Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.1190Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at Fernhill.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Accommodation Experience comfort in our spacious en suite bedrooms equipped with modern amenities like TV, telephone, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms offer picturesque garden views for a tranquil stay.
Gastronomic Delights Indulge in a culinary journey at our restaurant, serving fresh, local produce for lunch and dinner. Start your day with a delicious breakfast made to order, along with a buffet of wholesome options from our in-house bakery.
Enchanting Gardens Explore our stunning landscaped gardens featuring a permanent marquee, rose walk, and gazebo illuminated at night, creating a magical atmosphere. Immerse yourself in nature just 3 miles from the scenic southern coast of Ireland.
Book your stay at Fernhill House Hotel & Gardens for an unforgettable experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
9.1
Top rated
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by 190 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.4
- Service9.8
- Location9.4
- Rooms8.3
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.3
- Food & drink9.4
Guests mention
Excellent breakfastFriendly staffClean facilities
PatrickIEGeneral ambience and friendly and happy staff.
NiamhItalyGardens and staff are lovely and the atmosphere of the hotel is homely and friendly.
The historic house is almost hidden under all the contemporary extensions
BernieIECannot complain at all .
Beautiful property and gardens . Very clean and staff were very friendly and professional . Breakfast to suit every palate. Highly recommend . Beautiful wedding venue
The shower/wet room ,water slow to go down the drain.
MaryUnited KingdomGreat!
Large and airy bedroom and bathroom which were both very clean
The wedding guests were quite noisy
SusanIEThe breakfast was just ok. Buffet style. Would have expected more cooked to order dishes on the menu. Toast offered was just sliced pan instead of a nice sourdough.
We booked a superior room. It had a view over the…
GavinIEExcellent atmosphere, food and staff
Everything was excellent
A spa or treatment facilities would really make it a top notch hotel
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Fernhill, Clonakilty
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Fernhill Hotel & Estate
What time is check-in and check-out at Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Fernhill Hotel & Estate allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Fernhill Hotel & Estate have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Fernhill Hotel & Estate have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Fernhill Hotel & Estate?
Fernhill, Clonakilty.
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