Title: Sherkin Island Travel Guide: Best of Sherkin Island, County Cork Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sherkin Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Sherkin-Island-Hotels.d6090188.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Sherkin Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Sherkin-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d6090188.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Sherkin Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sherkin-Island.d6090188.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Sherkin Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sherkin-Island.d6090188.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sherkin Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sherkin-Island.d6090188.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sherkin Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Sherkin Island lies in the sheltered waters of Roaringwater Bay, west Cork. It is a relatively small island, no more than 5km by 3km, with a current population of approximately 100. There is easy access by ferry from Baltimore, a trip of about 15 minutes. The island offers a special experience for anyone with an interest in wildlife and the marine. It is one of the best places in Europe to observe the European Otter (Lutra lutra) - there are signs of them everywhere if you know what to look for. The island is also home to the independently run Sherkin Island Marine Station, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090188/15cede2b-4399-45d3-a8e1-dc350fb03ba3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sherkin Island - Top hotels in Sherkin Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Sherkin Island ![The West Cork Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3750000/3740700/3740607/1281f033_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The West Cork Hotel Ilen Street Skibbereen Cork £108 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Skibbereen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=3740607&PinnedHotelID=3740607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090188) ![Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66720000/66712700/66712606/dcfc8c8e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available Skibbereen Cork Stay at this castle in County Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Dun Na Sead and Baltimore Beacon are located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews) The castle was a great experience and was warm and comfortable Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=66712606&PinnedHotelID=66712606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090188) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=66712606&PinnedHotelID=66712606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090188) ![The Maritime Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1778200/1778196/ce9049f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Maritime Hotel The Quay Bantry West Cork £120 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bantry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (486 reviews) I stayed for a night, the staff were excellent and the accommodation met all my needs. I would definitely stay here again. Also a very central location for Bantry. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1778196&PinnedHotelID=1778196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090188) [See all 190 properties in Sherkin Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6090188) 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. ![Cosy south facing sunny cottage Ballylickey, Bantry - on the Wild Atlantic Way](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773400/18773333/4d86616d_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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews) Loved this cottage, very cosy, comfortable & well equipped. It had everything we needed, the fire was lit before we arrived. The hosts were very friendly & accommodating. We’d love to re visit x Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bantry-Hotels-Cosy-South-Facing-Sunny-Cottage-Ballylickey.h18773333.Hotel-Information) ![Mulroe Cove - House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61610000/61607400/61607329/w1226h999x213y74-e4694fcf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mulroe Cove - House Dunbeacon, Cork Stay at this holiday home in Dunbeacon. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kilravock Garden and Mount Gabriel are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) Lovely location Great spot, lovely house. Reviewed on 4 Sept 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunbeacon-Hotels-Mulroe-Cove-House.h61607329.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful 3/4 Bedroom Bungalow set in attractive gardens. many local facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34272600/34272527/0ecce6f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful 3/4 Bedroom Bungalow set in attractive gardens. many local facilities Skibbereen County Cork Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Skibbereen. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions West Cork Arts Centre ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews) For me as a chef the kitchen was fabulous, I probably cooked every day. The location is about 10 mins from the town and in better weather easily walkable. We had a fantastic stay it was like home from home and we will definitely be returning Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Skibbereen-Hotels-Beautiful-34-Bedroom-Bungalow-Set-In-Attractive-Gardens-Many-Local-Facilities.h34272527.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Sherkin Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6090188&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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