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Parknasilla Hotel Reopening 28th May 2008
 The name Parknasilla comes from the Irish, Pairc na Saileac, meaning the 'Field of the Willow Trees'. Today Parknasilla Hotel, Co Kerry, is one of Ireland's finest resort hotels, encompassing 500 acres of onsite facilities. Parknasilla has a rich heritage dating back to 1692, attracting such literary luminaries as George Bernard Shaw to its beautiful location. This Kerry hotel promises exceptional standards of service within plush surroundings and a warm Irish welcome for all guests. Guestrooms comprise of standard rooms, superior rooms and luxurious suites with views over the Kerry countryside.
 Guests can dine in style in one of Ireland’s finest epicurean centres, the exquisite 'Pygmalion Restaurant' or relax and unwind in one of the fine bars or sun drenched lounge areas, whilst enjoying the wonderful views. The 500-acre estate at Parknasilla Hotel, Co Kerry, has been used to provide guests with a wide range of on-site facilities. With its balmy sub tropical vegetation, mountainous backdrop and tranquil waters it is a magnificent setting for outdoor activities. Parknasilla is a true resort, offering miles of walks, tennis, a private golf course, archery and clay pigeon shooting. With a newly designed spa with large open windows overlooking the sea and plush landscape you will be truly lost in relaxation at Parknasilla Hotel.
PARKNASILLA ACCOMMODATION
 Up the sweeping staircase and past the stained glass window, another reminder of a bygone age, the bedrooms at Parknasilla Hotel, Co Kerry, are full of character, with classic dark wood furnishings and tall bay windows sprawling with views of sea and mountains.
There are 95 luxurious bedrooms and suites at Parknasilla Hotel, Co Kerry. All of the rooms have a wide range of guest facilities and have been carefully prepared for your visit by the dedicated team of award winning accommodation staff. The luxurious suites at Parknasilla are more spacious in size and offer king size beds with fresh soft linen.
 The famous Princess Grace suite overlooks the expanse of the ocean with a large private balcony where guests can soak up the magnificent sea-views. All of the guestrooms are designed with soft subtle colour schemes and luxurious surroundings offer guests an added opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquillity that epitomises Parknasilla.
 All Guest Room Facilities Include:
• Breath-taking views of the Kerry Mountains and leafy countryside from all rooms, with some overlooking the ocean
• Large, relaxing bathrooms
• Tea/coffee making facilities
• Multi-channel TV
• Radio
• Hairdryer
• Trouser press, iron (on request)
• Crisp white bed linen
• 18-hour room service
• Laundry & dry cleaning service
• Complimentary shoeshine
 RESTAURANT & BAR
Parknasilla Hotel, Co Kerry, is home to one of the finest dining experiences in Ireland, the Pygmalion Restaurant, an AA Rosette Award winner. The freshly and expertly prepared food is complemented by the warm surrounds of the Victorian dining room and the wide bay window overlooking the splendour of Kenmare Bay and the Kerry landscape. Breakfast beside in the restaurant is a true delight and a perfect start to the day. In the evenings the sophisticated menus always include fish fresh from the sea and the international wine list will please the most discerning guests.
Lunch: No formal lunch is available in the restaurant but an extensive lounge menu serving delicious hot and cold platters, hearty soups and light salads is available in the sun lounge from 12 noon to 6pm
Children under the age of 7 years are welcome to dine with adults up to 7.45pm.
Dinner: 7pm to 9pm Both table d’hote and a la Carte dinner menus are available Dress Code for dinner is smart casual.
Guests can enjoy an aperitif in The Doolittle Bar. The bar is beautifully finished with dark wood, crimson and green furnishings and a large log fire to create an intimate relaxing setting. Enjoy the views over the ocean from the adjoining terrace
 PARKNASILLA SPA
13 treatment rooms will house the very best in luxurious comfort – oversized treatment couches, individual large walk in showers, each room having its own specific featured interior design to ensure repeat guests will never tire of their sumptuous surroundings. A dedicated relaxation room with fully glazed windows allows guests to relax after their treatments while enjoying natural daylight and a landscaped aspect.
 Specialised spa treatments and products will be provided from treatment brands synonymous with the very best in 5 star spa’s globally and will cover all aspects from the most luxurious pampering treatments and essential oils to a specialised men’s range as well as results-driven treatments. The products will not be those commonly available to spa’s in the area ensuring that all spa guests to Parknasilla are offered ultimate diversity and choice within the highly reputed products they will be treated to.
 A large, open spa reception and dedicated retail area, separate pre-treatment waiting lounge, fully equipped luxurious male and female changing areas and a large leisure pool allow guests the perfect journey from the minute they enter the spa with specific aroma essences in every area to entice and treat all the five senses.
A dedicated manicure, pedicure and hair bar offer the perfect finishing touches for the spa guest and indeed the local residents.
Spa guests will be able to enjoy the ultimate heat experiences in an absolutely beautiful Thermal Spa incorporating an eclectic mix of wet and dry, warm, hot and cold cabins and equipments, all created individually for the Spa at Parknasilla by Thermal specialists Hydrotherm. The whole Thermal Spa faces a South Easterly aspect with full glazing to perfectly combine the inside space with the outside landscape. While all guests in this area can enjoy a breathtaking view of the outside, very specifically two different relaxation areas and the glazed wall herb sauna face directly to private woodlands, parkland, Kenmare Bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Two outdoor hot tubs compliment this offering, allowing guests both hydro and thermal experiences in one.
Location
Sneem
The Gaelic word for "knot" is Sneem. Today the town of Sneem is called "The Knot in the Ring" (of Kerry). The town is set at the head of the Sneem estuary between Kenmare and Waterville. It is uncertain exactly when the town was established, but it is referenced on a map dated 1756. Today Sneem is a peaceful and romantic little village offering visitors unspoiled nature, fishing and a sheltered harbour at Oysterbed Pier. The town won the National Tidy Towns Award in 1987 and the National Landscape Award in 1997.
Ring of Kerry:
This is one of the most popular activities in Kerry – a scenic drive of 110 miles of gorgeous coastal and mountain scenery, enveloping the towns of Killorglin, Glenbeigh, Caherciveen, Waterville, Sneem, Kenmare, and Killarney.
Killarney National Park, Muckross:
Within the National Park is Muckross House - a magnificent Victorian mansion and one of Ireland's leading stately homes, exquisite gardens and Muckross Traditional Farm, where three separate working farms depict real life farming traditions of rural Ireland.
Ladies View:
If you drive the Ring of Kerry you will enter the Killarney National Park at Ladies View. The most famous and photographed view of Killarney is to be seen at Ladies´ View approximately 11 miles from Killarney town, on the N71 to Kenmare.
Killarney Lakes:
All weather cruises on Lough Lain are available by covered watercoach daily from Ross Castle. Lough Lain, the Lake of Learning, derives its name from the abbey on Inisfallen that was a famous centre of education in mediaeval times. The island is one of the many sights you will see. The trip is accompanied by commentary on the history and folklore of the lakes.
Kenmare Heritage Centre:
The Heritage Centre has a Kenmare Lace exhibition, displays and information on famous visitors to Kenmare, the nun of Kenmare, historical sites, the effects of the famine and the landlords of Kenmare.
Derrynane House:
is the ancestral home of Daniel O’Connell, lawyer, politician and statesman. Situated on 120 hectares of parklands on the scenic Kerry coast, the House displays many relics of O’Connell’s life and career
The Skellig Experience, on Valencia Island:
This heritage centre tells the story of the Skellig rocks. There are four themes covered in the exhibition:- The history and archaeology of Skellig Michael's Early Christian monastery. - The sea birds who are such a part of the Skelligs, their habitat and their world wide travels. The lighthouses, which have given 161 years of service to mariners. The underwater Skellig, which has colour and magic equal to any sea in the world.
Staigue Fort in the Ring of Kerry:
The finest example of a stone ring fort in Ireland. It is almost circular in shape, is 5.49m high with a diameter of 27.76m and the walls are 40m thick. The Staigue Fort is well preserved.
Tralee:
Lying in the heart of Kerry, it has the coast, lakes and mountains of the Kingdom all within arm's reach. The town is the capital of the county and is a vibrant atmospheric community, home to the Roses, the internationally known Festival of Kerry. The architecture of the town reflects its history, which can be dated back to the 13th century when the town was founded.
Dingle Peninsula:
Peace and tranquillity are synonymous with the Dingle Peninsula. Life moves at an unhurried pace, but the local people are quick to offer you the opportunity to share their unique culture and heritage. An Daingean Dingle, a beautiful and charming fishing port, is the most westerly town in Europe and a most memorable destination. Gaily painted houses and busy streets lead you to the harbour, where you can meet Fungi, a playful bottle-nosed dolphin who cavorts for the enjoyment of everyone.
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