Beara Peninsula
Old-fashioned Casey's has been welcoming guests since 1884 (Eamon de Valera stayed here). The 19 rooms have been modernised a bit but are still small. It…
Must-see hotels in County Cork
The West Cork Coast
Behind a vintage exterior beats the heart of a classic old-fashioned hotel. Rooms are straightforward, but service is friendly and you can't beat the…
Beara Peninsula
Opened in 2017, this bright and attractive hostel is right in the centre of the village, and has a six- and a 10-bed dorm, four twins and a three-bed,…
County Cork
Comfortable and cosy rather than lush and luxurious, the bedrooms at this country hotel make up for in views what they might lack in historical atmosphere…
Cobh
The four rooms at this boutique guesthouse in Cobh's town centre are fresh and contemporary with handmade furniture, pure-wool blankets and rain showers…
County Cork
This 19th-century farmhouse has been lovingly restored and extended to create a warm and welcoming B&B, with homely bedrooms, a wood-burning stove in the…
County Cork
On a working farm, this lovely house has three antique-filled, flower-themed bedrooms. Hostess Violet's breakfast is gourmet standard (hot potato cakes…
County Cork
This warm and welcoming hotel has an unbeatable location on the attractive village square right beside the entrance to Blarney Castle. Tastefully…
The West Cork Coast
This large cream-coloured building with lovely sea views, a 10- to 15-minute walk from the ferry, was once the coastguard station. It now houses a hostel…
Kinsale
It's top-to-bottom grandeur at family-run Perryville, whether you're pulling up outside its imposing wrought iron–balconied facade or taking afternoon tea…
Cork City
Near the top of busy Summer Hill (a steep climb above the train station) is this gay-friendly B&B tucked away on a quiet terrace. The accommodation, in a…
The West Cork Coast
This lovely Georgian hotel on the elegant main square successfully mixes period charm and old-world service with the perks of a modern hotel. The 20 rooms…
Cork City
Sheila's heaves with young travellers, and no wonder given its excellent central location, but it's also a great choice for family travel. Facilities…
County Cork
This suburban villa offers superb-value accommodation in crisp, clean, Ikea-furnished bedrooms. The owners are warm and welcoming, and ready with advice…
The West Cork Coast
A warm welcome awaits at this bright and attractive B&B, just a short stroll east from the centre of Union Hall. Hearty breakfasts are served in a…
The West Cork Coast
Perched above the sea, Bay View House has seriously spectacular views across the bay. Try to snag Room 1 for the best panorama of all. Bright colours,…
Cork City
Although it's just a 10-minute walk west of the city centre, this cute little Georgian-style cottage has a homely, country-house feel. There's a busy road…
Kinsale
Little touches make the difference at this blue-shuttered B&B near Desmond Castle. Chocolates await your arrival, rooms are squeaky-clean, and the…
County Cork
A superb campground with an enviable location on a pine-fringed promontory 6km north of Bantry. Most of the 125 sites have sea views, and there's direct…
County Cork
You'll find everything you'd expect from an old country house hotel here: aristocratic ambience, tastefully decorated public rooms, expansive service and…
The West Cork Coast
The bird observatory offers basic self-catering accommodation for just seven people (one single, one twin and one quad), just a few minutes' walk from the…
Beara Peninsula
Housed in a former pharmacy store, this renovated and centrally located B&B offers five homely and comfortable rooms with luxury bathrooms. There's a cosy…
The West Cork Coast
Smack in the middle of town, this hotel has 13 bright and airy rooms; ask for one with a view of the sea. Its restaurant, the Lookout, also has equally…
The West Cork Coast
This stolid veteran has 30 comfortable, refurbished rooms in an attractive location next to the River Ilen. An old railway bridge across the river serves…
Kinsale
A short walk southeast of the centre is this very friendly place that was once the British garrison bakery. Rooms are a reasonable size and terrific…
Beara Peninsula
Clean, tidy and basic, the 10 spacious rooms in this two-storey yellow building have an abundance of pine; some have views north over the sea. The…
Cobh
A classic seaside hotel with soaring chandeliered hallways and 42 well-appointed rooms (it's worth paying extra for one with a sea view). The pool is…
County Cork
It's basically the garden of a villa at the west end of the village, but the facilities are fine and the pitches are pleasantly sheltered. Can get a bit…
Cork City
Bright and welcoming, with helpful hosts and excellent breakfasts; one of several quality B&Bs on this strip.
County Cork
This grand Georgian house at the south end of town was built in 1752 on the site of a Franciscan abbey destroyed by Cromwellian troops, and belonged to…
Kinsale
This basic hostel is nothing special, but it’s the town’s cheapest option, with separate male and female dorms, family rooms, a kitchen, and picnic tables…
Cork City
This buzzing hostel has a fantastic bar, popular with backpackers and locals alike for its live music. The dorms (each with a bathroom) have four to six…
Cork City
This labyrinthine hostel near St Anne's Church (a steep uphill walk with a backpack!) in Shandon has a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Services include laundry…
The West Cork Coast
Standards are kept up to scratch at this modern, mock-Tudor family home, where homely bedrooms are furnished with pine beds and pastel colours and the…
