Experience the magic of Christmas at Great Southern Killarney with a luxurious three-night festive break.
Guests may also choose to arrive prior to Christmas Eve on a Bed & Breakfast basis, allowing you to relax and soak up the festive atmosphere before the celebrations begin. Arrive on Christmas Eve to gourmet dining, elegant accommodation, festive entertainment and thoughtful touches throughout. Enjoy Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day Lunch, a visit from Santa for our junior guests, live music and St. Stephen’s Day celebrations - all in Killarney’s premier historic hotel.
Great Southern Killarney Christmas Celesbrations Include:
Christmas Eve
You will be greeted with a cosy and traditional Irish welcome of Afternoon Tea, along with freshly brewed tea and coffee served in our elegant drawing rooms. Enjoy a heartwarming Christmas carol session - the perfect way to begin your stay.
That evening, gather for a celebratory drinks reception followed by an indulgent Christmas Eve dinner served in the splendid surroundings of the Arbour. The night concludes with late-night bites, mince pies, and warming mulled wine - ideal for guests attending midnight celebrations.
Christmas Day
Begin Christmas morning with a hearty Christmas Day breakfast at Great Southern Killarney. Enjoy the excitement of gift-giving in the privacy of your room or gather with friends and family in one of our beautiful antique resident lounges, where light snacks will be served throughout the day.
Celebrate together at the Great Southern Christmas Lunch, featuring all the traditional festive favourites. Share in the excitement of a special visit from Father Christmas, much to the delight of our junior guests, each of whom will receive a bespoke gift and enjoy festive fun with Santa Claus.
As the day draws to a close, enjoy musical entertainment before retiring to your bedroom for a peaceful night’s sleep.
St. Stephen’s Day
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast, followed by an early afternoon outing showcasing the beauty of County Kerry. Return to the hotel to enjoy the cherished tradition of Afternoon Tea and warming broth. Spend the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure — perhaps with a visit to the Health & Beauty Rooms or a stroll through the heart of Killarney.
That evening, enjoy a well-deserved St. Stephen’s Day dinner, followed by live musical entertainment and a late-night buffet. On the morning of your departure, savour a leisurely breakfast or choose to extend your stay with exclusive discounts available to our Christmas guests.
For more information or to book by phone, please call us on +353 64 663 8000 or email reservations@greatsouthernkillarney.com
Please note that children’s supplements may apply — we kindly ask guests to contact our reservations team for full details.
For tailored or more complex booking enquiries, please contact our dedicated reservations team.