Cork Serviced Accommodation – Luxury serviced accommodation in Cork
As Ireland’s second city - regarded by some as “the true capital of Ireland”- Cork is an immensely popular destination for visitors from all over the world. Packed with 17th century alleys and Georgian parades combined with modern architectural masterpieces, Cork is a fascinating city with much to explore. Citybase Apartments offer you a choice selection of accommodation in Cork suited to meet the needs of any traveller.
Cork Accommodation List
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2 Night Minimum Stay
Lowest Rate: €50.00
Conveniently located within easy reach of the city centre, the College View Apartments are just a short walk away from the famous sights, attractions, shops and pubs Cork is renowned for.
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30 Night Minimum Stay
Lowest Rate: €82.66
Located in the affluent Douglas area in the south side of Cork city, Rochestown Park provides comfortable, modern accommodation in an ideal location.
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1 Night Minimum Stay
Lowest Rate: €100.00
Set in a strikingly designed modern building overlooking the River Lee, the Westview Apartments offer a convenient central location within easy reach of the main attractions and shopping centres of Cork.
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Once a major seaport and today a cultural hotspot – as displayed in 2005 when Cork was the European Capital of Culture – Cork offers a diverse selection of sights and attractions, a heady mix of old with new, all of which are easily reached from your Cork accommodation. The city centre is conveniently compact allowing you to reach almost everywhere from your Cork serviced accommodation on foot.
Cork City is the heart of industry in the south of Ireland with many international companies having branches and offices here. Accommodation in Cork offers those visiting on business a comfortable and convenient base with your Cork accommodation ideally located with easy access to key business areas.

For those with a bit of time on their hands, a number of alluring attractions lie just outside of the city centre yet still easily reached from your Cork accommodation. Blarney Castle – with its famous Blarney Stone, the castle like Cork City Goal – with its breathtaking views over the city, and the pretty seaside town of Kinsale – known locally as a gourmet heaven are worth leaving the comfort of your accommodation in Cork for.
Did You Know?
Kissing the Stone of Eloquence, or the Blarney Stone as it is also known, at Blarney Castle is said to give all those brave enough “the gift of the gab” (great eloquence or exceptional skill at flattery). To obtain this special gift, hopefuls must hang backwards over a steep drop at the very top of the castle, with the aid of a helpful attendant or by gripping the strategically placed iron bars, and kiss the stone.
Climate/Weather
The climate in Cork is similar to that of the rest of Ireland – mild and changeable. Temperatures are rarely of the extreme and rain is abundant. Cork has been known to be quite foggy at times.
Sightseeing
Cork is a popular tourist destination with people from all over the world coming to visit this beautiful city. There is much to see and do including:
• St Fin Barre’s Cathedral – the fine 19th century Gothic cathedral.
• Shandon Church – the tower and bells of which are symbols of the city.
• Cork City Gaol – located just outside the city centre, a trip to this castle like building is well worth it.
• Blarney Castle – just 8km (5 miles) from the city centre visit the beautiful castle and kiss the Blarney Stone if you dare.
• English Market – a Victorian indoor market offering delicacies from all over Ireland and the world.
Getting Around
Cork city centre is conveniently compact making almost everything accessible on foot. Walking is one of the best ways to see Cork allowing you to get a real feel for the city. Alternatively, there are other ways to get around:
• Bus – provides access around the city centre and the suburbs.
• Taxi – numerous taxis can be found around the city.
• Car – driving around the many bridges linking the city centre can be quite daunting but traffic isn’t generally too bad.
Eat/Drink
Cork is home to a number of traditional dishes which are definitely worth a try:
• Crubeens – salted pig feet or trotters, boiled and served with cabbage – traditionally eaten with fingers.
• Tripe and drisheen – tripe, animal stomach, and drisheen, a type of Irish black pudding, are eaten together. Sometimes called “Packet and Tripe” the dish is available from the English Market.
• Stout – with two local breweries, Beamish and Murphys, Cork is proud of its stout. Can you take the challenge and taste which is which?