Title: Castletownbere Travel Guide: Best of Castletownbere, County Cork Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Castletownbere-Hotels.d6348476.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Castletownbere-Holiday-Rentals.d6348476.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Castletownbere.d6348476.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Castletownbere Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Castletownbere.d6348476.Car-Hire-Guide)[Castletownbere Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Castletownbere.d6348476.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Castletownbere Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Castletownbere Things to do - Top hotels in Castletownbere - Top Holiday Rentals in Castletownbere ![Ouvane Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367100/38367069/40d46d55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ouvane Falls Ballylickey, Bantry, Bantry, County Cork £104 16 Sept - 17 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star B&B in Bantry. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bantry Bay Golf Club and Wolfe Tone Square ... 7.6/10 Good! (253 reviews) "I wasn’t able to stay here due to booking complications, but the staff were so friendly and helpful and very efficient at sorting things out for us." Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025&selected=38367069&PinnedHotelID=38367069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348476) ![Sheen Falls Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/112300/112263/e8c31199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheen Falls Lodge Kenmare, Kenmare, Kerry £302 22 Sept - 23 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kenmare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Reenagross Park and Carraig An Cappeen ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews) "Lovely rooms, friendly staff. Nestled in a perfect area to use as a hub to explore a beautiful land" Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=112263&PinnedHotelID=112263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348476) ![Butler Arms Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527400/527335/4d9b15ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Butler Arms Hotel New Line Road, Waterville, Kerry Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Waterville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (145 reviews) "The breakfast was delicious! The view, although it was cloudy, was breathtaking!" Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=527335&PinnedHotelID=527335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348476) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=527335&PinnedHotelID=527335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348476) [See all 439 properties in Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=6348476) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Stunning Sea views 3 bed bungalow - 5 mins from beach!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90941300/90941286/9e6a5fbe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stunning Sea views 3 bed bungalow - 5 mins from beach! Castletownbere, Cork Stay at this cottage in Castletownbere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bere Island Heritage Centre and Mill Cove Gallery ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (12 reviews) "We had a very enjoyable stay. Very good communication, great views and walks locally. The house was home from home and was well fitted out with all you could need. Even the weather was excellent which was an added bonus" Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castletownbere-Hotels-Stunning-3-Bed-With-Sea-Views-5-Mins-From-Beach.h90941286.Hotel-Information) ![Cosy south facing sunny cottage Ballylickey, Bantry - on the Wild Atlantic Way](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773400/18773333/60da2f04_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy south facing sunny cottage Ballylickey, Bantry - on the Wild Atlantic Way Ballylickey, Bantry, Co Cork Stay at this cottage in Bantry. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Bantry Bay Golf Club and Carriganass Castle are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews) "Loved that it was located in country and how peaceful and relaxing it was. Definitely need a car. Had beautiful sunrises and listening to birds as drinking morning coffee. We even had the local cows and cats come visit us! The hosts responded quickly when needed. Overall this was a great place for ..." Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bantry-Hotels-Cosy-South-Facing-Sunny-Cottage-Ballylickey.h18773333.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34016200/34016134/7c950524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour Droum, Cork (county) Stay at this holiday home in Droum. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Hungry Hill and Bantry Bay are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews) Magical house, magical location "This home is magical in every way -- its layout, its design, its location, and its views. We are already planning our next visit if John will have us. The photos don't do it justice! Pure magic" Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Droum-Hotels-Beautiful-Country-Home-Located-On-31-Acres-Overlooking-Bearhaven-Harbour.h34016134.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6348476&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunboy-Castle-Castletownbere.d6090207.Attraction) #### Puxley Mansion You can learn about the history of Castletownbere when you stop by Puxley Mansion. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puxley-Mansion-Castletownbere.d6090205.Attraction) #### Sarah Walker Gallery You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sarah Walker Gallery in Cametringane. Discover the spas in this family-friendly area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarah-Walker-Gallery-Castletownbere.d553248621562624230.Attraction) #### Mill Cove Gallery You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mill Cove Gallery during your trip to Castletownbere. Discover the spas in this relaxing area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mill-Cove-Gallery-Castletownbere.d553248621532489053.Attraction) #### Derreenataggart Stone Circle You can learn about the history of Cametringane when you stop by Derreenataggart Stone Circle. Discover the spas in this family-friendly area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Derreenataggart-Stone-Circle-Castletownbere.d553248621562624231.Attraction) #### Issie's Handmade Chocolate Take the family on an outing to Issie's Handmade Chocolate during your trip to Castletownbere. Discover the spas in this relaxing area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Issies-Handmade-Chocolate-Castletownbere.d553248621555818149.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Beara Peninsula ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2588726/1ea09145-f333-4ae9-a318-38ae0d8c5b91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private tour to Gougane Barra and Glengarriff £562 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-to-gougane-barra-and-glengarriff.a2588726.activity-details) [See all activities in Castletownbere](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Castletownbere.d6348476.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Castletownbere - Places of interest [Eyeries](https://expedia.co.uk/Eyeries.dx6348507)[Bere Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Bere-Island.dx6348517)[Droum](https://expedia.co.uk/Droum.dx6353465)[Urhan](https://expedia.co.uk/Urhan.dx553248625326173376) - [Sarah Walker Gallery](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarah-Walker-Gallery-Castletownbere.d553248621562624230.Attraction) - [Mill Cove Gallery](https://expedia.co.uk/Mill-Cove-Gallery-Castletownbere.d553248621532489053.Attraction) - [Issie's Handmade Chocolate](https://expedia.co.uk/Issies-Handmade-Chocolate-Castletownbere.d553248621555818149.Attraction) - [Mizen Head](https://expedia.co.uk/Mizen-Head-Goleen.d6090195.Attraction) - [Bantry House](https://expedia.co.uk/Bantry-House-Bantry.d6090199.Attraction) - [Barleycove Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Barleycove-Beach-Goleen.d553248621532489068.Attraction) - [Garnish Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Garnish-Island-Glengarriff.d6090209.Attraction) - [Dursey Island Cable Car](https://expedia.co.uk/Dursey-Island-Cable-Car-Garinish.d553248621563222017.Attraction) - [Kenmare Stone Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Kenmare-Stone-Circle-Kenmare.d6193283.Attraction) - [Parknasilla Golf Club](https://expedia.co.uk/Parknasilla-Golf-Club-Sneem.d6174039.Attraction) - [Schull Harbour](https://expedia.co.uk/Schull-Harbour-Schull.d553248621562624264.Attraction) - [Beara Way Walk](https://expedia.co.uk/Beara-Way-Walk-Kenmare.d553248621532489087.Attraction) - [Ballydonegan Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballydonegan-Beach-County-Cork.d553248634315727356.Attraction) - [Healy Pass](https://expedia.co.uk/Healy-Pass-Adrigole.d6174305.Attraction) - [Bull Rock](https://expedia.co.uk/Bull-Rock-County-Cork.d553248621562624341.Attraction) - [Waterville Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterville-Beach-Waterville.d6090237.Attraction) - [Uragh Stone Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Uragh-Stone-Circle-Tuosist.d6090245.Attraction) - [Mount Gabriel](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Gabriel-Schull.d6090193.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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