This was a very nice little Hostel. I have stayed here twice over the past few years in my travels…read moreto Ireland, and both times it was a pleasurable experience. The view off of the upper balcony, looking towards Ballycarbery Castle across the canal as the fog rolls in off the ocean, is amazing. On my first stay, we came in very late at night after a long day of exploring, it was pouring rain, and we were very very tired. The nice elderly couple (Owners) took us in and made sure we had everything we needed. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, and the hospitality was very nice! Across the street from Sive is a little gas station that has a wide variety of snacks and food such as freshly made pizzas and sandwiches. There are also many ancient Ring Forts in the area to explore, along with many other historical structures. I definitely recommend Sive Hostel for a good nights rest during your adventures!

Had THE best time. We were here for a family wedding and chose the Sive for six of us to stay. This…read morewas my first experience of a hostel and I found it combined the best features of a hotel and b&b. The privacy and accessibility of a hotel and the personal service of a b&b. The rooms were very comfortable and very clean and well decorated. The hostel is centrally located on the Main Street of the town. Stayed August 2016, travelled with family

Amazing place, the heart of Valentia! Right on the harbour. Rooms are done tastefully, very…read moreclean and well maintained. Also have hostel rooms available which are very well presented! Bar offers food which is to restaurant standards. Loads to choose from all which is very tasty! Also bar food and sandwiches. Different events throughout the year, halloween parties, festivals, Santa visit, Christmas parties, music nights, quiz nights, bands etc. Pool Table down the back. The staff are lovely, very helpful and friendly and great for advise on what to see and happenings on the area. During warmer months April-Oct car ferry, leaves you out side!

While we didn't stay here, we DID enjoy the best seafood chowder in Ireland during our (all too…read morebrief) visit. Pop in for a relaxing pint, and a delicious meal, while letting the parade of buses going the opposite way on the Ring of Kerry pass you by. The fish and chips were not only delicious, the servings were massive! Ask about the daily joint as well. When you're finished, drive onto the ferry for a short ride to the mainland.

I was a big fan of this place- the grounds are magical, with a splendid setting right on the…read moreAtlantic ocean on 500 acres. They have 3 pools, a nice spa with free steam rooms and gym, ocean access (though bring a wet suit!), and two restaurants. I thought service was excellent, and the food in the restaurants was very good. They have a family room (king plus two twins) which was very reasonable and a great option for families. There's lots to do- a game room, tennis courts, walking trails, murder mystery, etc. We really enjoyed our stay, and it was the kid's favorite place in Ireland. Be aware though that the resort is historic, which some would perceive as dated. It's also off the beaten path, with most other dining options some drive away so plan on eating at the hotel a lot. My only other gripe would be that you have to make reservations for the pool, which is kind of a hassle.

Upsides: great location and facilities & grounds. Nice and very accommodating staff. Many guests…read morewere Irish families which added to the charm. Downsides: it's quite isolated so you can't walk to a local restaurant, pub, cafe etc. Also the majority of the restaurant and bar staff have a very loose grip on English and seem quite ill I formed about the food and drinks like where did the fish come from or what's a good local whiskey. The food itself was also pretty mediocre

An amazing place to stay. We visited for 4 nights while exploring the Dingle peninsula. Staff are…read morefabulous. Breakfast very good with a variety of fresh options. Our roommate - the junior suite over looked Dingle Bay and we watched tide roll in and out, the pedestrian hikers and even a horse and rider swimming the bay daily! Very convenient to town just a 5 minute walk. Wound definitely stay here again.

Perfect!! It's an overused word, but it fits for our stay at the Castlewood House. The food was…read moreperfect, the rooms were nicely decorated and clean and the staff were friendly. I don't know how they could have improved on our experience. Sad to leave. Would give them a 10 if I could.

This was a great place to stop for a snack along the Ring of Kerry…read more They had tasty warm soup, which was great since the day was a little cool. It is interesting to note that in pretty much all of the region they purée their soups. So the soup of the day was vegetable and we thought it would have big chunks of veggies, but it was completely puréed. I also ordered soup in another restaurant, a potato leek soup and it was also puréed. Thinking I'd get to eat some yummy chunks of potatoes in Ireland In the soup I ordered it but no chunks. I even asked the waiter and he said it was pretty standard for the region to purée all of their soups. The service was fair but good for Ireland. Just know that servers generally don't get very big tips so the service is not as quick as you expect in American restaurants. If you need something, do not wait for them to continue to stop by your table, just flag them down or go directly to them for help. The menu is pretty limited but it was great for road food and a decent price as well. It was brightly lit and easy to park right in front so a good stopping place along your journey. There may be a better restaurants along the way but it was dark by the time we hit this one and it was a welcome treat.

We are staying at Dingle Benner's hotel for three nights. It is very unique and historic. Location…read morecannot be beat for being in the heart of Dingle Town. The bar is excellent with a good wine selection, a good Dingle gin selection, and local beers. Good mixologists as well. The food is excellent! We have eaten in the bar twice and been delighted with our selections. The room that we are staying in has been remodeled very recently and is very currently decorated and large, especially for a European hotel. We are very pleased! I highly recommend this hotel and wood stay here again without hesitation.

The restaurant and food are exceptional! My group and I had the Pistachio and Salmon starter and…read morethey both were incredible, with the Pistachio, outstanding! The Seafood Chowder and Lamb Shoulder were over-the-top good, cooked to perfection, tender, and unique! The Sea-bass was tender and excellent! The Lamb Shepherd's Pie was not too grainy, even for someone who usually can't eat much lamb because of a mild allergy, and the lamb was very tender! The lamb was smothered with delicious mashed potatoes and vegetables, and the vegetables tasted garden-fresh and were cooked to perfection! The servers were so warm and kind!

I would definitely stay at this lovely hotel again! I recommend that you make this hotel your…read morechoice too! The hospitality, well-appointed, clean rooms, friendly staff, and dining really wowed me! We certainly enjoyed premium, delicious meals for both breakfast and dinner served be the most professional staff. You'll enjoy breathtaking views, relaxing lounges, multiple dining options, plus an added bonus is that this hotel is located within walking distance to nearby pubs and stores in Dingle! What a wonderful hotel!

No hot water. How can this be? We stayed here two days. On the first morning, the water for the…read moreshower was warm but not hot. On the second day, the shower water wasn't even warm. We called the front desk and they suggested that we go use the showers close to the spa because they were closer to the boiler room. As if that wasn't at all inconvenient. A hotel that can't even supply hot water to its guests shouldn't be in business. The rest of the hotel is great - clean rooms, good food, good service, good location. But they failed miserably for the one major necessity.

Clean room with functional window and TV as well as a double and two single beds for our party of 4…read morethat included laddie and grandma. Bathroom was fine, if in need of a little TLC. Reception staff was adequate, though not warm and fuzzy. Manageable 10 min. walk down the driveway hill and main street into Dingle. The hill may be long and steep for those with difficulty walking or who are in a wheelchair. Private parking for guests. We went in April and were rather put off by the overwhelming smell of the neighboring fishery. It is powerful and sure lets you know you're back at the hote driveway! However, the smell did not permeate the lobby or our room, so as long as you know that you can overlook the temporary breath-holding as you go by. Good location for the Dingle Loop Drive. We did not opt for any food at the hotel. Overall, it was a decent location, decent room, decent price, and a good bargain hotel.

This is a 4.5 star for me. I booked a hostel room here (yes, they're a hostel too) and was…read moresurprisingly upgraded to a private room. Even the extra days I started beyond my reservation were booked at the hostel rate for the room to myself. A huge, heartfelt thanks! The room was cleaned daily, fresh water, biscuits, tea added. WiFi wad solid. Staff were friendly, chatty and helpful beyond belief. The view is stunning, it's just outside of town(so very quiet), although like most weekend nights it got a but noisy one everyone came back from drinking. To be expected in Ireland. My only negatives: the bed was an old spring coil that left my back sore, and you have to lock the door behind you with the key (not a big deal, just noisy and difficult to manage even sober). I'd come back here in a heartbeat.

Wow! Truly spectacular food and accommodations!!! We stayed for five days and had dinner there…read moretwice, wish we had eaten there every night! Try their prawn appetizer, amazing! Steaks were fantastic and their fish is off the charts (owner knows all the fishermen and gets fresh fish from the docks). End your meal with a sticky toffee dessert... We played Hog's Head and Waterville and toured Skellig's island while in town. Best restaurant in the area. Can't wait to get back.

My husband and I stayed at this wonderful quant inn The owner Kate could not have been more…read moreaccommodating as is the entire staff The restaurant is superb had dinner there two nights If you are every in Cahersiveen Ireland which is on The Ring of Kerry I would recommend staying here or at the very least have dinner here