The Smugglers Inn

Set along the edge of the sea just a nine iron from the world famous Waterville links, The Smuggler's Inn is a friendly, family-run three star hotel with 17 guest rooms, a pub, and seafood restaurant. The Bord Failte Approved Smugglers Inn is well known for it's warm hospitality. Proprietor Lucille Hunt oversees daily operations and is on-hand to ensure guests are looked after. Many of the Smugglers Inn 17 guest rooms also boast views of the sea, though the rooms themselves are not particularly fancy, rather basic actually with telephone, TV, hair dryers, tea and coffee facilities.

The Gourmet Restaurant, overseen by proprietor and chef Henry Hunt, is famous for its fresh seafood and shellfish delicacies, with a tank of Lobsters and Crayfish. Smuggler's fare has won many accolades and awards over the years, and has been so popular that its been expanded into an atrium. Watch the sun set over the Atlantic while enjoying your meal, as views from the restaurant are stunning

The selling point to Smuggler's Inn is undoubtedly its location. Smugglers Inn offers up cheap and cheerful accommodation, with a five star view. One could almost tee-off from The Smugglers Inn to the world famous 18 hole championship Waterville Golf Course. Non-golfers will thoroughly enjoy walking the beaches, or perhaps taking a trip to the world-famous Skelligs. Situated on the famous Ring of Kerry, quiet location, 1 mile from the village of Waterville, on a 2 km sandy beach, this family run establishment is a haven for the golfer, fisherman, swimmer, horse-rider, walker and anyone who enjoys fine scenery.