West Cork Hotel

Name: West Cork Hotel
Address: Church Cross, Skibbereen, IE
Rating: 8.6

★★★ Church Cross, Skibbereen, IE

8.6 guest rating· 1666 reviews

About this hotel

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.

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Superior Room

Sleeps 3 · Double bed

Desk
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free WiFi
Safety deposit box

1 Double BedInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Grab bar near toiletNon-Smoking

Family Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · Queen Bed, 2× Twin bed

Desk
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free WiFi
Safety deposit box

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin BedsInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, desk, and phoneComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Grab bar near toiletNon-Smoking

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed, 2× Twin bed

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

Many rooms offer river views. Request Double/Twin when booking (subject to availability).

Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 12 m² · Twin bed

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

Feature an private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities. Direct dial phone and TV and also included.

Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · 2× Twin bed

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

This room features free Wi-Fi and a TV.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Family Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

The family room provides a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. This family room features heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

Superior Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · 2× Twin bed

Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone
Hair dryer

This twin room offers a tea and coffee maker and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV
Telephone

The suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This suite features a tea and coffee maker and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Free Parking
Breakfast in the room
Restaurant
Bar
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Golf course
24-hour front desk
Room service
24-hour security
Non-smoking rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Family rooms
Babysitting/child services

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BBQ facilities
Bike tours
Broadcast Live sport events
Canoeing
Cashless payment available
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Contactless check-in/check-out
Cycling
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Dry cleaning
Face masks for guests available
Facilities for disabled guests
Fax/photocopying
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Fishing
Food delivered to guest room
Fruits
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Heating
Higher level toilet
Hiking
Horse riding
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Kid meals
Laundry
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Lift / Elevator
Live music/performance
Lower bathroom sink
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Outdoor furniture
Packed lunches
Physical distancing in dining areas
Physical distancing rules followed
Private check-in/check-out
Process in place to check health of guests
Safety deposit box
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Smoke alarms
Special diet menus - on request
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Toilet with grab rails
Walking tours
Wheelchair accessible
Wine/champagne

Location

Church Cross, Skibbereen, IE

Check-in: from 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out: until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.61666 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Clean and comfortable− Bed comfort issues− Value for money concerns− Noise from upstairs neighbors

Cleanliness8.8

Service9.3

Location9.3

Room Quality7.8

Amenities8.3

Value for Money7.3

Guest review
7.0
Great location
− Very late check in
Gail · AU · 2026-07-25

Guest review
8.0
Great breakfast and a great location
− A lot of motor noise from the street as we were in the front of the hotel.
Pat · IE · 2026-07-25

Would definitely stay here again.
10.0
The location was excellent. Staff very friendly. Room was huge. And we had a balcony. Breakfast was fab. Great choice.
Anne · IE · 2026-07-25

Good location for those exploring West Cork. Recommend highly a visit to to Skibbereen Heritage Mus
9.0
Excellent breakfast selection. Breakfast from 7.30 to 11.00 truly meets the needs of those of us who move at a slower pace.
− Nothing to colain about.
brendan · US · 2026-07-25

Welcoming
8.0
Large bright comfortable room. Very clean. Quiet during the night. Staff and management were friendly and helpful. Good size car park. Nice bar and restaurant.
− Room was at back of hotel so was disappointed with view.
Therese · IE · 2026-07-25

Guest review
9.0
Pleasant hotel by the river. Perfect for a stopover or a base to tour the amazing countryside in the south west.
Neill Bayley · GB · 2026-07-24

Good to know

A deposit may be required at the property.

›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.

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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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