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Walter Raleigh Hotel

4.0 star property

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A table set with a white tablecloth, a pink flower, a glass of orange juice, and a metal pitcher, overlooking a beach.
Exterior
A hotel room with a breakfast tray on the bed, a lamp, a bottle, and a view of the outdoors.
A coastal road with a beach and a grassy hill in the background.
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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O'Briens Place, Youghal, Cork
  • Place, Youghal Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Youghal Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Red House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Hill View

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, and a decorative headboard.

Standard Double Room, Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Hill View

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Hill View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Hill View

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, and a decorative headboard.

Deluxe Double Room, Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Hill View

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a desk with a vase of flowers.

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a breakfast tray on the bed, a lamp, a bottle, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Youghal

At Walter Raleigh Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Aquatrek and Youghal Lighthouse. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, Blackwater, serves Irish cuisine and is open for dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. On weekday mornings full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Youghal hotel include Fox's Lane Folk Museum and Youghal Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Aquatrek - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Youghal Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Youghal Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Red House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Front Strand Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Midleton Station - 23 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Treacy's Bar (The Nook) - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tradehouse Central - Bar & Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Quays - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Priory Coffee Co - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Soulmates - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Walter Raleigh Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Walter Raleigh Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Youghal hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1776
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Walter Raleigh Hotel offers 41 accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Youghal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 18.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Blackwater
  • The River Cafe
  • The Walter Restaurant Bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1776
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 1-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 18.50 per person

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Walter Raleigh Hotel
Walter Raleigh Hotel Youghal
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Walter Raleigh Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

Walter Raleigh Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walter Raleigh Hotel on 1 July 2026 start from AU$253, 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 Walter Raleigh Hotel?

Yep, Walter Raleigh Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Walter Raleigh Hotel?

Yep, Walter Raleigh Hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Front Strand Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, windsurfing and fishing.

Does Walter Raleigh Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is on offer weekdays between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

No, Walter Raleigh Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Walter Raleigh Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Youghal Golf Club is a short 9-minute walk away.

Walter Raleigh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 249 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great menu choices for breakfast and dinner. Nice atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, great staff, wonderful food, and lovely comfortable room.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely older hotel with quaint rooms and a very good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel to stay in with great breakfast. The town is also great to walk around in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay,lovely place beach was just out side we,had a sea view from our,room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely older hotel. The restaurant is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel, with exceptional service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for one night away for break beautiful hotel and amazing staff we also got a beautiful room with the front view 😍 will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Our stay was very relaxing and couldn’t ask for better👌
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay lovely room and sea view, staff were very friendly and helpful excellent breakfast and very comfortable beds. Will look forward to return some time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and very nice food and room Katie in reception & Brian in restaurant were really nice. Definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view to the sea was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Walter Raleigh Hotel

Amazing and will return shorty. Beautiful hotel and very comfortable. Very friendly staff. Lovely area with great walks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, very professional staff, good freshly cooked breakfast with a good choice also good cold/continental style; dinner was also very good, strangely had to ask for ice and lemon for the gin and tonic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking on site. Bar and restaurant were great. The staff are very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Excellent restaurant and menu. Clean rooms. Great car parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed stay! 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic area

Hotel has parking at the rear excellent location just a stone throw away from the beach. The staff are very friendly and informative of the area. Breakfast was plenty full. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic hotel in a brilliant location. will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean

Liked: Amenities
Lovely restaurant and bar
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel & all the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third year we have stayed at The Walter Raleigh Hotel. As always the staff were fantastically friendly and the food in the restaurant was superb. The rooms are comfortable with all the facilities you would expect from a hotel of this standard. This will certainly not be our last visit, I can highly recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent property - staff are brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely property with a very nice breakfast. Parking was easy and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024