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Wild Atlantic Way – Cork

Kinsale Hotel & Spa is the first hotel or last hotel on the Wild Atlantic Way route. Therefore lies at the foot or tip (depending on where you begin!) of the Wild Atlantic Way experience. Begin or end your adventure on the Wild Atlantic Way with a luxurious stay at Kinsale Hotel & Spa. This extraordinary route is Ireland’s first long distance touring route, stretching 2,500 kilometers along the Atlantic Coast from Donegal to West Cork.

The Wild Atlantic Way route is designed to provide visitors with an unforgettable experience. This route is set to open up a huge number of towns and attractions to visitors and showcase scenery and unique features of the West Coast of Ireland as well as providing easy access to a range of interesting experiences along the route.

This Wild Atlantic Way route is fully signposted and stretches from Donegal to Cork in the south through Connemara, The Burren, Galway Bay and Kerry. The Wild Atlantic Way route is the longest defined coastal drive in the world. However driving this long distance may not be for everyone, if this is the case, visitors can take a boat for part of the journey.

A swimmer enjoys the crystal-clear waters of Tranaun Beach on Inishturk Island—a Green Coast Award beach known for its unspoiled beauty and stunning views of Croagh Patrick, Mweelrea, and the Connemara Mountains. This idyllic and secluded beach is a true hidden gem along the Wild Atlantic Way. Inishturk, just 9 miles off the Mayo coast, is a small yet breathtaking island full of natural charm. Pic: Michael McLaughlin

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Kinsale Hotel & Spa is the perfect location if you want to unwind & relax before or after your exciting adventure on The Wild Atlantic Way . The hotel is ideally located for your Wild Atlantic Way route being only 25 minutes drive from Cork International Airport and 5 minutes from the start of the official Wild Atlantic Way route. Spending a few days at Kinsale Hotel & Spa before or after your Wild Atlantic Way adventure will allow you to experience the plethora of famous attractions (such as Old Head Kinsale, Charlesfort, Blarney Castle, Cobh, the Jameson Distillery in Midleton & the eclectic centre of Cork City, home to The English Market) which are on your doorstep in Cork. All within a short drive of the hotel, while indulging in 4 star luxury. To begin planning your trip, click here for our best value special offers and to experience our bespoke Wild Atlantic Way packages. We look forward to welcoming you for a few days in the city of Cork in the luxury of Kinsale Hotel & Spa on your Wild Atlantic Way adventure.

To start your Wild Atlantic Way journey at Kinsale Hotel & Spa then don’t hesitate to contact our reservations team at: reservations@hotelkinsale.ie or 021 470 6000

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