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Blue Haven Hotel

3.0 star property

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Two people seated at an outdoor table with a drink, surrounded by flowers and a building with 'MOET & CHANDON' signage. - Blue Haven Hotel (Kinsale)
A chef in a white uniform with a watch, preparing food at a counter with copper pendant lights and a visible flame in the background. - Blue Haven Hotel (Kinsale)
A couple in white bathrobes sitting on a bed with a coffee pot and mugs, a tray with pastries, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp. - Blue Haven Hotel (Kinsale)
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A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'The Haven Hotel,' a blue facade, and a flower display outside. - Blue Haven Hotel (Kinsale)
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby at Blue Haven Hotel . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Room service

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a blue-striped bedspread, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted decor.

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Triple Room

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a chair, a lamp, and a chandelier.

Classic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round table with drinks, and curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, two pillows with the hotel's logo, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kinsale, Blue Haven Hotel is in the historical district. Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lusitania Memorial Garden and Will and Away. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsale Rugby Club or Musgrave Park. Visit our Kinsale travel guide
Map
3 Pearse Street, Sleeven, Kinsale, County Cork, P17 NA72

What's nearby

  • A historic stone building with arched windows and a wooden door.
    Desmond Castle
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A stone bridge leading to a historic fort with a grassy foreground and a cloudy sky in the background.
    Charles Fort
    5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • A coastal cliff with pink flowers and a view of the ocean.
    Old Head Golf Links
    21 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • The Kinsale Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Saint Multose Church
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station
    27 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Koko
    4 min walk
  • Greyhound
    1 min walk
  • Fishy Fishy
    5 min walk
  • OHK
    1 min walk
  • Jo's Bakery @ B&B Kinsale
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Haven Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Blue Haven Hotel ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Blue Haven Hotel ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Haven Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is steps from The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle. Saint Multose Church and Kinsale Rugby Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Blue Haven Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 129 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel! The hotel is located nearby bus station and is very easily accessible to the rest of the town. I'd stay here again for the convenience of location. There's a rather loud bar that does live music right next to it, so it wasn't always the quietest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can't beat the location. And an added surprise was the live music Friday night in the lobby bar.... so much fun.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff were lovely! Location is right in the center of town and has an amazing restaurant. Beware, bring earplugs as the walls are paper thin. Would definitely stay again, but with the noise in mind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place great service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast choices and so tasty. The staff were very friendly and attentive in all departments.A bit noisy from outside but that was to be expected when people are enjoying themselves. All in all I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Kind of old and tired property. Great location. Very noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
My second visit to Kinsale and Blue Haven. Hotel is aging and could use a facelift. The adjoining restaurant and lounge is terrific however as is the hospitality therein. The folks at reception on the other hand are less than hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed comfortable. Could use a little refresh which I believe is in the works. The walls and ceilings are thin so we could clearly hear others talking and being romantic in their rooms but the windows kept the street noise at bay. We also had some unfortunate hallmates who were shouting and laughing in their room at 2:00 a.m. and we couldn't get in touch with any staff to quiet them. The location is right in the heart so very walkable to restaurants, pubs etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel Great location staff were very helpful Excellent restaurant Fabulous nightly entertainment. Downside no lifts and water pressure in the shower is poor otherwise fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

NIKKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always a lovely stay, right in the centre of town. I was up in one of the single rooms which are like sweat boxes given the heatwave, but you can’t blame the hotel for that!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a fan in it which was really great given the heatwave.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is very nice but kind of dated. Centrally located in town makes up for it. Get reservations for dinner in advance anywhere in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

The hotel room was a bit musty and the bed was too soft.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in the middle of Kinsale and so is a good spot to be able to explore the town. The downside is the availability of parking. We were able to park in a free public lot up a hill and just past a grocery store and firehouse, ( if you go you can find it on a google map ) and the walk was only 5-10 minutes at most and not a problem for most people. I'd do it again if in Kinsale.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Blue Haven is right in the heart of Kinsale and within walking distance to many pubs and restaurants. Room was clean and well appointed. Good water pressure in the shower. The one downside was being right on the street as it was very noisy until late at night. We ate there for breakfast and it was excellent. We also had dinner one night which was phenomenal. The other downside is parking as you’ll have to first find a spot in either the car park down the street or one of the few spots on the street and pay if you arrive before 6pm or leave your car after 10:30am.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Cristin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought this property would be gorgeous from the photos and reviews online. It was extremely disappointing and our room was very very old, dirty, and dated. Everything in our room was “yellowish”, dusty, and the carpet stained and musty smelling. This spot could be beautiful but they need to upgrade. It looks like some rooms have been updated, but some like ours were stuck in the 80’s. Just a truly disappointing stay. Only positive it is in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
My room was tiny, with poor ventilation, and there was no air conditioning. Despite extreme heat, the staff was unsympathetic and disinterested. Very poor customer service, overpriced, and not as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and well maintained. It was impressive they had Dyson dryers in the rooms: bathrooms were nice and the shower/tub combination was appreciated. The only negative was there is no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeannick

Liked: Cleanliness
Déçu par rapport aux standing annoncés.Petite chambre,salle de bains petite,les bruits extérieurs sont très présent,accès compliqué et grandes difficultés pour se garer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

Perfect location in Kinsale

We recently stayed at the lovely Blue Haven where we had a HUGE and charming room. The bed was so comfortable and the bathroom was fantastic…great soaking tub and toiletries. The staff could not have been nicer. The location could not have been better. Be sure not to miss the wonderful Bulman Pub in the next village on top of the hill.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Fairytale boutique in a fairytale village - cute!!

OMG!! This boutique hotel is the quaintest, most darling place I've ever stayed. The staff is awesome, the room was great, the bar and restaurants were super!!! And the musical entertainment is so relaxing! The only downside is there is no parking onsite. But once you make it to this gorgeous little village, you will understand why and won't even have a second thought about it. But to be clear, the nearest parking is a five minute walk up a small hill. This does give you an opportunity to check out some cute little shops though. And pick up any needed supplies at the market.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Glen

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

Too noisey

Nice hotel all round. But if you don't want to be up at 6am stay away from here As the hotel is on the Main Street trucks are unloading to the 2 supermarkets from early Making it impossible to sleep. Maybe new Windows could be an idea for this hotel I had to come home for a rest !!