Our pick
Holiday Home Waterville
Waterville, IE
★ 4-star9.5/1041 reviews
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from original
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The Smugglers Inn vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
9.3Rooms are spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable according to various reviews.
Cleanliness
9.4Reviews indicate the house was exceptionally clean and well-prepared.
Location
9.4The house is close to town, making it convenient for guests.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
Waterville, IE
★ 4-star8.9/1014 reviews
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from original
Our pick
Holiday Home Waterville
Waterville, IE
★ 4-star9.5/1041 reviews
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Holiday Home Waterville9.3
The Smugglers Inn8.1
Cleanliness
Holiday Home Waterville9.4
Butler Arms Hotel8.3
Service
Holiday Home Waterville9.9
1 Carrigeanna Waterville9.2
Food & Breakfast
The Smugglers Inn9.7
Butler Arms Hotel8.3
Amenities & Facilities
Holiday Home Waterville9.4
1 Carrigeanna Waterville8.7
Value
Holiday Home Waterville9.3
Butler Arms Hotel7.8
The Smugglers Inn amenity advantages
Spa/wellness centerSaunaHot tub/Jacuzzi
Butler Arms Hotel amenity advantages
24-hour front deskRoom serviceLift / ElevatorLaundryMeeting/banquet facilities
Detailed comparison
Guest score
The Smugglers Inn
9.2/10Butler Arms Hotel
8.7/101 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.9/10Holiday Home Waterville
9.5/10Rooms
The Smugglers Inn
8.1Rooms were well appointed but some were a bit small and could be loud in the morning.
Butler Arms Hotel
8.8Rooms were comfortable, though some decor felt dated.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.7The beds and duvets are amazing; everything was well maintained and comfortable.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.3Rooms are spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable according to various reviews.
Cleanliness
The Smugglers Inn
8.7Rooms were spacious and very clean; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Butler Arms Hotel
8.3The accommodation was clean, but some rooms and facilities showed signs of aging.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.7The property was very clean and comfortable. Overall cleanliness was highly praised.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.4Reviews indicate the house was exceptionally clean and well-prepared.
Location
The Smugglers Inn
9.7Fabulous location overlooking the sea and close to the beach.
Butler Arms Hotel
9.3Great location by the sea, with easy access to local attractions.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
9.3Fan house in brilliant location, ideal for visiting relatives; perfect location for both events and exploring the town.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.4The house is close to town, making it convenient for guests.
Service
The Smugglers Inn
9.6Staff was friendly and accommodating, went above and beyond to help.
Butler Arms Hotel
9.3Friendly staff who contributed positively to the experience.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
9.2The flexibility and communication with hosts was amazing.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.9Owners are described as extremely nice and helpful, enhancing the guest experience.
Sleep & Noise
The Smugglers Inn
—Butler Arms Hotel
—1 Carrigeanna Waterville
—Holiday Home Waterville
—Food & Breakfast
The Smugglers Inn
9.7Food in the restaurant was amazing, best meal had during the trip.
Butler Arms Hotel
8.3Breakfast was generally praised, but quality varied on some occasions.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.4Guests appreciated the small welcome snacks and drinks provided by the host.
Amenities & Facilities
The Smugglers Inn
9.2Amenities were good, with overall nice property features.
Butler Arms Hotel
8.8Amenities were satisfactory, but some aspects like restaurant service require improvement.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.7Standard quality for this hotel tier, though some small items were missing (e.g., washing up liquid).
Holiday Home Waterville
9.4Amenities are well-rated, including good kitchen facilities and specific offers like tea mugs.
Value
The Smugglers Inn
9.1The price felt well worth the experience received.
Butler Arms Hotel
7.8Some guests felt the stay was overpriced for the quality offered.
1 Carrigeanna Waterville
8.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Holiday Home Waterville
9.3Consistent positive feedback suggests good value for the overall experience.
Landmarks
The Smugglers Inn
Ballinskelligs Bay memorialButler Arms Hotel
Butler Memorial1 Carrigeanna Waterville
Butler MemorialHoliday Home Waterville
Butler Memorial