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The Olde Bakery: Traveller Reviews

Kinsale, Ireland
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The Olde Bakery
Ranked #8 of 46 Kinsale B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
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Regina, Canada
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Wonderful place!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Proprietor Tom and Chrissie Quigley. A wonderful homey atmosphere!! Tom (a retired Garda) and his son Cian were great hosts and we had a lovely breakfast with all that you could think of to eat and wonderful conversation. The only disappointment here would be that we didn't get a chance to meet Chrissie as she was recuperating in hospital but hoping to be discharged soon. We hope she is back in the Olde Bakery running a tight ship and feeling well now.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Huntington, New York
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“GREAT PLACE .....GREAT HOSTS !!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2011
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We stayed at the Olde Bakery and couldn't have been happier there.
Tom & Chrissie were the nicest hosts & made us an outstanding traditional irish breakfast. The rooms were clean & comfy. They made us feel right at home. I would highly recommend this B & B to anyone staying in the Kinsale area....which might I add was a pretty place on the water.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Adorable and Fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011

Loved every minute we stayed here. Tom and Chris are true hosts, making you feel right at home. Couldn't recommend them enough.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Chicago, Illinois
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Lovely B&B with Lovely Hosts”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011
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We stayed at the Olde Bakery B&B in Kinsale for a night on our road trip through Ireland. Kinsale is a neat harbor town, albeit a little sleepy when we were there. It makes a perfect overnight spot, particularly if you are going to play Old Head (less than 20 minute drive from B&B) or head on to Killarney or Dingle. This B&B is centrally located near the restaurants and harbor (less than 5 minute walk). We didn’t use our car when we were there, so as other reviewers have mentioned, though B&B doesn’t have private parking, we found a spot within a few blocks of the B&B and it was a non-issue.

As for the B&B itself, it is run by an exceedingly warm, interesting older couple (Tom & Chrissie) with two friendly, little dogs (that are not allowed in the rooms or the kitchen). While it is in town in a very convenient location, it is on a quiet street, which makes for undisturbed sleeping. Our double room was large, clean and with a sizeable ensuite bathroom. A nice hairdryer was provided, which I always appreciate.

I agree with other posters that it feels like you are staying with relatives in their home. That atmosphere was a nice break for us, as it provided a personal touch and road-tripping in a different country can be a bit stressful. Tom provides solid restaurant recommendations, and they had by far the largest, best breakfast spread of anywhere we stayed! In sum, I would absolutely choose to stay at this B&B when passing through Kinsale again.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pawleys Island, South Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Charming! We would stay again!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2011

Tom & Chrissie made us feel right at home. Chrissie welcomed us and found us a parking spot close by.Due to a cancellation, we were able to stay in the large room downstairs, which saved us carrying our bags up to the 2nd floor! The location is an easy walk into town and Kinsale has much to offer. We joined other guests in the kitchen for a delicious full Irish breakfast cooked by Tom~excellent fresh eggs and bacon and homemade breads.
Good value, can recommend you stay here!

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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Kinsale, Ireland
Price range (per night):* 84 AUD - 96 AUD

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