4/5 - Good
The reason I didn’t visit any hotspots because they were closed because of the Coronavirus.






Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street while you're in town.

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.

Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.

When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Blackrock. You might want to make time for a stop at Blackrock Castle or Mahon Point Shopping Centre.

Shandon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bells of Shandon or Butter Museum.

We had a fantastic stay at The Dean Hotel. Room was lovely, very clean. Staff at the hotel bar were very attentive. Thank you!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay. Hotel looked beautiful for Christmas.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

The room and bathroom were spotless, and the amenities (tea and biscuits) were good. The hotel's location was ideal, though very busy and a bit noisy on Friday and Saturday nights. Overall, an excellent value, and we were able to prepay for discounted breakfasts.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

The staff were less than helpful, There was no car parking anywhere near the hotel. It was student accommodation and not suitable for mature aged travellers. We chose not to stay here and found another motel.
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

La posizione è super centrale, in auto ricordatevi di non parcheggiare al primo parcheggio che trovate, ma andate al Q-Park Grand Parade, che è vicinissimo e convenzionato con l'hotel. La struttura è nuova ed è ben organizzata, si dorme in un appartamento studentesco, con accesso alla cucina condivisa ...
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025


Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.

Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.

Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Throughout Ireland you can see impressive sites where the ancient and the modern go hand in hand. Nowhere is this combination more striking than at Blackrock Castle, home to Ireland’s first interactive astronomy centre.

Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.

Take in views of the River Lee from this 18th-century bridge and wander through Cork’s city center via one of the city’s most historic streets.
The reason I didn’t visit any hotspots because they were closed because of the Coronavirus.
Sin É for great music
Beautiful city, all the amenities you expect from one without the bustle and anxiety of Dublin.
Neat location for weekend break, best to have a car to visit attractions nearby
English market is great for foodies
Always good to see the relatives in and around the Cork area.
