Isaacs Hotel is at 48 MacCurtain Street in the Victorian Quarter, on the north bank of the Lee and a short walk from Kent railway station, from where trains run to Cobh and Midleton. It is a class-three property, with a guest score of 9.2 out of 10 from more than a thousand reviews. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, Greenes, serving breakfast and dinner, a bar and courtyard, free in-room Wi-Fi and a lobby fireplace. Rooms include deluxe twins and doubles, superior doubles, triples and a range of apartments for longer stays.
Location and getting around
MacCurtain Street is a lively strip of pubs, cafes and small restaurants. The city centre across the river, the English Market and St Patrick's Street are a ten-minute walk, and Shandon is a short uphill stroll the other way. Kent station is close by, which makes this an excellent base for day trips to Cobh, Fota and Midleton by train without a car.
Rooms and facilities
Standard rooms are compact and comfortable, and there are bigger superior rooms, triples, and apartments with two or three bedrooms, some in nearby annex buildings that are stairs only. The apartments suit families and groups. A cooked breakfast is available for a surcharge, and the restaurant has a good reputation locally. The courtyard bar is pleasant in dry weather. Rooms have kettles, safes and heating.
What to know
There is no parking at the property, and the nearby car park can be expensive, so it is best without a car. Street noise is possible in rooms facing MacCurtain Street, so ask for a quieter room. Check-in starts in the afternoon and runs to midnight. It suits budget-minded couples, families who want apartment space, and independent travellers who plan to use the train. For a quieter, more luxurious stay, look at Hayfield Manor.
Why stay here
- ✓Walk to Kent railway station
- ✓Restaurant serving breakfast and dinner
- ✓Bar and courtyard
- ✓Free in-room Wi-Fi
- ✓Apartments for groups
- ✓Lobby fireplace
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Laundry facilities
Good questions
Is Isaacs Hotel near the train station?+
Yes, Kent station is a short walk away, with trains to Cobh and Midleton. That makes it ideal for rail day trips.
Is there parking?+
No parking is offered at the hotel, and the nearby car park can be pricey. Plan to arrive by train or taxi.
Does it have family rooms or apartments?+
Yes, there are triple rooms and several two and three bedroom apartments. Some apartments are on stairs only, so ask about access.
