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Garnish House Guesthouse

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian guest house near University College Cork

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 14 per person)
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Western Road, Cork, Cork
  • University College Cork
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • English Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cork City Gaol
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room Single Use | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cork

Heart of Cork.Steps from the guesthouse, you'll find Donovan's Bridge and Glucksman Gallery. University College Cork and Cork Public Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • English Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cork City Gaol - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cork University Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 15 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costigan's Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Mardyke Entertainment Complex - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Dock - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lennox Jackie - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Station - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Garnish House Guesthouse

3-star Victorian guest house near University College Cork
As a guest of Garnish House Guesthouse, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Garnish House Guesthouse also features a fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Cork guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Garnish House Guesthouse offers 30 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This Cork guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Russian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 8 for children

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

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Garnish House Guesthouse.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Garnish House Guesthouse to the airport?

Garnish House Guesthouse is 4.6 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Garnish House Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Garnish House Guesthouse.

How close is Garnish House Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is 13.9 mi (23-min drive) from Fountainstown Beach and 14 mi (24-min drive) from Myrtleville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Garnish House Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Garnish House Guesthouse, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14 for adults and EUR 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Garnish House Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Garnish House Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Garnish House Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Garnish House Guesthouse have a pool?

Garnish House Guesthouse does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Garnish House Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Garnish House Guesthouse to downtown Cork?

Garnish House Guesthouse is 0.7 mi away from Cork.

Garnish House Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 878 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 878 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 878 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 878 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 878 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

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

Very comfortable

There for 4 nights big room with very very comfortable beds, we were in the house across the road from the main building and therefore had use of kitchen and sitting room. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic friendly welcome clean rooms and lovely staff comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fast and efficient and friendly check in. Made me feel very welcome. Will definately stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast has got even better, just superb. Staff really nice and great location. Only gripe was that I could not find RTE2 on telly to watch match - but that might be my fault!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were incredibly welcoming, very cordial, and gave great recommendations on where to eat in Cork. It's located right across from UCC which has a beautiful and scenic campus, and is within a 10-15 minute walk of everything you need in the main part of the city, but just enough outside to miss any city noise. The scones they give for the introductory tea and at breakfast were honestly so delicious! The bed was wonderfully comfortable, and as a king size that was two singles pushed together (which is common practice, so that's not a downside) it was barely noticeable because they used a high quality mattress topper. The only downside is the bathroom which was very little, but still we had a wonderful stay. Be mindful that when you book through third party websites like this that the breakfasts aren't included at will cost an extra €14 each if you choose to avail of it (but do because it's really something else).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rose, Fredericton Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice. When we arrived they gave us tea coffee and biscuits. Very clean. Good location next to the university. Parking. With room breakfast was amazing. Would definately stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Average

room was noisy due to a water tank gurgling loudly all night. Teapot contained previous guests cold tea. No replenishment of teabags when room was serviced. Decent size room with comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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

brilliant

Very welcoming and friendly staff! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

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

Top notch service

Everything was great. Beds were comfortable, rooms were super clean, the shower had good pressure, breakfast was amazing, great service overall. They provided welcome tea and scones upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, comfortable room , with in walking distance of city center, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a convenient location and parking included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spartan. Not enough water pressure to take a shower. Badly clogged sink. Friendly staff. Location is pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Aidan

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

Garnish House

Garnish House is a lovely little B & B. Reasonably priced located within walking distance of the city centre. The staff were efficient and friendly. I would have no reservations in recommending Harnish House for accommodation in Cork City.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

D E J

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

Simply the BEST!!

Absolutely wonderful! I simply can't rate this place highly enough! On arrival, guests are shown to the dining room and presented with a sumptuous afternoon tea selection of home baked goodies, jams and a pot of tea - amazing! The duty manager who greeted me was extremely welcoming and helpful, taking my bags to my room and explaining details. My room, though small, was delightful, spotlessly clean, quiet and very comfortable. My request for a lower floor room - I have limited mobility - was happily granted. Whilst staying at Garnish House, my sore throat and cold developed into a sinus infection and bronchitis so I wasn't able to go sightseeing. However, my lovely room was a welcome retreat. Late checkout of 12pm (standard policy at Garnish House) was a lifesaver for me meaning that I could rest in bed until catching a taxi to my coach. When I did finally surface to say goodbye, a dear lady (I think she was the owner) greeted me and said just to sit in the lounge to wait for my taxi and she'd get a cup of tea for me. Bless her, not just a cup of tea but a whole pot together with scones, butter and jam!!! In every aspect - service above and beyond the norm, room condition, staff, value for money and location (very handy to town) Garnish House Guest House excels. I certainly wouldn't consider staying anywher else if I 'm fortunate enough to revisit Cork in the future and I highly recommend it to all travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019