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A coastal town with a marina, houses, and a bridge in the background. - Trident Hotel (Kinsale)
A restaurant with outdoor seating, wicker chairs, tables with wine glasses, and a view of the water. - Trident Hotel (Kinsale)
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Signature Double or Twin Room, Balcony | WiFi (free), bed sheets - Trident Hotel (Kinsale)
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Upscale hotel near The Kinsale Museum

Located close to James Fort and Desmond Castle, Trident Hotel provides free full breakfast, a marina, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, a dining area, and a sitting area with a view.

Harbour View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Double or Twin Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Junior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double or Twin Room, Balcony | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Signature Double or Twin Room, Balcony

  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Master Suite with Private Balcony

  • Harbor view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a marina.

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the water.

Luxury Suite, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a view of the marina, and a balcony with curtains.

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a view of the sea, and a chair with a view.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kinsale, Trident Hotel is in the historical district and near the bay. The Kinsale Museum and West Cork Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links. Desmond Castle and James Fort are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kinsale travel guide
Map
World's End House, Lower O'Connell, St,Kinsale, Kinsale, County Cork, P17 NT38

What's nearby

  • A historic stone building with arched windows and a wooden door.
    Desmond Castle
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A coastal fort overlooking a green landscape and a body of water.
    Charles Fort
    6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • A coastal cliff with pink flowers and a view of the ocean.
    Old Head Golf Links
    20 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • The Kinsale Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saint Multose Church
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Fishy Fishy
    5 min walk
  • Dock Bar
    4 min drive
  • Greyhound
    10 min walk
  • The Bulman Bar & Toddies Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Jim Edwards
    9 min walk

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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

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Wharf Tavern & Terrace

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,843 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

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

Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 22 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Trident Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Trident Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Trident Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Trident Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Trident Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle. James Fort and Charles Fort are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Trident Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 461 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lots of outdoor spaces to utilize.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful location and easy to walk to the heart of town. Get a habor view room if you can!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Lovely rooms and the food was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and rooms were overall great. Nice views of the bay, and walking distance to all of the pubs and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was exceptionally clean as were the hallways and common area. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and the rooms were clean. The breakfast was delicious and the bar was lively and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and outstanding staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay. You’ll enjoy the local vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, spacious rooms, with a great bathroom! Staff was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice 5 night stay. Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was great. We also enjoyed the bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the room was perfect. We would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice breakfast. Restaurant at hotel very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We loved the late checkout too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Outstanding hotel with stunning ocean views

Wonderful location with beautiful ocean views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, great views and comfortable clean rooms. Great shower too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, comfortable beds great breakfast. Walkable to all over downtown Kinsale and trails to views of Forts. Construction currently going on that’s a bit loud early morning and throughout the day. Doors closing are loud. Views of the bay very pretty. Overall the stay was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Very walkable to most attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

The hotel is located near town- easy walk
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offering was very good...service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Violetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and a perfect location to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel great staff free breakfast views were amazing in harbor room. Loved it and will be back when I return!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay. The hotel is in a good location to walk to shops or pubs. Front desk staff were very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the biggest rooms we stayed in while in Ireland. Beautiful location on the pier with an ocean view room. The breakfast was delicious in the morning you receive a menu to order your hot breakfast along with the continental. Walkable into Kinsale and a great spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jahan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in Kinsale. We had a room with an ocean view and it was beautiful. The breakfast is also great and the food is from the local area, which is a huge plus from me. Would stay again if we return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024