Location
Places of Interest

The Carrigaline Court Hotel is located in an area rich in visitor attractions and close to dramatic coastline, rolling hills and valleys. The region also offers charming towns and villages. It is just 15 minutes drive south of Cork, Ireland's second largest city. Some of the top visitor attractions include:

• Kinsale

Located just a short drive away, the hotel is ideally suited as a base from which to tour the nearby picturesque town of Kinsale. Be sure to sample some of the gourmet restaurants and visit the very impressive "Charles Fort".

• Crosshaven

Located just minutes from the hotel and home to the Royal Cork Yacht Club, the oldest yacht club in the world, Crosshaven is a wonderful sailing town. It also offers a picturesque amenity walk alongside the waters edge which stretches for several miles. It also hosts the renowned "Cork Week" every two years which transforms the area into a buzz of sailing activity and guests travel from all four corners of the globe to attend.

• Cork City Centre

With its variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and interesting narrow streets, Cork city centre is a must for any visitor to this area.

• Cobh

Located within 20 minutes of the hotel using the cross-river car ferry, Cobh is a wonderful spot for a half-day trip. It's brightly coloured houses, wonderful sea views and impressive Cobh Heritage Centre, detailing the history of the Titanic and the Irish Famine, makes it an interesting visitor attraction for both young and old. Visit Fota Wildlife Park on the same day as they are located just next to each other.

• Fota Wildlife Park

Within 20 minutes drive, a wonderful open park with a spectacular variety of wildlife, Fota Wildlife Park is a wonderful place for guests to stroll around. A perfect way to spend a delightful morning or afternoon.

• The Jameson Heritage Centre

Follow the story of Jameson Irish Whiskey with a wonderful tour through the distillery, located in Midleton, just 25 minutes drive from the hotel.