The Waterfront Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (76 reviews)
The Square , Baltimore , ie

Free

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
No on-site parking
Elevator not working during stay

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
The hotel is very clean as noted by multiple reviews.
Service
9.8
Many reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.3
Guests appreciate the ideal location close to the harbour and seafront.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms are described as beautiful, comfortable, and spacious.
Amenities
8.3
Basic amenities available; some complaints about parking.
Value for Money
9.3
Overall great value for the quality and services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Food, especially breakfast, is described as delicious.
Overall Experience
9.8
Guests had a wonderful stay and would recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:45

Property Description

Stunning Waterfront Views
Located in Baltimore Harbour, The Waterfront Hotel offers breathtaking sea and island vistas, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Delightful Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in fresh seafood at Jacob's Bar, accompanied by traditional music sessions. Unwind with a drink on the village square while taking in the lively waterfront atmosphere.

Convenient Location and Amenities
With easy access to ferries for island hopping and just a short drive to Skibbereen, The Waterfront Hotel provides the ideal base for exploring the area. Enjoy comfortable rooms with modern amenities and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the public areas.

Ready to experience seaside charm at its best? Book your stay at The Waterfront Hotel now!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 76 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Tadhg couple ie
9
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple ie
10
Pros:

Breakfast was very nice service was excellent .Great location .

Cons:

Nothing to add found everything perfect .

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Laurie couple ie
10
Wonderful stay at lovely family run hotel. Beautiful room, comfortable, decorated simply , very clean, delicious breakfa
Pros:

Location, small,size, friendly staff, cleanliness, lovely room

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-29 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple ie
9
2025-11-03 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
9
Pros:

The room had a fantastic seaview , was spacious and comfortable .
Breakfast was delicious .
Great location with direct
access to the harbour and seafront .

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
M
Máire couple ie
9
2025-10-21 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple au
10
2025-10-15 via Nuitee
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Shelley couple ca
9
A quiet jewel by the sea. . .
Pros:

I was expecting the location to be exquisite and it turned out to be exactly that. But special mention must be made to the staff @ The Waterfront Hotel — beginning w/ Kate. I very much appreciated her prompt reply to a question during the booking process and her warm, genuinely friendly manner towards us during our all-too-brief stay clearly sets the tone for this establishment. Breakfast was wonderful!

Cons:

Just a tiny suggestion (offered with the utmost of respect) that perhaps the bathroom experience could be enhanced with additional hooks on the wall.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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David couple ie
9
Very nice hotel. Would recommend
Pros:

Ideal location in Baltimore. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room was very luxurious and so comfortable. Breakfast was vary varied and everything looked delicious. Very good food available. Would recommend for short stays.

Cons:

No on site parking but free parking just down the road. Only stairs, elevator not working while we stayed.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
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Eilis young couple ie
10
Exceptional
2025-06-11 via Nuitee
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Rob young couple gb
10
A beautiful place to say, views are fantastic, you must visit Sherkin Island, 10 minute boat trip, brilliant, as was the
Pros:

Great location on the seafront, great view from our lovely large room. Good food, mussels and white wine perfect!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
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Peter.genius young couple gb
8
Very good
Pros:

The fantastic view from our room.

Cons:

The lift was not working.

2025-05-20 via Nuitee
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Gabrielle family with young children ie
9
Superb
Pros:

Perfectly located. Beautifully appointed.

Cons:

Early deliveries outside particularly loud.

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
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Nicola young couple gb
7
Seaside hotel with friendly staff
Pros:

Nobody to greet us when we arrived but a helpful lady from the bar took control and showed us to our room. Friendly. Wonderful location.

Stayed in room 3. Sink is cracked so could do with being replaced

2025-04-18 via Nuitee
R
Regina with friends ie
9
Superb
2025-04-11 via Nuitee
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Tina young couple gb
9
Great location and room was lovely
Pros:

Wonderful hotel in the perfect location for our visit. Great room. Comfortable bed. Amazing view. Brilliant, large shower. Lovely.

Cons:

No biscuits with tea and coffee in room. No slippers.

2025-03-29 via Nuitee
G
Geoff solo traveller gb
10
Baltimore. Best😀
Pros:

Best location in Baltimore. Lovely hosts. Super views across the sea. Great value.

2025-03-29 via Nuitee
B
Brian young couple gb
10
Great location and good service
Pros:

Location great and breakfast excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2025-03-23 via Nuitee
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Nicola young couple ie
10
Great hotel, rooms with view and friendly staff. Beauriful!
Pros:

Beautiful room (with a view), comfortable bed and bathroom. Staff very nice, professional and welcoming. Plenty of walks to do in the area and places to eat/drink. Glad we went at a time when the village wasn’t too crowded so we really enjoyed the calm of this beautiful place!

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2024-11-25 via Nuitee
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Marcio solo traveller pt
9
Superb
Pros:

Room view, waking to the beacon, Jordan's restaurant food, hospitality, nice shower

Cons:

Hard pillow, bathroom fan lowd

2024-11-17 via Nuitee