Located in Shandon, this museum is well worth a look. But you'll find tons more to see in the area. Blarney Castle, Blarney Stone, and University College Cork aren't too far from Butter Museum.
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Castlemartyr Resort
Price was $1,351, price is now $1,102 per person
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Oct 27 - Oct 31
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (570 reviews)
Loved it. Had one short night here. Would have preferred more in room dining options but we made it work. Beautiful wedding was going on. We played tennis. 10/10
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Hayfield Manor
South Parish
Price was $1,638, price is now $1,354 per person
$1,354
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Oct 27 - Oct 31
found 11 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (618 reviews)
This place is unbelievable. Clean and classy. It’s Close to town. The entire staff were amazing from the door man to the wait staff. The ambience and overall environment reminds you that you are in a 5 star hotel. This is one of my favorite place. Highly recommend worth the money! I can’t say enough good things.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
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