Dunloe Upper

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I loved the place. Despite its popularity and horse drawn tourist carts it has atmosphere. There's an attractive bleakness about it that was like a magnet for us.
I loved the place. Despite its popularity and horse drawn tourist carts it has atmosphere. There's an attractive bleakness about it that was like a magnet for us.
There are several stone bridges along the way that tourists can't get enough of, The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow mountain pass forged between the MacGillycuddy Reeks and Purple Mountain by glacial flows. The river running through the gap is the river Loe from where the Gap gets its name. The Gap begins at Kate Kearney's Cottage. The road, narrow in many places, winds through the pass and descends into The Black Valley passing five lakes, Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake and Black Lough. Within easy walking distance from Kate Kearney's cottage is a picturesque old bridge known as the 'Wishing Bridge'. It is said that wishes made here really do come true! The Gap is approximately 11 km from north to south. You can hire a jaunting car (horse drawn wagon) to travel through the Pass and take a boat back to Killarney from Lord Brandon's cottage at the other end.
The gap of Donloe is one of the best hidden secrets in Ireland. The road passes through some beautiful scenes and Ireland's highest mountains. The narrow roads make it almost impossible for two way pass through keeping the crowds away. The best way is to drive tiny car or take a horse carriage ride. #trovember #hiddengems #kerry #ireland
Amazing hike with plenty of places to take a photograph
Silver Birch House

Silver Birch House

3.5 out of 5
Dunloe Upper County Kerry
The price is AED 1,684 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 1,684
AED 1,911 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Dunloe Upper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Gap of Dunloe are located ...
We had a great stay, the house was a perfect base to cycle the gap. Definitely use the directions from the host, not from Expedia.

Reviewed on 16 September 2024

Silver Birch House
The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4 out of 5
On The Lake Shore Killarney Kerry
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service

Reviewed on 4 December 2025

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The Lake Hotel Killarney
Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Kenmare Square Killarney Kerry
The price is AED 546 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
AED 546
AED 619 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (872 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, spotless rooms with everything you’d need. Walkable to shops, bars and restaurants. Perfect central location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend and definitely will stay here again

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
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Silver Birch House

Silver Birch House

3.5 out of 5
Dunloe Upper County Kerry
Stay at this cottage in Dunloe Upper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Gap of Dunloe are located ...
We had a great stay, the house was a perfect base to cycle the gap. Definitely use the directions from the host, not from Expedia.

Reviewed on 16 September 2024

Silver Birch House
Park Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments

4 out of 5
High Street Killarney Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 January 2026

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The Reserve at Muckross

The Reserve at Muckross

4 out of 5
Muckross Road Killarney Kerry
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews)
The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

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Gap of Dunloe which includes a bridge, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

Gap of Dunloe

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Gap of Dunloe

Dunloe Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunloe Upper at Dunloe Golf Course. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Dunloe Golf Course