Goleen
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Visit Goleen

Stunning large stone cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way with sea views and WI-FI
"A wonderful cottage and a beautiful part of the world. Ross was a wonderful host. Our second time visiting and we will be back! Couldn’t recommend the cottage enough."
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

The Maritime Hotel
"Nice hotel with a good pool and sauna. Lovely staff, great location"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

The West Cork Hotel
"Large , clean room, very comfortable king size bed, helpful pleasant staff, delicious breakfast"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Stunning large stone cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way with sea views and WI-FI
"A wonderful cottage and a beautiful part of the world. Ross was a wonderful host. Our second time visiting and we will be back! Couldn’t recommend the cottage enough."
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Idyllic cottage on the Atlantic coast in the south west of Ireland
"The Skibbereen Eagle is a traditional Irish Pub. Everyone we met there welcomed us with enthusiasm and readily advised us on what was “must do/see” they have full meal 4 nights a week (th - Sun) and “Irish” bingo on Tuesday also you have to go in for WiFi we had our pints 25 of 28 days- conversely ..."
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Westerly House on Bantry Bay, West Cork
"We were an extended family of 10 and each of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything went smoothly. The house was easy to find. The host was there to great us and give us the operational details. She was so very friendly and welcoming. All the bedrooms were lovely and restful—bedding was comfortable. ..."
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Popular places to visit

Barleycove Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Barleycove Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleen. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Mizen Head
Regarded as the most south-westerly point of Ireland, Mizen Head is famous for its jaw-dropping cliffs and provides one of the main highlights of a trip to County Cork.
Three Castles Head
Learn about the local history of Goleen with a stop at Three Castles Head. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Crookhaven Lighthouse
After visiting Crookhaven Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Goleen. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
St. Brendan the Navigator
You can learn about the history of Crookhaven with a visit to St. Brendan the Navigator. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.
Mizen Vision
You can find out about the history of Goleen with a visit to Mizen Vision. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do

Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West Cork.

Classic West Cork Private Tour From Kinsale, Clonakilty or Bantry
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- Barleycove Beach
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- Bantry House
- Garnish Island
- Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve
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