The Blue Haven Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (758 reviews)
The Blue Haven Hotel, 3 / 4 Pearse Street , Kinsale , ie

listing image 1
Show all photos
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room noise
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Specific issues with cleanliness noted, including dirty bathroom fixtures and stained carpets.
Service
9.4
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.4
Location frequently praised as perfect and central.
Room Quality
7.4
Complaints about room size, noise from the street, and outdated fixtures.
Amenities
7.9
Amenities mentioned were limited; very few features highlighted positively.
Value for Money
7.9
Concerns about pricing relative to portion sizes and quality of food.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Breakfast received high praise, but food inconsistencies noted.
Overall Experience
8.9
Mixed overall experience but positive feelings about stay and staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:32

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in comfort with classically decorated rooms featuring cosy pocket-sprung beds and modern amenities.

Culinary Delights
Savour the taste of fresh seafood at the on-site Fishmarket Restaurant or enjoy homemade cakes and coffee at the Blue Haven Café.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions such as Garrestown Beach, Charlesfort, and the Old Head Golf Links, all just a short distance away.

Experience the charm of Kinsale at The Blue Haven Hotel. Book now to enjoy a delightful stay with us.

Important information:

For group booking for 4 or more room, a 50% booking deposit is taken at time of booking, this is non refundable and non transferable.

Remaining balance is due 14 days prior to the arrival date. Please note that pre-authorization for incidentals is required upon check-in.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 1.50 per hour.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 758 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.9
R
rnadeleine • couple • ie
8
Great location, good food
Pros:

Location, lovely staff, easy going. great restaurant and bar

Cons:

The room we stayed in was quite small for 2 people with not enough places to put items.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

All ok

Cons:

270 € and tv not working

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
X
Xyrel • couple • ch
9
An absolutely perfect hospitality experience.
Pros:

The staff! They are all wonderful; Ines at the reception and the staff at the bistro and the breakfast hall. The food is also really good and the location is so convenient, right in the heart of the town.

Cons:

None

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • ie
8
Enjoyable
Pros:

Where it was located

Cons:

Very old.fashioned

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
O
Olin • solo_traveller • ie
9
I would recommend
Pros:

Location, lovely staff

Cons:

The room was fairly small.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
T
Tommy • couple • ie
7
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
D
Diane • couple • us
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The price for such a tiny room.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
M
Marion • couple • ie
6
Staff very nice..location v good...room not up to standard at all...
Pros:

Breakfast was OK...better first morning..

Cons:

Room v small..awful view from window..didnt even have a chair

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
M
Millicent Mary • couple • gb
7
Slightly disappointed overall, but 24hrs was not really long enough to make a sound judgement.
Pros:

Location was good pity there was no onsite parking.
Room quite small. Weak shower. Good that there was a fan in the bedroom.
We particularly missed having a buffet at breakfast for first course. Food was delicious but far too much of it and we would have taken less if it had been a buffet. As it was we ended up leaving a lot of food which we don't like doing.

Cons:

see above.

Kinsale needs to sort out its traffic situation. Too many cars parked all over the place detracted from the beauty of the town.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
D
Damien • extended_group • ie
9
Very comfortable and welcoming, although pricey!
Pros:

Room was big, but it was expensive. Very well kitted out with lots of mod cons and toys.. air fan was a big hit with the American cousin! Breakfast was very nice, although it was very slow to land out, but worth the wait. Bar nice, good atmosphere, staff knew their stuff, cocktails etc... Staff on Reception were lovely good banter and very helpful.

Cons:

It was pricey for 1 night. Brekkie was slow, but when it came it was nice.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
L
Lisa • couple • ie
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
J
JTWAT1967 • Couples
2
Stay somewhere else
Pros:

Although the location is on the main street this is a VERY tired hotel. Travelers should note that there is no lift so you will be carrying bags up several flights of stairs (which were being painted when we were there). Although bedding and towels were clean, the carpet, window etc. were filthy and furniture very worn.

2026-06-26 • via Tripadvisor
W
W6336OAfrankd • Couples
10
Consistently high-quality food
Pros:

This was my second stay at Blue Haven and it lived up to my previous experience. Consistently high-quality food, comfortable accommodation, and friendly service. It’s become my preferred place to stay whenever I’m in Kinsale.

2026-06-24 • via Tripadvisor
N
Nicole Reuter • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Schönes Hotel mit leckerem Esser. Das Zimmer war sehr geräumig und sauber. Sehr zu empfehlen.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jean-François • solo_traveller • fr
7
Globalement bon séjour grâce à l’emplacement au milieu du centre très vivant. Bon petit déjeuner.
Pros:

L’emplacement. Le Rez de chaussée est bien.

Cons:

Il manque un ascenseur, l’aménagement de notre chambre était bizarre : fenêtre au bout d’un couloir avec un lourd fauteuil. En revanche pas de chaise devant le bureau. Nettoyage de la moquette laissant à désirer.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
W
Worland • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location. Nicely appointed rooms.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
S
seamusm522 • Family
10
Great Experience with Better Care
Pros:

Stayed here with family and had a fantastic experience. The staff were welcoming and accommodating, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The restaurant served delicious meals that everyone enjoyed, which is not always easy with a family group.

2026-06-20 • via Tripadvisor
V
Venture29436623603 • Couples • Cork, County Cork
2
went for late Lunch I got buger & chips burger was raw tasted awful, chips were hard ,my partner got fish fish wasn't terrible
Pros:

I got the burger & chips,burger was soggy & not cooked ,i couldn't eat it ,chips were hard in the centre,my partner got fish & chips fish tasted awful again his chips were hard , very disappointed as we normally to to jim Edwards thought we would try blue haven for a change ,we will not return

2026-06-19 • via Tripadvisor
P
Petra • couple • cz
9
Pros:

Pokoj krásný čistý , super lokalita a úžasný personál. Skvěle snídaně

Cons:

Pro dva trochu menší postel a velmi měkká matrace , pokoj je hůře větratelný , ale na pokoji mají čističku vzduchu značky Dyson , takže chválím !!!!

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
J
jonahg439 • Couples
10
Blue Haven had a lovely atmosphere throughout.
Pros:

We spent a weekend in Kinsale and couldn’t have picked a better location. Everything was within walking distance, and Blue Haven had a lovely atmosphere throughout. The food was outstanding, especially the seafood dishes. We’d happily return.

2026-06-17 • via Tripadvisor