Sheen Falls Lodge - Kenmare
51.87364275, -9.56738591Overview
5-star lodge on a 100 hectare estate - #1 Resort in Europe (Condé Nast 2025)
Award-Winning Reputation
Sheen Falls Lodge holds Two Michelin Keys, a rare distinction among hotels worldwide. It was named #1 Resort in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2025 and #1 Resort in the UK & Ireland in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026. The lodge sits on a 100 hectare private estate overlooking Kenmare Bay, with direct access to the Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way.
On-Site Activities
The property offers on-site falconry sessions with trained birds of prey, available to guests. Horse riding and fishing on the estate's rivers are guided by experienced instructors. The hotel also provides archery, canoeing, and a nine-hole golf course within the grounds.
Wellness & Spa
The Health Club includes an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a fully equipped gym. Spa treatments use Elemis products and include massages, facials, and body wraps. Personal training and yoga classes are available on request.
Dining Options
The Falls restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with views of the Sheen River waterfalls. The Stables brasserie offers casual dining with a menu that includes locally sourced steaks and seafood. The Sheen Lounge bar serves cocktails and light meals by an open fire.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 2 km from Kenmare town, with a complimentary shuttle service for guests. Nearby attractions include Gleninchaquin Park with its hiking trails and the scenic Ring of Kerry route. Guests can also explore the estate's private grounds, which include walking trails along the river and waterfalls.
- Awards: #1 Resort in Europe (Condé Nast 2025) and #1 in UK & Ireland (Travel + Leisure 2026)
- Dining: 3 on-site restaurants, including The Falls with panoramic views
- Activities: Falconry, horse riding, fishing, golf, and guided walking trails
- Wellness: Indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, and Elemis spa treatments
- Convenience: Complimentary shuttle service to Kenmare town
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Massage
Steam room
Spa & wellness centre
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Table tennis
- Archery
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room view
- Garden view
- Bay view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Sheen Falls Lodge
| 💵 Lowest room price | 155 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.3 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 51.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kerry, KIR |
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- Nearby
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