Clonakilty, occasionally called Clon, is a town in Ireland that was recognized as the “Best Town in Europe” in 2017. The recognition probably came from its unique and intricate design of the attractions and the town itself. The town is a tourism hub in West Cork especially because of the Model Village in Clonakilty, which is a popular tourist destination in the area. Furthermore, the Michael Collins House museum is known to contain the history of Irish independence and there are many more attractions you will see when you visit here. To top your adventure off with maximum comfort, here is a list of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals for you.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Chalet on the Wild Atlantic Way (from USD 81)
A 3-minute walk from the Kilkeran Lake and Long Strand will get you to Shearwater Chalet. It can accommodate 2 guests with its 1 bedroom that has a queen-sized bed inside. As for the outside, the patio offers a breathtaking view of the lake. It is complete with kitchenware, bathing essentials and heating. Overall, this place is great for beach walks, nature watching, and outdoor activities like jogging and biking to discover local attractions. Moreover, restaurants offer great food and if you need more essentials or you just want to buy souvenirs, there is a market nearby.
Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Ireland
43.86 km (27.3 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 2
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we loved the comfortable bed and bookcase filled with booksthe cottage is adorable and has plenty of roomchalet had everything you needed for a great stay including table and chairs outside to watch the sunsetclaire's place was incredibly comfortable and a lovely place to stay for our anniversaryCleanliness:
chalet is comfy clean warm and value for moneyit was super clean and really welcomingvery clean and many things to do in the areastylish comfortable and very cleanwe had a very relaxing weekend stay at shearwater chalet the accommodation was very comfortable very clean homelyHost:
claire is a fantastic hostclaire is an amazing hostclaire was very helpful with suggestions and adviceclaire and colin are lovely hostsclaire and colin were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
good location and close to the beachthe location is fantastic 2 mins walk from the beachgreat chalet in a perfect locationbeautiful location from which to explore west corkgreat location - walkable to nice beach
2. Cozy hideaway near beautiful Clonakilty (from USD 87)
What is the best way to maximize your experience in an Airbnb stay? Get along well with the host. As a cook, the host believes in the capabilities of his kitchen from the necessary appliances down to its utensils. If you are one to start a flame and make delicious food out of even the simplest ingredient you can find, this place is right for you. The entire apartment can accommodate up to 2 guests only and although it may not be a place for babies if you plan on traveling with one, a high chair and travel cot can be provided for you upon request. As for the apartment itself, it has a wonderful, bright downstairs living area and a cozy loft bedroom upstairs with stunning views. You will find a large patio door that lets in the sun from the west on summer evenings. Relax and enjoy the surrounding peace and quiet at this Airbnb.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
33.89 km (21.1 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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great kitchen and country views from the bedroomthe bathroom was comfortable and has really nice light especially in the morningsger left some breakfast things which were much appreciatedCleanliness:
everything is clean and workingit was spotlessly clean and very comfortablethe house was clean and recently renovatedgreat stay at steve's place was clean and exactly as advertised'the loft' was clean and nicely decoratedHost:
they were very welcoming and kindhost was so kind and accommodatingbeautiful accommodation and very nice hoststhey are attentive friendly and kind hoststhe hosts were great very welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring co corkfantastic loft apartment great rural location but only 10mins drive to clonakilty townlovely little loft apartment close to town and two super cute dogs to cuddlecute place tidy and beautifully appointed a short drive to clonakiltygood location in a quiet spot and a short drive to clon
3. Cozy wooden cabin within walking distance of Clonakilty (from USD 118)
With a mixture of blue colors and wooden furniture, this is your ideal wooden cabin. It consists of a double bed and a sofa bed in the living room area while the kitchen will allow you to prepare meals and do the dishes. There is also free parking on the premises as well as bathroom essentials, TV, and a heating system. This place is less than a kilometer (0.62 miles) away from the town center and again, 5 minutes away from the Inchydoney beach. If you are on a business trip, family adventure, or if you are attending an event nearby, this is the place to be.
Clonakilty, County Cork, Ireland
35.72 km (22.2 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 4
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the different coffee and tea options with breakfast was a nice touchthe bed was comfortable and there was food and coffee we could use for breakfastgreat private cabin with its own bathroom small kitchen and breakfast makings providedthere was a nice selection of stuff in the fridge and good tea/coffee making facilitieswe had a lovely stay in the cozy cabinCleanliness:
clean and so comfortablea lovely clean and bright and airy cabincosy cabin clean and quietvery cosy snug and clean self-contained cabinit was spotlessly clean and we had a great night sleepHost:
hosts were friendly and helpfulthe hosts are friendly and helpfulour hosts are a lovely friendly couple who make you feel very welcome and comfortablethe hosts were very nice and we enjoyed our staysandra was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a beautiful areanice location that was easy to walk in to town from and well lit to walk back froma hot shower and good locationpleasant quick walk to townwe stayed for a weekend for a friends wedding close by
4. bedroom apartment walking distance to the city center (from USD 96)
This whole apartment comprises of a bedroom with en-suite bathroom and kitchen that is fully equipped with utensils and other cooking essentials. This place is great for couples or business travelers because of the king- sized bed that occupies the bedroom while the living area has a comfortable sofa bed that can be used by two additional people during your trip if you will be staying with at most 4 people. Overall, you will feel at home in this apartment because of the great space and friendly hosts.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
34.24 km (21.3 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 4
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good access to the town and a well stocked apartment with all the amenitiesCleanliness:
lovely clean and homely apartmentvery clean and all you need is therelovely clean and cosy house with all mod consthis was a great stay for our little family with small child - spacious clean and well furnished roomsgreat location quite very clean well organised and with all the utilities in placeHost:
hosts were very easy to contact and very helpfulbass and julie welcoming was very friendly and warm we felt at home straight awayinstructions from the host were very clear and easy to followgreat communication and helpful info from the host throughoutcheck in was so easy and communication from the hosts was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to towngreat location to stroll into clonakiltygreat property in a very convenient locationlovely comfortable and warm apartment close to clonskilty townthe apartment was absolutely gorgeous and a perfect location with only a 5/10 minute walk from clonakilty town
5. Traditional Irish cottage on one of the oldest streets in town
Both words ‘warm’ and 'cozy’ best suit this apartment that is on its way to completion because of the renovations. However, you will still get the Clonakilty hospitality from the hosts. The entire house can be rented out and it can accommodate 5 guests in its 3 bedrooms. The bedrooms consist of a double sunny loft room, a twin room and a single. Furthermore, it is equipped with an electric fire display to still emit that warm ambient feeling as well as a heating system and TV to keep you entertained. It also has a garden outside that mixes different colors and species of flowers giving off a tranquil feeling. Pubs and restaurants are nearby to either serve you delicious meals or spice up your nightlife.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
34.77 km (21.7 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 5
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the arrangements were easy and allowed us a comfortable carefree staythe kitchen is fully functional and great for small mealsit’s a work in progress - a characterful terrace already with many nice touches (modern new shower)beds comfortable; excellent showerthe bedrooms on the second and third floors have a fun treehouse feeling and the bathroom is fineCleanliness:
the bathroom is clean and new-ishhouse just as described and spotlessly cleanit's clean comfortable and good value for moneythe beds are comfy and cleanthe house is well equipped and perfectly cleanHost:
tim was very helpfulhosts great easy to deal with honest and prompttim was highly responsive although he was in england and the airbnb property is in irelandour correspondence with tim prior to out arrival was instant helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a delightful townperfect location to explore the areait's in a great location & near everythingawesome location easy walking to pubs restaurants and shoppinggreat location and surprisingly quiet considering it is so close to the town centre
6. Top-floor room in a local family-run hotel in the center of town
Renting a place where you can easily access many different sites in Clonakilty is not hard since this room can be found in the town center. It is complete with a TV, air conditioning, wireless internet as well as an indoor fireplace which keeps the place nice and warm. Connecting you with Ireland’s culture, traditional Irish music is played regularly. Cafes, bars, and restaurants are also within the premises should you decide to eat out. However, you do not have to worry about where to have breakfast since breakfast will be served to you every morning.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
34.87 km (21.7 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 2
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we also appreciated free private parking and spacious room with amenities to make tea or coffeethe room was very comfortable - soap shampoo towels snacks coffee teahas a great bar downstairs and breakfast was really tastyour room was very comfortable and we had a good breakfastroom was nice and largeCleanliness:
our room was clean modern and very comfortablevery clean and comfy room great value for money i definitely recommendthe accommodation is extremely clean comfortable and well equippedthe room was clean and comfy with a working tvwe loved our stay the room was clean and an amazing valueHost:
friendly and helpful staffgreat hospitality delivered effortlessly by superb staffthe staff here were in credibly friendly and helpfulthey were very friendlyvery friendly staff at bar reception and restaurantRead more reviewsLocation:
really great central location in the middle of towngreat location in the heart of towngreat location right in the middle of townperfect location to explore clonakiltyperfect location for exploring clonakilty
7. Lovely and spacious room above an old-time bar
This is private room can accommodate at most 2 guests. Please be aware that the bathroom and kitchen are shared. The host enjoys having people around so you can still feel at home and it will also feel like sharing a room with a good friend. Bathroom essentials are here along with wireless internet, heating system, and to top it off, an indoor fireplace keeps the place warm and ambient. Going outside, everything will be at your doorstep from restaurants to pubs and bars that will excite you during your stay. If ever you want to have a quick dip or a relaxing time at the beach, it is only 5 kilometers (3.10 miles) away, so a few minutes of the ride will be enough for a great experience
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Clonakilty, County Cork, Ireland
34.94 km (21.8 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligTop guest reviews
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it had wifi which was greatthe room was as described and was perfect for my short stayour room was absolutely charmingroom was above the cutest pub i saw in ireland with wonderful traditional music on the weekendthe room was nice and quietCleanliness:
the room was clean spacious and comfortablethe room (on the 2nd floor) is a little dated but was very clean and comfortabletoilet and bathroom down a flight of stairs were clean and well presentedgreat location extremely helpful host v clean accomodation with plenty of peace and quietcheck in was a breeze and our room was clean and comfortableHost:
maura is a good host and made us feel at homeshe was informative about the local area and always ready to helpmaura and her staff were very friendly and welcomingmaura was a brilliant hostmaura was a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is idealgreat location for visiting clonakiltythe location was perfectthe location is within walking distance of literally everything you could wish to see in towncentral location w shared bath
8. Comfortable single room on top of a local pub
Having a local pub below at your disposal is great if you like to eat any meal at any time of the day and want to quickly get on with the adventure that awaits you. This room is equipped with all the essentials you will need for a few days or a week if you prefer. A fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet, bathing essentials like towels, a hot tub, heating system, and an indoor fireplace, will all keep you comfortable throughout your stay. Restaurants, bars, and clubs are nearby as well as attractions, the beautiful scenery of Clonakilty and the beach. Please note that this is the same place as listed in listing #3, but this room is smaller, so it is can only accommodate 1 person.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
34.98 km (21.8 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligTop guest reviews
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a very nice room just upstairs from the con and maura's bar which is really cheerfullits a beautiful home really comfortablemaura was a lovely hostess and the room was fitting and tidy for my stayCleanliness:
very clean and warmvery clean and everything you needthe room was clean and comfortablethe room was immaculately cleanbright clean room with a comfortable bed and excellent storageHost:
great place and great hostvery kind people warm hospitalitymaura is a fantastic hosta warm greeting from the host in her traditional pubmaura was a friendly accommodating easy-going hostRead more reviewsLocation:
best location in the townin the perfect locationthis room was ideally located and very centralthe location is perfect and everything is only minutes awaythe location is right in the center of clonakilty which is a really fun place to visit
9. Private room in a house near the town center
A home away from home, this room is quiet and has a smooth ambiance surrounding it. Being able to accommodate up to 2 guests, this place offers an ensuite shower room. You will enjoy the wireless internet, TV, heating system, and an indoor fireplace that is relaxing to look at when you are resting after a long day of adventure in Clonakilty in the winter. The place is just 2 minutes away from the town center, which has many pubs and shops as well as an outdoor market . The host is very considerate as well if ever you need a room quickly or if you get delayed during your travel in the place. Overall, it is a very comfortable to stay in and it will get you up and running after a good night’s sleep.
Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
34.99 km (21.8 mi) from Regional Park Ballincollig
10. Charming and cozy cottage called The Bothy
Calming and relaxing, this entire cabin is surrounded by a beautiful garden. To further elaborate on its comfort, the bedroom is equipped with a king-sized bed while a sofa bed is in the living room, accommodating a total of 4 people. Furthermore, it is complete with amenities like a fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet, bathing towels, cable TV, and a heating system. From the nature outside your doorstep to a five-minute drive to Inchydoney beach, staying in this place will give you lots of advantages.
Clonakilty, County Cork, Ireland
37.58 km (23.4 mi) from Regional Park BallincolligAccommodates: 2
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super large own cottage with modern facilitiesloved it comfortable character filled bothythe space is tranquil stylish homely and extremely comfortablethe bed is comfy and the cottage warm and delightful with everything you'll need for an enjoyable staythe accommodation itself was clean comfortable and spacious with all the necessary amenities to useCleanliness:
such a lovely place spotlessly cleanlovely airbnb clean spacious and lovely little touchesyou will receive a fabulous welcome into a 5 star cosy warm spotless “bothy”the place was spotless and i would highly recommend anyone staying therethe cottage was snug clean beautifully decorated and very comfortableHost:
nina was the perfect host: friendly helpful knowledgeablenina was a perfect welcoming hostnina was a great host with some excellent local tipsnina is the perfect host so welcoming the dogs are lovely its like a home from homenina was a very good host - very responsive and hospitableRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for seeing around west cork clonakilty is only a few minutes driveit's close to inchydoney beach and clonakilty town and an ideal location for exploring west corka quiet beautiful haven away from the hustle and bustleexcellent location for exploring the many sights nearbythe bothy is the perfect getaway in an idyllic location close to clonakilty
The resort town known as Clonakilty
Clonakilty, Ireland is and will always be known as a tourist spot because of its label as a resort town. Most of the accommodations listed above are either near the beach area. Being awarded as the best town in Europe in 2017, it fully accounts for the great experiences of tourists and locals alike. For those wanting to have an adventure beyond ordinary, Clonakilty should be added to your bucket list. Coupled with low priced accommodations, you can save money while still getting more than what you pay for. Plan your trip now to Clonakilty and do now forget to choose an accommodation from this list!
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