O Donovans Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (2070 reviews)
Pearse Street , Clonakilty , IE
+353 23 883 3250

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Great location
Quirky decor
Cons:
A bit cold room
Dinner was a bit limp
Room dated
Noisy street

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
Spotless clean as noted in multiple reviews.
Service
9.16
Friendly and helpful staff consistently highlighted in reviews.
Location
9.2
Excellent central location mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
8.15
Room quality mentioned as a bit dated but comfortable.
Amenities
8.18
Standard amenities effectively provide a comfortable stay.
Value for Money
8.64
General positive sentiment regarding experience versus cost.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast was praised as lovely and delicious.
Overall Experience
9.16
Overall experience praised in multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:28

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Discover the unique blend of history and modern amenities at O'Donovan's Hotel.

Dining Options Galore
Indulge in a variety of dining experiences at our Hotel Lounge Bar, Restaurant, Molly's Café, and Wine Bar, or relax in The Alley Garden Bistro Bar/Beer Garden.

Live Music and Traditional Entertainment
Immerse yourself in the local culture with live traditional music sessions at An Teach Beag bar and occasional music performances throughout the hotel.

Experience the best of Clonakilty with O'Donovan's Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Different policies and supplements may apply for any booking of 5 rooms or more.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2070 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Clodagh • couple • ie
6
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
10
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • es
10
Fabuloso
Pros:

El aire vintage y su personal

Cons:

Nada

2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pretty smashing
Pros:

Really nice hotel staff very friendly and welcoming great location also

Cons:

Nothing all good

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • family_with_children • gb
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

Perfect location and lovely staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Macdara • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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mike • couple • ie
8
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Sinead • couple • ie
10
O Donovan’s is a perfect mix of old-fashioned and clean. Love staying here…
Pros:

It is always lovely to stay in this hotel - friendly and central.

Cons:

Nothing! All good!

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Goldfinger • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Can't rate this hotel...if I do, I probably won't be able to get in there again!!!!!!

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Coffey • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

The room was really spacious. Clean, and had everything needed readily available in the room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Robin • family_with_children • ie
9
Grand overnight stay
Pros:

Happy with room and meal and pints in the bar

Cons:

Bed was a bit hard for me (maybe a personal preference)

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • ie
8
Very enjoyable hotel
Pros:

Great hotel in the heart of the town . Room was fab . Great bed and comfy. Staff and breakfast was excellent. Looking forward to a return stay soon .

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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brian • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Emer • extended_group • ie
10
Enjoyable from start to finish.
Pros:

Lovely friendly staff in all areas of the hotel, great atmosphere, food excellent and everywhere very clean.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Sharron • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann • family_with_children • us
10
Pleasantly surprised and pleased with this hotel!
Pros:

Given the age, history and location of the O’Donovan hotel I was pleasantly surprised and pleased. Couldn’t have been in a better location given that we did not rent a car and were walking everywhere. Hotel staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The history of the hotel and all the pictures on the walls and in the rooms were fascinating and I ran into the owner a couple times and what a fantastic woman she is by her friendliness and wealth of knowledge. If I ever get back to Ireland, I will definitely stay at this hotel again.

Cons:

Even though the hotel is called, there was not a thing I did not like. Very quaint. The rooms were of excellent size and we’re very very clean.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Donald • solo_traveller • us
10
Lovely old hotel in a great location
Pros:

Quaint boutique hotel located in the center of town. Good restaurant and bar with live music in the evening. Helpful and friendly staff.

Cons:

All was good

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Colm • solo_traveller • lu
10
Pros:

Great central location, charming traditional hotel.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee