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Skibbereen, Ireland
18 Oct — 19 Oct2
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Skibbereen. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 11 October 2024.
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Friday
£87 - £160
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

About Skibbereen

Skibbereen is a friendly market town set on the River Ilen. Brightly painted buildings and shopfronts add a splash of colour to the atmospheric town centre. Venture out of town to discover pristine Atlantic islands and kayak on a bioluminescent lake.

Things to do in Skibbereen

From independent boutiques and bookstores to cosy pubs and cafes, the Skibbereen town centre is packed with small businesses. The Skibbereen Farmers Market pops up on weekends and attracts vendors from across County Cork. Fill your bags with organic produce, farmhouse cheeses, fresh-baked bread, local honey, grass-fed meats and more.

Learn about the people, places and events that have shaped the town over the centuries at the Skibbereen Heritage Centre. It’s housed in the Old Gasworks Building and features exhibits on topics like the Great Famine and the Irish War of Independence.

Spend the day in the charming seaside village of Baltimore. Stroll around the lively village centre and stretch your legs on scenic coastal trails. Head south to visit Mizen Head, one of the most southerly points on the Irish mainland.

Board a ferry and sail to Carbery’s Hundred Isles. Boats depart from Baltimore and take you to islands like Sherkin and Cape Clear. Stroll along sandy beaches, visit ancient megalithic tombs and dine at family-run pubs. Look for dolphins, whales and seabirds as you sail through cobalt-blue Roaring Water Bay.

Discover pristine marine landscapes in Lough Hyne, one of the first Marine Nature Reserves in Ireland. The saltwater lake is fed by the Atlantic Ocean and can be explored on foot or by kayak. Book a night tour to see the lake lit up with shimmering bioluminescent plankton.

Getting around Skibbereen

Skibbereen is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in County Cork, a 1.5-hour drive from Cork and two hours from Kerry. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Skibbereen and explore County Cork at your own pace. Cork Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.

Facts about staying in Skibbereen

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  • What are the best hotels in Skibbereen?

    1,124 reviews rated The West Cork Hotel with an average score of 8.3/10. It may also be worth looking into the Streamside B and B with Parking, which received a rating of 9.5/10 from 93 reviews. PK Lodge B&B could also be a good option, with a score of 9.2/10 from 263 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club?

    Marguerite's B&B is a popular hotel near Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club that is highly recommended, with a score of 9.4 across 165 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Skibbereen cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around £112/night is normal for a hotel in Skibbereen. 4-star and 5-star hotels in Skibbereen had average prices of £123/night and £223/night, respectively.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Skibbereen?

    Prices for Skibbereen hotels have been found for as low as £80/night over the last 3 days. The popularity of your requested dates can significantly affect prices. For the upcoming weekend of 18 Oct to 20 Oct, Skibbereen hotel prices start from £88/night.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Skibbereen?

    The cheapest month to book a hotel in Skibbereen is October (£82). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Skibbereen is July (£164).

  • What is the cheapest day to book a hotel in Skibbereen?

    The cheapest day to stay in Skibbereen is Tuesday (£87). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is £140.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Cork?

    In addition to Skibbereen, travellers opt to visit Cork when visiting Cork. Fermoy is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Skibbereen?

    In total, there are 56 hotels to choose from in Skibbereen, compared to 1,233 properties in Cork.

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