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The 10 Best Hostels in Cork, Ireland

Some of the best backpacker spots in Cork

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Sheila's Cork Hostel is less than 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Cork. It has a sauna, and offers free Wi-Fi, free city maps and free movies in the cinema room.

Sheila's Hostel is a short walk from St. Patrick's Quay and Cork Opera House. The bus and train stations are very close by.

Beside my college and near to city central. Easily accessible, hastle free payment

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7.3
Good
4,054 reviews
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£24
per night

Located in Cork, Bru Bar & Hostel features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 1.6 km from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, 2.7 km from Páirc Uí Chaoimh and 3 km from University College Cork. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Spacious warm rooms, comfortable beds, very clean showers, bar downstairs with live music, bar staff were hospitable, central location

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7.4
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568 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Cork

  • Avg. price/night: £187.63
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,745 reviews
    Fabulous quirky hotel in great location...near to station and centre of city. Staff super friendly and facilities first class. A lot of thought has gone into the decor and it's just right.
    Ann
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £214.19
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,162 reviews
    Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff, great location
    Sheila
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £222.76
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,002 reviews
    One of my most disappointing stays! Mixture of reasons. Rooms cold, bad service, not a great location but worst is been ignored when asked for feedback
    Shane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £175.64
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,400 reviews
    It was a pleasant stay, great location, friendly staff, very clean and comfortable place, bright and beautiful view to the river.
    Mateus
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £120.55
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,053 reviews
    Situated close to city centre Breakfast was cheap. Towels were very good Noisy but like most hostels Felt safe and secure
    George
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £120.55
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,053 reviews
    It was clean, quiet, had pretty much everything you’d need. Breakfast options and towel rental and essential such as toothpaste etc were available and really cheap. Staff were brilliant. As a solo female traveler in a mixed dorm I felt safe which is such a relief. I booked on short notice due to a family emergency in cork and was so relieved it was as nice as it was.
    Ciara
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    The apartment was clean, modern, and in a great location. The staff are friendly and helpful. It's very safe and secure, with key cards used at various stages to get access to the building. It's an ideal option if you're on a budget and looking for something simple.
    Laoise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £157.64
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,852 reviews
    Great location + cheap parking Staff was super friendly Room was clean and really comfortable A huge plus is that just outside of the hotel entrance there is a great restaurant offering a variety of culinary choices
    George
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £120.55
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,053 reviews
    Great facilities, lovely staff and a spacious hostel so room to meet new people and socialise without feeling cramped
    Lee
    Solo traveller
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,141 reviews
    I was very impressed at the level of cleanliness and how modern the apartment was. The room was in a great location and felt safe and secure.
    Nicole
    Group