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Kinsale Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Indoor pool
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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Cork
  • Place, Charles Fort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinsale Rugby Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Head Golf Links
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kinsale

Kinsale Rugby Club is within a mile (2 km) of Kinsale Hotel & Spa, and other popular sites like Charles Fort are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 70-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Charles Fort - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kinsale Rugby Club - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Old Head Golf Links - 28 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • University College Cork - 32 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Blarney Castle - 44 min drive - 26.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 37 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dock Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Koko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kitty O Se's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bulman Bar & Toddies Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kinsale Hotel & Spa

Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
Kinsale Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rockpool Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 10 2025 to December 8 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Kinsale Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kinsale Hotel & Spa on Dec 14, 2025 start from $170.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Kinsale, close to Charles Fort, Kinsale Rugby Club, and The Kinsale Museum. You'll also find Desmond Castle and James Fort within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is there a spa available at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy.

Does Kinsale Hotel & Spa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Kinsale Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Kinsale Hotel & Spa good for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Kinsale Hotel & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kinsale Hotel & Spa serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Rockpool Restaurant.

Does Kinsale Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kinsale Hotel & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

The closest major airport to Kinsale Hotel & Spa is Cork Airport (ORK), which is 14 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kinsale Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kinsale Hotel & Spa.

Does Kinsale Hotel & Spa have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Kinsale Hotel & Spa.

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