Steeped in history and elegance, the Great Southern Killarney in Co. Kerry is one of Ireland’s most iconic hotels. Situated in the heart of Killarney, just a short stroll from the town centre and train station, this stunning Victorian-era hotel has been welcoming guests since 1854. Surrounded by six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, and with 177 bedrooms, the Great Southern blends classic grandeur with modern luxury, making it an exceptional venue for corporate events, meetings and special occasions for up to 950 guests.
The Great Southern Killarney offers an array of exquisite venues, designed to accommodate events of all types and sizes, from intimate corporate gatherings to large-scale celebrations or meetings.
The Great Room
The hotel’s largest event space, The Great Room, can host up to 950 guests (theatre style). With its stunning high ceilings, grand chandeliers and elegant décor, this ballroom is perfect for luxury gala dinners and large conferences. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the room with natural light, offering breathtaking views of the hotel’s gardens. This room can also be partitioned into three separate rooms if needed depending on delegate number size.
The Auditorium
The Auditorium is a tiered seated style room, available to host up to 225 guests, ideal for corporate talks, presentations or press related events.
Meeting Rooms
For more intimate meetings, The Press Room, The Writers Room and The Victorian Room are ideal for boardroom style meetings of up to 16 guests or up to 35 guests in The Press Room theatre style.
Private Dining
With magnificent chandeliers and classical décor The Lake Room’s exquisite settings is the perfect location for your private dining experience for up to 60 lucky guests. Their Executive Chef, describes his cooking as "Creative Cuisine, Classically Influenced", using the best of produce from local Killarney, Kerry and Munster suppliers and from artisan food producers to create a truly fine Irish dining experience.
Gardens & Outdoor Corporate Events / Team Building
Set within six acres of private gardens, the outdoor spaces at Great Southern provide an idyllic setting for open-air receptions and corporate summer events. The lush greenery and historic charm of the surroundings create a truly enchanting atmosphere. Team building activities such as axe throwing, archery, scavenger hunts, kayaking and guided hikes are all possible at this venue.
Please enquire with the Great Southern Killarney team below to check availability and pricing for your next event or meeting.
East Avenue Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry