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The Old Dispensary

3.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Kinsale

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Classic bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a skylight.
Prepare meals in the kitchen with a double sink and dining area nearby.
Traditional building with a central entrance and symmetrical facade.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel sink, microwave, and kettle.
Classic design with a large bed, tufted sofa, and marble coffee table, complemented by a chandelier and fireplace.
Located in a prime location, The Old Dispensary offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. With smoke-free premises and WiFi available throughout public areas, you can enjoy the comfort of this property.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Luxury Studio, Ensuite (Luxury Studio Ensuite)

Classic design with a large bed, tufted sofa, and marble coffee table, complemented by a chandelier and fireplace.

Luxury Studio, Ensuite (Luxury Studio Ensuite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3)

Classic bedroom with a large four-poster bed, bedside tables, and a beautiful painting above.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and wardrobe.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heating
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Classic bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and lamps, set against a white backdrop.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1 )

Classic bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a chandelier.

Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1 )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2)

Cozy retreat with a single bed, dresser, and bedside tables, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Day bed
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartment, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a white bed, two nightstands, and a stylish headboard.

Apartment, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Green Hill, Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale, County Cork, P17 XK81

What's nearby

  • Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Multose Church - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Desmond Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charles Fort - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • James Fort - 8 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 27 min drive
  • Cork Kent Station - 39 min drive
  • Glounthaune Station - 40 min drive
  • Fota Station - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dino's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Poet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jim Edwards - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saint Francis Provisions - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Old Dispensary

The Old Dispensary is a great choice for a stay in Kinsale. Guests can keep active with nearby mountain biking.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive lockbox information
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

What to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Old Dispensary?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Dispensary?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Old Dispensary and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding.

What's the area around The Old Dispensary like?

The Old Dispensary is a short 5-minute walk from Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse and 7 minutes' walk from Desmond Castle.

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The Old Dispensary Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great room, wonderful location, lots of sunlight in the room, very clean and wonderful
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location. Old building with a lot of character. Only complaint is the shower was a bit moldy.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place to stay for our honeymoon!
Caleb, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The location was great, room large and brite. I asked for an extra chair and one was found quickly and delivered. Much appreciated.
Eric, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

The room was big and fine but we did not know that we had to drag our heavy suitcases up a large flight of outside stairs and a flight inside the building. The towels in the bathroom were quite old and not to absorbent. The shower was very nice, however. The bed was comfortable, and the view from the windows were nice.
Cozette L, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location
Silvina and Phil, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Took a little bit to find parking. TV didn’t work but the owner immediately addressed it and tried to get it to work. Very clean
Laura, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Good value
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A lot of steps but quiet and great location.
Joseph, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We arrived in a rainstorm and so grateful that we were allowed an early check-in. The room was comfortable and clean and convenient to the bus stop and restaurants.
Erin, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great three night stay. Property was clean enough. Slight lack of attention to detail eg. Shower gel empty, curtains need rehanging, no guest manual at all. Those were minor niggles and overall I had a comfy, quiet and pleasant stay.
Matt, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

The apartment was freezing & it took a day before the heat was fixed by staff. Difficulty communicating with staff
ANNE, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The reason to stay here is that the location is fantastic. The town of Kinsale is a beautiful place for a seaside vacation. The accommodation itself was a little run down and dirty but for the continence of being so close to the centre of town it was worth it. Not an accessible stay, lots of stairs for anyone who has mobility issues.
Nolan, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice location,clean

10/10 Excellent

Great room with super views

Lovely place with a warm welcome and the views from room 5 were stunning.
2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay. Contactless check in and check out. All good
2-night trip

4/10 Poor

The property was very centrally located and we enjoyed being able to walk everywhere. However, the owner took many days to respond via email in the days leading up to our reservation when I had questions, did not provide a fan when our room was very hot, and the cleanliness of the room was pretty disappointing. It smelled of mold/mildew, there were stains on the bedding and towels, and on the last night we heard scurrying in the night (I assume a small animal such as a mouse or such in the attic doors). I would not stay here again unfortunately.
Courtney, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful rehab of an iconic structure in Kinsale. Also enjoyed morning coffee at Post House.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A very nice room, well appointed and very conveniently located to everything in Kinsale. The experience was very Airbnb; the only contact I had with another human being on the property was to ask a question of the nice woman who was cleaning the rooms.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Room spacious and clean. Position very central to town. Would go again
Valter, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place & easy self check in. Building was very difficult to find. Hidden in the back and we had to ask Locals how to get there… once we found it, it was perfect. Clean and had all we need. Within walking distance to all the main sites. Worth staying at!

6/10 Okay

Could have used a fan in the room. It was an ok stay.
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Truly contactless . Unexpected. Very lovely room. As I was coming from bus I was not expecting no taxis from the bus station. I was unfamiliar with the area so walked up to this hotel. Never saw an person and with some fumbling was able to gain entry to the small hotel Otherwise beautiful
Edith, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a spacious room with a great bathtub. We were able to find street parking easily and could walk wherever we wanted to go. There was a little confusion with the check in only because we did not get the email letting us know how to find the key and get in. There was a nice gentleman there cleaning and he helped us out. I would stay there again and would definitely recommend it to others. Kinsale is beautiful.
David, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

There were zero services
Helmuth, 2-night trip