The Commodore Hotel sits on Westbourne Place in Cobh, looking out over Cork Harbour, and it is one of the best-known places to stay in town. It is a class-three property with a guest score of 9.0 from more than a thousand reviews. It has two restaurants and a bar, a rooftop terrace, a lobby fireplace, free Wi-Fi, an elevator and a 24-hour front desk. Many rooms have a sea view, and the top categories include the Maritime Suite, the Westbourne Suite and the Presidential Suite, each with a king bed and harbour views.
Location and getting around
Cobh is a compact town, and the hotel is a short walk from the waterfront, the Titanic Experience, the heritage centre and St Colman's Cathedral. The ferry to Spike Island leaves from Kennedy Pier, also within walking distance. Trains run to Cork about every half hour, taking around half an hour, so you can stay here and visit Cork city, Fota Wildlife Park and Midleton by rail.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms include singles, doubles, twins and king rooms, with sea-view options. A cooked breakfast is available for a surcharge, and the two restaurants serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, with brunch also offered. Rooms have kettles, heating, showers and free toiletries. The rooftop terrace is a pleasant place for a drink in clear weather, and there is a daily housekeeping service.
What to know
Parking is limited, so ask the hotel before you drive. Check-in runs from mid-afternoon until late evening, with check-out at noon. Sea-view rooms cost more but are worth it for the harbour outlook. The hotel suits couples, history fans and travellers who want a quiet seaside base instead of the city. In winter some Cobh sights keep reduced hours, so build your plan around the opening days.
Why stay here
- ✓Harbour-view rooms
- ✓Two restaurants and a bar
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Free in-room Wi-Fi
- ✓Lobby fireplace
- ✓Elevator
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Cooked-to-order breakfast
Good questions
Is the Commodore close to the Titanic Experience?+
Yes, Cobh is compact and the quay and its sights are a short walk away. The Spike Island ferry is also nearby.
How do I get from Cobh to Cork?+
Trains run regularly and take around half an hour. Fota Wildlife Park is on the same line.
Is parking available?+
Limited parking is listed, so ask the hotel before you drive.
