About

Book a few days in Bru and see what Cork has to offer. Great pubs (we have one on the ground floor!), restaurants, festivals and 50,000 students always looking for a good time. Historical sites, famous tourist attractions and the best weather in Ireland.


N.B. 3 BED PRIVATE ROOMS = DOUBLE BED + SINGLE BUNK
N.B. Brú Bar & Hostel Ltd reserves the right to take the balance of the 1st nights payment 1 day prior to arrival date.
Reception open from 7.30am to 11pm everyday. Check in time is from 2pm to 11pm. Check out is 11am.


Help with all travel/activities/nights out etc.

Closest Hostel to Bus station, Train station, Air coach/City Link drop off.


Free WiFi
Free maps
Free Iron etc
Free Hair Dryers/Straighteners
Free Breakfast


Laundry services on street ( 2 minutes away, ask at reception)

10% discount at several local restaurants

Hen & Stag parties welcome, but please check out the group booking criteria when making a booking. ( 2 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY FOR 10+ PERSONS ON WEEKENDS)
We do not accept student or University groups in our hostel.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions WE DO NOT ACCEPT guests using our hostel for their isolation period. If we suspect that a booking is made for this reason then unfortunately we will cancel the reservation.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Housekeeping
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Reviews

8.2Fabulous(8527)
  • Value for Money
    7.6
  • Security
    8.7
  • Atmosphere
    7.9
  • Cleanliness
    8.0
  • Staff
    9.0
  • Location
    8.9
  • Facilities
    7.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Bru Bar & Hostel in Cork offers a fantastic central location, perfect for exploring the city. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff. While the bar downstairs provides a lively atmosphere, some recent reviews mention rooms can be warm and occasionally noisy. Basic breakfast is provided.

Stayed in Jun 2026
10
R
Ruaidhrí
Male, 25-30, Ireland
Great central location, super friendly and helpful staff! No complaints!
Stayed in Jun 2026
8.3
B
Brenna
All Female Group, 18-24, USA
The sheets and bedding were very properly clean as well as the room. The vibe of the hostel was chill and respectful, with a mix of mostly older individuals. I enjoyed the proximity to the city center and the breakfast options.
Stayed in Mar 2026
6.6
D
Daria
Female, 25-30, Netherlands
Friendly staff. The breakfast was really disappointing for the price that a night at this hostel costs. The rooms are old but functional. The location is great.
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Location

57 MacCurtain Street, Cork City, Cork, Ireland
0.4km from city centre