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The Old Dispensary

3.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Kinsale

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Green Hill, Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale, County Cork, P17 XK81
  • Place, The Kinsale Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Multose Church
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Desmond Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1 )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio, Ensuite (Luxury Studio Ensuite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kinsale

The Old Dispensary places you within a 10-minute stroll of The Kinsale Museum and Saint Multose Church.
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What's nearby

  • The Kinsale Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Saint Multose Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Desmond Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kinsale Rugby Club - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Charles Fort - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 39 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kitty O Se's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Koko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dino's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jim Edwards - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Old Dispensary

Adults-only guesthouse in Kinsale
At The Old Dispensary, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Old Dispensary?

This guesthouse in Kinsale is within a 10-minute walk of Desmond Castle and The Kinsale Museum. You'll also find Kinsale Golf Club and James Fort within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Old Dispensary?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does The Old Dispensary feature a casino?

No, The Old Dispensary doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Old Dispensary?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about The Old Dispensary?

Couples staying at this adults-only guesthouse can choose accommodations that offer fireplaces, soaking tubs, and memory foam mattresses.

Does The Old Dispensary have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Old Dispensary have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Old Dispensary doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Old Dispensary allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Old Dispensary for a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night.

Does The Old Dispensary have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Old Dispensary?

The closest major airport to The Old Dispensary is Cork Airport (ORK), which is 13.5 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Dispensary?

Yes, some accommodations at The Old Dispensary offer a deck.

The Old Dispensary Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 122 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location in the heart of Kinsale. Everything is walkable. The studio is beautiful, but the bed is soft, and the kitchen is not well stocked. No pans were oven safe. No paring or chef’s knives. More than a few cobwebs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient to this charming seaside town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

KRISTIN, Denver

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
No elevator and we were on the 5th floor which we were unaware of. Difficult carry suit cases up 5 flights of stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

RONALD

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lower expectations

Place had not been cleaned to any standard.
Hair left on the sponge
Restroom door
Microwave was a mess
Raisin and filth on the kitchen floor
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is within walking distance to everything and still fairly quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Failure to Communicate

We did not have a working key for our room. We emailed our contact and he was unresponsive. We carried our valuables wherever we went. The dignal for the tv didn’t work. Again, the representative was unresponsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big room with plenty of storage. Issues were, not particularly clean, bathroom cabinet in particular. No cover on the ironing board & no remote for the TV. Jacket left from previous guest. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is convenient to restaurants, pubs, and other attractions in Kinsale village. It was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice lodgings

The location is excellent, up a few steps from street level. Bear this is mind if you have suitcases. There is a bar just a few doors away and there is some noise from here at night, but nothing too much and didn't really disturb us. The room we had was large & spacious. 2 chairs would have been better than the one chair. There was tea & coffee provided and a mini fridge in the room. The bed was comfortable with power sockets nearby. The shower was excellent. Bathroom extractor fan was broken and some of the lights were also not working. Basic maintenance items could be improved. But overall, a nice lodge for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cozette L

Disliked: Amenities
The room was big and fine but we did not know that we had to drag our heavy suitcases up a large flight of outside stairs and a flight inside the building. The towels in the bathroom were quite old and not to absorbent. The shower was very nice, however. The bed was comfortable, and the view from the windows were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Mouldy and dirty

The apartment was a very good size, with an outdoor space, but unfortunately it was unclean, had a significant amount of black mould throughout the bathroom, hallway and bedroom area. The stairwell, entire apartment, bedding, towels and soft furnishings smelt strongly of damp. We came away with a lot of what look like flea bits We are disappointed, we feel that the price paid was not reflected in the apartment we were given, as you will see in the pictures a good majority could have been cleaned prior to our arrival
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Review

Bed comfortable shower very good Double room but only 1 bedside locker and 1 side lamp. Room badly needing an upgrade ie paint job as very dated. Towels provided were threadbare. Small outdoor area completely overgrown so useless. Door to ensuite would not close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, room large and brite. I asked for an extra chair and one was found quickly and delivered. Much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very easy check in and check out system. Super large room and bathroom. Parking right outside. Great communication. Perfect location for restaurants etc in Kinsale. Great breakfast in the Cosy Cafe and Lemon Leaf.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

ANNE, GOLDEN

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was freezing & it took a day before the heat was fixed by staff. Difficulty communicating with staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took a little bit to find parking. TV didn’t work but the owner immediately addressed it and tried to get it to work. Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, wonderful location, lots of sunlight in the room, very clean and wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Courtney

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very centrally located and we enjoyed being able to walk everywhere. However, the owner took many days to respond via email in the days leading up to our reservation when I had questions, did not provide a fan when our room was very hot, and the cleanliness of the room was pretty disappointing. It smelled of mold/mildew, there were stains on the bedding and towels, and on the last night we heard scurrying in the night (I assume a small animal such as a mouse or such in the attic doors). I would not stay here again unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Lake City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Old building with a lot of character. Only complaint is the shower was a bit moldy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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