Best Hotels in County Cork for 2025

Cork is easily one of Ireland's most beautiful counties. Whether you head to East Cork for some family fun and adventure, or to West Cork for art, music and all things foodie, there's plenty there for every type of traveller. And best of all, wherever you turn, you'll be surrounded by the breath-taking natural beauty of Cork. The Western Road district is a good bet for city centre luxury, or look around Shandon and Ballymacthomas for budget deals. With plenty of cheap hotels in Cork, you can enjoy a very budget-friendly break here. Or if you like a little luxury, there are many high-end hotels in Cork to choose from. With prices ranging from €60 up to €125, there are accommodation options for every budget.

Active fun and delicious feasts in Cork

Family entertainment, coastal walks and water sports, as well as food markets and music festivals - all of this and much much more can be enjoyed in Cork. Head East to Youghal if you like active seaside fun, boating and fishing. The area is packed with activities for adventure seekers. Midleton is home to East Cork's famous Old Midleton distillery. West Cork is the perfect place to take a road trip. With its stunningly rugged landscape, the region is full of lovely little towns and quaint villages to explore. If food is one of your passions, start your trip in Kinsale - the gourmet capital of Ireland. Then continue along to Skibberreen, a food festival town, and finish your trip in Macroon. Here a weekly market takes place and it’s packed full of locally-grown produce and home-made delicacies. Staying in one of many excellent hotels in Cork city, means you can easily explore the whole region and enjoy some urban tourist attractions when you don't feel like venturing far.

Choosing your Cork hotels

Whether you like a quiet countryside idyll, prefer active adventures or the hustle and bustle of a city break, you can find it all in the beautiful Cork county. Cork hotels in the centre of the city make an excellent starting point to your holiday. Spend a day in town, enjoy its bustling night life then recharge in your cosy room ready for the next days' new adventure in rural Cork. ebookers can help find your perfect holiday bolthole in Ireland - so explore, book and enjoy!