Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
8.71,515Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at Knightstown.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Historic Charm and Island Adventure The 18th-century Royal Valentia Hotel offers a charming bed and breakfast experience on Valentia Island, boasting stunning views and easy access to the Skellig Islands.
Comfortable Accommodation and Leisure Enjoy spacious rooms with picturesque island views, equipped with modern amenities. Indulge in the large breakfast area, games room, and a restaurant serving delicious meals.
Convenient Location and Local Excursions With free Wi-Fi and parking, the hotel is a short walk from Knightstown. Explore water-sports, diving sites, and local dining options, immersing yourself in the island's rich offerings.
Experience the allure of Valentia Island at Royal Valentia Hotel - Book your stay now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
Rooms
8.7
Fabulous
Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 1,515 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.5
- Service9.0
- Location9.0
- Rooms8.0
- Amenities8.5
- Value8.5
- Food & drink9.0
Guests mention
Great serviceBeautiful locationGood food
KathleenIELocation , rooms , hotel and food exceptional all 5 stars
AliAustraliaSuch a convenient location to ferry if you’re on a road trip. Location is beautiful and the island of Valentia is a jewe
Location, breakfast , staff.
Nothing
AusraIEGood location, good price, nice restaurant
Lovely vibe in this hotel, nice restaurant and location - just beside ferry.
No view through the window in our room as there was a little fence covering something. For one night it was fine, we didn’t mind, but if we…
benoitFranceL'emplacement est vraiment fabuleux, juste en face de l'arrivée des ferrys. Le restaurant est bien et les petits déjeuners copieux avec vue sur le port.
barbaraIEGreat location for Valentia. Poor value for money
location. dinner in the evening. live music.
poor value for money. very poor breakfast buffet. service standard very ad hoc. small 'deluxe' room
AnnIEReturn visit
Spectacular views.. Large comfortable modern 4 poster bed & lovely furnishings throughout hotel.. Nice relaxed atmosphere.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Knightstown, Valentia Island
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Royal Valentia Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Royal Valentia Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Royal Valentia Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Royal Valentia Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Royal Valentia Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Royal Valentia Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Royal Valentia Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Royal Valentia Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Royal Valentia Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Royal Valentia Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Royal Valentia Hotel?
Knightstown, Valentia Island.
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