When visiting Kinsale, Garda House is a great choice to consider.
At a glance
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Property size
6 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The host will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevators
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
No housekeeping
Things to do
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Cycling nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
6 rooms
Property does not allow children
Fees & policies
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25.0 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Garda House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Garda House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, horseback riding, and sailing.
What's the area around Garda House like?
Garda House is located a short 1-minute walk from Desmond Castle.
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Reviews
Garda House Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2024
Great location
Location was great, beds not the most comfortable. Coffee supplied with basic glasses/dishes. Hot shower was great! Nice sitting area to relax with friends
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2024
Great location. Place was clean.
Unfortunately the washer didn’t work and was told it wasn’t a current option to use
The property manager only communicates through WhatsApp which you don’t know until he doesn’t reply to any emails and you finally call and it’s on his voicemail. He was very attentive once we communicated via WhatsApp. Download the app and don’t expect to use wash machine and after that you have a great place to stay. Our unit did have small steps to go up and down to get into the place.
Tara
Tara, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 27, 2025
Great location, needs improvement.
The apartment is in a great location with easy key box access, Wi-Fi, warm water, and a spacious layout. The kitchen is nice but lacks basic dishes and pans. The two double bed mattresses were adequate but not comfortable. The sleeper sofa was unusable, no sheets or blankets, and the pad was badly soiled. The whole place needs a deep clean. Only two kitchen chairs for a family of four, and not enough towels (those provided were thin and had holes). I contacted the property about missing bedding but got no response even after 2 emails and 1 WhatsApp. With better upkeep, bedding and communication, this could be a solid stay. I would have booked elsewhere had I known.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 29, 2022
The house was very clean and cozy. It had everything we needed.
Peter
Verified
4/10 Fair
Aug 7, 2025
Great location. And that’s where it ends. We checked ourselves in to find a very dirty apartment- sticky and dirty floors, a sofa bed and extra blanket that smelled of urine, non-working appliances and threadbare towels. The property manager is only on duty until 6 pm, so we didn’t receive assistance until the next day at 9 am. The apartment was deep cleaned the next day. It should have never been rented in that condition. And no offer to compensate us.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 23, 2025
The property manager was wasn't the nicest person. Our key codes for each apartment was mixed up. Difficult to find the property. The apartment was nice, but could hear footstep from apartment above. Main reason l chose the apartment was for the washing machine, only to be told it can't be used. Washing machine & tv didn't work.
Anna
Anna, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jun 9, 2024
No wifi , tried to email contact never replied
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2019
Lovely Kinsale
We had an amazing stay in Kinsale at Garda House. The accommodations were everything we needed to feel at home away from home.
Beverly
Beverly, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2019
Grand apartment in a central location.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2018
We loved the clean, updated modern house. We wished there was a lock box w/ key to check in instead of having to coordinate a time w/ the host because our phones did not work internationally. The property manager/host was very kind and helpful though! We would stay here again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2018
Garda House was a lovely place to stay in Kinsale - our host did a great job of meeting us and getting us settled and knowing where everything was. We had the downstairs unit - The two bedrooms were neat and clean and the common area was just right, and the bathroom was modern and clean (though a little small). Plus having parking in a lot immediately connected to the back of the unit was great for loading and unloading, as parking is a premium in this area due to narrow streets. Only drawbacks: the wifi never worked properly for us, and the washer/dryer was temporarily out of commission and we were planning on using it. And we could hear the upstairs people late into the night. But if the wifi was working, I'd totally stay here again - it's right in town and an easy walk to anywhere!
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2018
Fantastic location in the heart of Kinsale. The apartment was updated to the highest specifications. Would definitely stay at the Garda House again.
Jeanine
Jeanine, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Aug 24, 2018
Not good enough!
Great location and good for longer stay but so overpriced! Woman managing the property was rude and shouted at us when we told her we wanted to check in at 17.15! Apparently she had three other properties to manage that took priority. Not the irish way I’m afraid, very inappropriate behaviour and not what you expect in a tourist town. Apartment was clean but open food packets from previous guests and used hand soap in bathroom. Plenty of nicer places to stay in Kinsale with amazing customer service!