I stayed here recently with a group of friends and i cannot recommend this place enough!! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by kind and efficient staff. The hostel itself is located in the most historical part of the city.... Shandon, and it is within less 5 minutes walk to the city centre. We stayed in one of... More

Stayed here for a week while in cork and really enjoyed my stay.. Staff were very helpful.... Free Wi Fi and a free tour to the Cliffs of moher , Happy days . Thanks guys!! More

We are a mature couple and had a pleasant stay at Kinlay House when visiting Cork. Yes, rooms need of revamp but we were given a spacious double ensuite although basic it is a hostel, for the price it was fine. Cork centre not too far away, around 15 mins and walk back at night fine. Staff were nice and... More

Stayed here for one night and agree that place needs bit of an update. Room stayed in was very basic but guess ok if thats what your after and to be fair showers were nice and hot. Guy at desk seemed helpful enough and decent internet room if needed it at all. Bit outside of the town but would imagine... More

Pros: The staff are very nice, lovely manner on the phone and across the desk. The kitchen is well-supplied for cooking and I really like the canteen area - it has great character. I appreciated the complimentary tea/coffee and toast in the morning. It may have been down to the time of year, but I liked the fact that the... More

As a seasoned hostel go-er I have experienced my fair share of hostels, and I must say Kinlay House has been my favorite to date! Firstly it is situated in a great location, a five minute walk from the city centre and within walking distance of the train station and bus station. It's central location was great for us as... More

Just because it's a hostel doesn't mean that sub-par accommodations are acceptable. We booked a four-person room (Room #14) for two nights and left as quickly as possible. What we initially thought was just an unpleasant smell was actually damp. Mildew covered the walls. Instead of a light fixture over the mirror, there was exposed wiring. Not to mention that... More

Delighted with this hostel. It's the kind of hostel that would restore your faith in what often can be an inconsistent service. We stayed for two days and was impressed by how friendly the staff were. The room itself was perfect and we met some nice people in the dorm which contributed to a nice stay. Thumbs up and I'll... More

Wasn't that impressed with Kinlay House....a little bit of a walk from stores and a bit further from the city center than I expected. Breakfast is just toast and some guy came in and shouted to everyone that we had 5 minutes left to eat, kind of rude. Kitchen is always way too busy and the breakfast line is very... More