Best Hotels on the Dingle Peninsula, Ireland (2025)

The Dingle Peninsula stretches into the Atlantic, its rugged coastline lined with cliffs, beaches, and green hills. Dingle town is lively and full of character, but the best hotels are often in small villages, offering quiet, scenic stays. From beachfront inns to charming countryside retreats, there’s something for every traveller—whether you want to walk the Dingle Way, explore historic sites, or enjoy local pubs and live music. Each of our handpicked hotels provides a comfortable base to see the peninsula’s sights, take in the views, and experience the warmth this part of Ireland is known for.

For the views

Perched above Dingle Bay, Castlewood House offers sweeping views of rolling green hills and sparkling waters. Its 14 rooms feature luxurious Junior Suites with private hot tubs, while mornings are elevated by an award-winning breakfast menu packed with inventive, homemade delights.
Set dramatically between the Atlantic and Mount Brandon, Gorman's Clifftop House features eight stylish rooms and a celebrated restaurant serving locally sourced specialties. Guests can step straight onto the Dingle Way for coastal adventures, making it a hub for epic views and memorable dining.

For a charming B&B

Set in a refined Georgian house, Emlagh House is a ten-room B&B boasting rooms adorned with wildflower-inspired decor, Victorian antiques, and rich fabrics. Guests can unwind in the stylish lounge or stroll through the meticulously kept gardens, making it a serene retreat along the Dingle Peninsula.

For great value

Step into a 200-year-old stone farmhouse at An Riasc, where rustic charm meets cosy comfort. Each of the four rooms is uniquely decorated with pine furnishings and patchwork quilts. Start your day with hearty breakfasts featuring homemade breads and preserves, or arrange a full dinner after a long Dingle Way hike. An affordable base.

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Best Hotels on the Dingle Peninsula

Castlewood House

Dingle (Dingle)

Overlooking magical Dingle Bay, Castlewood House is a very comfortable bed and breakfast. The award winning gourmet breakfast is what Castlewood is all about, with a dazzling array of delectable dishes, homemade bread, jams, pancakes, porridge with Cooley Whisky, Dingle kippers and the full Irish.

B&B - Superb award winning, gourmet breakfasts, with a wonderful array of homemade soda bread, scones, jam and fresh local produce
Sea Views - Uninterrupted views of Dingle Bay and gentle hills behind the hotel
Views - Stunning views over Dingle Bay
Rural

from CA$146 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

An Riasc

County Kerry (Ballydavid)

A charming stonebuilt 200 year old farmhouse turned B&B in the Dingle Peninsula. Four individually decorated bedrooms with plenty of pine & patchwork. Huge breakfasts with home-made breads and preserves. Four course dinners on request. A great spot for walking enthusiasts & nature lovers.

Great walks - Is on the renowned "Dingle Way" walk
Outstanding location - Located in an idyllic setting where the mountains meet the sea
Views - Great views of the Three Sisters peaks
Traditional

from CA$130 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Gorman's Clifftop House

County Kerry

Purpose built restaurant with rooms with stunning vista over both the Atlantic and Mount Brandon. Spacious, stylish, contemporary bedrooms make the most of the views. Highly recommended restaurant serving regional specialities from locally sourced ingredients. Ideal for walkers and outdoorsy types.

Views - Enjoy stunning sunsets over the Atlantic and views over Mount Brandon
Great walks - Direct access on to the famous 180km "Dingle Way"
Restaurant - Overlooking Smerwick Harbour
On the beach

from CA$179 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Emlagh House

Dingle (Dingle Town)

Charming B&B in Georgian house. Rooms are themed on wildflowers and feature artworks, plush fabrics and Victorian antiques. Elegant lounge with open fireplace, neat gardens. Very friendly service. Ideal for a weekend break.

Local exploring - Plenty of outdoors fun nearby, such as fishing, cycling, walking trips, and Dingle's superb seafood restaurants
Birdwatching - A private guide can be arranged for this also to take guests along to various beauty spots
Fishing - Sea fishing can be arranged by hotel
Great walks

from CA$210 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Best Hotels on the Dingle Peninsula (2025)