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About this property
Overlooking the Ilen River and close to the centre of Skibbereen, the West Cork Hotel has a restaurant and a bar. Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and free onsite parking are available. Established in 1902, the hotel combines period features with modern facilities. Each room has cable TV and many have river views. The Kennedy Restaurant serves a lunchtime carvery as well as dinner. The Ilen Bar provides snacks and meals and can also arrange packed lunches. The West Cork Hotel is just 150 metres from the N71 has a private car park.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Seamus
Ireland
“Beautiful, clean, warm room. Really helpful staff. Great location. Will stay again next time.” - Glenda
United Kingdom
“Always a warm welcome from all members of staff. Fabulous breakfast and dinner. We had a large party of guests for lunch and the staff managed to find us a table to accommodate us all at the last minute and the food was excellent.” - Donal
Ireland
“Beautiful hotel, wonderful setting and plenty to do and see around the area. Lots of good restaurants.” - O
Ireland
“Room was spacious. Staff were so mannerly and helpful.” - Sm
Canada
“The location and our early morning river view was beautiful. Our room was great, thanks to reception, Chaba. The breakfast was good and absolutely no complaints.” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“Lovely location, right in the town and opposite the heritage centre, traditional feel to the place. Very nice and comfortable with a Lovely bar and lounge area. Clean bedrooms ( I had a wonderful view of the river) Comfortable beds with water, tea...” - Dignan
United Kingdom
“Very comfortable. Lovely view from bedroom window.” - Anna
Ireland
“The atmosphere in the hotel, friendly staff, excellent food, comfortable rooms, plenty of hot water.” - Michael
Canada
“The personal attention from every member of the West Cork staff was amazing. 🙂” - Gregory
Australia
“In the middle of town, good restaurant, helpful staff”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Kennedys Restaurant at The West Cork Hotel
- CuisineIrish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.