Bella Vista Hotel & Self Catering Suites

Hotels
9.2 (1016 reviews)
Spy Hill, Bishop's Road , Cobh , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1016 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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Stephen • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

They were kind enough to give me a room upgrade with no extra charge.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Ursel • solo_traveller • at
9
Cons:

Der Weg von Zentrum zum Hotel ist etwas fordernd, da sehr steil!

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Padraig • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Staff friendliness the view free parking and a large room

Cons:

The roof lights were very cool but way too bright need to dim them down otherwise no complaints

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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André • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

l emplacement
personnel aimable
vue superbe

Cons:

le wifi pas top
la chambre sous les combles, attention aux plafonds
2ème étage

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • fr
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Lonny • couple • us
4
Heater would not stay on. Staff says pressure in boiler room. Fixed but went out again. Shower would fill up and leak on
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Appliances. Heater, plumbing, small building. would not stay on. Staff says pressure in boiler room. Fixed but went out again.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • extended_group • de
7
Lage und Personal gut ansonsten wenig ansprechend
Pros:

Das Personal war sehr freundlich!
Die Lage war gut wenn man gut zu Fuß ist. Zur Innenstadt war es schon sehr steil !!!

Cons:

Das 4- Bett- Zimmer war sehr klein, dadurch hatte man so gut wie kein Platz für das Gepäck!
Das Frühstück war allenfalls ok!
Wir fanden es allgemein nicht so gut! Es war insgesamt am wenigsten ansprechend auf unserer Rundreise und wir würden dieses Hotel nicht mehr buchen!

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Alina • couple • de
6
Pros:

Lage perfekt. Parkplatz vor der Tür

Cons:

Der Boden im Zimmer ist uneben, dadurch war das Bett schief, das hat man beim Schlafen gemerkt. Im Bad ist Schimmel und Rost und die Halterung für den Duschkopf ist kaputt und hängt gerade so noch an der Wand.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Facilities poor

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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ANACORETA • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Everything, superb!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • extended_group • us
9
Great walk to all the great spots in rown.
Pros:

Location and apartment set up

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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ELENA • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Muy buena ubicación,el chico español muy majo ,nos dio muy buenas indicaciones

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff especially Alexis who checked me in were lovely. Very friendly and helpful. View from my room was incredible.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Ton • solo_traveller • nl
9
Erg fijn verblijf
Pros:

Erg fijn hotel. Netjes. Zeer vriendelijk personeel. De kamer was mooi groot met een fantastisch uitzicht over de stad en het water.
Goed ontbijt. En er is een chinees restaurant in het hotel. Heerlijk eten voor relatief lage prijzen.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • ie
10
Absolutely Beautiful Hotel
Pros:

I liked Everything about this hotel. Its very clean and bright, staff are friendly and helpful, room was amazing very spacious beautiful kitchen nice balcony with view of the harbour, hairdryer and iron provided. I was also amazed about the amount of information provided, in our room was a folder with info about hotel, history, places to visit, bus routes, how to travel to nearby towns. I would highly recommend a stay at the Bella Vista for anyone staying in Cobh

Cons:

No complaints, there wasn't anything I or my family didn't like about the place

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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yves • couple • fr
10
bon sejour
Pros:

belle chambre avec tout le confort bonne literie bon restaurant et petit dej

Cons:

le prix un peu cher et les planchers qui font du bruit

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Doyle • family_with_children • ie
10
Was a beautiful hotel and the staff were so helpful and friendly. Food was amazing
Pros:

It had an amazing sea view and was a very big room.

Cons:

The room wouldn’t suit anyone tall as it was at the top of the building and had beams down low.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Facilities were poor. Breakfast was poor

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee