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Kinsale Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Indoor pool
Property entrance
Interior
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Terrace/patio
Near Kinsale Rugby Club, this hotel and spa offers relaxation and family fun. Enjoy hydrotherapy and spa treatments, unwind in the garden and terrace. Kids splash in their pool while adults use the indoor option. Multilingual staff is ready to assist.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Cork

What's nearby

  • Charles Fort - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Desmond Castle - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • The Kinsale Museum - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • James Fort - 18 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Old Head Golf Links - 28 min drive - 13.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 37 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dock Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Koko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bulman Bar & Toddies Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kitty O Se's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Kinsale Hotel & Spa

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Kinsale Rugby Club
Located close to Charles Fort and James Fort, Kinsale Hotel & Spa provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Indulge in a facial, a body treatment, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Rockpool Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and free newspapers
  • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and a water dispenser
  • Massage treatment rooms, motorized watercraft on site, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Designer toiletries, separate tubs/showers, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rockpool Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kinsale Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Kinsale Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Kinsale Hotel & Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Kinsale Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Kinsale hotel is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kinsale Rugby Club and Charles Fort. The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Kinsale Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 970 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 970 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 970 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 970 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 970 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, well taken care of! Quiet, great views! BL Boston
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gaynor

Liked: Amenities
Great location. Quiet. Staff could be more friendly. Food very good. Great views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice walks nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siofra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and great having access to the pool and gym.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

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

Fabulous location

Great hotel in a lovely rural location with great views. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Food was great also and we were given a complimentary check out of 12 noon instead of 11am. Lovely waterfall feature in grounds. Close proximity by car to Kinsale. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect stay at the end of our week in Ireland. Beautiful, relaxing, idyllic setting!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff especially John were terrific!He gave good recommendations for day trips. It was very relaxing and the food was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, wonderful service !! Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Fantastic Choice

We took a chance and made a reservation, sight unseen. We loved the view and the cleanliness of the entire hotel. Our stay was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property early in our Ireland experience which set the expectations for the rest of the trip! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort like hotel just outside kinsale. While you have to drive to get to town, this is fairly easy to do. The views and service are great. Rooms are very nice. The gym and pool facilities are very nice, though open to the public (swim lessons etc).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

A place of calm and comfort.

A place of calm and comfort. A large room with good facilities. The pool and spa area were very clean and there was great views from the pool area. The staff were caring and helpful and the morning buffet breakfast was devine. Having the breakfast on the terrace over looking the estuary was so peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, comfortable room, friendly and accommodating staff. There was a wedding taking place when we arrived, right in reception next to check in which made it awkward to use shared space. Food was good, but service was slow
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to explore around Kinsale, and west Cork. Only a short drive to Cork city also. Clean room with a great view down to the sea. Arrived late but still got great bar food. Good breakfast included with plenty of choice. Staff couldn't be better. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night at this hotel and really enjoyed our time. Our room was spacious, beds very comfortable, nice big bathroom with option of shower or bath very helpful when traveling with babies. Haveing an option of a cooling fan was nice on hot days. We had breakfast the next day which was very nice and left us feeling full and satisfied for our day ahead. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

A lovely stay

Everything was lovely. Our request for a quiet room away from the hubbub was accommodated. The bathtub and shower were lovely! Our only issue was the bed… it was a bit “slanted” and uneven so I kept rolling toward the center! Samuel and all the staff were all lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Chill out days

One unhappy experience at reception with an offhand and rude male receptionist. The hotel apologized and everything since then has been perfect, so much so that we added another night.. dining room staff went the extra mile and were thoughtful, helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very This was an amazing place. The room was comfortable. The view from our room was SPECTACULAR. The pool was big, clean and modern with sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Breakfast buffet was complete with gluten free options and plant milk was available upon request. JOHN is the MAN. He welcomes you, keeps the restaurant and reception going, and even gave us a ride to Kinsale in hotel van. We would definitely go again. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

WENDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stunning location and amazing food

The property is situated in a beauriful remote area, and looks stunning from outside. The reception staff was very smart and helpful, and the room was beautiful. The gym is well equipped, however the sauna did not work and the steam room would benefit from an essential oil smell, rather than musty smell. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, my favourite being the handmade soda bread. Top quality food and perfect service. There are lovely walks around the place and the views are stunning, but I am sure I wrote that already. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dipankar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Kinsale Hotel and Spa. It is a modern, contemporary hotel very close to Kinsale with spacious, clean rooms, an open lobby area, adequate parking and a great balcony overlooking the water. The breakfast was great. The staff at the reception were very helpful and provided great recommendations. It's a ten minute drive to Kinsale.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Selina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was further from Kinsale than I expected but was able to get a shuttle bus to town but needed to get a taxi back. The pool area was having work and some facilities were out of action. Breakfast was lovely and the staff were so helpful and friendly. .
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully situated in hotel grounds on elevated site overlooking estuary. 5 minutes drive into Kinsale. Large modern rooms, clean with large bed and great views. Hotel reception and restaurant bright and airy. Dinner was average and breakfast on the first morning was awful. Self served cooked breakfast was warm at best and running low or out of components. Plates, although looked clean, had a gritty feel as if dishwasher not correctly functioning. Breakfast on the second day improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful spot - best beds in the country - breakfast buffet has tons of options - restaurant reasonably priced- pool and gym was very busy as used by locals as well
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel with fabulous staff, the pool & facilities are fantastic. Had dinner in the restaurant both nights, great choice, delicious food/drinks. Would recommend it for a lovely family or friends get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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