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Shandon Bells

Western Rd, Cork, Ireland (Mardyke)
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Shandon Bells
Ranked #49 of 59 Cork B&B and Inns
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Rotorua, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This wonderful little B & B gave us the most welcoming, memorable stay of our European trip. We were impressed with the hospitality of the woman (I assume she was the manager) who even did our washing for us! We had a comfortable stay in a room filled with charm and character, a lot different from the modern accommodation we... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Located on the doorstep of UCC which was ideal for me! However, there are several points of concern: the service was awful, the wifi was dismal, the shower was pathetic, the TV was poor, there was only one plug socket in the room, the windows were so thin that every sound from the street could be heard, the rooms were... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

The photos on the website make this B&B look really flash - it's not! It's very old and is need of total renovation. There are some quirky features around, like a pretty seat on the first floor landing (as on the website) but it's all ripped and needs reupholstering. Very French like chairs and furniture all around but doesn't make... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Positive things: - WiFi worked well - Rooms were big and comfortable - Excellent location: quiet place but very close to city center, only short walk there - Breakfast was good (except coffee) Negative: - Very small and tight yard, hard to park a car - No decent coffee on the breakfast, only instant coffee

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Zabbar, Malta
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

Knocked the door to stay for 1 night. There is a very small car park at the front of the hotel which we used at no extra cost. The location of the B&B is very central and we paid €50 for 1 night without the breakfast. We thought it was a bit too much, but after a long day we... More

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Cork, Cork, Ireland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012 via mobile

Stayed one night recently. Got a room on some budget website at last minute for 40euro room only. On arrival there was no one to let us in, but after ringing the number the lady rang a woman that was inside and she let us in and led us to the room. Our room was no 5 I think. Top... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

I stayed here recently with my partner. We have stayed in the area a few times in another B&B but decided to stay here as it was a bit cheaper and looked nice enough. On arrival, the first thing we noticed was the ridiculous parking arrangement. There is barely enough room for four cars and behind the vertical parking spaces... More

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Galway, Ireland
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012

We read all the reviews before were booked this B&B, and to be honest we are not fussy at all, but i believe every place deserves a honest review,and some reviews are really exaggerated. but this place is not good. and over priced for our stay any way. we paid 100 euro for one night. (sat oct bank hol wend)... More

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Newry, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

i stayed last nt was bad smell in the room ans when i spoke to yhe lady she told me that al the rooms smelt that the houise was old i was quato 31.95 was charged 33.95 that the way it would not stay ther again was cold this moring no heat on terrible place and try getting out of... More

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Westcoast
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Location nice at the river and next to University College. Use a bus (EUR 1,70) or taxi (EUR 7-14) to/from city center/railway. Good breakfast, small but clean rooms and bathrooms, good staff. We werw three middleaged/old people in two rooms. Satisfying, recommendable and would like to come back. Even possible to fish from the backyard terrace!

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Address: Western Rd, Cork, Ireland
Region: Ireland > Province of Munster > County Cork > Cork > Mardyke
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Ranked #49 of 59 B&Bs / Inns in Cork
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Shandon Bells is an exceptional Bed & Breakfast situated on a river bank within Cork City offering a sophisticated urban retreat in almost rural surroundings. 10 beautiful furnished bedrooms supplement the wonderful feeling of the peaceful River Lee. ... more   less 
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