Blackrock Travel Guide

Cork

A historic stone castle with a tall tower, a paved walkway, and a cannon.
A historic castle with a prominent tower, situated by a river with lush greenery in the foreground.
Four illuminated cylindrical objects with text on a background.
A castle by a river with lush greenery and a stone wall.
A space-themed exhibit with a telescope and a circular sign reading "SEND A MESSAGE TO SPACE".

Stay near popular Blackrock attractions

Blackrock Castle

8.8/10 (139 reviews)
Throughout Ireland you can see impressive sites where the ancient and the modern go hand in hand. Nowhere is this combination more striking than at Blackrock Castle, home to Ireland’s first interactive astronomy centre.
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Things to do

Blarney Castle and Gardens

Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion

£68
per adult
Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork

Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork

£40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

£49
per adult
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Rebel City Distillery Tour

Rebel City Distillery Tour

£24
per adult
Rebel City Distillery Tour
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

£12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Cork: 2-Hour Guided Cork Harbour Scenic Cruise

Cork: 2-Hour Guided Cork Harbour Scenic Cruise

£24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cork: 2-Hour Guided Cork Harbour Scenic Cruise
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Top hotels in Blackrock

The River Lee Hotel

The River Lee Hotel

4 out of 5
Western Road Cork Cork
The price is £166 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£166
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location in Cork with a very convenient bus stop! We appreciated the welcoming and helpful staff. Lovely bar and restaurant on site. The rooms are a nice size and the beds were very comfy after long days with many steps! Shower had great water pressure. Thanks for a fun stay in Cork!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

The River Lee Hotel
The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Horgan's Quay Cork County Cork
The price is £154 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£154
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Dean Cork
Rochestown Park Hotel

Rochestown Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Rochestown Road Douglas Cork
The price is £128 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£128
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Arriving given the wrong key for the wrong room, that sorted the window in our room was edge to edge cracked. We were there from Wed to Sun complained about the aircon not working, were advised it would be sorted on Monday. I wrote my initials aon the window sills on the fifth floor and they were ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Rochestown Park Hotel
Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street Cork Cork
The price is £121 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£121
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Premier Inn Cork City Centre

Premier Inn Cork City Centre

3 out of 5
14 Morrison's Quay Cork County Cork
The price is £95 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£95
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Lavit Gallery are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (344 reviews)
"This is a great location for the price and very quiet. Staff was nice, but my daughters’ room trash was full and there was trash on the floor. There was a lot of bird poop on the window. There was no sheer curtain, but they fixed all issues upon request."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

4 out of 5
John Redmond Street Cork Cork
The price is £128 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£128
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
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Where to stay in Blackrock

Find the best Blackrock areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street lined with shops and colorful flower arrangements.

Cork City Centre

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.

A historic church with a tall spire and stone walls.

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent church spire.

Victorian Quarter

Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.

A historic bridge over a river, a yellow building labeled "The Court Yard on Sober Lane," and a cathedral with twin spires in the background.

Huguenot Quarter

While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.

Wilton

When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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