Visitor Info
Important Contacts
Welcome To Clon
Located along Ireland's stunning Wild Atlantic Way, Clonakilty is the jewel in the Crown for West Cork, and is the gateway to a world of adventure.
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Clonakilty is a vibrant, friendly and colourful town surrounded by beautiful beaches and home to a rich food and music culture. A visit to Clonakilty is a must to get a true feel of the relaxed ‘West Cork’ lifestyle.
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A wander through Clonakilty’s buzzing Friday market is a good starting point to understand the town’s food culture. Local organic farmers, cheesemakers, foragers, fishmongers, bakers and coffee roasters jostle shoulder by shoulder with procurers of exotic treats from Europe and the East.
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Accommodation
The Clonakilty Park Hotel, formerly the Quality Hotel, is located in the heart of Clonakilty. It is an ideal base for touring the West Cork region which is blessed with some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery. Just a 45 minute drive from Cork City, it is also a place where guests can relax and slow down.
Clonakilty town centre is approx. a 10 minute stroll from the hotel. It is a town of tall spires, towers and historic buildings. In modern times, it is also renowned for its variety of craft shops and boutiques and for its nightlife and pubs, which are rich in tradition and overflowing with talent.
The hotel has a large number of en-suite, spacious rooms, all with flatscreen TV/DVD player, mini fridges, and tea/coffee making facilities. Complimentary wi-fi is available throughout the hotel. There is two wheelchair accessible rooms and a number of rooms on the ground floor. We also have large family rooms, two bedroom apartments and self-catering holiday homes.
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During your stay, guests have full use of the Leisure Club, with 20m pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room and also full access to the Fitness Centre. There is also a number of treatment rooms for a little bit of extra indulgence.
Nearby Attractions
RESTAURANTS
A wander through Clonakilty’s buzzing Friday market is a good starting point to understanding the food culture which infuses the town’s many restaurants, hotels, pubs and food outlets. Local organic farmers, cheesemakers, foragers, fishmongers, bakers and coffee roasters jostle shoulder by shoulder with procurers of exotic treats from Europe and the East.
Things To Do
A vibrant town, Clonakilty also boasts beautiful beaches, green surrounds and a mix of activities for everyone from water sports and adventure to golf, and our proud heritage.
CULTURE
"There's always something on in Clon"
Clerk of The Course: Steve Davis - +35386 1703333 - steve @westcorkrally.com
Chief Marshal: Ronan Comerford - +44 7845 403298
Accomodation Officer: accommodationwestcorkrally@gmail.com
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