In Kinsale’s centre, this boutique hotel features free WiFi and a modern seafood restaurant. Cork Airport is a 25-minute drive away from The Blue Haven. Each classically decorated room at The Blue Haven Hotel enjoys cosy pocket-sprung beds along with tea/coffee-making facilities. With free toiletries, there is also an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Full Irish breakfasts are provided each day, and the Blue Haven Café serves homemade cakes and coffee, along with a seasonal menu from fresh ingredients. The Fishmarket Restaurant specialises in seafood, using local produce in its menu. Garrestown Beach can be reached in 20 minutes by car, while Charlesfort is a 10-minute walk away. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the beautiful Old Head Golf Links are 20 minutes’ drive from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kiernan
    Ireland Ireland
    The fact that you could have a few pints and listen to some good music and then retire straight to bed.. Also, central location allows you to explore Kinsale.
  • Cathy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great bar with live music and restaurant had awesome meals!!! Friendly restaurant staff!!!
  • Hilde
    Ireland Ireland
    The receptionist was an absolute joy to chat with and so helpful. We were upgraded to a family room, as we are friends, not partners, so we asked for 2 single beds and we got them at no extra charge - that was perfect. The hotel is lovely, I have...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Irish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Blue Haven Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 1.50 per hour.
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • Czech
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Polish

House rules

The Blue Haven Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:30

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Blue Haven Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

For group booking for 4 or more room, a 50% booking deposit is taken at time of booking, this is non refundable and non transferable.

Remaining balance is due 14 days prior to the arrival date. Please note that pre-authorisation for incidentals is required upon check-in.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about The Blue Haven Hotel

  • The Blue Haven Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Live music/performance
    • Beach
    • Horse riding

  • The Blue Haven Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at The Blue Haven Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Blue Haven Hotel is 100 yards from the centre of Kinsale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Blue Haven Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Blue Haven Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin