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The Bosun

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Loughbeg with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Free daily full breakfast
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
At The Bosun, enjoy a warm welcome with free full breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Savor the local and international flavors at the on-site restaurant, unwind in the outdoor entertainment area or bar, while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Loughbeg is home to The Bosun. Blarney Castle and Queenstown Story are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mahon Point Shopping Centre and Merchants Quay Shopping Centre. Titanic Trail and Cobh Heritage Centre are also worth visiting.
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Map
Strand road, Monkstown, County Cork

What's nearby

  • Titanic Experience Cobh - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port of Ringaskiddy - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Fota Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Mahon Point Shopping Centre - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • University College Cork - 17 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Cobh Station - 21 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballynoe Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rob Roy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Titanic Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ferryboat Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Mauretania - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Bosun

Property highlights
Free full breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Bosun. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Bosun, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bosun include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bosun

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Bosun Monkstown
The Bosun Guesthouse
The Bosun Guesthouse Monkstown

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bosun pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Bosun?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Bosun?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Bosun?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Bosun located?

Situated in Loughbeg, this guesthouse is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cobh Golf Club and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Cobh Museum. Hitchmough's Equestrian Centre and Sirius Arts Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Bosun Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy place, the staff is very friendly and kind
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honestly Disappointing

Overall it was very disappointing from the check in when he told us that we didn’t have a room because there was an issue on their end even tho I called hours before arriving and nothing was said but somehow he just happened to have one available, going into the room it looked ok but when you start to actually look around it was not clean at all, the kettle had dirt marks all over it inside and out, there was two lights in the toilet and not one of them worked, going to lay on the bed I noticed there was a yellowish mark on my pillow so I just turned it over because there was no extras, the mattress was like sleeping on the floor with a sheet wrapped around us, no heating in the room and honestly the place just felt unsafe with no cameras anywhere and no staff around at all plus the front door had no lock system so literally anyone could walk in whenever. The next morning we got the breakfast and it was actually really nice but the cutlery and plates were not in the best condition. Honestly would never stay here again unless they did huge works and actually put in the effort to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel. Highly recommended

The accommodation at the Bosun is fantastic. We stayed for 4 nights visiting family who live just up the road. Everything about the place is lovely. The view across the river to Cobh is stunning. The room was lovely. It had everything we needed. The shower was amazing! We had breakfast each day. The “full Irish” was incredible. The nicest breakfast I’ve ever had. Special shout out to Nicky and the girls who couldn’t do enough for us. There is free parking in the Bosuns own car park across the road. We could see our car from our room. The food in the pub for lunch or dinner is gorgeous. If you like sea food you’re in for a treat. I had the mussels which were beautifully baked with a garlic crust one night. Delish! Monkstown is a lovely little town and a great place to base yourself whilst exploring Cork. We had a trip out to Kinsale, a 30 minute drive, which is well worth a visit. We will definitely return to the Bosun. Can’t recommend highly enough
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Bosun

Excellent friendly service with a smile.Clean and tidy. Good onsite restaurant and bar. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

GERARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

July 21

Excellent service, lovely people, clean room and a fantastic breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent and Don was very accommodating. Lovely room with harbor view. Food was fantastic. Loved hearing about the history of the place. The Bosun was one of the best places we have stayed in Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend this hotel! :)

Beautiful view of the sea and the port.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

MOV.AI Lda Raul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It does not have

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended place to stay

A beautiful place to stay. Professional service in a fantastic setting. Warm and friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms and the food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at The Bosun

I was happy to find a place near where I needed to be for work. Covid makes this a bit difficult. From the very beginning Don made every effort to make me feel welcome. Everything was explained thoroughly with promises to fix the Wi-Fi, which was not their issue, as quickly as possible and it was. Even though the attached pub and restaurant was closed, they gave me 4-5 options for each night for dinner. I was the only guest/diner most nights and the food was excellent. Breakfasts went from cereal, to full Irish, and anything in-between. Nick had no issue with special requests and was eager to please. Come hungry!! The rooms were clean comfortable and had daily service. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Well run, Family Hotel

Excellent Place to Stay- Breakfast was amazing - better than many a hotel - Parking was easy - convenient to the City, Cobh, Fota , Amazing Sea food in adjacent restaurant .Covid Aware - Fully recommend this the Bosun
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020