Bella Vista Hotel & Self Catering Suites

Hotels
9.2 (977 reviews)
Spy Hill, Bishop's Road , Cobh , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious accommodations
Excellent amenities
Cons:
Heating issues
Inconsistent cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Inconsistent reports on cleanliness with mention of dirty towels.
Service
9.8
Many reviews highlight friendly, helpful staff, though some mention service issues regarding heating.
Location
9.3
Positive mention of excellent location with proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
9.3
General mentions of good room quality, though some discomfort reported regarding bedding.
Amenities
9.3
Good facilities with exceptional views and self-catering options.
Value for Money
9.3
Good value shown through positive experiences and price point.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Positive mention of meal quality, though limited availability on certain nights.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall a fantastic stay with few disadvantages reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:29

Property Description

Luxurious Victorian Villa with Stunning Views

Modern Rooms with Spectacular Harbour Views
Experience comfort and style in our modern rooms featuring satellite LCD HDTV, tea/coffee facilities, and picturesque views of Cork Harbour. Relax in the luxurious baths and showers after a day of exploring the charming town of Cobh.

Award-Winning Dining and Cozy Bar
Indulge in a culinary journey at our Continental Restaurant with ocean views, offering a fusion of European and Chinese cuisine. Unwind at the Full Rustic Bar with a variety of whiskeys and Guinness by the open fires. Start your day with a delightful buffet breakfast overlooking the harbour.

Perfect Location for Exploring and Fishing
Conveniently located just a short walk from Cobh town centre, our hotel offers easy access to fishing activities at the harbour. With boat hire services and equipment arrangements, we ensure a memorable fishing experience for our guests.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Bella Vista Hotel & Self Catering Suites.

Important information:

The hotel is open 365 days a year including Christmas Day. Guests with special wishes are welcome to contact the hotel directly using the contact details on the booking confirmation.

Please note that some of the apartments are located a 5 minute walk from the reception.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ORK

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 977 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 9.5
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traciw202 Couples
8
An unexpected pleasure!
Pros:

We had a very large room on the top floor with an incredible view. The staff did all they could to make our stay enjoyable!

2026-06-06 via Tripadvisor
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Czakó solo_traveller ie
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Hillary family_with_children us
8
A beautiful location with stunning views, beds were a bit uncomfortable, the rooms were spacious which was nice.
Pros:

An amazing view of the cathedral and water! Staff was very kind and helpful.

Cons:

The beds were not very comfortable and were quite hard.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Mark couple au
5
Average location okay but to to town very hilly
Pros:

View from room

Cons:

Room wasn’t clean lack of attention to detail

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Fátima couple br
10
Voltaria toda semana se eu pudesse
Pros:

Gostei de tudo, o café da manhã maravilhoso, a comida deliciosa

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Milos couple ca
8
Cons:

The room was filled with cigarette smoke drifting in from people smoking near the window during their breaks. They were also very noisy, so we asked reception to kindly request that they smoke elsewhere and keep the noise to a minimum.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Nora solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Nice hotel when we got there we had a double room booked but they upgraded us to a 1 bed apartment. I dont drive but if you do there is free parking onsite.

Cons:

No negatives towards the hotel. Only thing i didnt like was the big big hill i had to climb to get to the hotel but that was my fault not looking into where it was so next time if im staying i will know to get taxi

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
9
907armandf Couples
8
Overall a great experience but a few minor suggestions.
Pros:

Myself and my husband booked a self-catering accommodation with Bella Vista for a 4 night stay and availed of the breakfast at the hotel each morning.
On our arrival we were greeted and checked in by Vincent who was extremely efficient and helpful to the point of carrying our luggage to our top floor Apartment. [A point to be noted there appears to be little or no elevators in any Cobh property] !
The views from the top floor Suite/Apartment (No.9) were magnificent coupled with hearing the wonderful carillon bells from St Colman's Cathedral.
The Apartment itself was very clean and spacious with the added bonus of peace and quiet lending to a great nights sleep.
There is a nice cosy bar on the groundfloor of the Hotel building (which is a different building to the Apartment block).
Alexis who also fronts the Reception Desk is extremely friendly and helpful with a great knowledge of points of interest in Cobh and its surrounds. He also managed to rectify a few small issues in the our Apartment with great speed and efficiency.
We were happy with the breakfast menu and the Lady server is also very friendly and helpful.
Our stay would have qualified for a 5 star rating but for the following small matters.
1. No walk-in shower in bathroom (the shower is over the bath)
2.The bathroom could definitely do with a small unit or chair to facilitate toiletries.
3.The television (my husband found) not at all user-friendly including the lack of British channels.
4.The Apartment could be much better server with a full length mirror.......
We would most definitely stay at the Bella Vista again primarily due to the wonderful staff.

2026-06-04 via Tripadvisor
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Kayan solo_traveller us
8
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
J
Jenny couple ie
9
Great trip
Pros:

Staff were so nice, lovely room with nice view. Excellent location

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Tour06332571410 Family
10
Wonderful short break in Bella vista Cobh
Pros:

We stayed overnight on Sunday 31/05/2026. On arrival we were warmly welcomed by very friendly and well informed employees, who spent time explaining about the local area and where to explore. He showed us to our apartment #2 which I would definitely recommend, as the space and views were amazing!! The apartment was spotless and very well appointed.
We had a lovely comfortable night sleep. The location of Bella vista is literally a few minutes walk from the water front and is just across from a beautiful cathedral.. The breakfast this morning was also fabulous. The kids availed of the fresh fruit, cereal, croissant and fresh orange juice. My wife and I had a lovely full Irish breakfast.
This hotel will not be beaten anywhere for value for money. We will definitely be coming back, and all I can say with certainty is you will not be disappointed with your stay here!!

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
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James couple gb
7
Pros:

Very comfortable bed and clean

Cons:

Room wasn’t ready although we weren’t charged for our drinks while we waited

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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virginia solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

La ubicación, el tamaño de la habitación, las vistas y la amabilidad del personal de recepción

Cons:

Todo estaba muy bien

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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FL family_with_children us
10
Staff and location were 5 stars!!!
Pros:

Fantastic location and close to the port, attractions, and pubs (car parking if needed). Entire staff (check in, breakfast, room needs) were very friendly and accommodating. We arrived (10 am) and the front desk staff gladly accepted our luggage and when we checked in later in the day, our luggage was in the room. Breakfast (Irish Breakfast and other choices) were very good. Our room was an apartment which included 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths and kitchen/living room. Quite large for European standards. Again, the staff was outstanding and cannot thank them enough!!!!

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Lisa extended_group fr
10
Très bel hôtel avec belle vue mer !
Pros:

Super hôtel avec une belle vue mer !
Très propre
Super petit déjeuner

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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amyvK8287JH Family
10
Bella Vista!
Pros:

Very nice hotel with a beautiful view! Pleasant staff, clean, comfortable rooms, good breakfast, bar & Chinese restaurant. A great choice for a stay in Cobh!

2026-05-30 via Tripadvisor
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Deb couple ca
7
Nice place in Cobh.
Pros:

Great location with free parking. Comfy bed and loads of space. Having a kitchen was great, but no coffee maker. Great Shower.

Cons:

Noise. The suite was on the main level beside the restaurant, stairs and 2 other rooms. There was no door sweep, so you heard everyone in the hallway.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Nuala solo_traveller ie
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Sheila extended_group us
7
Pros:

room was nice

Cons:

would have preferred closer to town

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Paul couple us
10
Highly recommend.
Pros:

Beautiful view of the harbor. Room was large, clean and comfortable. It included a smaller room with kitchen facilities if needed for longer stays. Staff were courteous and helpful. Location was convenient to all sights in town we planned to visit as well restaurants, pubs and convenience stores.

Cons:

Nothing we did not like.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee