Kinsale Town Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Originally a medieval fishing port, historic Kinsale (from the Irish, Ceann tSaile – ‘Head of the Sea’) is one of the most picturesque, popular and historic towns on the south west coast of Ireland. Kinsale is in County Cork in the province of Munster and just 25km from Cork City and Cork International Airport, and is the gateway to scenic ‘West Cork’ and the start/finish point of the ‘Wild Atlantic Way,’ the 2,500km coastal journey from Kinsale, Co Cork to Inishowen, Co Donegal. https://www.kinsale.ie/
Originally a medieval fishing port, historic Kinsale (from the Irish, Ceann tSaile – ‘Head of the Sea’) is one of the most picturesque, popular and historic towns on the south west coast of Ireland. Kinsale is in County Cork in the province of Munster and just 25km from Cork City and Cork International Airport, and is the gateway to scenic ‘West Cork’ and the start/finish point of the ‘Wild Atlantic Way,’ the 2,500km coastal journey from Kinsale, Co Cork to Inishowen, Co Donegal. https://www.kinsale.ie/
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Old Bank House Kinsale

Old Bank House Kinsale

3 out of 5
11 Pearse Street Kinsale
Stay at this hotel in Kinsale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (135 reviews)
We ended up being upgraded to the postmaster suite. It was huge! Comfy bed. Walkable location. Breakfast at the cafe downstairs was lovely.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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Actons Hotel

Actons Hotel

4 out of 5
Pier Road Kinsale Cork
The price is NZ$429 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$429
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kinsale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews)
Lovely room, great staff

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

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Trident Hotel

Trident Hotel

4 out of 5
World's End House, Lower O'Connell Kinsale County Cork
The price is NZ$429 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$429
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kinsale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions James ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
Offering was very good...service was excellent.

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

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The Post House

The Post House

3 out of 5
23 Main Street Kinsale County Cork
Stay at this apartment in Kinsale. Enjoy parking (surcharge). Popular attractions The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (65 reviews)
The best place to stay for convenience, ambiance, spacial and cafe!

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Post House
Bungalow in Kinsale With Great Views just 5 Minutes Walk to Kinsale Centre

Bungalow in Kinsale With Great Views just 5 Minutes Walk to Kinsale Centre

Kinsale Co. Cork
Stay at this holiday home in Kinsale. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Lovely house a few minutes walk in to Kinsale. Cosy & comfy! Very responsive host. Always stay in Kinsale when we visit family in the area and the house is great for a family to enjoy the area, had everything we needed for 2 wk stay

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Bungalow in Kinsale With Great Views just 5 Minutes Walk to Kinsale Centre
Kinsale Town centre , sleeps16, 6 bedrooms, run by Exquisite Holiday Homes

Kinsale Town centre , sleeps16, 6 bedrooms, run by Exquisite Holiday Homes

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Stay at this holiday home in Kinsale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions The Kinsale Museum and James Fort are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Great location, walking distance to everything. Lovely large living and dinning rooms.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Kinsale Town centre , sleeps16, 6 bedrooms, run by Exquisite Holiday Homes
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Popular places to visit

Old head of Kinsale

Old Head Golf Links

Enjoy a round of golf in Kinsale at Old Head Golf Links. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Old Head Golf Links
Charles Fort showing a bridge, heritage architecture and tranquil scenes

Charles Fort

Now a national monument with exhibition center, this 17th-century military stronghold has witnessed some of Ireland's most significant events.

Charles Fort
Desmond Castle Kinsale West Cork Ireland

Desmond Castle

Find out about the history of Kinsale Town Centre when you spend time at Desmond Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Desmond Castle
Golfers at 18th green, Old Head Golf Club in Kinsale, County Cork

Kinsale Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Kinsale at Kinsale Golf Club. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kinsale Golf Club
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Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance

Learn about the local history of Kinsale with a stop at Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance

The Kinsale Museum

You can study the exhibits at The Kinsale Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kinsale Town Centre. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

The Kinsale Museum