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Kinsale Hotel & Spa, Kinsale

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About the Hotel

Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Ireland

Kinsale Hotel & Spa is situated on 90 acres of mature woodland, offering stunning panoramic views of Oysterhaven Bay. It serves as a prominent venue for conferences and events in South Ireland. The hotel is conveniently located just 25 minutes from Cork International Airport and five minutes from Kinsale town center. Kinsale's rich historical and cultural backdrop enhances its appeal as a destination for leisure and business travelers.

Location

Kinsale Hotel & Spa is strategically located near Cork City, enhancing its accessibility for both local and international guests. It is a short drive from major attractions including the Old Head Golf Links and Kinsale Golf Club, making it an ideal base for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way. Ample complimentary parking is available on-site for guests.

Rooms

The hotel features 70 upscale rooms, including deluxe accommodations with panoramic views of Oysterhaven Bay. Each room is equipped with contemporary amenities such as flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Accessible rooms are also available, offering luxurious comfort with necessary adaptations for guests with mobility needs.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Kinsale Hotel & Spa includes the Rockpool Restaurant, which specializes in locally sourced Irish cuisine combined with stunning bay views. The hotel also offers an informal bar setting, perfect for gatherings over snacks and drinks. Afternoon tea is available, featuring a selection of sweet and savory treats served in a relaxed atmosphere.

Leisure & Business

The Leisure Club incorporates a 20-meter swimming pool, hydrotherapy section, sauna, steam room, and fully equipped gym. The hotel also caters to business needs with various conference venues, including the Rathmore Suite, which can accommodate up to 260 guests. Customizable team-building activities and event planning support are also offered.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
15 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Garden view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Double Room
Max:
2 persons
27 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Sea view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Double Room
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Garden view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

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City Center
Kinsale 2.5 mi
Airports
Cork (ORK) 14.6 mi
Kerry (KIR) 79.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Ireland
Map view
street view
Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Ireland
Nearby
Mount Long Castle
2300 ft
Restaurants
Rockpool Restaurant
2200 ft
Rathmore Road Carlton Hotel & C Spa Kinsale

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
comfortable rooms
friendly staff
nineties time warp
needs tlc
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.8
Location
7.7
Service
7.0
Dining
5.6
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 10 reviews
8.4
8.4/10based on 1825 reviews
Thomas
United States of America, April  2024
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of comfort and nostalgia. The rooms were well-prepared and extremely comfortable, although showing some signs of age reminiscent of a nineties time warp. The service was exceptional, with the staff going above and beyond to cater to our needs. The location offered breathtaking views but also needed a bit of tender loving care. The dining experience was a delightful surprise with delicious options, although my mother found it just okay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very well prepared and extremely comfortable, just what we needed on our wedding day.
Service
9.0
The staff were well-mannered and truly made our stay special.
Location
7.0
The location was brilliant, offering wonderful views, especially at sunrise over the mountains.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent, with loads of tasty options, although some might find it just okay.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
comfortable rooms
nineties time warp
David
United Kingdom, February  2024
5.6/10

The hotel's rooms, although comfortable, show signs of wear from a bygone era, giving a slightly outdated feel. The temperature in some areas tends to be too warm, which can be uncomfortable. The service, while friendly, may lack attention to detail at times. The location needs some upgrades for a more relaxing experience and caters more to children rather than adults seeking a peaceful retreat. The dining experience varies from average to very poor, with limited options and inconsistent quality. The facilities are decent but could use improvements in certain areas.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable but showed signs of wear, giving a dated ambiance. The temperature in some areas was uncomfortably warm.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly but lacked attention to detail on some occasions.
Location
5.0
The location requires upgrades for a more relaxing stay and appears to be geared more towards children than adults seeking tranquility.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience ranged from average to very poor, with limited options and inconsistent quality.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities are decent but could benefit from enhancements in certain areas.
Jason
United States of America, February  2024
6.0/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was beautiful, but the hotel itself needs more work and care. The room was uncomfortably hot and lacked privacy, but the dining experience was pleasant. The service was hit and miss, and the pool area was lovely and clean.

Rooms
5.0
The room was way too hot, and I couldn't figure out how to make it cooler. Privacy was also an issue.
Service
6.0
The staff were pleasant but clueless about the menu.
Location
5.0
The hotel's location was beautiful, but sadly, the hotel itself needs more work and care.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was average, with polite staff but nothing exceptional.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was spotlessly clean and a nice place to relax.
Richard
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.4/10

The hotel had issues with cleanliness initially, but after switching rooms, I found them very nice and clean. The room was uncomfortably hot, and maintaining privacy was a challenge due to its layout. However, the service was consistently super nice and welcoming, with staff being attentive. The location was stunning, offering lovely views from the balcony. The dining experience had some hiccups, despite tasty food options. The facilities were good overall.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very nice and very clean, but the temperature control and privacy were problematic.
Service
8.0
The service was consistently super nice, friendly, and accommodating, with attentive staff.
Location
9.0
The location was stunning, with lovely views from the balcony.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some issues with service efficiency and variety, but the taste was good overall.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
Gary
United Kingdom, January  2024
6.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. While the service was fantastic with very helpful and professional staff, the dining experience left much to be desired due to slow service and poor standards. The location, though remote, offered beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere. The rooms, however, were a letdown as they were not very clean and the replacement was dark and uncomfortable.

Rooms
5.0
The room I initially got was not up to scratch - dirty, dark, and too hot. I had to move to another room which also had cleanliness issues.
Service
9.0
The staff were fantastic, very helpful, and professional, making my stay pleasant.
Location
8.0
The hotel is remote but boasts beautiful surroundings, including lovely walkways and bridges.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit of a letdown with slow service and poor standards. The breakfast lacked variety and efficiency.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel has some nice facilities, but improvements are needed in the dining area.
Marie
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, although lacking character for evening dining. The outstanding views of the countryside and the sea were a nice surprise, even with the bad weather. The service was excellent overall, from the moment of checking in to the friendly bar staff and wait staff at dinner and breakfast. The location was absolutely fabulous, though there were some issues with maintenance like tired and damaged seating. The dining experience, unfortunately, was chaotic due to water issues, and the food quality was subpar. The facilities were adequate for my needs, but with areas that needed improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfortable and clean, with outstanding views of the countryside and the sea.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with friendly and accommodating staff throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was absolutely fabulous, offering breathtaking views of the countryside and the sea.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing due to chaotic circumstances and poor food quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but could use some improvement in maintenance.
Daniel
United States of America, October  2023
7.4/10

The hotel offers a wonderful sea view from the rooms on rolling wooded hills, slightly outside the township of Kinsale, providing a great walk on the grounds. The rooms are beautiful, spotless clean with a great size, although there were some cleanliness issues, and the warmth required air conditioning even with the shades drawn. The service was a mix of rudeness and friendliness, with some miscommunication on facilities. The location offers serene views over Oysterhaven Bay with a lovely breakfast served at the restaurant. The dining experience was good with a nice swimming pool, though limited breakfast options were noted. Overall, a mix of positive and negative aspects but with significant potential.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were beautiful, spotless clean, and great in size, with an amazing view over the bay.
Service
6.0
The service had a mix of rudeness but also friendliness, although there were some communication issues regarding facilities.
Location
9.0
The location on rolling wooded hills offers superlative views over Oysterhaven Bay and is slightly outside the township of Kinsale, great for walks on the grounds.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, offering a nice swimming pool, although limited breakfast options were noted.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers good facilities, though some attention is needed in cleanliness.
Ian
United Kingdom, August  2023
8.0/10

The hotel had clean and spacious rooms overlooking the sea, but the massage service was limited. The staff's service was excellent overall, although some seemed inexperienced. The location was amazing, offering relaxation by the estuary, despite occasional taxi delays. The dining experience had some shortcomings but was overall fantastic. The hotel facilities were well-maintained, providing a great value for the money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and spacious with a sea view, though the massage service was limited.
Service
7.0
The service from checking in to the bar and wait staff was excellent, though some seemed inexperienced.
Location
9.0
The location was amazing, offering relaxation by the estuary, despite occasional taxi delays.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its flaws but was fantastic overall.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were well-maintained and offered great value for the money.
Robin
United Kingdom, July  2023
6.2/10

The hotel had large rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and a comfy bed, but there were some issues like worn furniture and a broken lamp fixture. The service was very friendly, especially in the bar/restaurant, but there seemed to be pressure on the staff, possibly due to management issues. The location offered stunning views overlooking the estuary, perfect for those who prefer a quieter setting away from the city. The dining experience was below par, with slow service and poor portions. Facilities were average.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were large with floor-to-ceiling windows and a comfy bed, though some furniture issues existed.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly but appeared to be under pressure, potentially due to staffing or management problems.
Location
8.0
The location provided stunning views overlooking the estuary, ideal for those seeking a serene setting outside the busy town.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar with slow service and small portions, not meeting expectations.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were average.
Don
United Kingdom, July  2023
6.2/10

The hotel is a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious but somewhat outdated, with a nice touch of air conditioning. The service was lacking, except for a couple of well-dressed gentlemen who stood out. The location provided a quiet retreat with beautiful views but lacked engaging staff. The dining experience was a hit or miss, with lovely breakfast but poorly executed full Irish dishes. The value for money was reasonable considering the included amenities like a relaxation room with a lackluster setting.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable but showed signs of wear, in need of a refresh. The air conditioning was a plus.
Service
5.0
The service, apart from a few exceptions, felt condescending and unhelpful. The lack of engagement was noticeable.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect for a tranquil getaway, surrounded by woodlands and offering modern amenities. En route to the lifts with attentive staff like Akhil standing out.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows. The breakfast selection was good, but the execution of some dishes was disappointing.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities offered were standard, with a relaxation room that lacked sophistication but included some thoughtful touches.
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