Fels Point Holiday Apartments are situated only minutes walk from Tralee town centre, within the grounds of the New 4* Fels Point Hotel. Tralee Omniplex cinema and the Aquadome are both within 5 minutes walking distance.

It is the ideal location for couples and families looking to experience the home of the world famous International Rose of Tralee Festival and the gateway to the County of Kerry with Killarney, Killorglin, Dingle, and the Ring of Kerry all within easy reach.

THE APARTMENTS:

Each apartment comprises two bedroom sleeping up to 6 people (4 Adults & 2 children under 10yrs on pull-out couch in the living area).. There is one double room and a second bedroom which can be made up as a double or twin (Zip & Link Beds) The bathroom is tastefully decorated with marble counter tops and there is a combined bath and shower.

Other features include:

• Gas Central Heating
• Heated Towel Rails
• Wardrobe/Full Length Mirror
• balcony or terrace with all apartments
• Combination bath & shower
• Pull Out Sofa Beds in all apartments (only suitable for children under 10 years of age)

Each apartment is tastefully decorated with a spacious living/dining room area with

•  26” Flat Screen LCD television

The integrated kitchen is fully equipped with:

• dishwasher
• 4 hob electric cooker
• oven, refrigerator
• microwave
• toaster
• kettle
• washer/dryer 

Bed linen and towels are provided & cots and high chairs available if required. Private car parking available outside your apartment.

HOTEL FACILITIES:

Guests of the apartments have complimentary access to Spirit Health & Leisure Suite at Fels Point Hotel. The gymnasium has a bright, spacious interior and is equipped with state-of-the art gym equipment with built in touch-screen integrated television monitors and audiovisual systems, providing a wide range of entertainment and distraction as you work out. To unwind and rebalance your body and mind, the health & leisure suite is complemented with heated thermal loungers, sauna and a steam room (Not suitable for young children)

Guests can dine in Clarets Bar or Morels Restaurant in Fels Point Hotel which is located just a short walk from the apartments.

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR

Fels Point Hotel and Apartments will be closed over the festive season from 22 to 29th December 2008.

PLACES OF INTEREST

A Guide to Shopping, Sight Seeing & Activities in Tralee and Surrounding Area

Tralee, not only famous for the Rose of Tralee International Festival, is a gateway to the region with visitors from all over the world.  The Aqua Dome, The Blennerville Windmill, the largest working windmill in the country connected to Tralee by the Tralee & Dingle Steam Railway; Kerry County Museum, horse and greyhound racing, and historic buildings as well as good shopping and a range of first class pubs, restaurants and cafes are just some of the attractions in this thriving town.

Much of the work of playwrights, authors and artists appearing in Tralee’s Siamsa Tire, home to the National Folk Theatre, come from North Kerry which is strong story telling traditions, traveling musicians and festivals.

Dingle:
Descending from the incredible Conor Pass, Irelands highest mountain pass, you’ll arrive at the bustling cosmopolitan town of Dingle the peninsulas main hub, this colorful fishing town, set around a busy fishing port and marina. Dingle is renowned for traditional music, great pubs and fine seafood restaurants. It is the capital of Kerry Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking area). The towns most famous resident is Fungi, a friendly bottle nosed dolphin that has been living in the bay since 1983. People enjoy taking a boat trip to visit Fungi or a visit to the aquarium.

ACTIVITIES

Golf
Kerry has a reputation as a world class golf destination enhanced by spectacular scenery and warm hospitality.  Guests at Fels Point Hotel will be ideally situated to play Tralee (IGTOA Winner of the Golf Club of the Year 2007), Ballybunion and Killarney golf courses.

Tralee Golf Club - 8 miles  066-7136379
Castlegregory -16 miles   066-7139444
Ballybunion - 23 miles   068-27146
Ceann Sibeal (Dingle) - 35 miles 066-915156255
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club  064-31034
Dooks (Killorglin) - 35 miles   066-9768205

Walking
For walkers there is a choice of several major walk ways including Kerry Way,  Ballyhoura Way, Dingle Way, North Kerry Way and Blackwater Way. Experienced hikers can also tackle the more challenging mountain terrain the region has to offer.

Cycling
Some of the top cycling routes in the region include the spectacular 216km Ring of Kerry, which passes through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. Unmarked cycle routes include the spectacular scenery and rich archaeological heritage of the 142km Dingle Peninsula Cycle Route.

Equestrian
There are 40 approved riding centers in the region with facilities to suit all levels from beginner to advanced rider. Given you wide choice from one hour to three hour treks or lessons through to all day trails.

Angling
Home to some of the best angling in Ireland the Kerry region boasts a wide range of terrains and types of fishing ranging from some of the best lake and river fishing through to adventurous and challenging shore and deep sea angling.

Sea angling, some of the most fast moving and exciting fishing can be achieved by hiring a boat or joining a group of anglers for a day’s deep sea fishing. Cahersiveen in Kerry has hosted both the European and World Boat Angling Championships.

Game angling, recent restrictions on salmon fishing are now being enforced with the Cork/Kerry region offering the highest number of rivers open to anglers for salmon and trout. Lough Leane situated within the Killarney National Park has excellent stock of brown trout. 

Sailing
Sailing in every type of craft from dinghies or keelboats to catamarans is a popular pastime for locals and visitors alike. Visit places such else Dingle Bay, Fenit and you will find sailing schools and clubs willing and able to get you out on the water. Why not try sea kayaking or inland water canoeing.
 
Surfing
If it is surfing that you enjoy try some of the best conditions in Europe with big rollers in Autumn and Spring along dramatic coastline. Try Brandon Bay, Inch Beach, Ballinskelligs, Waterville, Derrynane even in winter the surf is up, just be sure and bring a good quality wetsuit,

For the Kids:

There are various options available in Tralee to keep the little ones happy during your stay with us:

• Toby’s World – Family Entertainment Centre
•  Crag Cave
• The Aquadome
• Tralee Omniplex Cinema
• Beautiful beaches located in the vicinity

Festivals / Events

Whether you are looking for a day-long festival or a week long extravaganza, the Kerry region is home to some of the most celebrated and interesting festivals in the country. Take the annual Puck Fair, for example where a goat is hunted down from the mountains, paraded through the streets and crowned King Puck before a gallery of up to 100, 000 people in the quiet of Killorglin.
Tralee’s famous festival, a celebration of all things Irish with an important opportunity for young women of Irish birth or ancestry to take part in a unique selection contest for the coveted title of Rose of Tralee.

Killarney Summerfest, which takes place in July. Is home to a very wide range of family activities and events taking place on the streets, parks and public spaces of the town.