Reviews of Shandon Bells Guest House 3 stars
Western Road, T12RC63 Cork, Ireland
#16 of 26 B&Bs and Inns in Cork
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 2129 B&B reviews
7.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.5
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Comfort
8.3
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Location
8.7
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Facilities
7.9
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Staff
8.8
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Value for money
7.7
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Free WiFi
8.2
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Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Eimear
Ireland6 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Exceeded expectations”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing - it couldn't have been better!
Staff very helpful from beginning to end, going over and above to make sure our needs were met. The location is ideal, along the river lee with lots of nature around. Our room was very spacious and comfortable and we even had a jacuzzi bath in our room, which was a nice surprise! Quiet with plenty of private car parking available, and close to the centre of Cork.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Mn
Ireland6 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“A great spot to stay in Cork”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not enough space between the bath and the sink. But I wouldn't change the bath!!
Friendly staff were able to accommodate change in arrival time. Good location. Lovely bath!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Mary
Ireland2 reviews8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
All
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Miruna-maria
Romania21 reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The Wi-Fi was terrible, didn't work half of the time. We had shower gel & shampoo, but no hand soap.
The room was small, but well-equipped. The bed was comfortable, we had a tray with tea & coffee and a kettle. The location was good, lovely neighbourhood.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Anthony
New Zealand15 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
too many lights. over 12 bulbs for 4 sq. metres is a bit much.
great location for us. room was well furnished and reasonably new
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Moses
Ireland1 review9.0“Suited my needs on this occasion perfectly.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
It is a basic hotel - not somewhere you'd go for a romantic break but perfect if you are only using it to sleep.
The room and bathroom were both large, spacious and clean. I was attending a conference at UCC so the location was perfect.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Helen
Australia44 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Great spot for overnight stay in Cork.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Not much room to place and open our 2 suitcases.
I liked having the convenient ground floor unit, since stairs are a problem for me. Everything was clean and the common areas were welcoming. Breakfast was freshly prepared. Hosts were helpful and loaned us adaptor for our phone charger. Also allowed us to leave our luggage after checkout. Also I liked the proximity to the beautiful grounds of Cork University College.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Edmund
France13 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Ideal location, friendly staff, good value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent breakfast overlooking the river
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Niamh
Ireland16 reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Ok but a bit expensive”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Overpriced for one person. I dropped something on the floor behind a chair in a corner and it was very dirty when I retrieved it. The shower curtain was too short so water from the shower got on the bathroom floor. The shower ran scalding hot if a guest in another room flushed a toilet. I couldn't find the water dispenser mentioned in the room notes. The room was fine for 1 person but I think it would have felt small if there were 2.
It was grand I suppose. The bed and pillows were fine. I didn't have breakfast (there was an extra charge) but it smelled nice. My room was near the entrance and although I heard the door a few times in the night it wasn't overly noisy. Nice location in the city.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Jimboq29
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nice location and beautiful breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Madeline
Ireland10 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Bathroom was very tight . Because of ceiling level had to bend for most of it . Shower wasn't great as the shower head couldn't be adjusted sk had to hold the shower hose jn order to wash .
Location was good . Lovely coffee shop across the road .
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Olivia
Ireland2 reviews8.0“Very enjoyable.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Shower curtain rail not fitted correctly. Reported it to the staff when leaving. It did not matter to my stay as there was a bath.
Well run Guest House with Karen and her cheerful team. Nice ambiance in the house set by the staff. Room and ensuite spotless. I enjoyed my freshly cooked breakfast in the dining room that overlooked a river. Lovely view to look out on in the morning. Set the tone for an enjoyable day in Cork city.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Mary
Australia14 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Warm and comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Tetteroo
Netherlands3 reviews9.0“I will choose this accomodation for my next visit to Cork”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Kindness of the owner and the personnel
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Park
South Africa9 reviews9.0“Comfortable place to spend the night in Cork.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay in Cork, situated right next to the university so most are available near the area.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Margi
United Kingdom7 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It was a very small room
Good tv, and hot water and comfy bed staff lovely
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Justin
United Kingdom10 reviews6 helpful votes8.0“Great stay at the Shandon Bells Guest House”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It would have been better to have live stream tv rather than just Netflix, itvx etc
It was very clean and a good location for Cork city centre
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Aanchal
Ireland13 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to mention
Location is a step away from UCD
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Tony
United Kingdom5 reviews8.0“I had a great stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Had no breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Nicole
Ireland33 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great room, very comfortable and great location to walk from to explore Cork city,”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
Free parking and lovely room, with everything you need to make a comfortable stay.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Isobel
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, friendly staff and lovely breakfast !
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Mary
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Friendly and traditional”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Economy Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Although not a problem for us our twin room was quite small not a lot of space to put belongings
Lovely traditional guest house great location staff were very friendly and helpful breakfast was really good room was spotlessly clean and beds very comfy
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Penny
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Cute, cosy and comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
If I had to be super picky, the shower was a tad difficult to use without water going everywhere, but it definitely wasn't the worst shower, so still overall happy with everything to be honest.
The host made special accomodations for me for a late check in because my flight was delayed, which I am very greatful for. The room was lovely and warm and cosy when I arrived, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom nice and modern. I loved having a view of the river as well.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Cheyanne
United States7 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Economy Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The bed was quite comfortable and the room was spacious. My friend and I had plenty of room and it was nice to have the sink separate from the toilet/shower. The tv was a nice bonus, and the it was in a good location in walking distance of a lot of different places and right next to the college.
Stayed in February 2024
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