West Cork Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1596 reviews)
Church Cross , Skibbereen , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and comfortable
Cons:
Bed comfort issues
Value for money concerns
Noise from upstairs neighbors

Categories

Cleanliness
8.85
Reviews indicated that the hotel was very clean and comfortable.
Service
9.35
The staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.35
The hotel is in a great location, within walking distance of bars and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.85
While the rooms were described as cosy, there were complaints about the comfort of the beds.
Amenities
8.35
Amenities such as free toiletries and free coffee were appreciated, but some facilities had issues.
Value for Money
7.35
Guests felt that the price was high considering the issues experienced with room comfort.
Food and Beverage
8.85
Overall, the food quality received positive feedback, though there were minor complaints.
Overall Experience
8.85
Despite some issues, the overall sentiment remains positive due to the location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:59

Property Description

Charming Riverside Retreat in Skibbereen

Scenic Views and Modern Comforts
The West Cork Hotel, established in 1902, offers a delightful blend of historic charm and contemporary amenities. Enjoy picturesque river views from many rooms, along with cable TV for entertainment.

Culinary Delights and Convenience
Indulge in delicious meals at the Kennedy Restaurant, known for its lunch carvery and dinner options. The Ilen Bar is perfect for snacks and can even prepare packed lunches for your adventures.

Prime Location and Hassle-Free Stay
Conveniently located near Skibbereen's center, our hotel provides free Wi-Fi, onsite parking, and a private car park for guests' convenience. Book now for a memorable stay by the Ilen River.

Important information:

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).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1596 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.85
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.35
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Voyager29669381416 Couples
8
Great location
Pros:

Really enjoyed our stay at the West Cork hotel, the rooms were lovely big and spacious with a balcony overlooking the river. The staff were very warm and friendly, the breakfast the following morning was fab 👌

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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Zohar couple il
9
נחמד מאוד
Pros:

מיקום מעולה, צוות מסביר פנים, מסעדה טובה

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
E
Eamon extended_group ie
7
Good but not great
Pros:

Location and parking

Cons:

Breakfast very basic and confusion when ordering and serving.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Beate extended_group de
6
Cons:

Das Frühstück

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
A
Ann Wheatley solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Excellent location in the heart of the town. Beside the beautiful River Ilen. And right across the road from The Skibbereen Hertage Centre. The staff where lovely and welcoming from the bar staff to the night porter. The hotels interior lovely with great pictures throughout.

Cons:

The hotel is right as you come into the town it could do with a lick of paint and that beautiful bridge belonging to the hotel is starting to look like its falling apart its so nice it would be ashame if it got beyond repair. The steel balcony that runs along the front of the hotel is beautiful but again its going like the bridge because its unloved. It would be ashame to loose these beautiful historic features.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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V444KWcaroliner Couples Belfast, Northern Ireland
10
Friendly staff and great hotel
Pros:

We loved that we got an upgraded room. The linens were lovely and fresh and the room was spotless. We really enjoyed our breakfast in bed. Staff were friendly and approachable

2026-06-13 via Tripadvisor
H
Halchenko solo_traveller ie
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Siw solo_traveller se
7
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
C
Catherine solo_traveller gb
9
West cork
Pros:

Large room with very comfy bed.
Nice selection for breakfast.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
M
M5772GTmarkd Couples
8
Great staff!
Pros:

Lovely experience. Wad a 2 night stay in Skibbereen. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. The bar food was delicious and the lovely Joan made the best Irish coffee I've had in decades! Will definitely be back for another one, or two!

2026-06-11 via Tripadvisor
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iain couple gb
9
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
J
Jane couple nz
8
Nice hotel to stay
Pros:

A good place for a nights stop

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
B
Ball extended_group ie
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
M
Marc solo_traveller gb
10
A surprising gem.
Pros:

The parking, the welcome, the staff, the ambience. An extra shout out to a
Alice on reception, warm, welcoming, helpful, everything front of house should be. The chowder was stunning, highly recommended.

Cons:

Bar service was a little lacklustre, not bad, but distracted.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
M
Mark solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The staff are very friendly food was excellent very comfortable bed

Cons:

Not6

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
B
brendan solo_traveller ie
5
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Robbie couple ie
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
E
ellen solo_traveller nl
8
Prima hotelkamer , vriendelijk personeel
Pros:

Kreeg een upgrade naar een grotere kamer aan de achterzijde, dat was heel fijn

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
M
Marie-Christine solo_traveller fr
6
Old fashion
Cons:

Every thing ,except the bathroon was a bit old and old fasion

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
E
ed solo_traveller ie
7
Pros:

Food was very good

2026-06-07 via Nuitee