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food-drink · Wednesday 5 August 2026 · Various 
Randles Hotel Afternoon Tea
At Randles Hotel · Killarney, Co. Kerry
At Randles Hotel · Killarney, Co. Kerry
Afternoon tea at Randles Hotel is one of the more civilised ways to spend a few hours in Killarney. It suits anyone looking to mark a birthday, an anniversary, or a reunion - or simply someone who wants a proper sit-down treat on a Kerry holiday rather than another coffee shop sandwich. The hotel is a four-star property on Muckross Road, close to the centre of town and within easy reach of the National Park, and its drawing room has the kind of unhurried atmosphere that makes an afternoon stretch pleasantly.
The kitchen sends out a classic spread: warm scones with preserves and cream, finger sandwiches, small desserts and biscuits, all made in-house using locally sourced ingredients. Tea comes from Prince and Sons, a specialist supplier the hotel stocks exclusively, and each blend arrives with tasting notes so you can make an informed choice rather than just pointing at English Breakfast. On a fine day you can take your tea on the heated outdoor terrace with views across to the Tomie mountains; on the inevitable rainy afternoon there are open fires inside. The hotel can put together bespoke packages for private groups and celebrations, so it is worth contacting the events team if you are planning something specific - a baby shower, a hen party, a family gathering. Dietary requirements including gluten-free and vegan options can be accommodated; mention them when you book. You do not need to be a hotel guest to come for afternoon tea.
Killarney is well connected. By rail there are direct services from Cork (about 1 hour 20 minutes) and Dublin Heuston (about 3 hours), and the station is a short walk from the town centre. Bus Eireann routes link Killarney to Tralee, Cork, Limerick and further afield. By road it sits on the N22 from Cork and the N72 from the east. Randles Hotel is on Muckross Road (R562), roughly a 10-minute walk from the railway station. The hotel has on-site parking for guests and day visitors.
August is a busy month in Killarney - the National Park is at its best, Lough Leane is a short cycle away, and the town itself hums with traditional music most evenings. There is more to see in Killarney and across Co. Kerry.
Heading to Randles Hotel in Killarney? Kerry has plenty more to see. Read the Killarney area guide, find what else is on, and explore the towns and villages nearby.