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We offer our B&B guests a quiet space in a safe – and lovely – residential suburb close to city’s heart. We are the only accommodation provider in the historic suburb of Blackrock and the closest guest house to:

This is coming from someone who travels A LOT: This place feels like home. Mostly thanks to the hosts. They are nice and open, and just go every way to help you, like whatever you need. I so hope i shall get a chance to stay there some day again.

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9.5
Exceptional
436 reviews
Price from
SAR 686
per night

Overlooking Fitzgerald Park, The Redclyffe Guesthouse is opposite University College Cork. Cork city centre is a 10-minute walk and Redclyffe offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and traditional breakfasts.

wonderful hosts , clean and cozy room and great location

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8.4
Very good
1,666 reviews
Price from
SAR 363
per night

Most rooms at Gabriel House Guesthouse boast stunning views of the garden and countryside. Rooms all feature TVs. All guests have access to filtered water and fresh ice available from reception.

Guests can pick out freshly laid eggs for breakfast each morning from the house’s own resident hens. A traditional Irish breakfast is served daily and made from local ingredients, while breads, biscuits scones are freshly home-baked every day.

Time what I spent in Gabriel Guesthouse was absolutely amazing. I stayed in a room with gorgeous views on the city and breakfast was so delicious. Also, staff is very friendly and caring. Thank you so much for everything!

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8.7
Fabulous
4,251 reviews
Price from
SAR 858
per night

On the banks of the River Lee, this stylish 4-star lodge offers modern rooms with LCD TVs and power showers. Cork centre is just a 10-minute walk away, and free parking and free Wi-Fi are available.

Each spacious room includes a private bathroom and hairdryer. Cable TV channels are provided, along with comfortable king-size beds and free tea, coffee, and biscuits.

Place is central, clean and very easy to get to. Breakfast is excellent. Walking distance to the center of the city. Parking included is a bonus

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8.2
Very good
2,553 reviews
Price from
SAR 561
per night

This lovely Victorian building is in quiet, private walled gardens and is 3 km from Cork city centre, with buses stopping outside the door. It is now a 4-star guest house and has free Wi-Fi and parking.

The crew, the facilities and the rooms were amazing. The breakfast was a really nice perk, delicious and great.

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8.2
Very good
2,909 reviews
Price from
SAR 561
per night

At the guest house, each unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units feature a private entrance. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

location was perfect. Douglas has nice restaurants and Cork a short bus ride away!

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8.4
Very good
781 reviews
Price from
SAR 475
per night

The guest house features a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house.

Skibbereen Golf Club is 22 km from the guest house. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 60 km from The Landmark.

Room was great confy bed really good price

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8
Very good
66 reviews
Price from
SAR 404
per night

Offering free WiFi and city views, The exchange buildings is an accommodation located in Cork, just 700 metres from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and 700 metres from Cork Custom House. It is situated 700 metres from Cork City Hall and provides private check-in and check-out. Páirc Uí Chaoimh is 3.1 km away and Blarney Stone is 11 km from the guest house.

Loved the period decor and great central location.

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6.2
Review score
222 reviews
Price from
SAR 441
per night

Boasting 4 AA stars, this guest house provides contemporary, elegant accommodation just a 20-minute walk from Cork city centre.

All the bedrooms in the Crawford House- ScholarLee Living Apartments provide the ultimate in comfort with oak wood furniture and 6-foot orthopaedic beds. All rooms are en suite with bath and/or shower facilities.

Location excellent.... apartment spacious and very clean

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7.6
Good
554 reviews
Price from
SAR 565
per night

Set 1.1 km from Kent Railway Station, 1.4 km from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and 2.5 km from University College Cork, Cork city En-suite Single room offers accommodation located in Cork. The property has river and city views, and is less than 1 km from Cork City Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Cork Custom House is 800 metres away.

Páirc Uí Chaoimh is 3.1 km from the guest house, while Blarney Stone is 9.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 9 km from Cork city En-suite Single room.

Location seemed to be okay but I didn't spend a lot of time there. I was grateful that a market was nearby so that I could grab some food to eat in the room. Having a kettle in the room was nice.

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7.7
Good
30 reviews
Price from
SAR 250
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: SAR 1,312.04
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,336 reviews
    Great location, room was clean, comfortable and very quiet considering city centre location.
    Sinéad
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 419.65
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,178 reviews
    This place is a great hostel in a perfect location. It was clean and the room had an en suite bathroom! and was pretty quiet. The kitchen had everything needed to cook a meal easily. Lots of sitting room and even a "theatre room" are great bonuses!
    Krista Clem O'Sullivan
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,217 reviews
    Great location, walking distance to the city centre. Host Tim was a great character, great sense of humour and very welcoming and knowledgeable . Parking available at the back of the guesthouse.
    Eamonn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 786.21
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,640 reviews
    Comfortable rooms at a very good price. Reception staff were great and really helpful with anything we asked for. Great location as well, right by the entrance to University College Cork. There are lots of buses from the city centre to the guest house as well.
    Catherine O'Regan
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,217 reviews
    Loved our stay at Anam Cara. Aideen and Tim are great hosts and knowledgeable of the area. Great location close to the centre of Cork. Excellent breakfast. Would highly recommend
    paul
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 786.21
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,640 reviews
    Great location, only a few minutes away from the city centre, Bus stop a few steps away from the guest house and opposide the University College Cork. Room was clean and cosy and the bed very comfortable. Very tasty breakfast and very friendly stuff. Will come back again. Thanks a lot for the nice stay.
    Jana
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 216 reviews
    A great place for those who are tired of the bustle of the city, and want to be a little quiet in unity with nature. Great house, nature, great host
    Oleksii
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 786.21
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,640 reviews
    If you are looking for a quiet, stylish place yet close to the city center, this is the bed and breakfast for you. Added to this are great breakfasts and clean, well-equipped rooms
    Jarek
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,251 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel in great location, very close to city center
    RichardMcNerney
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,015 reviews
    The room was large and bed was really comfortable. The hosts were very helpful and kind. Great location close to city centre.
    Christine
    Young couple

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