Blarney Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Blarney, County Cork

Visitors love the fascinating historical sites they can explore in Blarney. The major shopping area and lively bars are some of the places to visit while you’re here. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Based on our travel expertise, Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel, BW Signature Collection is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Cork City Gaol is a short 8-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is Muskerry Arms.

In Blarney, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Blarney Woolen Mills, Church of the Immaculate Conception and Church of the Resurrection. You’ll also find Cork City Gaol and Fitzgerald Park in the area.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Blarney, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Blarney, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.