Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa

Rich with luxurious, contemporary comforts, Aghadoe Heights boasts a magnificent location 2 miles (3.2 km) from Killarney town centre, overlooking the lakes, mountains and Killarney's Golf & Fishing Club.

The world-renowned Spa at Aghadoe was the 'Best Irish Hotel Resort Spa' in 2008

Enjoy peace and plenty of personal space in your excellently appointed room, suite or the elegant public areas. Rated 5 Red Stars by the AA, the hotel and spa has truly majestic surroundings and warm Irish hospitality. Some rooms have a private balcony with views across Lough Lein.

A complimentary hotel shuttle transfer guests to and from town, and from Kerry Airport with prior arrangement.

The Lake Room Restaurant serves eclectic European cuisine prepared from fresh local produce. The relaxing atmosphere is complemented by views of the lake.

Wine lovers can choose their favourite vintage from the glass walled wine cellar, perfectly positioned in the centre of the room.

A new range of innovative spa dining options has been developed to complement the wellness programmes.

Breakfast is served from 07:30 -10:30
Dinner is served from 18:00 - 21:00
Sunday buffet lunch is served from 13:00 -14:30
Traditional afternoon tea is served from 14:00 - 17:30

Light Meals, snacks, and afternoon tea are available in the Heights Bar and Lounge, along with a selection of fine wines and cocktails.

Private dining is available on request.

Aghadoe has long been regarded as a special, spiritual place. The Paps Mountains, visible from the hotel, were called 'Dhá Chíoch Danu' in Gaelic, which means 'the two breasts of Danu'. This was the name of the Celtic female goddess, who was regarded as the mother of the gods. The first inhabitants of Ireland, the 'Tuatha Dé Danann', were named after her.

The woods, mountains and lakes were loaded with magical and mysterious significance. They represented messages of life and fertility, with the Paps' two breast-shaped hills interpreted as symbols of female power.

The first known Christian settlement was established at Aghadoe in the 5th centur. Two centuries later, St Finian is thought to have created a monastic centre at Aghadoe and on Innisfallen Island below, which were linked by a causeway.

Aghadoe overlooks Lough Lein, which was called the 'lake of learning' because it was a major educational centre attracting pupils from all over Europe between 900 and 1000AD. Lough Lein and the surrounding area plays a pivotal role in Irish mythology; in one of its greatest stories, Oisín and Niamh 'went west' from Lough Lein over the mountains to Tír na N-og, 'the land of eternal youth'.

During your stay you can also enjoy a leisurely walk in the National Park or spend an afternoon fishing.