: there is no onsite parking. You will have to park on the street or at a nearby lot.
- Where is the hotel located? Set on the waterfront, with a playground for kids.
- What Amenities and Services are Offered? Features spacious rooms, a bar, and a complimentary breakfast
- Are There Any Unique or Special Features? Its historical significance and connection with Irish culture.
- What are the Reviews and Ratings? Highly rated for its character, comfort, and hospitality.
- What are the Cancellation Policies? According to their website, “7 days notice is required in advance of arrival on all cancellations. If a booking is cancelled within 7 days, then Milltown House reserves the right to charge the first night of the stay.”
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