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7.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Shandon Bells Guest House

Western Road, Cork, ie

Shandon Bells Guest House - main view

About the Property

Riverside Charm and Comfort

Luxurious Room Amenities: Enjoy classically furnished rooms with wall-mounted LCD TVs, free WiFi, and tea/coffee facilities at Shandon Bells.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in a buffet breakfast or full Irish breakfasts during your stay for an authentic culinary experience.

Prime Location: Explore Cork's attractions with ease - from the famous English Market to University College Cork, all within walking distance.

Book your stay at Shandon Bells Guest House for a delightful riverside retreat!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note Pre-authorization is 4 days prior to arrival date, instead of two days. Kindly note that only 2 out of 12 rooms are located on the ground floor. The other 10 rooms are accessible via stairs only. Therefore the accommodations may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment. To request a ground floor room, please contact the property prior to arrival. American Express cards are not accepted. Free parking is available. Please note that this is a nonsmoking property and any violation will result in a 100 EUR fine. Directions: The property is located on a corner between Donovan Road and Western Road. When leaving from a city center (coming from a Washington Street) on your left side you will be passing by The River Lee Hotel. Shandon Bells Guest House is located just a couple of houses after the hotel, on the first set of traffic lights on the left side of the road. Eircode: T12 RC63 GPS coordinates: Latitude 51.8956418647737 Longitude -8.488526341799343 Kindly note that check-in earlier than 14:00 or later than 21:00 is not available unless requested prior to arrival. Changing the type of room from twin to double or from double to twin upon arrival is subject to availability and not possible if the property is fully booked for the date. Please note that the property requires photo ID: a passport, an ID card or a driving license. Guests who made their reservation later than 15 hours before check-in leave a 200 euro deposit against damage.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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Double Room

This room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, tea/coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Please note two double rooms are located on the ground floor. The other double rooms are only accessible via stairs.

15 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerHair dryerRadioDeskToilet

Double Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$263.4

$210.72

Includes taxes & fees

Double Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$308.56

$246.85

Includes taxes & fees
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1/5

Triple Room

This room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, tea/coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a shower, and free toiletries. Please note, this room is only accessible via stairs.

20 sqm
Sleeps 3
1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerHair dryerRadioDeskToilet

Triple Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$323.61

$258.89

Includes taxes & fees

Triple Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$368.76

$295.01

Includes taxes & fees
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Deluxe Double Room

This double room has a electric kettle and tea/coffee maker. Flat screen tv with NETFIX channel only. These rooms are located on the ground floor, second floor and third floor.

15 sqm
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerHair dryerRadioDeskToilet

Deluxe Double Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$278.46

$222.77

Includes taxes & fees

Deluxe Double Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$323.61

$258.89

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

7.9
Very Good5049 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness8.0
Service8.5
Location9.0
Room Quality7.0
Amenities7.5
Value for Money7.4
Food and Beverage8.0
Overall Experience7.9

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EmilycaCA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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HenrygbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Okay for a short stay."

6.0

Good location, near to the University of Cork and park. Bathroom was modern. Breakfast was good but expensive.

Room was small and dated. Motel in general needs a refurb.

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TraceyauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"It was fine"

6.0

Breakfast was good and location with stream behind the accommodation was nice. Exterior of building nice.

Inside was quite dated although the bathroom clean and renovated

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BillnzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 15, 2026

"Ok-just-for a night."

6.0

Nice staff.

Lots of stairs to get to our room.

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TomokojpJP
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 15, 2026

"居心地の良い宿"

8.0

少し歩くだけで中心部へ行ける。スタッフが明るく接してくれる。選んでいた部屋はとても狭いものだったが、なぜかそれなりに心地よかった。

特にない

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FionagbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"A great guesthouse, with exceptional breakfast. Will choose to stay again."

10.0

Very lovely and helpful staff, a lovely room with an excellent power shower and the best breakfast of our whole holiday.

Everything was perfect for us

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ClaudiadeDE
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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TaraieIE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Good"

1.0

Not much, really.. smelt and look like a bedsit I had when I was in college back in the 90,s. Had booked this in Jan to go to a concert close by.. Looks nothing like pics on the website. We were put into an attic room. Radiator paint crusty and falling off. Carpet thread bare. The bathroom floor was seriously slippy, but if you did fall, it would be OK cos it was so tiny you wouldn't even hit the ground. Light bulbs are missing. All the furniture was leaning to the right becos the floors were all slanted. Becos, it was an attic you had the ceiling slanted in, and having 2 adults in that one room was a joke. we had to literally climb over each other or crawl around the bed. Keys were just basta keys like you would have in your own bedroom at home. Definitely didn't feel safe. When guests next door were going in and out of their room, it was like they were coming into ours. Oh, and the conditions are their welcome pack. I have stayed in a good few hotels, but I have never seen where they warn their guests about a fine for wetting the bed or vomiting in the room!! 😂

Not much, really.. smelt and look like a bedsit I had when I was in college back in the 90,s. Had booked this in Jan to go to a concert close by.. Looks nothing like pics on the website. We were put into an attic room. Radiator paint crusty and falling off. Carpet thread bare. The bathroom floor was seriously slippy, but if you did fall, it would be OK cos it was so tiny you wouldn't even hit the ground. Light bulbs are missing. All the furniture was leaning to the right becos the floors were all slanted. Becos, it was an attic you had the ceiling slanted in, and having 2 adults in that one room was a joke. we had to literally climb over each other or crawl around the bed. Keys were just basta keys like you would have in your own bedroom at home. Definitely didn't feel safe. When guests next door were going in and out of their room, it was like they were coming into ours. Oh, and the conditions are their welcome pack. I have stayed in a good few hotels, but I have never seen where they warn their guests about a fine for wetting the bed or vomiting in the room!! 😂

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DanielbrBR
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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sylvianefrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Parking voiture Petit déjeuner très correct

Très impersonnel

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