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Junior Suite Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 2) | View from room
Daily full breakfast for a fee
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Listowel Road, Ballybunion, Kerry, County Ker
  • Place, Beal Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ladies Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballybunion Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 4)

Treble Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 3) | View from room

Mini Family Room Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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7 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds

Deluxe Double Room Ensuite with Bath Garden View (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 2)

Junior Suite Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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7 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds

Junior Suite Ensuite with Bath Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room Ensuite with Shower Sea View (Golf Course view - Room 6)

Deluxe Double Room Ensuite with Shower Sea View (Golf Course view - Room 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room Ensuite with Shower Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 7)

Deluxe Double Room Ensuite with Shower Sea View (Golf Course View - Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Ballybunion

Seaside stay .You'll find Beal Castle and Ladies Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Ballybunion Castle and Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Beal Castle - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ladies Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ballybunion Castle - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Men's Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 29 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marine Café & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kilcooly's Countryhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Thatch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anne's Vintage tea rooms - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Baking Wave Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Tides B&B

Luxurious 5-star B&B with private beach
A private beach is featured. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. There's an onsite business center. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Tides B&B. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Ballybunion bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
The Tides B&B offers 7 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 5-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with refrigerators and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballybunion bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 160 per vehicle

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Tides Guesthouse

Tides Guesthouse Ballybunion

Tides Guesthouse House

Tides Guesthouse House Ballybunion

Tides B&B Ballybunion

Tides B&B

Tides Ballybunion

The Tides B&B Ballybunion

The Tides B&B Bed & breakfast

The Tides B&B Bed & breakfast Ballybunion

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Tides B&B to the airport?

The Tides B&B is 30.9 mi (45-min drive) away from the Killarney (KIR-Kerry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tides B&B?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tides B&B on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $312, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Tides B&B have an airport shuttle?

The Tides B&B offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 160 per vehicle.

How close is The Tides B&B to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Men's Beach and 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Tides B&B offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Tides B&B, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Tides B&B?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Tides B&B?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Tides B&B?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Tides B&B have a pool?

The Tides B&B does not have a pool.

Does The Tides B&B have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Tides B&B to downtown Ballybunion?

The Tides B&B is 1 mi away from Ballybunion.

The Tides B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 180 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were great and David was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and a quiet nights sleep Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful experience at the Tides. Great accommodations, comfortable beds, and terrific staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proprietor was so nice and helpful. He gave great advice on local activities nearby. We loved our stay and wished would could have stayed longer. The breakfast was wonderful, the atrium was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot great breakie and even better banter with a local fireman!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class property with excellent rooms and breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

XAVIER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful owner. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kailyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!! Will recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and very clean.

We stayed for 3 nights and were very well looked after. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. David and Doreen did everything they could to make us feel welcome. A most enjoyable stay and we would recommend very highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay at the Tides. Extremely comfortable pillows and bed. Delicious hot breakfast and wonderful hospitality from our host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay at in Ballybunion. Dave is super nice and has all the information you need to navigate around town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with excellent hosts and a delicious breakfast. Very accommodating and helpful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a short but very lovely stay at the Ashe Hotel. The staff is super friendly and make me feel welcome the moment I step into the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners went out of their way to order and pickup a birthday cake for my husband and have it waiting in our room when we arrived. They are extremely pleasant and accommodating!We loved our room as well!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TJ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very personalized service. Great recommendations for things to do in the area. Would highly recommend supporting a small local business like The Tides!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was amazing. After going around Ireland and visiting Northern Ireland for 8 days, this was our favorite stay. I would highly recommend booking at least a night or two here. Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb excellent service and facilities. Immaculately clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the best ever👍David was an excellent host. He was very helpful. I will absolutely come back to this place. Marita Friman Sweden
Stayed 1 night in May 2025