At this diamond find near Waterville Golf Links, owner and chef Henry Hunt's gourmet creations incorporate fresh seafood and locally farmed poultry and meat, followed by artistic desserts (including homemade ice cream), served in a conservatory dining room. Half-board deals are available at the inn's upstairs rooms (doubles from €100); cooked-to-order breakfasts include a catch of the day.
If you're staying overnight, try for room 15, with a glassed-in balcony overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay.