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Top rated by travelersBru Bar & Hostel, C$126
Cheapest bed foundSheilas Tourist Hostel, C$103

Finding cheap hotels in Cork: FAQs

No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Cork are full of digital nomads and tourists of all ages.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cozy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travelers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by likeminded travelers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Cork. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around, and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Cork hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Cork generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Cork. Not only can you get a bed for as little as C$103 per night, you can also cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
Other backpackers rated Bru Bar & Hostel and Sheilas Tourist Hostel as the best hostels in central Cork for value, cleanliness, and comfort.