Fodor's Expert Review The Maritime Hotel
The Quay, Bantry, Co. Cork, Ireland
A legacy of Ireland's boom years, this gleaming, modern, waterfront hotel recalls times when building budgets were lavish, and it's a stylish addition to the town, with state-of-the-art leisure facilities that make it a good all-weather touring base. Book a suite (with kitchen) if you're traveling with company. Most rooms have breathtaking views of Bantry Bay and its spectacular sunsets, some have balconies, and all are spacious with huge, pillow-strewn beds, padded headboards, shimmering chic fabrics, floor-to-ceiling windows, and bigger-than-average bathrooms. All public salons are spacious and strikingly designed, and understandably this place is very popular with locals.
PROS
- great location
- most rooms have stunning views
- high comfort levels
CONS
- long, dimly lit internal corridors
- some rooms accessible only via two elevators with a longish walk in between
- popular (and sometimes noisy) spot for events
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast