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The James Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel with free WiFi

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A hotel with a stone facade and a sign that reads 'The James Hotel.'
A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a television, and a coffee maker.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a landing with a skylight.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and ottoman, a television, and a view of the cityscape.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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42-45 Bridge St, Tralee, Kerry, V92 YT98
  • Place, Tralee Town Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. John's Parish
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aqua Dome
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Quadruple Room, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and ottoman, a television, and a view of the cityscape.

Presidential Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Tralee

In shopping district.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Georgian House Visitor Centre and Bin Ban Gallery. Wellspring Gallery and Glouageentha are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Tralee Town Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tralee Bay Wetlands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kerry County Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. John's Parish - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aqua Dome - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 10 min walk
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kirbys Brogue Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack Mac's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkgate Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cassidy's Restaurant Tralee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The James Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the family-friendly The James Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tralee hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The James Hotel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. This Tralee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, printers, and phones. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Visa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 9.00 for children

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The James Hotel to the airport?

The James Hotel is 12.7 mi (21-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 James Hotel?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The James Hotel on Nov 19, 2026 start from CA $221, 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 James Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The James Hotel.

How close is The James Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (13-min drive) from Fenit Beach and 8 mi (25-min drive) from Banna Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The James Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The James Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 9.00 for children.

Is there a casino at The James Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The James Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The James Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The James Hotel have a pool?

The James Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The James Hotel have a restaurant?

The James Hotel is home to Bridge Lane, which features brunch.

Does The James Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The James Hotel to downtown Tralee?

The James Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Tralee.

The James Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel for exploring Tralee and the Dingle peninsula! Terrific staff, wonderful breakfast, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had Aircon so it was amazing after a week of hot weather
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very wonderful location and beautiful hotel. The card key access locations straight off the elevator (also card key access) felt secure but a little inconvenient. The room was clean, the beds were some of the comfiest I've slept in, and the AC worked well. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic stay. Centrally located in town. The front desk lady was lovely and always cheerful and full of ideas. The room was clean and bright. Wonderful to have a walk-in shower and Barry’s tea. We would definitely stay again. No parking but our front desk lady was helpful on where to park and the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay and we had an amazing full Irish Breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a brand new hotel, a renovation of an older building, with a nice pub/restaurant downstairs. The live music late in the evening right below me wasn’t too obtrusive, but you might request a second or third floor room if you’re a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town. Parking was an issue.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful hotel

Wonderful, modern hotel with plenty of comfort and style and easy access to all that Tralee has to offer. Eimear was wonderful before and during our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live music at the bar. Location was convenient to shopping and shows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No available parking nearby
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very clean and lovely hotel with a lovely breakfast as well. Absolutely amazing price, this was the nicest place I stayed in Ireland and it was one of the most affordable too. All the staff were absolute sweethearts. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk lady was so friendly and welcoming and our room was a “family room”. Plenty of room and comfortable setting. The restaurant was lovely and delicious. The area around was walking friendly and had restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy room but only street parking and when we were there dining was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most comfortable bed I have ever slept on in a hotel!!!! Wonderful staff and property. New and modern set amongst the downtown pubs cafes and shops. Spent town nights here while exporting Kerry county. 5 star recommendations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Where to stay in Tralee

The hotel was modern and chic. The lighting was brilliant, the beds super comfy and the heating/AC was very quiet in operation. There were both coffee and tea making facilities and no shortage of USB power supply outlets. Excellent staff at reception.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We lived this small (26 rooms?) hotel with 2 restaurants and pub attached. Steps away from several other pubs and restaurants and shopping district. East in and out of Tralee. Grand view of the main avenue of the city and mist shrouded mtns in the distance. Wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room could have used an update. There was an obvious burn mark on carpet from an apparent curling iron from a previous guest. The fold out sofa was tired and well worn. I would not have slept on it. Also, the sofa was placed in from of the radiator/heat source. I think this could be a fire hazard. May want to rethink the furniture placement. The toilet would intermittently run. Staff alerted to toilet issue at check out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location but not sure i would stay again

I am more used to having a manned reception. There was only 1 person and unfortunately although they were very good, they had other things to do too. This meant there was no one there to assist. I was assigned the wrong room and was put in what's called a pod room. In fairness they offered to change it but i had settled in already and felt it shouldn't have happened in the first place. Looked for an ironing board which the receptionist brought to my room. Plug was broke and i got a shock off the plug.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Modern hotel, quiet room generally clean, needed a bit more attention to detail on cleaning. No breakfast and ddood in the evening only at weekends. No parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is attentive and helpful. Location is great to access Ring of Kerry or other various locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Unfreundlich

Der Empfang im Hotel war leider sehr unfreundlich, was den ersten Eindruck deutlich getrübt hat. Unser Zimmer war sehr klein, jedoch sauber und zweckmässig eingerichtet. Das Hotel ist noch ganz neu, was man an der modernen Ausstattung merkt. Parkmöglichkeiten gibt es in der Nähe, allerdings nicht direkt am Hotel. Positiv hervorzuheben ist die TV-Auswahl – inklusive Netflix – was wir als angenehm empfunden haben. Das Frühstück haben wir nicht genutzt und können es daher nicht beurteilen. Insgesamt ein funktionales Hotel, das seinen Zweck erfüllt, für uns aber aufgrund der Freundlichkeit beim Empfang und der sehr kleinen Zimmer nicht die erste Wahl wäre.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aufenthalt war super!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saubere moderne Zimmer, sehr freundliches Personal und eine Bar mit Live-Musik am Wochenende lädt dazu ein, die schönen Seiten der Insel zu erkunden. Mitten im Zentrum von Tralee kann alles fußläufig erreicht werden.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026