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*PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PAYMENT OF THE FIRST NIGHT WILL BE TAKEN 2 DAYS BEFORE ARRIVAL*

*IF THE FIRST NIGHT IS NOT PAID IN ADVANCE, THERE IS A CHANCE YOUR RESERVATION WILL BE CANCELLED*

*FOR GROUP RESERVATIONS, PLEASE EMAIL US

*Please note that guests under 18 can not stay in shared dorms, only private rooms. if you are travelling with children, please contact us in advance.

Located close to Cork City Centre, Sheilas Hostel is located within easy walking distance of everything Ireland's Real Capital has to offer.

Sheila's Cork Hostel is close to Corks best bars, cafes and restaurants and you will be within walking distance of all the top attractions including The English Market, Cork City Gaol and Shandon Steeple.

Dorms and private rooms available (the rooms at the front have amazing views of the city!)

Reception is open 24hrs and our shop provides tea, coffee and snacks at all times.

Check in time: 15:00
Check out time: 10:30am

Free WiFi!
Fully equipped kitchen.
Outdoor patio
Free Map of Cork City!
Discounts in local restaurants.
Lockers available to rent
Free parking overnight from 6:30pm- 8:30am Monday to Saturday. Free all day Sunday and Public Holidays!

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Jobs Board
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fax Service
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

8.6Fabulous(7973)
  • Value for Money
    8.2
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    8.0
  • Cleanliness
    8.3
  • Staff
    9.4
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    8.1
Summary of traveller reviews

Sheilas Cork Hostel in Ireland offers a fantastic location, praised for its proximity to the city centre. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff. While rooms can be compact, many appreciate the comfortable beds and privacy curtains. Some recent feedback notes that showers can be temperamental and rooms may lack ventilation, but overall it's a good base for exploring Cork.

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Stayed in Aug 2026
9.1
J
James
All Male Group, 31-40, Scotland
Staff were amazing! Not a fan of the lockers that you need to pay for at the Hostel and the toilets are very limited on the 3rd floor 😕. Loved the location and the private room was actually great. Good value for money. Thanks all
Stayed in Aug 2026
6.3
E
Elizabeth
Female, 18-24, USA
Odd range of people, school groups and older travelers. Not the most social for younger travelers. Bathrooms not great either no difference for boys or girls. Too much money for this hostel
Stayed in Jul 2026
7.7
J
Jeremy
Couple, 31-40, USA
Overall this place was good but there were a few small things that made it less than ideal. Firstly, while it is walking distance to the city center it’s at the top of a big hill. For most people it’s very doable routinely, but it could definitely be a problem for some folks. Many bathrooms are very tight with the toilet paper dispenser nearly 180 degrees behind you. Remember to grab TP before you get comfortable. No elevators. This place is not for people that struggle with mobility.
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Location

4 Belgrave Place, Wellington Road, Cork, Ireland
0.5km from city centre