I cannot recommend the Fernroyd House enough! Owners Tony and Avril were immensely welcoming, and…read moretheir knowledge of the area was very useful. Every morning, along with a great breakfast, they sat with us and walked us through our plans and gave tips and insight. The room was comfortable and we had plenty of privacy and quiet. Highly recommend!!!

Absolutely as the reviews say: excellent BNB! The hosts are lovely, food excellent, location…read moresuperb. We felt so at home. Would love to have stayed longer. Will most definitely return!

Olive is an extremely welcoming person, getting us settled on arrival with a pot of tea and some…read morebiscuits. So appreciated after a full day of travel from Canada. Once settled her restaurant, pub and sightseeing tips were first rate. Bed was very comfortable and house was quiet (although we were travelling during the off season). Having your own bathroom and shower is great as well. The breakfasts were top notch and ample, a light lunch at most was needed between breakfast and dinner. Central location also makes it attractive to those who like their amenities close by. Should we ever get back to Cork we would return here to stay.

I found Auburn House in Lonely Planet's Ireland book and I'm so glad we did! Olive and Kieran were…read moreby far our favorite B&B hosts throughout our tour of Ireland. Upon arriving, Olive was warm, welcoming, and took care of us with a pot of tea and chocolates and a friendly disposition that made us feel as if we were her old friends just popping by for a visit rather than strangers meeting for the first time. She had plenty of stories to share and wisdom on where to go and what to see while in Cork (and the appropriate maps to guide us in the right direction). Our room was cozy with a reasonably sized bathroom (by Irish standards) and a sweeping view over the city. The breakfast was prompt and piping hot - my husband raved about the black and white pudding, while I stuck to scrambled eggs, beans, and toast. Plus, the B&B is located a comfortable walking distance from the bus terminal and train station. I'd recommend Auburn House to any out of town visitors looking for the full B&B experience.

We honeymooned in Ireland last October. We purchased a travel package and drove around the south…read morewest coast for a week, stopping at various towns along the way. One of our favorite stops was in Kinsale at The Old Presbytery. It was little nervewracking actually arriving there since it involved driving along Kinsale's RIDICULOUSLY narrow roads (see my photo of the front of their building - that is a two lane road!). But once we arrived we were extremely pleased with this unique and charming B&B. The owners were welcoming and wonderful, providing us with a hand drawn map of the town with recommendations of restaurants to try and things to do. They knew it was our honeymoon, and our bed had rose petals in the shape of a heart (see my photos) when we arrived. The room was large, with a separate sitting area and a small balcony overlooking their parking lot and the town. Our bathroom had one of those old fashioned, lion claw style bath tubs in addition to a shower. I, of course, had to make use of the tub! We did and saw a lot of things while in Ireland, but one of our best memories of the entire trip was buying cheap wine at the local Supervalue and drinking it on our room's balcony while watching the sun set. There was just something so relaxing and life affirming about that moment, smelling the peat smoke from nearby chimneys, listening to sea birds singing back and forth overhead. And of course, a review of a B&B can't be complete without rating the breakfast. This was also top notch. I had scrambled eggs made with local cheese which was so delicious. I posted a photo of the hubby's breakfast which included salmon in the shape of a rose (I know there is an actual name for this but I forget what it is). They also had this cereal & raisin soaked yogurt concoction that I've never had anywhere else, but sticks out in my mind to this day as being so uniquely delicious. If you're planning a stop in Kinsale, I highly recommend The Old Presbytery.

The family that runs the Old Presbytery is very attentive and very helpful with suggestions of what…read moreto do while in Kinsale. The rooms were clean and welcoming. The breakfast that is included in your stay is 5-star worthy. Everything is made to order and homemade scones are ready for you as you wait for your breakfast. I had an egg sandwich and my wife had a seafood omelette. Rick Steves boasts about the Old Presbytery and he was right on with his recommendation. The Old Presbytery is within walking distance of shops, pubs, and the harbor. We would definitely stay there again.

Great Experience. The owner Grainne and her husband Patty were terrific host. Spent considerable…read moretime orienting us to the house and town. Rooms were quaint, comfortable and spacious. Gave us a range of dinner recommendations and made reservations for us at a perfect restaurant. We were leaving early the next morning but Grainne was kind enough to arrange a walking tour of the city early next morning, even walking us down to city center to introduce us to the guide. Great way to end a 10 day tour of Ireland!!

What a beautiful and convenient location for a B&B. The owners are incredibly kind, accommodating…read moreand lovely people. We booked a room with a king sized bed and the accommodations were that of a 4 star hotel. The breakfast in the morning was made to order and the food and service was top notch. I'd recommend anyone to stay at the Desmond house when visiting Kinsale because of the location, service, and accommodations. We will be staying there again when we return.

This bed & breakfast is in one the most attractive & tranquil rural settings that I've ever stayed…read morein, near to the river Blackwater. It's just outside the small village of Banteer, and around 17km west of the town of Mallow in north Co. Cork. Agherton Lodge is a 2-storey detached house in a very striking setting, so much so that you feel like you're the lord or lady of the manner staying in this environment, in a pleasant ranch-like way. A really nice lady who was originally from the north welcomed us the early evening we arrived, and she very kindly laid us out tea, coffee & biscuits in the open plan front room, which was much appreciated. There were spacious solid wood floors throughout, (good for my asthma), it all looked both spotlessly clean & new, as well as warm & inviting. There were 4 of us, 1 woman, 3 blokes, staying in 3 rooms. Our 'boss' and only girl each had spacious double rooms to themselves, I shared an equally spacious twin room with the other guy. It was €35 each, which I felt was very good for this standard of accommodation. The bedrooms were fantastic, bright, breezy & cheerful, all with ensuite. The doubles have a lovely indulgent looking bath. Jo was so impressed she photographed hers! The beds, even the singles were blissfully comfortable. My room had a superb south facing view of fields, trees & rolling hills in the background and horses,(very frisky horses), in the foreground, with big french windows that opened onto a balcony. It was just so lovely & peaceful standing on the balcony & watching the horses frolic around, on a lovely mild evening in October, and relaxed me completely before a show I was doing at the nearby Glen Theatre. After a bit of a drink with the generous guys at The Glen, the B&B was equally welcoming at night. It was quiet season I should stress, and it was just us 4 in residence, but bearing in that the mind the couple running it had a son, & a very friendly dog, we were given loads of space, and truly felt it was ours! Breakfast next morning was to an equally high standard, and generous. I always love places that don't seem like guesthouses but places that you feel, well at home in, and we all definitely felt at home here. Real 5 star quality, and a lovely place to base yourself if you want to explore Cork & Kerry by car.

Ross Castle Lodge Bed and Breakfast in Killarney, Ireland is a great value and a welcoming place to…read morestay. I was welcomed with a lovely chat over tea and a scone by the innkeeper Rosaleen O'Leary! I really appreciated her taking time to get to know me and share her thoughts on Irish history and culture. My room was good sized, appealing and a great value. Showers were hot with good water pressure. The gardens on the property were just gorgeous - imagine Secret Garden type plantings. My stay included a complete hot Irish breakfast with lots of coffee, eggs and Irish bacon - similar to a fried ham. Mmmm. I enjoyed a morning walk down the road to Ross Castle, which I highly recommend. Who knew the advancements in medieval architecture and defense? Ross Castle Lodge B&B is adjacent to the Killarney National Park, and one may walk through the park to get to the 'town' of Killarney where you'll find lots of restaurants, pubs & shops. Booking was easy via email. Walkable distance to town and the train station - but a cab is easier for arrivals! Info: Telephone: +353 64 6636942 Email: rosscastlelodge@eircom.net Website: http://www.rosscastlebnb.com

The O'Leary's are amazing and kind hosts and take great care of their guests. We arrived a bit late…read moreand they prepared tea and biscuits for us. They gave us great recommendations and also drove us to the bus station when we had to leave. Killarney was amazing! It was our favorite city in Ireland and we would love to go back. Plenty to do in the city with unique shops and restaurants. I would recommend renting bikes and riding into the national park.

Simple but lovely and welcoming BB slightly before the centre of the town, on a quiet road and…read morewithin close walking distance to pubs and restaurants. The rooms are basic, but the shower is fantastic and Rianne treats her guests very well with home made breads of all kinds, marmelade and jams, along with lots and lots of suggestions of things to do and places to eat and drink in the area. The couple also runs Aquaventures next door which offers diving experiences and boat tours.

From the owner: Bed & Breakfast - adjacent to Aquaventures dive centre (for qualified divers boat / offshore dives,…read moreunqualified individuals can do introduction courses) and family activities include guided snorkelling tours (minimum age 6) and whale & dolphin trips. Subject to minimum numbers and weather.

It was like you were at your grand parent's home. Chrissie and Tom could not be any more kind and…read morehospitable. They really care that you are comfortable and having a good time. The room was spacious, clean, nice comfortable mattress, nice fluffy and warm comforter. The bathroom was large, plenty of hot water with good pressure. The breakfast was amazing. There is one large table which is lovely for socializing with the other guests. Our breakfast took an hour and a half. You can walk to pretty much anywhere within 5-10 minutes. We can't wait to come back.

My husband & I stayed here for 2 nights during our trip to Ireland and had a wonderful stay! Helen…read more& Frank were lovely- very welcoming and wonderful hosts. They truly made you feel comfortable and right at home. Frank was even kind enough to drive us to the center of town one evening. The house is beautiful, located right on the Kenmare Golf Course with a great patio you can sit out and enjoy on sunny days. Our room was perfect-spacious, bed comfy and bathroom meticulously clean. Breakfast was delicious and coffee nice & strong(the way I like!). The location of the B&B is ideal- a quick 10-15 minute walk to the center of town where there are ample delicious restaurants/good pubs. Staying in Kenmare is also a great spot to visit the Ring of Kerry and the Beara Peninsula- of which we visited both during our stay. I cannot say enough great things about The Old Church B&B and would stay here again in a heartbeat. It was one of my favorite B&B's during our two week Wild Atlantic Way road trip.

Lovely house, lovely hosts, good breakfast, nice shower! There's also a nice lounge to spend the…read moreevening in if you like. Wireless was secure and speedy.