The Anvil Bar B&B - Castlemaine

$$$$||View on mapCastlemaine, IrelandBoolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland|
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The Anvil Bar B&B - Castlemaine
Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort8.8
Value for money8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families32%
Groups18%
Solo2%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort8.8
Value for money8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families32%
Groups18%
Solo2%

Family-run B&B with award-winning dining at the foothills of the Slieve Mish Mountains

Dining & Entertainment

The Anvil Bar's on-site restaurant holds an award for its use of fresh local ingredients, including Kerry Beef and Dingle Bay Seafood. The bar has open fires and offers regular live music from local musicians. Guests can select from vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options at breakfast, which includes full Irish and continental choices.

Accommodations

The Anvil Bar B&B offers newly renovated en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs, soundproofing, and air conditioning. Rooms provide garden or mountain views, and family rooms and triple rooms are available. The building has 30 stairs to upper rooms and no elevator.

Location & Outdoor Activities

The hotel sits at the foothills of the Slieve Mish Mountains, 15 minutes from Inch Beach and near the Dingle Peninsula. Guests have access to fishing, hiking, cycling, diving, horse riding, and golf at nearby courses. The property also has a children's playground and a games room.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The Anvil Bar B&B has a children's playground, board games, and a kid-friendly buffet with kids' meals. Family rooms accommodate groups of three or more, and baby equipment can be arranged. Breakfast is served from 9 to 10 a.m. only.

Guest Services

A shuttle service operates to Kerry and Shannon airports, with airport pickup and drop-off available. The property offers free parking, a tour desk, concierge service, and luggage storage. Pet bowls are provided for guests traveling with dogs.

  • Dining: Award-winning restaurant with Kerry Beef and Dingle Bay Seafood
  • Location: Foothills of the Slieve Mish Mountains, 15 min from Inch Beach
  • Rooms: Newly renovated en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs and soundproofing
  • Activities: Fishing, hiking, cycling, diving, horse riding, golf, children's playground
  • Services: Shuttle to Kerry and Shannon airports, free parking, tour desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-20:00
from 09:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 10.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
Former name
the anvil bar & restaurant
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Room size:

    240 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Triple Room
  • Room size:

    240 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Room size:

    240 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Anvil Bar B&B

💵 Lowest room price 117 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 10.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kerry, KIR

Location

Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland
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Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland
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