Shopping Guide: The Gardens
The Gardens B&B - Your Shopping Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Prime Location: You'll find this B&B incredibly well-situated. It's a short walk (5-10 minutes) to Killarney town center, making it easy to access restaurants, shops, and attractions. The train and bus station are also within a 10-minute walk.
- Hidden Gem Experience: The location offers a quiet retreat despite its central location. The B&B is set back from the main road, providing a peaceful atmosphere.
- Welcoming Atmosphere: Shoppers can expect exceptionally friendly and accommodating staff. They are known for providing helpful information about local restaurants and attractions. You might encounter staff who are willing to assist even after check-in hours.
- Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms are generally considered comfortable, with clean bathrooms. Some rooms feature private entrances and access to the garden. You can expect to find comfortable beds.
- Delicious Breakfast: You'll enjoy a hearty breakfast. The B&B offers a full Irish breakfast with made-to-order options like eggs, sausage, bacon, and more. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are also available.
- Convenient Amenities: The location provides ample parking. Some rooms have direct access to the garden, which is a nice feature.
- Great Value: The prices are lower than many other hotels, while offering many amenities.
- Cleanliness: Rooms and bathrooms are consistently described as clean and well-maintained.
- Long-Stay Friendly: Suitable for longer stays, as many visitors have been repeat customers, enjoying their stay and amenities available.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Room Characteristics: Be aware that the rooms can be older, though generally comfortable. The bathrooms can be small, with potentially small sinks.
- Soundproofing: While the location is quiet, the walls in some rooms are thin, which could lead to noise from other guests.
- Breakfast Variety: While the cooked breakfast is generally loved, the breakfast buffet has been described as basic.
- Entrance Location: The entrance is down a long driveway. Be sure you don't miss the sign!
- Bed Preferences: Some guests have found the beds to be a bit soft. This is a subjective observation.
