WatersEdge Hotel
US$201
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$201
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at WatersEdge Hotel average US$126 in the cheapest month (January) and US$213 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$126 |
| February | US$132 |
| March | US$139 |
| April | US$147 |
| May | US$174 |
| June | US$201 |
| July | US$213 |
| August | US$213 |
| September | US$201 |
| October | US$186 |
| November | US$131 |
| December | US$134 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$213)
Cheapest: January (~US$126)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting (surcharge). This hotel also features wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting (surcharge). This hotel also features wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite at Jacobs Ladder, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 19 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Location
When you stay at WatersEdge Hotel in Cobh, you'll be near the bay, just steps from Cobh Heritage Centre and Sirius Arts Centre. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Queenstown Story and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Annie Moore Statue.
What's nearby
Cobh Heritage Centre(0.1 Miles)
Sirius Arts Centre(0.1 Miles)
Queenstown Story(0.1 Miles)
Annie Moore Statue(0.1 Miles)
Cobh Museum(0.1 Miles)
Kennedy Park(0.1 Miles)
Titanic Trail(0.1 Miles)
Titanic Experience Cobh(0.2 Miles)
Lusitania Memorial(0.2 Miles)
St. Colman's Cathedral(0.3 Miles)
Cobh Cathedral(0.4 Miles)
Cork Harbour(1.3 Miles)
Cobh Golf Club(3.6 Miles)
Fota House Arboretum and Gardens(3.7 Miles)
Belvelly Golf Course(5.4 Miles)
The preferred airport for WatersEdge Hotel is Cork Airport (ORK)(17.5 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Housekeeping
Location
Lower Rd, Cobh, Ireland
Cobh Heritage Centre (0.1 Miles)
Sirius Arts Centre (0.1 Miles)
Queenstown Story (0.1 Miles)
Annie Moore Statue (0.1 Miles)
Cobh Museum (0.1 Miles)
Kennedy Park (0.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 1,475 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
5%
Couple
61%
Family
21%
Group
11%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
WatersEdge Hotel earns praise for its waterfront location with harbor views and easy access to Cobh’s sights and train, plus friendly service and comfortable rooms, though some guests note dated areas and limited amenities like no lift or air conditioning.
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What guests think
WatersEdge Hotel earns praise for its waterfront location with harbor views and easy access to Cobh’s sights and train, plus friendly service and comfortable rooms, though some guests note dated areas and limited amenities like no lift or air conditioning.
On-site restaurant and breakfasts are frequently enjoyed, though a few report inconsistent quality or cleanliness and occasional slow service. Free on-site parking is convenient but can be tight, and there is no elevator; several reviews also note warm rooms in rare heat and occasional early noise from docked cruise ships. Overall, expect a scenic, comfortable stay best suited to travelers prioritizing views and walkability.
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Facilities
Free on-site underground parking is widely appreciated, though some find the car park tight or tricky. Facilities are otherwise simple: there is no elevator and several reviews note a lack of air conditioning or fans; the on-site restaurant is convenient.
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Wendy
11 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I only have two criticisms of this hotel: there is no lift, however a staff member carried my heavy luggage up the stairs, so that was very helpful. Also it would have been nice if they’d had a fan we could use, as it has been unseasonably warm, and there is no air conditioning (which is the same in all hotels we’ve stayed in on this trip, I guess they haven’t had use for it before!). Apart from that, the hotel is impeccably located, beautiful views and a nice sea breeze through the window after sunset. Parking is conveniently located on site. Would recommend!
I only have two criticisms of this hotel: there is no lift, however a staff member carried my heavy luggage up the stairs, so that was very helpful. Also it would have been nice if they’d had a fan we could use, as it has been unseasonably warm, and there is no air conditioning (which is the same in all hotels we’ve stayed in on this trip, I guess they haven’t had use for it before!). Apart from that, the hotel is impeccably located, beautiful views and a nice sea breeze through the window after sunset. Parking is conveniently located on site. Would recommend!
10
Patrick
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A small but beautiful hotel right on the water. Clean and safe room. On site parking available. Restaurant provides good food and service. The only disadvantage is that there is no elevators.
A small but beautiful hotel right on the water. Clean and safe room. On site parking available. Restaurant provides good food and service. The only disadvantage is that there is no elevators.
4
Wayne
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
8
Thomas
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
10
Bailey
26 May 2023
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Property was as described. Front desk very helpful and accommodating, however no elevator and no one offered to help with our bags. Breakfast was buffet style and okay, not many options. View was amazing with watching a cruise ship pull in. Parking is under the hotel and very convenient.
Property was as described. Front desk very helpful and accommodating, however no elevator and no one offered to help with our bags. Breakfast was buffet style and okay, not many options. View was amazing with watching a cruise ship pull in. Parking is under the hotel and very convenient.
10
Erin
17 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent customer service and fantastic location. We would recommend The Waters Edge and stay there again anytime. Views and boating activity on the sea were beautiful. The only shortfalls included no cool air or air circulation (fan) and no mini fridge.
Excellent customer service and fantastic location. We would recommend The Waters Edge and stay there again anytime. Views and boating activity on the sea were beautiful. The only shortfalls included no cool air or air circulation (fan) and no mini fridge.
10
SCOTT
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful hotel. We have traveled around the world and this hotel was one of the best. It's a beautiful small older hotel with such character and is very close to everything in the lovely town of Cobh and only a few minutes to Cork. The rooms are a amazing and the views of the water are just incredible. Nice restaurant overlooking the water on the property for dinner and breakfast. You will not be disappointed in this gem of a hotel.
What a wonderful hotel. We have traveled around the world and this hotel was one of the best. It's a beautiful small older hotel with such character and is very close to everything in the lovely town of Cobh and only a few minutes to Cork. The rooms are a amazing and the views of the water are just incredible. Nice restaurant overlooking the water on the property for dinner and breakfast. You will not be disappointed in this gem of a hotel.
10
Robert
26 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding location, 2 blocks from the town square. Free parking under the hotel. Cobh was one of my favorite stops on our 10 stop, 3-week trip around the emerald isle. Each morning there was a new cruise ship viewable from the breakfast patio, but the town was perfectly walkable and not over-run by the cruise ship passengers. The Cobh Heritage Center is across the street and they helped my find some ancestors from Cork. It was a short, but invigorating walk uphill to line of the colorful houses on West View (referred to as Deck of Cards) with the Cathedral over the top.
Outstanding location, 2 blocks from the town square. Free parking under the hotel. Cobh was one of my favorite stops on our 10 stop, 3-week trip around the emerald isle. Each morning there was a new cruise ship viewable from the breakfast patio, but the town was perfectly walkable and not over-run by the cruise ship passengers. The Cobh Heritage Center is across the street and they helped my find some ancestors from Cork. It was a short, but invigorating walk uphill to line of the colorful houses on West View (referred to as Deck of Cards) with the Cathedral over the top.
10
Chris
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good room good location car park a bit tight but doable
Good room good location car park a bit tight but doable
10
Victoria
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The location of this quaint hotel cannot be beat! The staff is super friendly and helpful. The dining room is wonderful and the parking is easy. The rooms are not air conditioned but the breeze through the window is sufficient.
The location of this quaint hotel cannot be beat! The staff is super friendly and helpful. The dining room is wonderful and the parking is easy. The rooms are not air conditioned but the breeze through the window is sufficient.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally clean and often described as spotless, with housekeeping viewed positively. A few guests mention worn elements like stained carpet or maintenance blemishes.
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Samantha
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room on the ocean. Comfortable and clean. Less then 5 min walk from the train station.
Beautiful room on the ocean. Comfortable and clean. Less then 5 min walk from the train station.
10
Lois
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic views. Clean rooms. Great staff and good food.
Fantastic views. Clean rooms. Great staff and good food.
10
Patrick
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A small but beautiful hotel right on the water. Clean and safe room. On site parking available. Restaurant provides good food and service. The only disadvantage is that there is no elevators.
A small but beautiful hotel right on the water. Clean and safe room. On site parking available. Restaurant provides good food and service. The only disadvantage is that there is no elevators.
10
Rachael
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a top spot! A seaside getaway! The room was large and comfortable, and super clean, and the staff was friendly. Its in a perfect location for sightseeing and wanderings around the waterfront.
What a top spot! A seaside getaway! The room was large and comfortable, and super clean, and the staff was friendly. Its in a perfect location for sightseeing and wanderings around the waterfront.
8
Frances
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room spotless with an excellent seaview. Very relaxed stay, very quiet which was nice. Staff from reception staff to the staff in the breakfast room polite, well mannered, obliging....lovely.😍
Room spotless with an excellent seaview. Very relaxed stay, very quiet which was nice. Staff from reception staff to the staff in the breakfast room polite, well mannered, obliging....lovely.😍
10
Mara
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the property I wish I booked more days! The room and view were amazing there was no AC but the coastal breeze was enough to cool down the room. I loved this hotel and hope to go back in the future. Super clean and just amazing aesthetic. I think it’s the nicest rooms I’ve had in a hotel. They will hold bags for if you are too early to check in but it’s held in the lobby and not in a separate locked room.
Loved the property I wish I booked more days! The room and view were amazing there was no AC but the coastal breeze was enough to cool down the room. I loved this hotel and hope to go back in the future. Super clean and just amazing aesthetic. I think it’s the nicest rooms I’ve had in a hotel. They will hold bags for if you are too early to check in but it’s held in the lobby and not in a separate locked room.
10
Duane
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, comfortable, updated. Comfy beds
Clean, comfortable, updated. Comfy beds
4
Debra
3 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very average, tired, stained carpet kind of place. Wouldn’t waste money on this again
Very average, tired, stained carpet kind of place. Wouldn’t waste money on this again
6
Magdalene A
15 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was very different from what I expected from the pictures/reviews. The rooms are the equivalent to the cheapest, most uncomfortable hotel chain in America. Mattresses are thin and sunken in and almost impossible to sleep on. I could never get the shower to give warm water, it was either scalding or cold. Coffee at breakfast was instant, but the rest of breakfast was very good. I don’t mind a hotel being old, we stayed at some lovely old b and bs here, but this one, although my hopes were high due to pictures and reviews, was more worn and in desperate need of an update from beds to showers/tub. Spackling drips all over tub bottom where I guess they patched holes.
This hotel was very different from what I expected from the pictures/reviews. The rooms are the equivalent to the cheapest, most uncomfortable hotel chain in America. Mattresses are thin and sunken in and almost impossible to sleep on. I could never get the shower to give warm water, it was either scalding or cold. Coffee at breakfast was instant, but the rest of breakfast was very good. I don’t mind a hotel being old, we stayed at some lovely old b and bs here, but this one, although my hopes were high due to pictures and reviews, was more worn and in desperate need of an update from beds to showers/tub. Spackling drips all over tub bottom where I guess they patched holes.
4
christine
20 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
3 rooms booked none of us slept well due to pipes making foghorn sounds when next door used their bathroom..room 10. Room 17 & 19 were cold and generator/vent noises going all through the night . Also moving funiture sounds very late into the night heard in both rooms. Rooms have comfortable beds but are shabby, better options at less cost. Have stayed here before but in the summer, definitely would not stay again in winter season.
3 rooms booked none of us slept well due to pipes making foghorn sounds when next door used their bathroom..room 10. Room 17 & 19 were cold and generator/vent noises going all through the night . Also moving funiture sounds very late into the night heard in both rooms. Rooms have comfortable beds but are shabby, better options at less cost. Have stayed here before but in the summer, definitely would not stay again in winter season.
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Rooms
Many rooms are spacious and comfortable with excellent harbor views. Some guests found decor dated, beds firm or sagging, limited ventilation (no AC), and occasional noise from thin walls or early-morning cruise ship activity.
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Samantha
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room on the ocean. Comfortable and clean. Less then 5 min walk from the train station.
Beautiful room on the ocean. Comfortable and clean. Less then 5 min walk from the train station.
8
Kathleen
30 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the location and the view. Room was fine. Bed was a little stiff but we were so tired I hardly noticed. Quiet
I liked the location and the view. Room was fine. Bed was a little stiff but we were so tired I hardly noticed. Quiet
10
Timothy
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
10
Heather
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice and quiet stay at this hotel, until the morning. We did not realize that cruise ships docked there and we were awakened early in the morning by a very large cruise ship. It was our fault for not realizing that really, just be aware. Other than that it was a really nice stay. We arrived late and the young man at the desk accommodated us and let us get a drink at the bar before heading off to bed.
We had a nice and quiet stay at this hotel, until the morning. We did not realize that cruise ships docked there and we were awakened early in the morning by a very large cruise ship. It was our fault for not realizing that really, just be aware. Other than that it was a really nice stay. We arrived late and the young man at the desk accommodated us and let us get a drink at the bar before heading off to bed.
8
Joan
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room had a lovely view out over the water. It had basic furnishing but comfortable. Reception and Dining room staff were all kind and very helpful.
The room had a lovely view out over the water. It had basic furnishing but comfortable. Reception and Dining room staff were all kind and very helpful.
10
Donna
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a great location with large comfortable rooms and fabulous views. Service was excellent and the restaurant was also very good. We were worried that the arrival of a cruise ship in front of the hotel in the morning would be noisy and disturbing, but it wasn’t an issue.
This was a great location with large comfortable rooms and fabulous views. Service was excellent and the restaurant was also very good. We were worried that the arrival of a cruise ship in front of the hotel in the morning would be noisy and disturbing, but it wasn’t an issue.
10
Erin
17 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent customer service and fantastic location. We would recommend The Waters Edge and stay there again anytime. Views and boating activity on the sea were beautiful. The only shortfalls included no cool air or air circulation (fan) and no mini fridge.
Excellent customer service and fantastic location. We would recommend The Waters Edge and stay there again anytime. Views and boating activity on the sea were beautiful. The only shortfalls included no cool air or air circulation (fan) and no mini fridge.
4
Britney
19 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although the views from the property are lovely and the location is perfect, I can’t give more than 2 stars. I’d give 1 star, but the staff were very kind and helpful. However, my room was very hot, and the window was set up to barely open at all. The walls are also very thin, so you can hear any and all sounds, both inside and outside the property. The parking below the building was very difficult to get in and out of (I rented a small car, thankfully). Finally, the dishes at breakfast were dirty, and there was a hair in my food at dinner. I really expected to enjoy my stay here based on other reviews, so I’m definitely disappointed.
Although the views from the property are lovely and the location is perfect, I can’t give more than 2 stars. I’d give 1 star, but the staff were very kind and helpful. However, my room was very hot, and the window was set up to barely open at all. The walls are also very thin, so you can hear any and all sounds, both inside and outside the property. The parking below the building was very difficult to get in and out of (I rented a small car, thankfully). Finally, the dishes at breakfast were dirty, and there was a hair in my food at dinner. I really expected to enjoy my stay here based on other reviews, so I’m definitely disappointed.
10
Mara
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the property I wish I booked more days! The room and view were amazing there was no AC but the coastal breeze was enough to cool down the room. I loved this hotel and hope to go back in the future. Super clean and just amazing aesthetic. I think it’s the nicest rooms I’ve had in a hotel. They will hold bags for if you are too early to check in but it’s held in the lobby and not in a separate locked room.
Loved the property I wish I booked more days! The room and view were amazing there was no AC but the coastal breeze was enough to cool down the room. I loved this hotel and hope to go back in the future. Super clean and just amazing aesthetic. I think it’s the nicest rooms I’ve had in a hotel. They will hold bags for if you are too early to check in but it’s held in the lobby and not in a separate locked room.
6
Magdalene A
15 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was very different from what I expected from the pictures/reviews. The rooms are the equivalent to the cheapest, most uncomfortable hotel chain in America. Mattresses are thin and sunken in and almost impossible to sleep on. I could never get the shower to give warm water, it was either scalding or cold. Coffee at breakfast was instant, but the rest of breakfast was very good. I don’t mind a hotel being old, we stayed at some lovely old b and bs here, but this one, although my hopes were high due to pictures and reviews, was more worn and in desperate need of an update from beds to showers/tub. Spackling drips all over tub bottom where I guess they patched holes.
This hotel was very different from what I expected from the pictures/reviews. The rooms are the equivalent to the cheapest, most uncomfortable hotel chain in America. Mattresses are thin and sunken in and almost impossible to sleep on. I could never get the shower to give warm water, it was either scalding or cold. Coffee at breakfast was instant, but the rest of breakfast was very good. I don’t mind a hotel being old, we stayed at some lovely old b and bs here, but this one, although my hopes were high due to pictures and reviews, was more worn and in desperate need of an update from beds to showers/tub. Spackling drips all over tub bottom where I guess they patched holes.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with staff assisting beyond expectations. A few reports cite slow restaurant service or less engaged interactions.
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Susan
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Location was ideal. Would not hesitate to stay again.
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Location was ideal. Would not hesitate to stay again.
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Michelle
27 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay at WatersEdge. The room was lovely and had great views. The location was perfect. We had dinner in the restuarant and the staff were exceptional! Thanks for a great stay.
We loved our stay at WatersEdge. The room was lovely and had great views. The location was perfect. We had dinner in the restuarant and the staff were exceptional! Thanks for a great stay.
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Thomas
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
10
Jennifer
2 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Helpful staff nothing a bother
Helpful staff nothing a bother
10
Phil
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location excellent staff that went out of their way the way assist us. View from room was amazing and comfortable all round.
Perfect location excellent staff that went out of their way the way assist us. View from room was amazing and comfortable all round.
10
Michael
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little harbor inn. This inn is directly next door to the Cobb Historic immigration building. Where my families ancestors left to America. The Inn was comfortable and right on the water. Staff could be a little more friendly and interested in how they could be of assistance but I might be just being nitpicking. All of our other accommodations for the two weeks seemed to be interested that we were staying with them.
Nice little harbor inn. This inn is directly next door to the Cobb Historic immigration building. Where my families ancestors left to America. The Inn was comfortable and right on the water. Staff could be a little more friendly and interested in how they could be of assistance but I might be just being nitpicking. All of our other accommodations for the two weeks seemed to be interested that we were staying with them.
8
Frances
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room spotless with an excellent seaview. Very relaxed stay, very quiet which was nice. Staff from reception staff to the staff in the breakfast room polite, well mannered, obliging....lovely.😍
Room spotless with an excellent seaview. Very relaxed stay, very quiet which was nice. Staff from reception staff to the staff in the breakfast room polite, well mannered, obliging....lovely.😍
10
Kara
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with a great restaurant attached. Very short walk in to town. Angela the front desk attendant was exceptional. We got a flat tire the morning we were to leave and she helped us in such a companionate way in a stressful situation. Highly recommend!
Great location with a great restaurant attached. Very short walk in to town. Angela the front desk attendant was exceptional. We got a flat tire the morning we were to leave and she helped us in such a companionate way in a stressful situation. Highly recommend!
10
George
12 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay, hotel was perfect, staff were amazing, they went above and beyond to help. The food was excellent. We would definitely return.
We had a lovely stay, hotel was perfect, staff were amazing, they went above and beyond to help. The food was excellent. We would definitely return.
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Denise
27 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location on the water and easy walk to the sites, restaurants, pubs and shops in town. Staff were very friendly and helpful with any questions. Wonderful breakfasts to start our days. And there was onsite parking. Will definitely recommend to anyone that is traveling there and if I’m lucky to return I will stay again.
Perfect location on the water and easy walk to the sites, restaurants, pubs and shops in town. Staff were very friendly and helpful with any questions. Wonderful breakfasts to start our days. And there was onsite parking. Will definitely recommend to anyone that is traveling there and if I’m lucky to return I will stay again.
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Location
Outstanding waterfront setting next to the train station and Heritage Centre, with easy walking access to Cobh’s sights, shops, pubs, and town center. Guests also note it’s generally quiet despite the central, harborfront position.
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Timothy
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
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Jean-Claude
11 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel tres bien placé, calme, avec une tres belle vue mer. Parking sur place très pratique. Excellent sejour.
Hotel tres bien placé, calme, avec une tres belle vue mer. Parking sur place très pratique. Excellent sejour.
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Kevin
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in Cobh located right on the water and close to shops, restaurants and pubs. Convenient on-site parking and breakfast included.
Nice hotel in Cobh located right on the water and close to shops, restaurants and pubs. Convenient on-site parking and breakfast included.
8
Brian
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location.
Great location.
4
Wayne
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
10
Wendy
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Perfectly positioned to see Cobh
Perfectly positioned to see Cobh
10
Edmond
12 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place right on the waterfront. Walking distances to shopping restaurant and pubs
Great place right on the waterfront. Walking distances to shopping restaurant and pubs
10
Winifred
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is an old style hotel which I loved. Rooms were comfortable and location was great.
Property is an old style hotel which I loved. Rooms were comfortable and location was great.
10
Robert
26 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding location, 2 blocks from the town square. Free parking under the hotel. Cobh was one of my favorite stops on our 10 stop, 3-week trip around the emerald isle. Each morning there was a new cruise ship viewable from the breakfast patio, but the town was perfectly walkable and not over-run by the cruise ship passengers. The Cobh Heritage Center is across the street and they helped my find some ancestors from Cork. It was a short, but invigorating walk uphill to line of the colorful houses on West View (referred to as Deck of Cards) with the Cathedral over the top.
Outstanding location, 2 blocks from the town square. Free parking under the hotel. Cobh was one of my favorite stops on our 10 stop, 3-week trip around the emerald isle. Each morning there was a new cruise ship viewable from the breakfast patio, but the town was perfectly walkable and not over-run by the cruise ship passengers. The Cobh Heritage Center is across the street and they helped my find some ancestors from Cork. It was a short, but invigorating walk uphill to line of the colorful houses on West View (referred to as Deck of Cards) with the Cathedral over the top.
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Denise
27 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location on the water and easy walk to the sites, restaurants, pubs and shops in town. Staff were very friendly and helpful with any questions. Wonderful breakfasts to start our days. And there was onsite parking. Will definitely recommend to anyone that is traveling there and if I’m lucky to return I will stay again.
Perfect location on the water and easy walk to the sites, restaurants, pubs and shops in town. Staff were very friendly and helpful with any questions. Wonderful breakfasts to start our days. And there was onsite parking. Will definitely recommend to anyone that is traveling there and if I’m lucky to return I will stay again.
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Dining
The restaurant and breakfasts receive strong praise for tasty meals and views, with many calling them a highlight. However, several reviews report inconsistencies, including limited buffet choice, slow service, and occasional cleanliness or quality issues at breakfast.
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Timothy
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
An old school hotel with great harm. Breakfast was excellent, plus our table looked out at the water. Room was “roomy” with plenty of space. Walkable to the train station which is next door. A terrific value.
8
Aimee
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cobh was a wonderful stop for us and the Water's Edge was a fine place to stay for one night. We ate in the restaurant which was just okay. Location was great. Free parking.
Cobh was a wonderful stop for us and the Water's Edge was a fine place to stay for one night. We ate in the restaurant which was just okay. Location was great. Free parking.
10
Donna
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a great location with large comfortable rooms and fabulous views. Service was excellent and the restaurant was also very good. We were worried that the arrival of a cruise ship in front of the hotel in the morning would be noisy and disturbing, but it wasn’t an issue.
This was a great location with large comfortable rooms and fabulous views. Service was excellent and the restaurant was also very good. We were worried that the arrival of a cruise ship in front of the hotel in the morning would be noisy and disturbing, but it wasn’t an issue.
4
Wayne
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
Location was great as was the underground free parking. Room was fine, especially for a one night stay although a bottle of water wouldn’t go amiss. Breakfast was poor! After sitting down to an uncleaned table and dirty cup (for which we received an apology and new cup) the menu was given to us with the continental buffet offerings and the a la carte choices. When we asked where the continental buffet was we were told there wasn’t one and we could order want we wanted and it would be brought to us. That was ok and maybe understandable as it was quiet at breakfast. The fruit salad arrived and it was a bowl full of fizz from fermenting over who knows how many days. We were given the choice of white or brown bread toast and after ordering brown we got white… there was no brown. No option was given to order a speciality coffee- just filter coffee- even though I later saw a staff member make themselves one from the machine. The eggs and bacon was tasty and the porridge adequate. Reception did give us a late check-out which was appreciated.
8
Thomas
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
The hotel did not have a lift, so it was difficult for seniors getting luggage up to the rooms. Rooms were clean and of average size. Great view overlooking harbor boat and ship traffic. Reception ladies were very nice and helpful. We found the restaurant to be decent, but slow and overworked staff.
10
mary
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous views of the working harbor. Best meals in Ireland! Delicious, beautifully presented, and served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The room was comfortable. The staff was sweet and helpful. The location was perfect - next to the Heritage Museum and a short, scenic walk to lovely Cobh.
Fabulous views of the working harbor. Best meals in Ireland! Delicious, beautifully presented, and served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The room was comfortable. The staff was sweet and helpful. The location was perfect - next to the Heritage Museum and a short, scenic walk to lovely Cobh.
10
Xian Fong
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast
Great breakfast
4
Britney
19 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although the views from the property are lovely and the location is perfect, I can’t give more than 2 stars. I’d give 1 star, but the staff were very kind and helpful. However, my room was very hot, and the window was set up to barely open at all. The walls are also very thin, so you can hear any and all sounds, both inside and outside the property. The parking below the building was very difficult to get in and out of (I rented a small car, thankfully). Finally, the dishes at breakfast were dirty, and there was a hair in my food at dinner. I really expected to enjoy my stay here based on other reviews, so I’m definitely disappointed.
Although the views from the property are lovely and the location is perfect, I can’t give more than 2 stars. I’d give 1 star, but the staff were very kind and helpful. However, my room was very hot, and the window was set up to barely open at all. The walls are also very thin, so you can hear any and all sounds, both inside and outside the property. The parking below the building was very difficult to get in and out of (I rented a small car, thankfully). Finally, the dishes at breakfast were dirty, and there was a hair in my food at dinner. I really expected to enjoy my stay here based on other reviews, so I’m definitely disappointed.
10
Connie
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely view of the water! Actually watched a cruise shop go by. Excellent food and service in dinning room.
Lovely view of the water! Actually watched a cruise shop go by. Excellent food and service in dinning room.
10
George
12 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay, hotel was perfect, staff were amazing, they went above and beyond to help. The food was excellent. We would definitely return.
We had a lovely stay, hotel was perfect, staff were amazing, they went above and beyond to help. The food was excellent. We would definitely return.
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Delona
16 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This was our favourite hotel this holiday. Being able to sit on the deck and watch the cruise ship come in, walk the harbour and look at the beautiful church was fantastic stop.
This was our favourite hotel this holiday. Being able to sit on the deck and watch the cruise ship come in, walk the harbour and look at the beautiful church was fantastic stop.
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Mairead
15 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing ! That view !! We did have an issue with the fan as it wasn't quite great for the heat that we had but sure that's not the hotels fault ! The food was perfect. The breakfast was tasty. What really sold this hotel was the staff and the layout and location. I stayed with my partner and daughter and the space in the room was amazing. One of the biggest rooms I've booked in for the price we paid. 10/10
The room was amazing ! That view !! We did have an issue with the fan as it wasn't quite great for the heat that we had but sure that's not the hotels fault ! The food was perfect. The breakfast was tasty. What really sold this hotel was the staff and the layout and location. I stayed with my partner and daughter and the space in the room was amazing. One of the biggest rooms I've booked in for the price we paid. 10/10
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Monique
13 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The water views are abaolutelty incredible. The rooms were very large and spacious. You can definitely relax! The breakfast buffet was very large with a lot of options, definitely worth the extra fee. My family and I had dinner here and it was great, the food was amazing and their bartender was out of this world. Best Cosmo outside of NYC I've had. You can easily walk the town from your room, great location!! And parking for the hotel is great. Can not say enough amazing things about this hotel
The water views are abaolutelty incredible. The rooms were very large and spacious. You can definitely relax! The breakfast buffet was very large with a lot of options, definitely worth the extra fee. My family and I had dinner here and it was great, the food was amazing and their bartender was out of this world. Best Cosmo outside of NYC I've had. You can easily walk the town from your room, great location!! And parking for the hotel is great. Can not say enough amazing things about this hotel
8
Sharon
8 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly service on arrival. Room was quite basic but absolutely fine. Had windows that could open which was a bonus as weather was warm. Breakfast was great. We had dinner in the restaurant, which was also very good.
Friendly service on arrival. Room was quite basic but absolutely fine. Had windows that could open which was a bonus as weather was warm. Breakfast was great. We had dinner in the restaurant, which was also very good.
10
Andrew
5 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room clean and large with sea views. Parking under hotel was convenient. Staff polite and helpful. Breakfast and evening meal was good.
Room clean and large with sea views. Parking under hotel was convenient. Staff polite and helpful. Breakfast and evening meal was good.
FAQs about WatersEdge Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking height restrictions apply. No reservation is required for parking.
What type of breakfast is offered?
Full breakfasts are available for a fee. Guests can enjoy breakfast at Jacobs Ladder, the on-site restaurant.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located near the bay, just steps from Cobh Heritage Centre and Sirius Arts Centre. Key attractions like Queenstown Story and Annie Moore Statue are within 0.1 miles (0.1 km) of the property.
What are the hotel’s policies for guests staying with children?
One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of EUR 10.0 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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- 2026-10-11: 176.67175058250427USD
- 2026-10-12: 193.32102399139404USD
- 2026-10-13: 197.371408083725USD
- 2026-10-14: 176.0420632839203USD
- 2026-10-15: 170.7147285434723USD
- 2026-10-16: 218.20099711799622USD
- 2026-10-17: 185.96710495452882USD
- 2026-10-18: 182.7907702495575USD
- 2026-10-19: 180.64975539741516USD
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- 2026-10-21: 182.85697751312256USD
- 2026-10-22: 186.16700371360778USD
- 2026-10-23: 182.62877262153626USD
- 2026-10-24: 232.20400185089113USD
- 2026-10-25: 183.6382693359375USD
- 2026-10-26: 174.69273335838318USD
- 2026-10-27: 197.371408083725USD
- 2026-10-28: 176.67175058250427USD
- 2026-10-29: 180.8693939594269USD
- 2026-10-30: 187.74620568389892USD
- 2026-10-31: 179.69023780670167USD
- 2026-11-01: 122.70869836540223USD
- 2026-11-02: 131.342725USD
- 2026-11-03: 126.93658993091584USD
- 2026-11-04: 128.34588416347503USD
- 2026-11-05: 119.88011584911347USD
- 2026-11-06: 133.667375USD
- 2026-11-07: 134.82265007038117USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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