Friar's Lodge offers accommodations in Kinsale, 15 miles from Cork City Hall and 16 miles from Cork Custom House. This guest house features free private parking, an elevator, and free Wifi. Kent Train Station is 16 miles from the guest house, and Pairc Ui Chaoimh is 17 miles away. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. There's a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer in each unit, along with free toiletries. At the guest house, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. University College Cork is 17 miles from the guest house, while Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral is 18 miles from the property. Cork Airport is 11 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    United States United States
    great location-comfortable rooms that are large. staff is great
  • Voyageusephoto
    France France
    The staff was very nice with us! We enjoyed the free breakfast very much after a good night sleep
  • James
    United States United States
    Clean, spacious and centrally located. Great breakfast.
  • John
    United States United States
    Beautiful facility and great staff with delicious Irish breakfast. We stayed a total of 3 nights this time and were here last year also. Our host, Mary, was lovely as always.
  • Kenneth
    United States United States
    Great location--just a few blocks to center of town. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Great breakfast. Ample off-street parking.
  • Stephen
    United States United States
    Facilities were exceptionally clean. Location was very close to town yet far enough away to be quiet. The staff were quite accommodating. The off street parking was a bonus. A nice breakfast too
  • Robert
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything. Local to the centre of town. Room was spacious, clean and had all we needed. Breakfast was 10 out of 10. Staff were welcoming, friendly and efficient.
  • Mcculloch
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location. Lovely room with comfy bed. Great breakfast and a great host and staff.
  • Heidi-anne
    United States United States
    Two blocks from town and all the shopping, restaurants and pubs. Clean, large space and bathroom. Every thing you could want was in the room. Really nice staff who let us an electric socket converter. Breakfast was one of the best on the trip....
  • Michelle
    United States United States
    Breakfast was personalized and hot and the staff was very helpful and friendly.

Host Info

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Friar's Lodge is situated in the heart of beautiful and historic Kinsale . A very quiet location offering off street car parking, free wifi and a varied and delicious breakfast.
Kinsale offers beautiful scenery and is home to many world famous restaurants and music venues.A mere twenty minutes drive to Cork Airport. Perched on the Wild Atlantic Way and on the doorstep of stunning West Cork. In Kinsale there are a host of top class visitor attractions including a ghost tour, walking tour, boat and fishing trips horse riding and the world famous Old Head Golf Links.
Languages spoken: Spanish,Lithuanian

Area info

Amenities of Friar's Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • High chair
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Suit press
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Laundry
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • Lithuanian

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

FAQs about Friar's Lodge

  • Room options at Friar"s Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Friar"s Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Temporary art galleries

  • The prices at Friar"s Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel"s policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Friar"s Lodge is 1,150 feet from the center of Kinsale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Friar"s Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.