Cork International Hostel, Cork

TO CONTACT THE HOSTEL DIRECTLY, PHONE: +353 (0)21 4543289

Our Cork Hostel is a 4 star all en-suite hostel in Cork City. Cork is a city of remarkable charm, and the visitor cannot fail to be captivated by its hilly streets, bumpy bridges and peaceful backwaters. Cork International Hostel is located next to the attractive campus of University College Cork (UCC) and the City Park.

Cork City is the third largest city in on the island of Ireland and is delightfully situated at the mouth of the beautiful river Lee. It is often said of Cork City that it has all the amenities of a large city, but still manages to retain its pleasant atmosphere and extreme friendliness, which you will experience on your visit.

Cork International Hostel is a spacious Victorian red bricked building with 96 beds and all rooms are en-suite. Billy and Breda make every effort to ensure your visit to their home city is one to remember.

Our Cork International Hostel has 24 hour access and always has information available on the city in its welcoming foyer (reception closes at midnight - for late check in please request at time of booking). Staff can speak French as well as Polish. Our Cork Hostel has a self-catering kitchen as well as a warm welcoming TV room and a garden too!

Are you visiting Cork for a few days?

Why not book our Cork City Break!

The break includes 3 nights, breakfast, city tours & more.

Opening Dates and Times

OPENING DATES: All Year except at 24, 25 & 26 December

OPENING TIMES: 8am – 12am

CHECK- IN: 1pm – 10pm (latest check-in is 12 o’clock midnight, but please advise us beforehand if you will be after 10pm!)

You’ll find the best cheap hostel in Cork in the Cork International Hostel and the best hostel in terms of the quality of your stay!

Managers Billy and Breda Noonan will be happy to welcome you to their hostel!

ADDRESS: 1&2 Redclyffe, Western Road, Cork City, Co. Cork

FOR BOOKINGS: +353 (0)1 830 4555

or EMAIL: info@anoige.ie

HOSTEL PHONE: +353-(0)21 4543289

DIRECTIONS

Cork is served by excellent bus & rail connections and has its own international airport too! Ferries also operate from the UK and France.

GPS Details

Decimal: Latitude 51.895052 North Longitude 8.487925 West

Minutes & Hours: Latitude 51° 53’ 42” North Longitude 8° 29’ 17” West

Road/Car: From the West, follow the N22, to or from West Cork and head towards Cork City. When in Cork City follow the following directions:

• Turn left onto St Patrick’s St (N22)

• Continue around the corner and then turn right onto Washington St

• Keep going straight onto Western Rd until you see the Main UCC (University College Cork) gates. Take the right turn as you are facing the gates and the next left to the car park at the back of the Hostel.

• Cork International Hostel is a big red bricked building. Please note there is limited car parking space at our hostel but there is other parking near the hostel.

Public Bus: Take the number 8 bus from the Cork bus station. Ask the bus driver for the University College Cork stop on Western Road.

If you’re looking to get to Cork from somewhere else in the country you can find details on bus timetables and schedules on the Bus Eireann website.

Air: Fly into Cork International Airport and get the Bus Eireann Airlink to the bus station and take number 8 bus as above.

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Our Cork International Hostel has 24 hour access and always has information available on the city in its welcoming foyer (reception closes at midnight - for late check in please request at time of booking). Staff can speak French as well as Polish.

• Family Rooms also available

• Comfy lounge with TV

• Self-Catering Kitchen

• All the rooms are en-suite!

• Breakfast available

• Lunch and Dinner available for groups (10 or more)

• Parking available

YES – we have FAMILY ROOMS

YES – we have a GARDEN with space for a BBQ

YES – we have LINEN INCLUDED IN PRICE

YES – we have 24 hour access

YES – we’re beside University College Cork (UCC)

The city was designated European Capital of Culture for 2005. Visitors to Cork City can avail of numerous activities including golf, dining and language learning. The Cork City Museum is directly beside the Hostel so make sure you pop in and have a look at what is on show! Also worth checking out is UCC – University College of Cork – beside the hostel and a beautiful campus in the middle of city!

ATTRACTIONS – cultural and historic

There’s plenty to see in Cork and its surrounding area – here are just a few suggestions:

Cork English Market

Follow in the footsteps of the Queen (Queen Elizabeth popped in to the market during her state visit in 2011) and haggle for some of the large range of fresh and organic produce! It is one of the oldest of its kind. Trading as a market since 1788, it pre-dates most of the other markets like it, surviving the Famine, revolutions, wars, fire and economic decline!

Cork City Gaol

On the north side of the city, separated by the river Lee and over the famous “shaky bridge” (!), is Cork City Gaol (Jail). You can take a tour through the gaol and the radio museum which is housed there. Audio tours are available in 8 languages.

Shandon Street (St. Anne’s Church)

A Cork institution, St. Anne’s Church on Shandon Street is but a short walk from the main shopping district. Climb the 120 ft steeple and ring the bells of Shandon and admire the panoramic views of the city. Not advisable for those with a fear of heights!

Blackrock Castle Observatory

Combine castle and dungeon and then turn your eyes towards the stars, Meteors & Meteorites in the Planetarium. This is a very popular attraction in Cork City with the Cosmos at the Castle exhibition teaching you all about the universe and the Comet Chaser interactive theatre where you have to save the earth!

Lifetime Lab

Based at the old Cork Waterworks, Lifetime Lab looks at waterworks through the years with modern interactive exhibition, steam plant, beautifully restored buildings, children's playground and marvellous views over the River Lee. A popular attraction and only a five minute walk from Cork International Hostel.

Jameson Distillery Midleton

The Jameson Old Midleton Distillery in East Cork is a worthwhile visit. You get to tour the distillery and learn how the world famous Irish Whiskey is made. And, of course, the tour wouldn’t be complete without a whiskey tasting for those keen to sample an uisce beo (the water of life)!

Cobh Heritage Centre

The pretty harbour town of Cobh is a popular tourist destination and is only a short journey from Cork city if you use the regular bus and train service. Cobh was the last port of call of the ill-fated Titanic and also for many emigrants from Ireland. Cobh Heritage Centre pays homage to the 2.5 million Irish who emigrated throughout the history of Ireland.

The town also hosts various restaurants for refueling before you visit the Cathedral high on the hill overlooking the town.

Fota Wildlife Park

In Fota Wildlife Park animals roam free, mingling among themselves and you too! More like a safari, you may see playful monkey swinging above, giraffes reaching for a snack in the tall branches or a kangeroo bouncing by! You can also visit the playground for some fun and dine outdoors where the peacocks will put on a colourful show right beside your table.

Blarney Castle

Blarney village is a must-see for visitors to Cork who are keen to view Blarney Castle and its stunning garden but especially to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone! Kissing the Blarney Stone gives you the “gift of the gab” (making you a charming speaker!) and so many have kissed it now, it’s a wonder it hasn’t been completely worn down!

With plenty of Irish gifts and souvenirs, a visit at the Blarney Woolen Mills will solve that problem of bringing a gift back home for your loved one! Finally the village green is surrounded by many pubs and restaurants where you can sample some Irish cuisine and a drink or two!

Use your Hostelling International Membership card to receive discounts in the following attractions in the area:

1. Jameson Experience Midleton

2. Cobh The Queenstown Story

3. Skibbereen Heritage Centre

4. Perks Family Entertainment Centre

5. Charles Fort

6. Desmond Castle

7. Ilnacullin-Garinish Island

ACTIVITIES

Nightlife and Eating out:

Scoozi: For homemade pizza, burgers, pastas, chickens, steaks and salads. Full breakfast served from 9am to 12 noon, or tea, coffee, cappuccino, scones. Open 9am to 11pm, Monday to Saturday; 12 noon to 10pm Sundays.

Address: Wintrop Lane, Wintrop Street, Tel: 00353 (0)21 4275077

An Bróg: Traditional Irish Pub. Upstairs at An Bróg every Sunday Guinness present: Irish Traditional Sessions with Jeremy & friends.

Address: 72-73 Oliver Plunket Street, Cork Tel: 00353 (0) 21-4270074 E-mail: niall@budweiser.com

Cork International Hostel is situated close to some of the best pubs in the City! But don't worry, not close enough to disturb your sleep! The main pubs that you might want to try out are:

• Rearden's of Washington St which is a great sports bar!

• The Washington Inn on Washington Street is a very popular spot so you might want to get there early!

• For night owls and dancing divas Havana Brown's nightclub is a hotspot in the City!

Keep an eye out for our packages and special offers which can save you €€€s and also, if you are a group of 10 or more we also give group discounts where possible.

Lastly if you are a member of An Óige/Hostelling International, you will get a discount of €2 at all of our hostels per person, per night. Make sure your membership card is up to date or order a new one now!

HOSTEL

*All rooms are en-suite*

*Price for the hostel includes sheet hire*

• 8 and 10 bed dorm from €12.00 (low season - midweek) up to €15.00 (high season – weekend rate) per person per night (pppn)

• 6 bed dorm from €14.00 (low season - midweek) up to €17.00 (high season – weekend rate) per person per night (pppn)

• 4 bed dorm from €70.00 (low season - midweek) up to €84.00 (high season – weekend rate) per ROOM per night (prpn)

• 2 bed room from €48.00 (low season - midweek) up to €55.00 (high season – weekend rate) per ROOM per night (prpn)

MEALS

Breakfast is available in the mornings for all guests at the prices below.

Meals are available in the hostel to groups of 10+ but must be pre-booked.

There is also the fully-equipped self-catering kitchen available for guests’ use if you wish to whip up something yourself!

- Mini Breakfast @ €4.70pp

- Continental Breakfast @ €5.00pp

- Healthy Option Breakfast @ €5.60pp

- Full Irish Breakfast €6.50pp

- Packed Lunch @ €6.00pp

- Dinner @ €13.00pp (two courses)

- Main course and dessert, tea/coffee for adults or mineral for children

Want to rent the Whole Hostel…?

You can rent out the whole 96 bed hostel for special occasions (reunions, parties) or even if you just want the run of the place! See below for the room breakdown.

Rent-a-hostel for Cork International Hostel is available on a request basis and needs plenty of advance notice. We will provide a discount when booking 3 nights or more. Please contact groups@anoige.ie with any enquiries.

ROOM BREAKDOWN

Hostel Room Details

*All Rooms are En-Suite*

Room Type

Quantity

2 bed

2

4 bed

7

6 bed

8

8 bed

1

10 bed

1

Total Number Beds

96

You’ll find the best cheap hostel in Cork in the Cork International Hostel and the best hostel in terms of the quality of your stay!

Keep Checking back!

We'll be update this page regularly with up-and-coming events!

March

Cork French Film Festival - the best of French cinema

What is it? Alliance Franҫaise de Cork rolls out the red carpet for a city-wide event and biggest Festival to date bringing the best of French cinema to Irish audiences.

When? March 4th to March 11th

Further information can be found on the official website

St. Patrick’s Festival – Celebrate in green and watch out for snakes, shamrocks and the Saint himself

What is it? The city will come alive in a river of colour, music, dance and fun with the biggest parade in southern Ireland. Come and join the celebration when the city bursts into life! Jam packed with free family friendly events for every one as well as the best of local food and craft producers in the heart of the city.

When? March 17th to 19th

To get a glimpse of the craic visit the St. Patrick's Festival Cork website

Cork Singers Club Festival – a weekend of unaccompanied song and story telling

What is it? A weekend packed with traditional music and interesting stories to be told. Come around Cork and experience yourself the city of music.

When? March 2nd to March 4th

Get your vocal chords ready on the Song and Story-Telling website

April

Titanic 100 Cobh 2012 – cenetary celebration of the doomed cruise-liner

What is it? During the festive week a packed list of events awaits you. Cruise-liners will visit the harbour, Stalls and Markets greet your eyes and taste buds, an Air-Corps fly-over will be held and flagship concerts are organized to give your ears something nice as well. And this is just to name a few things lining up for you.

When? April 9th to April 15th

Dive deeper into what's happening on the Titanic 100 website

Cork World Book Festival – brings books and reading to the centre of Cork life for these four days

What is it? In 1995 UNESCO designated April 23rd as World Book and Copyright Day. For more than a century before that, however, this date, on which both Shakespeare and Cervantes died, had been celebrated in Catalunya as a day of books and writers.

When? April 20th to April 23rd

Sneek peak into it on the World Book Festival website

Racing Home for Easter Festival – Marvel at the first class racing, sample the craic, meet people and enjoy all this festival has to offer

What is it? The theme of the Racing Home for Easter festival is to encourage those who grew up in the Blackwater Valley region but who have since left, to return home for Easter and enjoy all the festivities the town has to offer as well as encouraging local residents and visiting tourists to participate and enjoy.

When? April 23rd to April 25th

Race on to the official website and find out more

These are by no means Cork’s only festivals – see the festival calender for full events listing - its shows why this city was European Capital of Culture 2005.

So feel free to sing your heart out and dance as though no one is watching at Cork International Hostel!