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Shamrock Inn (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Shamrock Inn?

72%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 72% Solo-Friendly: Single rooms, free in-room WiFi and Kent Railway Station 170 m away ease independent travel; 08:00–24:00 staffed desk and non-smoking rooms add safety at budget rates.

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Good match for:

  • Independent Explorers: Stay 170m from Kent Station for flexible day trips across Cork and beyond.
  • Budget-Conscious Solo Travelers: Rooms from $105 with free Wi-Fi let you save on essentials.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Guests Requiring 24/7 Reception: Front desk closes at midnight; late arrivals must arrange ahead.
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What is so special about Shamrock Inn for solo trip?

  1. Affordable rooms from $105 with included Wi-Fi
  2. Just 170m from Kent Railway Station for easy day trips
  3. Minutes from live music at St Luke’s and free military museum
  4. Limited front desk hours—plan late arrivals

Transport & Nearby Access

Kent Railway Station: 170m (2 min walk)

Connect to Cork suburbs and take day trips to Cobh from here.

Cork Airport: 9.0 km (15 mins drive)

Taxi rides to the airport take about 15 minutes.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Shamrock Inn

Live at St Luke's: 220m (3 min walk)

Historic church-turned-music venue hosting live performances.

Tip: Check the schedule online and book tickets in advance.

Collins Barracks Military Museum: 660m (8 min walk)

Free-entry museum showcasing Ireland’s military history.

Tip: Allow 1–2 hours to explore the exhibits thoroughly.

St Anne's Church Shandon Bells & Tower: 1.3 km (4 mins drive)

Climb the tower for panoramic city views.

Tip: Buy the €8 ticket for tower access; interior-only is €2.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Shamrock Inn:

Wi-Fi:

Complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Plan Your Arrival: Front desk hours are 08:00–24:00; notify the hotel if arriving after midnight.
  2. Day Trip to Cobh: Walk 170m to Kent Railway Station, then take a 25-min train ride to Cobh for seaside views.
  3. Sample Local Flavors: Browse The English Market (1.4 km; 17 min walk) for affordable local cheeses and baked goods.

Reviews of Shamrock Inn

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Damian Damian

Damian Damian

Sep 2025

Greta location close to train station. Unfortunately warm water in the shower was not working. Only one towel for two people.

charles P

charles P

Aug 2025

Upon our arrival, the person at the reception told us that he had not received the payment for the reservation, even though we had paid an hour earlier. The next day, he informed us that he still had not received anything and threatened to take our belongings and put them outside, even though the payment had indeed been received and confirmed by the platform. Is this professional? His behavior i...

Hannah Sohner

Hannah Sohner

Aug 2025

Loud on the side of the street. Everything is too cramped. No storage space in the room, no shelves in the bathroom, no bathroom rug, just one large towel for two people who have booked. A wobbly bed that you can’t sit on because it gives way and threatens to fall apart. Not even a chair in the room, just a stool without a backrest. You can’t sit anywhere. A hotel can be minimalist for a lower pri...

Cindi Fonseca

Cindi Fonseca

Aug 2025

The place is simple but cozy, with everything you need for a comfortable night. Lovely bedrooms and the price is very fair for what it offers.

Sophie Sheath

Sophie Sheath

Aug 2025

The place was absolutely filthy cupboard doors falling off in the kitchen,sideboards were covered in a layer of gunk all pots dirty,is advertised and an apartment however you only get a room to yourself kitchen is shared.poo up the walls in the bathroom ,hair all over the bedroom floor and sheets ,showers covered in hair and leaked all over the bathroom floor.location isn’t great at the inn is beh...

Map of Shamrock Inn

Address: 50 Lower Glanmire Rd, Cork, T23 RY23, Ireland

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How to get to Shamrock Inn:

Take a taxi from Cork Airport (9.0 km; ~15 mins drive) directly to Shamrock Inn.

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About Shamrock Inn (Cork)

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+353 87 207 8616

Average price

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