Southwest Ireland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes
St. Finbarr\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements
Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes and a river or creek
Glucksman Gallery featuring modern architecture
Bantry House which includes a park

Where to stay in Southwest Ireland

English Market showing markets, food and interior views

Cork City Centre

4/5(22 area reviews)

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
Killarney which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and landscape views

Killarney City Centre

If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Killarney National Park and Cinema Killarney are top sights worth seeing.

Killarney City Centre
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Victorian Quarter

4/5(33 area reviews)

Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.

Victorian Quarter
Glucksman Gallery which includes modern architecture

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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Dromhale

While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Kerry Way and Killarney Race Course.

Dromhale
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Ballycasheen

While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Killarney House Gardens and Cinema Killarney are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ballycasheen
The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Horgan's Quay, Cork, County Cork
The price is ฿4,821 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,821
฿5,471 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
"This hotel was amazing, the staff was friendly and professional… And completely helpful. Jesus provided lots of useful information for us so we had a good time at the local places. The hotel is conveniently located, the only bad part is they don’t have parking, but they do have a parking lot next ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

The Dean Cork
Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is ฿4,486 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,486
฿5,092 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfectly located for walking around and exploring. Great dining options nearby. Staff was super helpful with recommendations."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

4 out of 5
Southmall, Cork, Co. Cork
The price is ฿5,189 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿5,189
฿5,889 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The room was great except no fridge. No wash cloths or hand towels. Breakfast was good. Dinner lacking. Staff helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Park Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments

4 out of 5
High Street, Killarney, Kerry
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
"The picture in the listing is nit this hotel. This is a plain apartment in the city. But rooms were clean with plenty of space. Limited check in and out from 9:00-13:00 then 14:00-18:00. Which is ok, but needs to be planned around. Walking distance to Killarney shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Park Place Apartments
The Reserve at Muckross

The Reserve at Muckross

4 out of 5
Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Reserve at Muckross
Cobh Cork Urban Retreats

Cobh Cork Urban Retreats

3.5 out of 5
41 Lower Midleton St, Cobh, CO
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cobh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lusitania Memorial and Titanic Experience ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Property was amazing! Exactly as advertised. Great communication with property management. Perfect location! Would stay there again"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Cobh Cork Urban Retreats
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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