Seaview House Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (231 reviews)
Ballylickey , Bantry , ie

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Sauna
Massage services
Public Bath
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Minor issues with room size
Some service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Some rooms had an old smell, indicating a potential issue with cleanliness.
Service
8.81
Staff were described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating.
Location
9.05
Located in a peaceful area. Excellent and beautiful location.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were large, comfortable, and well-appointed, though some issues with size and heating were noted.
Amenities
8.53
Nice spa facility and dog-friendly amenities, but limited public areas for pets.
Value for Money
8.39
Considered a bit expensive compared to the offering, but overall decent value.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Outstanding food and service, but breakfast could use variation.
Overall Experience
8.61
Guests had memorable experiences and expressed overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The Sea View Hotel offers elegantly furnished rooms with modern amenities, including power showers, TVs, and telephones. Some rooms even boast picturesque garden or sea views, providing a tranquil setting for guests to unwind and relax.

Award-Winning Dining
Indulge in a culinary experience at the hotel's 2 AA Rosette restaurant, known for its exquisite menu crafted from fresh local ingredients. With an extensive wine list to complement the dishes, guests can savor every bite while overlooking the charming gardens.

Relaxation and Wellness
Guests can rejuvenate at the newly built VOYA organic Seaweed bath house, complete with treatment rooms, a sauna, hot tub, and a drying room. Whether seeking pampering or relaxation, this property offers a sanctuary for both mind and body.

Experience luxury and comfort at Sea View Hotel - Book your stay now to enjoy a memorable retreat in Ballylickey, West Cork.

Important information:

Dogs are only allowed in certain rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement. When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of EUR 30 per stay applies.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ORK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

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

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 231 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 8.81
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Tracy solo_traveller ie
7
There was really warm flooring in the bedroom had a really comfortable night and a gorgeous meal in
Pros:

The hotel was lovely

Cons:

Sitting room was a bit cold but I was informed that they were having problems with it.

2025-11-15 via Nuitee
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Evelyn couple ie
10
2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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Stacy couple ie
8
2025-11-02 via Nuitee
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SamuelOldPostOfficeLodge solo_traveller ie
10
Delightful and Exceptional and Memorable Experience
Pros:

Everything was Exceptional, the owner and staff, were so pleasant , attentive and helpful . Perfect and idyllic setting ,, fabulous ambiance and positive energy, homely and very comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing. It was Exceptional

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
couple hr
10
2025-10-26 via Nuitee
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Jean-louis couple fr
8
Chambre agréable avec une bonne restauration mais personnel à la réception et au bar très froid et peu accueillant
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse et confortable
Jardin agréable
Très bon petit déjeuner et personnel de restauration très à l’écoute.
Très bonne cuisine le soir
Hôtel de charme

Cons:

À notre arrivée accueil tres froid et succinct. On s’est retrouvé à chercher nous mêmes la chambre.
Restauration un peu chère le soir
Accueil au bar également très froid

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
M
Mullen couple ie
8
Pros:

Location was excellent and beautiful

Cons:

Breakfast, full irish was not the best, black pudding was hard and sausages were drab.

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Eugene partner
8
Pros:

The hotel runs with the efficiency of a well-oiled machine. The staff are polite and very attentive while the food is to a very high standard overall. Our room was cosy and clean, although the absence of a lift can prove problematic for anyone with a disability.
Well located, the hotel affords easy access to the surrounding area.
Overall, the hotel exudes a homely feel, offering good food, attentive service and comfortable accommodation.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Iain couple bh
9
Lovely hotel with an amazing restaurant
Pros:

Large comfortable room, plenty of space for our dog. Very friendly staff. Superb food. Lovely location.

Cons:

For an awarded dog friendly hotel, it was surprising that there was no public rooms in the hotel where we could sit with our dog, except for a tiny conservatory.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
A
Anne solo_traveller ie
9
2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Black-rover couple be
8
Oud Iers hotel.
Pros:

Mooie Junior Suite met uitzicht op de prachtige tuin. Zeer goed kingsize bed. Uitstekende keuken in een oud sfeervol kader. Goed ontbijt. Sommige kamers hadden een duffe geur vanwege het oude gebouw. Prijs/kwaliteit wel prijzig.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
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Bogdan solo_traveller ro
7
Nice building
Pros:

The building and surroundings are really nice. For lovers of traditional houses, this is a good place to spend some time.

Cons:

The room I got was smaller than expected.
Heat in the room stops during the night, and windows are not sealed properly.
Breakfast could use some variation. Though, good quality.

Quite expensive for the offering.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Andrea extended_group ch
10
2025-09-06 via Nuitee
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Tony
10
Masters of Tradition
Pros:

Very accomodating as wife a bit difficulty with mobility so organised ground floor room.

Evening meal was superb. Rack of lamb to die for

Breakfast excellent with fresh and local produce available.

We had no pets but is dog friendly and other guests had a dog and were very happy

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
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Margaret couple ie
10
Pros:

Food, staff and service outstanding

Cons:

Bathroom a little tired, could do with an upgrade but still spotlessly clean

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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Rauan partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful grand old hotel in a very nice location. Very nice staff. Good restaurant. And very nice for our little dog. Had a great stay.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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Mickel couple fr
10
Very nice, comfortable and great staff
Pros:

The hotel is a bit of the beaten track, which is great since there's not going to be much noise. Located just outside of Bantry, you're a 5 minute drive from the town.

The hotel is splendid. It's beautiful, outside and inside. Rooms are big (we did have the Jr Suite), well appointed and charming. We even had a door to the garden, which was great since we're travelling with a dog.

The room even has a top notch nespresso machine... very helpful in the morning.

Breakfast was very good, all inclusive with a buffet and on order any type of hot breakfast, and of course a full Irish breakfast.

They have a very nice and modern spa facility, including seaweed bath.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
couple ie
2
Pros:

Peaceful area.

Cons:

Paid on arrival , when we were checking out we were asked to pay again ( we said we payed ) they said it was ok but after tried to charge our card again . Followed to our car and asked us to come back up , they realised we payed already and thought it was funny . Very unprofessional .

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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drw82 couple nl
7
Nice hotel, great breakfast, could do with a bit of modernisation
Pros:

Nice location, friendly staff, lovely grounds, very nice breakfast

Cons:

The rooms were a bit old-fashioned, beds much too soft and the room was extremely hot even though it wasn't particularly warm outside

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
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Michael friends
8
Pros:

Amazingly friendly staff - nothing was too much. Good food, particularly the breakfast, well presented. Had the feel of a comfortable country hotel from another era.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee