1854 – Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry
Constructed after an architectural competition in 1852, that was won by William Atkins with a premium also awards to Richard Brash.
Constructed after an architectural competition in 1852, that was won by William Atkins with a premium also awards to Richard Brash.
Now described as a Bed & Breakfast with a bar rather than a hotel, the Royal is sited by the quayside on Valentia Island.
The coming of the railway to Killarney in 1853 was of great benefit to the the tourism industry in Kerry and actively promoted by the railway companies.
Served by a small station by the Great Southern Railways Company, one of the four original stations opened by the company.
Purpose built hotel constructed for the Great Southern Railways Company as part of their scheme to bring tourists to the Kerry area via their railway routes.
Originally started out as Parknasilla House after the Bland family built Derryquin Castle on the grounds as a new resience.
Later much extended from its original 1894 appearance. Architect unknown for the alterations by the railway company in 1894,
Started as a bar and restaurant in 1967 which was an instant success due to its location and views. Extended and later turned into an hotel with 45 bedrooms in 1970.