Name: The Anvil Bar B&B
Address: Boolteens, Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland, Boolteens, County Kerry, Ireland
Rating: 9.1

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

Based on 270 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

2%

Couple

35%

Family

32%

Group

23%

Solo

6%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

The Anvil Bar B&B offers welcoming hospitality led by Liz, with a lively on-site pub, and serves as a convenient base for Dingle, Inch Beach, and the Ring of Kerry, according to many recent guests.

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8

Wendy

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was comfortable, the people were great and the food was good. We enjoyed it.

10

Patty

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful and the food was good.

10

Frances

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay at a location best for two nights to visit both the Dingle peninsula and the ring of Kerry. Nice lively restaurant with locals on a Saturday night

10

Dominic

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wow, Thanks Elizabeth, you provided each guest just what they needed in a thoughtful, caring way. That is amazing when running the pub, with the colourful regulars, and blow ins from all corners of the world. You provided the very best of Irish hospitality in a gem of a place. Thanks for being so generous with your time and guiding our local travels. What a terrific family you are. I wish we could bring you home with us! Warm regards, Dom and Julie from down under.

2

Iain

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was not very welcoming or informative. We weren't told about how to get in during bar closing times with a key in a Lockbox. Breakfast is only served between 9 & 10am with No Flexibility. We were offered a sandwich to take away instead, which looked disgusting so didn't eat it. Also, we stayed 2 nights and on the 2nd day we returned to the property at noon (the bar was closed) so we couldn't get in, it was all locked up. The entrance door for the accommodation is different to the one to the bar. Only by chance we saw someone inside and knocked on the window. She said you can't check in until 4pm, but after explaining we'd check in the previous day, she let us in, but with no apology. When we explained this to the manager the next day, he asked : didn't anyone give us the Lockbox Number ? After we said no, he shrugged his shoulders with no apology. Our room was average at best, and the mattress was very uncomfortable. Would not recommend.

Boolteens, Boolteens, Castlemaine, Ireland

Location

With a stay at The Anvil Bar & Restaurant in Castlemaine, you'll be 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from St. John's Parish and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Aqua Dome. This family-friendly bed & breakfast is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Kerry County Museum and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Caragh Lake.

Ardcanaght Stones(1.4 miles)

Dhu Varren Garden(5.5 miles)

Killorglin Golf Club(7.2 miles)

The Basement Museum(8.7 miles)

Killorglin Sports & Leisure Centre(9 miles)

Ballykissane Pier(9.8 miles)

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Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 16:00 to 20:00

Before 11:00

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FAQs

Parking is available on-site and is free of charge. However, it is limited, so early arrival is recommended.

A cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 7.50 per person.

Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.

Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a fee of EUR 50 per vehicle for a round trip. Guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

The property is located in Castlemaine, approximately 12.2 miles (19.7 km) from St. John's Parish and 12.4 miles (19.9 km) from Aqua Dome. Nearby attractions include Ardcanaght Stones (2.2 km) and Killorglin Golf Club (11.5 km).

Children are welcome at the property. There is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 20 per night. Guests must contact the property in advance to request cribs or rollaway beds, as availability is not guaranteed.

The Anvil Bar B&B

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