Blackrock

Cork

A historic stone castle with a tall tower, a paved walkway, and a cannon.
A historic castle with a prominent tower, situated by a river with lush greenery in the foreground.
Four illuminated cylindrical objects with text on a background.
A castle by a river with lush greenery and a stone wall.
A space-themed exhibit with a telescope and a circular sign reading "SEND A MESSAGE TO SPACE".

Stay near popular Blackrock attractions

Blackrock Castle

8.8/10 (139 reviews)
Throughout Ireland you can see impressive sites where the ancient and the modern go hand in hand. Nowhere is this combination more striking than at Blackrock Castle, home to Ireland’s first interactive astronomy centre.
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Things to do

Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork

Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork

RM222
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork
Blarney Castle and Gardens

Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion

RM374
per adult
Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Cork Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Sweet Treats, and More

Cork Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Sweet Treats, and More

RM266
per adult
Cork Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Sweet Treats, and More
Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets

Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets

RM76
per adult
Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

RM66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Emigration - our main theme

The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.

RM71
per adult
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
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Top hotels in Blackrock

The River Lee Hotel

The River Lee Hotel

4 out of 5
Western Road Cork Cork
The price is RM832 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
RM832
RM944 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Ideal location. Clean room with comfortable bed. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

The River Lee Hotel
Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street Cork Cork
The price is RM685 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
RM685
RM777 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Horgan's Quay Cork County Cork
The price is RM676 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
RM676
RM768 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (797 reviews)
"We had a two night stay and the breakfast on the first morning was a little flavorless (poached eggs ) but my guest had French bread which he thoroughly enjoyed . So much so he had the same on the second morning . I had the full Irish the 2 nd morning which was far more enjoyable"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

The Dean Cork
Rochestown Park Hotel

Rochestown Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Rochestown Road Douglas Cork
The price is RM635 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM635
RM720 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Grand spot"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Rochestown Park Hotel
Premier Inn Cork City Centre

Premier Inn Cork City Centre

3 out of 5
14 Morrison's Quay Cork County Cork
The price is RM451 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
RM451
RM512 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Lavit Gallery are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (387 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and lovely breakfast made our stay wonderful. I would suggest to keep a fridge in the room and have 2 bottles of water."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Imperial Hotel

Imperial Hotel

4 out of 5
76 South Mall Street Cork Cork
The price is RM866 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM866
RM983 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cork. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely welcome by receptionist and complementary homemade lemonade. Beautiful hotel with fascinating history. We really enjoyed or short 2 night stay. Bathroom room could do with modernisation and the windows didn’t keep out all external noise. I would stay again but upgrade from a standard ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Imperial Hotel
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Where to stay in Blackrock

Find the best Blackrock areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street lined with shops and colorful flower arrangements.

Cork City Centre

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Crawford Art Gallery while you're in town.

A historic church with a tall spire and stone walls.

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent church spire.

Victorian Quarter

Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.

A historic bridge over a river, a yellow building labeled "The Court Yard on Sober Lane," and a cathedral with twin spires in the background.

Huguenot Quarter

While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.

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