11 Westbourne Place West Beach House, Cobh, Ireland
#3 of 5 B&Bs and inns in Cobh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 381 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 3, 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe sympathetic restoration, full of period fitting furniture. Comfortable bed. Lovely harbour view.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Clara
IrelandNothing
Incredible views, lovely hosts, good quality and incredible location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Martin
GermanyBeautiful house directly opposite Cobh harbour. The two rooms are on the top floor with great views. Very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Lisa
South AfricaNothing to complain about
Lovely house with a warm welcome from Mary and her husband. Loved the warm croissant and coffee in the morning. The house us perfectly located on the promenade and has a lovely history. Thank you Mary. Highly recommended.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
2005sheelan
United KingdomNothing
Mary, the owner was just wonderful. So helpful, friendly and accommodating. The property is so stunning, a gorgeous townhouse that has been tastefully and loving restored to create a modern, comfortable home that still retains so much of its character. Mary has two gorgeous Scotties which for me were the best part. The location is perfect, right on the sea front, and there are tea/ coffee making facilities which are easily accessible and plentiful. I cannot fault my stay and would return in a heartbeat. Absolutely loved it, thank you Mary, Freddie and Winnie xxxx
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Andrea
IrelandWest Beach House is in a fabulous location down along the seafront in Cobh. It's just a short walk away from all the restaurants and bars. Mary and Michael were so warm and welcoming. Michael knew so much about the history of the house, which is a stunning Georgian gem. Our room was very clean and the bed was very cosy. We really enjoyed the lovely view of the sea out the sash windows.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 14, 2025
Marie
IrelandMary was a wonderful host and made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Ideally situated close to all amenities in the town Fabulous stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Nikolai
United StatesPerfect location, easy to find and stunning view! Mary who owns the house is kind, nice woman. She’s done a magnificent work restoring and furnishing the house. It is filled with charm and care, I absolutely loved it! Cobh is a beautiful little town and West Beach house is right in the heart of it.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Karen
United KingdomMary, the owner, was lovely and very accommodating when I arrived earlier than check in time. Wonderful old house and the view was magnificent
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 21, 2025
Noeleen
IrelandWe liked everything in particular the beautiful garden where we enjoyed Mary's home baked croissants for breakfast.
Our host Mary was very welcoming, friendly and kind
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 19, 2025
David
AustraliaOnly thing that caught us by surprise (didn't know in advance) was finding rooms were on top (4th) floor. Still the exercise was good for us and view was spectacular. Not a criticism but it would make the stay more comfortable having small kitchenette facilities with wine glasses, plates and cutlery in the small room near the bedrooms.
Lovely old terrace that's been renovated smartly with some very nice pieces of old furniture. Centrally located to explore the beautiful town with excellent aspect across the harbour. Street parking was easy to get. Rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: June 12, 2025
Sarah
United StatesDelightful hosts, well appointed cozy cottage in a garden setting offering everything we required in an excellent location in the center of town. Easy walk to the train station. Cafes and restaurants outside our doorstep. Museums and historical sites within a few minutes walk from our stay.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 2, 2025
Chiara
ItalyThe house, room and host were great. The place is clean and Ms. Mary is absolutely lovely! I highly recommend this place
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 28, 2025
Yvonne
United KingdomSharing a bedroom with an extremely large wardrobe, housing the owners belongings. Consequently our small suitcases and rucksacks took up what little floor space that was left, leaving us in a room with an obstacle course. I felt the price paid was a little expensive for a home room.
A great location and lovely home and Mary is a friendly host.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 21, 2025
Jane
AustraliaNothing
On the harbour front. Very close to activities such as the Titanic museum and lots of dining options. Self contained garden room - microwave and fridge as well as crockery and cutlery. Our hosts Mary and Michael were very friendly. Mary even baked us home made croissants in the morning, which were delicious. Parking on the street outside.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 18, 2025
Kathy
United StatesWe liked everything!
This is an absolute gem! We were lucky enough to be assigned to the garden room. The wisteria framing our door was in full bloom, making the garden experience all the better. Mary, the host is delightful. We would have stayed longer, but our schedule didn't allow.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 12, 2025
Mary
United StatesI loved the view! Room is beautiful. Mary is a lovely host.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 12, 2025
Axel
FranceNothing
The room was clean, with a beautiful view to enjoy. The location is perfect. Our host was very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 10, 2025
Jacqueline
United KingdomNothing
Location was fantastic right in the centre of Cobh. Mary was wonderful so kind giving us croissants and jam in the morning.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 9, 2025
Thorsten
United KingdomCar parking was tricky.
Great location. Room was excellent. Host was immensely helpful. Check in/out was simple.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Cheryl
United StatesThe only thing we didn't like was not getting to say goodbye. Hopefully we will be back someday (and see how the patio garden has evolved ;o)
Mary and Michael were wonderful hosts! Everything was better than expected.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 27, 2025
Анна
UkraineI liked absolutely everything: an old building in perfect condition, a separate house in the garden. The house has all the amenities: a toilet, a shower, a miniature kitchen with a sink, a microwave, a coffee machine, a kettle, dishes and cutlery, a small fridge. A large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe. Special thanks to the hostess: Mary bakes delicious croissants for breakfast what serving with raspberry jam.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 26, 2025
Noreen
IrelandLoved everything about this place
Everything was perfect the host Mary was super friendly
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 26, 2025
Olivia
IrelandMary was a wonderful host and the room was beautiful and comfortable. The sea view was amazing. Would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed in April 2025
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