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The Bosun

3.5 star property
Comfortable guesthouse with free breakfast and restaurant

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The Bosun

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Free daily full breakfast
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Overview of The Bosun

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Strand road, Monkstown, County Cork
  • Popular LocationPort of Ringaskiddy9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMahon Point Shopping Centre15 min drive
  • Popular LocationFota Wildlife Park16 min drive
  • AirportCork (ORK)23 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Monkstown

The Bosun is located in Loughbeg. Fota House Arboretum and Gardens and Blackrock Castle are local landmarks, and travellers 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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What's nearby

  • Port of Ringaskiddy - 9 min drive
  • Mahon Point Shopping Centre - 15 min drive
  • Blackrock Castle - 15 min drive
  • Fota Wildlife Park - 16 min drive
  • University College Cork - 17 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Connie Doolan's - 12 min drive
  • The Mauretania Bar - 12 min drive
  • The Ferry Boat Inn - 7 min drive
  • The Quays Bar and Restaurant - 12 min drive
  • Titanic Bar and Grill - 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 such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at The Bosun feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Bosun

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

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.
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

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?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Bosun located?

Situated in Loughbeg, this guesthouse is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Cobh Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hitchmough's Equestrian Centre and Sirius Arts Centre. Titanic Trail and Titanic Experience Cobh are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

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

Julie

Travelled with family
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

Business traveller
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

Travelled with group
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