Talbot Hotel Cork

"Lovely couple of days in Cork. Friendly staff and generally nice hotel."

Ballymaloe House Hotel

"This is a difficult review to write as we are unsure how to rate it. We both found the dinner and breakfast just wonderful - full of flavour, lovely choices, attention to detail and just great service. Friday night buffet starter is just such an superb idea and, of course, the sweet trolley - different choices and you can try anything. Breakfast - real orange juice, gorgeous scones, fresh smoked mackerel, a lovely full Irish. I could go on and on about the food here. The staff are really friendly, helpful and attentive. The house is set in beautiful countryside and looked fabulous for Christmas. The bed was lovely and comfortable, the room decor pleasant and the bathroom was of a high standard with lovely fluffy towels. So all the above is worthy of a five score. We're just not sure if the bedroom itself is value for money. There are none of the facilities that you get in other 4 star hotels e.g. television, coffee/tea making facilities. Whilst you could ring and get coffee and tea at any time - sometimes it's just nice to make your own and drink it in bed whilst relaxing in the morning. Some of the furniture also looked a little worn and battered. So, it is this and just this bit alone, that has bought it down from 5 to 4. We would go and eat there again any time - absolutely fabulous. We won't stay there again - we just didn't get the luxury feeling."

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City

"It looks unremarkable on the surface, but the room is nice and the breakfast is also good"

Maryborough Hotel & Spa

"Certainly will come back!"

Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa

"My wife and I returned to Inchydoney Island Lodge and Spa for a second year. It was as excellent as our first visit. The location is right next to a lovely sandy beach with plenty of room for long walks. We stayed in a suite (spoiling ourselves) which was spacious and extremely comfortable. There is a very large bed, large dressing area with two wardrobes and a spacious sitting room with excellent views over the beach and Atlantic Ocean. Staff are welcoming and very friendly. The whole hotel is kept beautifully clean and I had no hesitation in walking the corridors in bare feet to get to the lovely pool and spa. Slippers are provided but i mention walking barefoot to give an example of the level of cleanliness. The spa is a great place to relax with a saltwater pool, sauna and steam room. We took advantage of some hot stone massages and my wife had a facial which were lovely and relaxing and priced pretty keenly. The restaurant is first class with a superb breakfast offering and excellent evening meals. However, if you don't want to eat in the hotel the town of Clonakilty is a short drive away and there are a range of restaurants and traditional Irish pubs in town. Staying in a suite is certainly not cheap but well worth every penny for the room, views and services on offer."

Castle Hotel Macroom

"Very friendly staff. Great food. Would recommend , will visit again."

Seaview House Hotel

"Beautiful old worldly hotel. Very clean. Great to be able to bring the dog. Car needed. 10minites drive from Bantry. Wonderful breakfast and dinner. Great spa."

Garryvoe Beach Homes

"I recently stayed here with my husband and another couple for a wedding. We had a horrible experience, and I feel it is important to share so that other people don't encounter the same. From the very beginning, Dennis - the proprietor - was very difficult to deal with. He said that they would take 50% of the overall price at the time of booking as a deposit, which we agreed to although it is very unusual. Coming up to the wedding, it was impossible to get him by phone until we used a friend's phone whos number Dennis obviously didn't recognise and therefore answered. We needed to get into the property at 2 to change for the wedding but we were told this wouldn't be possible and so we all had to change in a petrol station. When we arrived, the door was unlocked and the keys were left on the kitchen table. All of these oddities could have been very easily forgotten, if not for the fact that Dennis rang me, clearly intoxicated at 2 in the morning accusing me of trying to scam him. Instead of taking the 50% deposit at the time of booking, he tried to take the whole amount from my personal account and was stopped by BOI365. I had to give him different card details to get him off the phone as he was extremely aggressive and belligerent. I understand the fear of being scammed, but if he was really concerned he should have taken the deposit the month previous as had already been agreed. On top of this then, he also took 100 without ever discussing it with me, and then informed me that THIS was the deposit. I have since received the 100 back thankfully, but this was never part of the agreement. Dennis was an absolute nightmare to deal with and I can safely say I would never ever return to this location because of him. I was so frightened by his erratic behaviour that I couldn't sleep for the rest of the night and we couldn't get out of there fast enough the next morning. I fully expect a barrage of abuse from him on this platform, as I can see he has form when people comment negatively on his customer service, but I request respectfully that you do not contact me by phone again Dennis. I sincerely hope to never hear from you again."

Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel & Villa's

"Susan at reception was outstanding with her welcome and helpfulness. We arrived two hours early and she found us a room. We did not realise that check in was 4pm and check out was 12md. Very civil times. Thanks Susan from two ****** from Australia"

Cork International Hotel

"Excellent hotel. Beautiful rooms. Good was really good. Nice selection of wines."

The Metropole Hotel Cork

"Charming period hotel with lovely river views The room was small but charming, with amazing views over the river and town, and I loved the period feel of the Victorian furniture and decor throughout. The staff were very polite and helpful, even letting me leave my luggage while I waited for my bus. The attached bar and tea room are a nice touch, with a welcoming atmosphere that also serves walk-ins from the street. The location is fantastic, right opposite the bus station and close to great bars and shops, with a secure entrance for peace of mind. One thing to note: you'll need a key card if you're back late at night, as there's no reception after a certain time – I'm not sure how that would work if you were arriving late, so worth checking ahead. Highly recommended for anyone wanting character and convenience in Cork!"

Lancaster Lodge