Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland
#7 of 10 hotels in Castlemaine
Guests' ChoiceBased on 349 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 August 2025
Kevin
United StatesWalking distance to several food options. Very comfortable and clean. Great hosts.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Jeanette
United KingdomLovely room, great location for the ring of Kerry. Good breakfast. Good communication.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
John
IrelandNothing
Lovely staff, comfy bed, very clean, secure motorcycle parking at the rear. Great breakfast. Couple of minutes walk to two pubs.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Julie
United StatesGreat location to explore. Restaurants and pubs are within walking distance. Breakfast was delicious and room was very clean.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Louise
IrelandHaving to get up and check out.
This property was easy to find and check in was smooth and straight forward. I had been chatting with Mary prior to arriving and I found that I was given lots of useful information on the lead up to my stay which I found extremely helpful, especially as I am a solo traveller. The room I was in was perfect for me and what I was looking for, double bed and en suit, kettle facilities and a tv which I don’t normally use but took full advantage of. The bed was comfy and the shampoo and shower gel was brilliant as I didn’t think to bring these with me. Breakfast was delicious. A variety of hot made to order meals alongside cereals, fruit and juices to help yourself too. I had a full Irish breakfast and a coffee. All the staff I met along my stay were friendly, asking about my stay and informative when talking about the area and things to do. If I am ever in Dingle again I will be trying to stay here. Thanks ladies. Your home is lovely and welcoming.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Donna
United StatesI didn't realize that the cost of the breakfast wasn't included in the rate that I paid to Booking.com. Would have preferred paying this in advance and knowing that there was an extra charge for breakfast when I booked. However, the breakfast was lovely and I would definitely recommend it.
Our stay at the Murphy's Farmhouse B&B was really lovely. The staff was very nice and the breakfast was wonderful (although it was not included in the rate quoted by Booking.com) Very clean and comfortable. I was sad that we only stayed at this location for 1 night. I would definitely stay here again if I have the opportunity!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Irina
IrelandI like everything about Murphys Farmhouse B&B: a cozy, clean room, white bed linen and towels, a delicious breakfast served on exquisite dishes, and attention to every guest. I definitely come back. I recommend.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Kevin
United KingdomNothing
Friendly staff, room was clean and comfortable, great location, short walk to the local pub which served fabulous food. The breakfast in Murphys is fantastic.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Mattia
ItalyAmazing place, if you're doing a road trip to Dingle/Kerry that's one of the best option you have to sleep. The owners are super friendly and they have good few options for the breakfast menu.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Margaret
United StatesToilet seat loose
Nice location and staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Jan
United KingdomThe room was very warm - probably heatwaves are unusual
Great choice of cooked breakfast Can walk to choice of local pubs
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Joyce
United StatesWater pressure wasn't great, but not so problematic that it interfered with our enjoyment of the location.
The staff was wonderfully friendly. Our room was comfortable, and the location allowed us to see both the Dingle Peninsula and visit pubs in Killarney.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Peter
United KingdomNo comment good I’d recommend
Good location good pub nearby
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Brian
IrelandNothing I didn't like
The guest house was very comfortable in general.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Liam
IrelandThere was nothing that I was not happy with
It was fine for my purpose.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 July 2025
Joanna
United StatesThe only thing I wish the room had was a bottle of water for the kettle.
The bed was wonderful—so comfortable. My room felt very clean, and the common areas were very elegant. Mary was also very nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 July 2025
R
IrelandHighly recommend.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Nina
GermanyBecause there was no window in the bathroom, it was a little bit hard to get damp out of the bathroom.
The hosts were really friendly and nice. The room had everything I needed, also tea and coffee and it was very bright and clean. Breakfast was great with different freshly prepared opportunities. Good starting point for Inch Beach and also Killarney.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Mark
United StatesThe WiFi didn't extend throughout the property although it was available in the common rooms. A simple WiFi extender would address the issue.
Breakfast in the morning was as pleasant as could be. The staff were more than welcoming, the food was simple, ample, and tasty, perfect for an early morning. And they couldn't have been more helpful in helping to arrange transportation, even driving me one town over to catch a more convenient bus schedule.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Longley
AustraliaWe could not fault it
It was well signed so very easy to find. Extremely friendly and well run accommodation, with a sunny bedroom and good bathroom and lovely Irish breakfast.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 18 June 2025
Claire
United KingdomLovely location, friendly staff and relaxing environment
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Livingston
United StatesLovely people and stay.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Matthew
United KingdomWhen we arrived we didn’t receive a very warm welcome and made to feel we were in the wrong place. The staff at breakfast were great and couldn’t do enough for us with coffee refills and extra rounds of toast.
Great location being two minutes walk from both bars serving food and excellent Guinness.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 14 June 2025
Alex
GermanyExcellent breakfast Very friendly hosts
Stayed in June 2025
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