Butler Arms Hotel
New Line Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Views were amazing and location is class”
“Good location”
“Staff were super friendly and couldn't do enough for us”
“Great location fantastic staff”
“Breakfast was amazing”
“The breakfast was good”
“Beautiful clean hotel; excellent staff; lovely breakfast; comfy bed:”
“Clean”
“Good room size, comfortable bed, clean & warm”
“Really liked the room which was a Suite”
“Great location and parking out the back”
“Car parking available in the hotel grounds”
Overview
The Butler Arms is directly opposite the beach in Ballinskelligs Bay, Waterville. The hotel has views of the Atlantic Ocean and offers spacious rooms, a seafood restaurant and free parking. Rooms at The Butler Arms Hotel have private bathrooms with baths and showers. Rooms also feature satellite TVs and seating areas. Each morning traditional Irish breakfasts are served. The restaurant has a varied menu and daily fish specials using the catch of the day. There is a traditional bar menu on offer at the Fisherman's Bar. The Butlers Arms was one of Charlie Chaplin’s favourite holiday destinations. Enjoy a drink in the lounge where photos of Chaplin decorate the walls. Waterville Golf Links and Hogs Head Golf Club are both under a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Salmon and sea trout fishing is available at Waterville’s Lough Currane.
Traveller reviews
Breda
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Lovely relaxing break”
Beautiful clean hotel; excellent staff; lovely breakfast; comfy bed:
Eimear
solo_traveller
April 12, 2026
Breakfast was amazing! Staff were super friendly and couldn't do enough for us! Views were amazing and location is class.
Cormac
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
“Comfortable, central hotel, close to seafront”
Clean. Good location.
Brunella
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“Nice place but too old rooms and too expensive for the services offered”
The location is nice. The breakfast was good
Christopher
couple
October 20, 2025
Overlooking the bay floor to ceiling windows brilliant.
david
family_with_children
October 7, 2025
Great location fantastic staff
Daniel
couple
October 2, 2025
Location for a trip around the ring of Kerry is a great stop as you’re going round.
Graham
couple
September 30, 2025
“Really nice and would definitely visit again.”
Great location and parking out the back. The staff were friendly.
Alexander
couple
September 29, 2025
Great breakfast. Excellent location.
Kent
couple
September 26, 2025
“Fabulous stay in great hotel.”
It was a lovely hotel. I could not fault it. Everything was fabulous. Good room size, comfortable bed, clean & warm. We only stayed one night. If we had known how great the place was we would have stayed longer. Beautiful location and we had great weather only a little windy but that’s nothing against the hotel. Staff were very helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend the Butlers Arms for great food and accommodation.
Michele
extended_group
September 17, 2025
“Good stay but could be better”
Good location right by the sea.
Elliott
couple
September 17, 2025
“1 night stay in Butler Arms”
Really liked the room which was a Suite. The bed was amazing too. We had a lovely balcony overlooking the sea
Dee
extended_group
September 15, 2025
A bit dated,but clean The staff were the best thing about the place
Catherine
couple
September 10, 2025
“A pleasant traditional hotel with friendly staff.”
The location was convenient for our trip. Car parking available in the hotel grounds. Nice ambience, friendly staff and comfortable rooms
Marian
family_with_children
September 9, 2025
Beautiful location, we were sorry we couldn't stay for longer.
LORRAINE
couple
September 7, 2025
bar was very expensive wine especially no entertainment breakfast over cooked
Leonietje
solo_traveller
September 5, 2025
“Overpriced”
Location
Conor
solo_traveller
September 2, 2025
“Amazing place”
Great location and very clean
Martin
couple
August 30, 2025
“Relaxing break, central area easy drive to blue flag beach at Derrynane”
Great location, beach front, lovely views at breakfast. Lovely areas to relax in if the weather is bad
Brid
family_with_children
August 28, 2025
“beautiful safe and very comfortable hotel superbly located overlooking waterville bay”
i loved the quietness and comfort of the hotel and bedrooms. beds were very comfortable and bedrooms very spacious and we had super views of the bay . breakfast was excellent also
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Massage, Billiards, Darts, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Heating, Lift
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Shared lounge/TV area, Ironing service, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Packed lunches
Classic Room
The spacious double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
The spacious double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room with Sea View
The spacious double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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