Barrells Cross, Kinsale, Ireland
#8 of 20 B&Bs and Inns in Kinsale
Guests' ChoiceBased on 235 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 September 2024
Kathleen
United StatesWould have loved to have had a fan to move some air.
Great accommodations. Clare was very accommodating and even served us breakfast early so we could make our tour an hour away by 10 o’clock .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Maribeth
United StatesLoved everything
The property is beautiful. Attention to detail is obvious. Host Claire received me while I was in a fragile state. She was so kind, so approachable, and helpful. The breakfast was sensational, as were the views.We wished we had stayed another day. I would highly recommend Rivermount House with great confidence. They do not disappoint.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Kimberly
MaltaThe only downside was the need to pay in cash; it would have been more convenient if card payments were accepted. Nonetheless, 10/10.
The area and the view from the room were truly breathtaking. The room comfortably accommodated four people and was both clean and cozy, making our stay very enjoyable. The location is excellent as it's a few minutes away by car from the city centre.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 August 2024
Denyce
United StatesThe bread was fresh and the yogurt delicious. We enjoyed the food as much as the company. At our request the host and staff sat with us and we had a lovely conversation. The room was clean and cozy with a generous sized bathroom. We were very comfortable and slept well. We only had one night - came in late and left in the morning - but I'd love to go back and spend more time there.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 31 July 2024
Stuart
United KingdomNothing
Wow what can I say this B&B was amazing. Nice and clean room was lovely. View was amazing the owner and his helpers was so amazing. Nothing was to much when we asked for help. After a day on the motorbike in the rain the husband was helping us to get some of our gear dried for the next day. Breakfast we were met by Janice and it had the same feeling there very helpful and friendly. I would 100% come back here
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 26 July 2024
John
IrelandExcellent location .
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Alicia
United StatesThere’s nothing not to like!
From the incredible view, quiet location, beautiful outdoor sitting area, absolutely lovely staff, and fantastic breakfast, we loved everything about our stay here.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
John
AustraliaOur room unfortunately was not the one pictured and and even though it was a lovely room, it was attic style and we kept hitting our heads on the low bearing roof (I’m 6’5”) The toilet seat was unstable There wasn’t enough room in the shower/bath to comfortably shower unfortunately.
Loved the hospitality. Furnishings were beautiful and the scenery was stunning. Breakfast was delish and staff were so accommodating Cleaning staff were also friendly and accommodating
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Deborah
United KingdomThey did not provide breakfast and only accepted cash.
The view was outstanding, the room was spacious and it was very clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
David
United KingdomLovely room with superb views. Spotlessly clean, very friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Enriquez
IrelandClean! Comfy beds.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Rianne
BelgiumVery friendly staff, beautiful location, quite and homely feeling
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Charlene
CanadaVery clean, very comfortable beds in a rural setting so it was very quiet and peaceful. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
David
New ZealandWe had a lovely stay at Rivermount House. Beautiful facilities and lovely staff - we were treated like VIPs at breakfast each day. The food was exceptional too!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Catherine
IrelandNothing comes to mind.
The room was very comfortable and warm. Claire greeted us very warmly also and made us feel very welcome. The breakfast was excellent. The location was of interest to me and my questions regarding local places of interest got answered by Claire who obviously knows the area well.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Sally
United StatesYou cannot walk to town from this home but it is a short drive, couple miles.
Rivermount is a lovely home and Clare was a great host. The home was perfectly clean and breakfast was delicious. The view from the front of the home where you can sit out is spectacular view of kinsale.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Mark
United StatesLovely accommodation in a family home. Wonderful view. Great bathroom.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Paul
AustraliaNothing. All good!
Location - the view was amazing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Brent
United StatesHad to pay in cash only. Beautiful location, spacious rooms, cash only and expensive.
Beautiful location, great breakfast, spacious room.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Jeremy
United StatesNo complaints
Very kind hosts, amazing views, quiet scenery, and the house was very clean
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Michelle
United StatesIt took some of the other tenants a while to get settled late at night. not the fault of th ehotel at all.
breakfast was very good.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2023
Fibren
IrelandBeautiful house, room was fabulous. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
James
United Kingdomlack of chairs in the room
the view and the breakfasts
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Christine
United StatesGorgeous views! Delish breakfast and super friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2023
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