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The West Cork Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Front of property
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Interior
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
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  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Ilen Street, Skibbereen, Cork
  • Popular LocationSkibbereen Heritage Centre1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSkibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLough Hyne8 min drive
  • AirportCork (ORK)66 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Skibbereen

The West Cork Hotel places you steps from Skibbereen Heritage Centre and within a 15-minute stroll of St. Patrick's Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Kennedy Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Skibbereen hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Liss Ard Gardens and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Skibbereen Heritage Centre - 1 min walk
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral - 10 min walk
  • Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Liss Ard Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Lough Hyne - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • West Cork Hotel Breakfast Room - 1 min walk
  • The Travelers Rest - 11 min drive
  • The Church Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • Riverside Cafe - 9 min walk
  • The Corner Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

The West Cork Hotel

Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The West Cork Hotel. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Skibbereen hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1902
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The West Cork Hotel offers 49 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 to 15 for adults and EUR 10 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kennedy Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1902
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 to 15 for adults and from EUR 10 to 10 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

National rating

Fáilte Ireland (The National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland) assigns an official star rating for accommodation in Ireland. This Hotel property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel West Cork
West Cork Hotel
West Cork Hotel Skibbereen
West Cork Skibbereen
Hotel West Cork
The West Cork Hotel Hotel
The West Cork Hotel Skibbereen
The West Cork Hotel Hotel Skibbereen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The West Cork Hotel?

The West Cork Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The West Cork Hotel?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The West Cork Hotel on 9 June 2024 start from AU$203.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The West Cork Hotel?

Yep, The West Cork Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The West Cork Hotel?

The closest beach to The West Cork Hotel is Warren Beach (17.7 km).

Is The West Cork Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The West Cork Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The West Cork Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The West Cork Hotel?

No, The West Cork Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The West Cork Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The West Cork Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The West Cork Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The West Cork Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 306 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Des

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming hotel
Hotel surprised me, comfortable, warm and relaxed. All staff were lovely, kind and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a ton in town to do but beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, everyone was top notch and super hospitable. Nothing felt out of place, and the amenities were perfect. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel nice staff. Room very cold no heating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen and Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
West Cork Hotel!
Everyplace was gleaming. The staff were very friendly and helpful to me. I was told the time to move my car from being parked beside the hotel, to the Hotel car park. I really enjoyed my two night stay at the West Cork Hotel. I hope to be back again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting and views from the bar and reception area. Staff welcoming, friendly and service was excellent. We really enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023