Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
13 MIGHTY West Cork Beaches (+ 3 Hidden Gems for 2021)
"Dunworley Beach is a real hidden gem on the Clonakilty coast. This tidal beach is perfect for a serene swim or walk along the cliffs and is popular with bodyboarders and surfers alike. Click here for google maps directions from Clonakilty."
"Situated next to Kilconman Marsh and the Old Head of Kinsale is this hidden gem. The white sands beach has numerous grassy dunes and rocky cliffs on either side of the beach. A public car park and toilet facilities are close by and during bathing season, there is a lifeguard."
"Fountainstown is the closest of the many beaches near Cork City. This is a very popular seaside resort situated on the South Cork coast and on the northern side of Ringabella bay. This is a great place to bring the kids, with heaps of activities for them to enjoy close by."
"Myrtleville is one of the most popular beaches near Cork City, and for good reason. One of the best reasons to visit this beach is the opportunity to see some seals (from afar!)!. Myrtleville is another another popular beach due to its location though it doesn’t tend to be as crowded as Fountainstown Beach (it’s smaller in size, too)."
"Having already won the hearts of Dubliners with their outlets on Dame Street and in Rathmines, Umi Falafel opened their first branch outside the capital earlier this year, on Academy Street in Cork. Their handmade falafel, cooked in low-fat rapeseed oil, is the centrepiece of the menu – you can get it in a sandwich of Palestinian pocket bread or a wrap, or you can try some falafel ‘bites’, either plain or stuffed with mozzarella cheese. These are best accompanied by something from their tempting mezze menu, or one of an array of healthy, freshly prepared salads."
"With branches in both Dublin and Belfast, if you’re looking for an authentic falafel experience then look no further than Umi Falafel. Umi is Arabic for “mother” and thus gives an indication of the care put into each order placed in the restaurant. Falafels are freshly made before your eyes and are made from a combination of 15 healthy and natural ingredients."
"Average Rating - 4.7Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - CorkAverage price - £££Review - Does Jose have wings?. Amazing delivery and top notch food 😍. View Umi Falafel Menu"
"Cafe Gusto is another spot that’s said to dish out some of the best brunch Cork has to offer. It was established in 1999 and was once the famous O’Brien coffee shop that operated since 1941. The creative force behind the cafe, Marianne, had travelled extensively around the world before returning to Cork in1998."
"Stay Unique @ the award-winning and iconic Montenotte Hotel, Cork’s freshest boutique Hotel. What makes the Montenotte Hotel unique, some might say it’s the hotels exquisitely refurbished rooms, the stunning Panorama Bistro & Terrace spectacular views of the cultured City of Cork or the hotels in house ‘The Cameo’ cinema showing a nightly movie for hotel residents to enjoy. Address: Middle Glanmire Road, Cork"
"Enjoy your luxurious getaway to Cork, Ireland in this elegant hotel which is surrounded by a beautiful garden!. You can admire the incredible city views at night or head down to the in-house cinema and watch a movie!. With a swimming pool and a spa center, it will be hard to leave this hotel and go out in the real world!"
"This boutique hotel in Montenotte, Cork, is one of the most unique places to stay in the county. Featuring its very own cinema, spa and health club, nail bar, and hair salon, you’ll never be stuck for something to do at the Montenotte Hotel. Address: Middle Glanmire Rd, Montenotte, Cork, T23 EYW3, Ireland"
"16 Main Street Ballinacurra, Midleton P25 R902 IrelandChinese, AsianDinner, Late NightDelivery, Takeout, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service+353 21 463 9757http://cornerhousechinese.blogspot.com"
"Rose Garden Chinese Restaurant was established in 2010, located at Church Street, Douglas Village, Cork. Rose Garden is very convenient for lunches and dinners. Choose between a la carte and takeaway options."