West Cork HostelvsEccles Hotel & Spa, Glengarriff
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Eccles Hotel Glengarriff scores slightly higher than West Cork Hostel. Eccles Hotel Glengarriff ranks #40 in Cork with recommendations from 2 sources such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet.
West Cork Hostel
 Lonely Planet
Main Street, Skibbereen
From $22/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 - Golf Course
 
 "This stolid veteran has 30 comfortable, recently redone rooms next to the river and old railway bridge." Full review
Eccles Hotel & Spa, Glengarriff
 The Telegraph
 Fodor's
 Lonely Planet
Glengarriff Harbour, Glengarriff
From $59/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 
8.0
 "This characterful and atmospheric hotel is situated on the waterfront of picturesque Glengarriff village, commanding a marvellous view of Garinish Island, Glengarriff Harbour and Bantry Bay." Full review
 "This high-peaked Victorian landmark has peered out over the calm water of Glengarriff's harbor for more than 250 years...the building is surrounded by greenery, making this a peacefully idyllic spot." Full review
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If you want a harbor view, ask when booking, as they are the first to go.
 "Just east of the centre, this grande dame of West Cork hotels has a long and distinguished history (since 1745), counting the British War Office, Thackeray, George Bernard Shaw and WB Yeats as former guests." Full review