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Killarney is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions. It is known for its stunning scenery, various historical and cultural attractions, and famous golf courses. One of the best ways of exploring Killarney is to hire a car. CarHire.ie gives you the freedom to set your itinerary, savor the beautiful view, and soak in the culture and ambiance at the various inns and hotels—like the Arbutus. The Arbutus is considered one of Killarney’s institutions, because of its historic character, friendliness, and old world charm. It has been in the Buckey family since 1926, when they first opened its doors to the public.The hotel is famous for its traditional ‘Celtic Deco’ style with antique furnishings. Interesting trinkets, each with their own story and cultural significance, line the reception area. The bedrooms are spacious, decorated to reflect the charm and beauty of the period, and comfortable. Modern amenities are combined with personalised service that makes guests feel that they are friends of the family rather than customers. In keeping with this personalised, homey atmosphere, the Arbutus serves good, old-fashioned, unpretentious home cooking at its best. ‘Mom’ Nonnie Buckley runs the kitchen, and uses the finest local ingredients to create award-winning recipes. The hotel also has a bar, Buckley’s, which is decorated in traditional Irish décor of worn oak panels and turf fires. It is one of the best places to enjoy a pint of Guinness, partly because of the colourful crowd that gathers there. It is a favourite haunt of traditional musicians, who often break into impromptu sessions. The Arbutus’ convenient location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the area by car travel. Travellers who want to tour the country using a rented car can inquire with Car hire companies about the car hire packages they offer. The car hire agencies can also assist you in creating a personalised itinerary for your car travels.