About Cork

As well as being Ireland’s second largest city, Cork is the capital of the ‘Rebel County’ and is a great choice for a short break or a longer stay. Located on the banks of the River Lee, this city provides visitors with an impressive selection of things to see and do, along with entertaining nightlife and friendly Corkonians. view more»

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Cork City Reviews

europe2008

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Cork was good for one thing - The Blarney Stone

SO terrible.

  • Insider tip:DO NOT - DO NOT - Stay at Sheila's.

PilarGrapes

50{1}%

Not called the Culture Capital for nothing!

2005's European Culture Capital, Cork is a smaller city than Dublin and feels more Irish than European. Bring your raincoat and make sure to visit Blarney Castle and try your luck kissing the Blarney Stone.

sarathevoya

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a wonderful city brimming with fun stuff to do- doesn't lose its irish character

AlexInterna

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Cork is "functional"...

"Functional" in terms of that we did'nt find such nice places to stay the evenings/nights (no area like Temple Bar, too less pubs/clubs/bars). Nevertheless, Cork is a nice place for shopping and a short stay to see the city "highlights" and those around it, including Kinsale and the castles.

AlexInterna

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Cork is "functional"

"Functional" in terms of that we did'nt find such nice places to stay the evenings/nights (no area like Temple Bar, too less pubs/clubs/bars). Nevertheless, Cork is a nice place for shopping and a short stay to see the city "highlights" and those around it, including Kinsale and the castles.

  • Insider tip:Bru Bar+Hostel, 54 McCurtain Street. Nice bar, nice beer, nice music. 3min from bus station. Free wifi access and Paulaner beer as well available ;)

Cork City Hostels

  • Bru Bar & Hostel

    Bru Bar & Hostel

    Bru Bar and Hostel is Cork City's newest hostel. Located just a 2 minute walk from the bus and train stations right in the city centre... view more»

  • Aaran House Tourist Hostel

    Aaran House Tourist Hostel

    Aaran House Tourist Hostel is located 5 minutes from the bus station and city centre... view more»

  • Cork International Youth Hostel (An Oige)

    Cork International Youth Hostel (An Oige)

    **All ensuite rooms** Billy and Breda welcome you to Cork City's only Hostelling International approved hostel. view more»

  • Sheilas Hostel

    Sheilas Hostel

    Sheila's is a cosy, family-run Budget Accommodation Centre only 3 minutes walk from bus, train, shops, view more»

  • Kinlay House Cork

    Kinlay House Cork

    Kinlay House Shandon is situated in the beautiful old part of Cork City under the famous Bells of Shandon... view more»

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