The Happy Pig

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Happy Pig in Kenmare offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and parquet floors. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, soundproofing, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are provided, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities, fresh pastries, and warm dishes enhance the morning experience. Convenient Location: Located 48 km from Kerry Airport, The Happy Pig is near attractions such as Kenmare Golf Club (2 km) and Muckross Abbey (30 km). Guests appreciate the friendly host and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Kenmare, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Options with:

  • Inner courtyard view

  • Terrace

  • Mountain view

  • Garden view

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Deluxe Double Room
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
172 feet²
Garden view
Mountain view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max adults: 2
US$204 per night
Price US$613
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$163 per night
Price US$490
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alison
    Australia Australia
    “The location was quiet and easy walking to town. Host was very friendly and offered good tourist advice. Breakfast was excellent.”
  • Karim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Host was very friendly, provided ealy breakfast tray when no need to, good travel advice as well, room really nice”
  • Lorcán
    Ireland Ireland
    “Wonderful property with exceptional design and wonderful personality and comfort. Really interesting and beautiful breakfast menu. we loved it .”
  • Eva
    Ireland Ireland
    “Everything about the property is a credit to the owner. Stunning rooms. Stunning breakfast”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Happy Pig is perfect. Everything was fantastic from the minute we arrived. The rooms are very comfortable. Location is perfect. Parking is well catered for. Irma is the nicest host you could ever hope for. The food is absolutely amazing....”
  • Chris
    Malta Malta
    “Really charming place. Great breakfast, spacious and comfortable rooms and very homely atmosphere. Just a few mins walk from Kenmare centre.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Exceptional and quite possibly the best Guest House in Kerry.”
  • Colette
    Ireland Ireland
    “Great location. Beautiful room. Lovely hosts. delicious breakfast”
  • Tony
    Ireland Ireland
    “The Happy Pig was one of the best B&B's we've stayed in. The owner was so friendly and kind. The rooms are amazing and all ybe decorations make it feel so warm and cozy there. The food was superb as well.”
  • Florence
    France France
    “Lovely place!! We had a lovely time. A warm welcome. The place is absolutely amazing and so well decorated ! The best b&b I ever had the pleasure to stay in! I will come back!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Happy Pig

Company review score: 9.9Based on 529 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Please note, we can not guarantee that we will be at the premises between 13:00 and 16:00. You are welcome to park your car in our car park and take a stroll into town or relax on our terrace at the back of The Happy Pig.

Property information

The Happy Pig is a beautifully appointed unique Guesthouse in Kenmare, on the Ring of Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way. Six individually styled and decorated bedrooms with spacious en suite bathrooms, luxurious bed linen, toiletries, stunning mountain and garden views. Handpicked antique furniture and art throughout the house, a cosy sitting room with a library, a sunny patio to enjoy a glass of wine while enjoying the views and sounds of the surrounding countryside and gardens. We are the only guesthouse in the area to provide a secure and sheltered outhouse to host both motorcycles and bicycles, with an adjoining dry room for all of your gear. You can look forward to a locally sourced, delicious cooked breakfast by Irma to set you on your way, whether your day comprises of leisurely strolls or cycling in the Kerry mountains.

Languages spoken

German,English,Dutch

Property surroundings

House rules

The Happy Pig takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Happy Pig in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.