The Happy Pig, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Kenmare, 30 km from INEC, 31 km from Carrantuohill Mountain, as well as 33 km from St Mary's Cathedral. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 30 km from Muckross Abbey. The guest house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, the units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units feature a terrace and/or a patio with mountain views. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the guest house. As an added convenience, The Happy Pig offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go cycling nearby. Kenmare Golf Club is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club is 5.6 km away. The nearest airport is Kerry Airport, 48 km from The Happy Pig.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kenmare, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kenmare
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Petrina
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful guest house. The rooms are very comfortable and well appointed and there was a cosy sitting room for guests to use. Tea & cake on arrival, delicious breakfast and lots of advice on local sights & experiences.
  • Alison
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The property was easy to find with great off street parking. Our hostess greeted us warmly with an offer of tea and pie in the cosy guest lounge! The room was beautifully presented, breakfast was superb and the whole experience could not have been...
  • Danika
    Canada Canada
    We were immediately thrilled with The Happy Pig upon pulling up. Excellent property, rooms, location, service, and breakfast. It was a very easy and scenic walk into Kenmare and we were given many suggestions for dinner and for our travels the...
  • Jussi
    Finland Finland
    The staff and the lovely dog (owner of the place). Theme and styling.
  • Kerrie
    Australia Australia
    The host Irma was fantastic: caring for us when we were unwell from food poisoning contracted elsewhere. The breakfasts were the freshest and best prepared of any place we stayed in Ireland. The cosy guest lounge with log fire was very inviting...
  • Kathleen
    United States United States
    Room as large, clean and comfortable. Earma was a great host and made us a wonderful breakfast! Fun and easy walk to town with plenty of pubs and restaurants.
  • Klubi
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was amazing, the staff and owner were phenomenal
  • Aoife
    Ireland Ireland
    Gorgeous B&B - breakfast was incredible. Location is a very short walk into town. House and rooms are decorated so beautifully. The proprietor was so so lovely and happy to share recommendations. Couldn't recommend more.
  • Marcia
    Canada Canada
    Wow!! I stayed at The Happy Pig for one night as I hiked The Kerry Way. It was fabulous. My room overlooked the back garden and gorgeous Irish landscape in the distance. The room and bed were VERY comfortable and just what I needed after a long...
  • Lynne
    Australia Australia
    Have been travelling in Ireland for 2 weeks, this is the BEST accommodation we have had, Bed super comfy, good size room and bathroom , breakfast was to die for. It was like ordering in a cafe. Nothing was a bother to the host she was amazing, a...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property questions and answers
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  • What is closest airport

    Kerry Airport is the closest, its about an hour drive from the guesthouse and Cork airport is 1.5 hours drive.
    Answered on 3 December 2019
  • Where is parking locally

    We provide free and secure parking at our premises for all our guests, we also have a purposely built shed for motor bikes and bicycles with adjoining..
    Answered on 27 June 2021
  • Hi, do you have any ground floor ensuite with shower available Oct. 9-11? Thanks.

    We have a double room available for Oct. 9-11, but on the first floor. All our rooms are en suite with shower.
    Answered on 18 July 2023
  • Hi is this available at the moment ? Are there restaurants doing takeaway food for dinner or how is that working?

    Hello, we have plenty of take away restaurants here in kenmare, Chinese, Pizza, fish and chips. And many more.
    Answered on 27 April 2021
  • Hello can’t wait to stay on July 15- 17…if a room with a queen becomes available can you please reassign us. We took 2 twins bc you home is so beautif

    We will make a note if there is a cancellation so far there is no double room available at this time. looking forward welcoming you soon. kind regards Irma
    Answered on 10 July 2023
  • is it possible to get a late check out time please? we have a wedding on the 17th and it's on at 2.30 so we would appreciate a late check out, thanks

    We usually allow the latest check out at 12 o clock, as we have to get the rooms ready for the next guests. If you would like you can stay in our gues..
    Answered on 31 December 2023
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Managed by The Happy Pig

Company review score: 9.9Based on 535 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Please note, we can not guarantee that we will be at the premises between 13:00 and 16:00. You are welcome to park your car in our car park and take a stroll into town or relax on our terrace at the back of The Happy Pig.

Property information

The Happy Pig is a beautifully appointed unique Guesthouse in Kenmare, on the Ring of Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way. Six individually styled and decorated bedrooms with spacious en suite bathrooms, luxurious bed linen, toiletries, stunning mountain and garden views. Handpicked antique furniture and art throughout the house, a cosy sitting room with a library, a sunny patio to enjoy a glass of wine while enjoying the views and sounds of the surrounding countryside and gardens. We are the only guesthouse in the area to provide a secure and sheltered outhouse to host both motorcycles and bicycles, with an adjoining dry room for all of your gear. You can look forward to a locally sourced, delicious cooked breakfast by Irma to set you on your way, whether your day comprises of leisurely strolls or cycling in the Kerry mountains.

Languages spoken

German,English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Happy Pig
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules
The Happy Pig takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Happy Pig in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Happy Pig

  • The prices at The Happy Pig may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Happy Pig is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at The Happy Pig can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
  • Room options at The Happy Pig include:

    • Double
    • Twin
  • The Happy Pig is 1,000 yards from the centre of Kenmare. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Happy Pig offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Temporary art galleries