Bantry Travel Guide

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Pro

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  Bantry is a thriving, busy seaside town in West Cork 


Con

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  no cons 


In a nutshell

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  Ireland's Eden 

 

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Things to Do  

Boat Trip

Boat Trip, Bantry

 Annie_D Says:  I loved going on this trip as it was on the ocean on a very hot day. It was from Bantry harbour to a neighbouring island called Widdy Island. I would reccommend this to anyone 

WEST CORK LITERARY FESTIVAL 8-13 July 2007 BANTRY

WEST CORK LITERARY FESTIVAL  8-13 July 2007 BANTRY, Bantry

 songlines Says:  READING - WORKSHOPS - SEMINARS - CHILDREN'S EVENTS - EXHIBITIONS - MUSICHeld in Bantry every year, this is a wonderful festival, the little town is absolutely bursting with literary activity, people, authors, poets and artists. This festival is usually held the last week of... 

Spend the day at the Market

Spend the day at the Market, Bantry

 songlines Says:  On a sunny day this can be a most enjoying activity, you just chill out, walk around, perhaps purchase something fun or you might find some real old Irish utensil, there is no knowing what you will find or pick up and that includes kitten, ducks or puppy dogs! You also get... 

Visit to Bantry House

Visit to Bantry House, Bantry

 songlines Says:  This is a wonderful large house set in beautiful gardens overlooking the famous Bantry Bay, and it also has the Armada museum in on its lands.It also has a lovely coffee shop but that is sometimes closed to the public. 

Beara Peninsula

Beara Peninsula, Bantry

 kentishgirl Says:  Visit the Rocky Beara Peninsula -just drive, cycle or hike around , visit the small towns along the way and enjoy your surroundings! 

Enjoy the scenery

Enjoy the scenery, Bantry

 kentishgirl Says:  There really are very little in the way of interesting attractions to visit in this area, For me I much prefer to take in the breathtaking scenery that abounds you in this remote part of the country. 

Hotels  

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Hotels  

Vickery's Inn: The Inn

Vickery's Inn: The Inn, Bantry

 Franz66 Says:  My room was clean and tidy.Staff were polite and friendly.Breakfast was very nice.Located in the town centre the inn has a restaurant,bar and secure car park. Very good value for money. 

Blas na Mara Bed and Breakfast: Basic Bed and Breakfast

Blas na Mara Bed and Breakfast: Basic Bed and Breakfast, Bantry

 Annie_D Says:  I arrived on Friday to the b&b but found that there was no one there so had to wait for about 30 minutes for the lady of the house to get back. she was lovely though and a great host. the food was lovely and delicious. was about 15 minute walk from the town. i would... 

Reendonegan House: A Relaxing Destination

Reendonegan House: A Relaxing Destination, Bantry

 WhispersWest Says:  Louise Casey is a most gracious Hostess. Reendonegan House is a wonderfully updated Georgian Country Manor. The bedrooms are large and all are ensuite. Each has a magnificent view. There are three bedrooms in total, one double, one triple and one family room.The... 

DÚNAULEY B&B & Self Catering: Every Turn Another View Steals Your Breath

DÚNAULEY B&B & Self Catering: Every Turn Another View Steals Your Breath, Bantry

 WhispersWest Says:  We stayed in the Self Catering Apartment for a week. It was aground floor unit, which meant that I didn't have to negotiate stairs. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen appliances easy to operate. They povide all of your linens and towels, which is always a huge plus! THey... 

Restaurants  

the Snug: grumpy owner/staff

the Snug: grumpy owner/staff, Bantry

 turas Says:  bar /restaurant , small , done up in that wood style that was all the rage back in ther eightiesnow a bit naff to be honestWas excellent in the past , but not so great now,Owner grumpy , staff not very friendlyfood : boooooring average fair, nothing spectacular , you wont... 

o Connor's: great sea food

o Connor's: great sea food, Bantry

 turas Says:  Have eaten lunch here several times and each time it gets better.It's popularity is evident from the number of people waiting for a table, on any typical summer day. probably a good idea to ring ahead if you want to book a table as the restaurant can be very busy.Not sure... 

The Court House: Lovely Chips

The Court House: Lovely Chips, Bantry

 Annie_D Says:  Very small but lovely I absolutely loved the fries and sausages there.. better than the middle of ireland 

Cafe Organico: Organic food and Spelt cooking!

Cafe Organico: Organic food and Spelt cooking!, Bantry

 songlines Says:  A great place to eat, lovely atmosphere, tasty cooking. In this place you can get a variety of fresh warm cooked lunches, also salads. You can get sanwiches made on spelt bread, also sweet foods. A light, airy place, surrounded by art exhibitions and the possiblilty of going... 

Transportation  

Drive Yourself!!

Drive Yourself!!, Bantry

 kentishgirl Says:  For me the best way to discover anywhere in Ireland is to drive yourself!If we are going anywhere outside of Dublin on our trips here I ALWAYS drive over, and bring my little Ford KA ! (otherwise known as the go-kart!!).It is much easier just to please yourself and take in... 

The Place

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 Visit the Rocky Beara Peninsula -just drive, cycle or hike around , visit the small towns along the way and enjoy your surroundings! 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Has anyone stayed here, and do you recommend it? Is use of the leisure center included for guests, or do you have to pay extra for... 

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A: West Lodge is a fine Hotel - run of the mill, nothing special but friendly and 'real'. Leisure centres in hotels in Ireland are always included in the price. There will... 

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Bantry

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 Bantry Market is held every Friday in the quare of Bantry, a seaside town in West Cork. On the first Friday of every month there is an even bigger market held. People from all over West Cork come and... 

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Bantry Bay

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 We visited the city of Cork only very briefly and moved swiftly on to the beautiful surrounding countryside within Co.Cork. Bantry Bay is located close to the rocky Beara Peninsula, and our tour... 

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Bantry

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 I went to Bantry on the 8th June for a weekend and I must say that it is the most spectacular place that I have ever been to. I loved it there and would like to go back someday. 

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Garden Paradise in West Cork

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 Palm Trees, semi-tropical flowers, no, you aren't in the Bahamas, you are in Bantry, Co Cork, Ireland. The first time I came to Bantry, I wasn't sure where to look first, the bright blue sea... 

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Bantry Beauty

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 I stayed here for I think nine days and resided at the same establishment Vickery's Inn for the whole of my time there.I will return to this page at a later date but suffice to say the views of the...... 

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