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The West Cork Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Front of property
Coffee and/or coffee maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Ilen Street, Skibbereen, Cork
  • Place, Skibbereen Heritage Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Patrick's Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Hyne
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Skibbereen

In suburbs.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Skibbereen Heritage Centre and a 5-minute walk from West Cork Arts Centre. Also, St. Patrick's Cathedral is within half a mile (1 km) and Liss Ard Gardens is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Skibbereen Heritage Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lough Hyne - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Bantry House - 28 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Inchydoney Island Beach - 36 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kennedys Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apple Betty's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ár N-Ait - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wild Ways @ Dillon's Corner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The West Cork Hotel

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The West Cork Hotel. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Skibbereen hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1902
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The West Cork Hotel offers 49 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 to 15 for adults and EUR 10 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately EUR 15 to 15 for adults, and EUR 10 to 10 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel West Cork
West Cork Hotel
West Cork Hotel Skibbereen
West Cork Skibbereen
Hotel West Cork
The West Cork Hotel Hotel
The West Cork Hotel Skibbereen
The West Cork Hotel Hotel Skibbereen

Frequently asked questions

How close is The West Cork Hotel to the airport?

The West Cork Hotel is 49.7 mi (67-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The West Cork Hotel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The West Cork Hotel on Mar 8, 2026 start from CA $162, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The West Cork Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The West Cork Hotel.

How close is The West Cork Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 13.3 mi (43-min drive) from Warren Beach and 13.8 mi (19-min drive) from Owenahincha Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The West Cork Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The West Cork Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 15 and 15 for adults, EUR 10 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The West Cork Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The West Cork Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The West Cork Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The West Cork Hotel have a pool?

The West Cork Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The West Cork Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The West Cork Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The West Cork Hotel to downtown Skibbereen?

The West Cork Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Skibbereen.

The West Cork Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 403 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 403 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 403 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 403 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 403 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful hotel with attentive staff. Joan the bartender was excellent. I would love to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cathal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and staff. Great town location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

RONALD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very pleasant stay no major critism
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The breakfast wait staff were extremely problematic- they didn’t greet customers in a timely way, they ignored customers and dawdled taking orders. The breakfast itself was delicious- marred only by the experience front of house!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, London

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot on the river. All round good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traveling man

This was a fun hotel, right in town,,, good music right at the corner pub on Thursday nights 9:00
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traveling man

Great little town good music at local bar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry, St Andrews

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view ftom the room and staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was in a great location and the hotel , although old, was comfortable - the bathrooms modern with a bath and very hot water ! A very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camillus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food great hotel rooms very clean and comfortable excellent staff and service nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved sitting in the lobby waiting to meet up with family. And the food was delicious. But the staff was exceptional. They were very accommodating and made our stay very comfortable (I was traveling with my 91-year old mother). And she cannot wait to go back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Caleb

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is made by the staff who are very friendly and lovely. It is somewhat dated but in the limited options in Skibbereen is clearly the local place to go for big events - on both days we stayed there were big family parties.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well decorated and very good lighting. Basically it was a decent well kept hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For an annual family golf trip to Skibbereen we stay at The West Cork Hotel. It’s clean, staff are friendly and it’s in a good location. It’s also reasonably priced. Breakfast is good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Nice older hotel, clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very helpful fantastic food and very friendly and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin, Campbell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and the service were excellent but the hotel was a little “tired” with lights not working and looking a little old but still a good option
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in May 2025