Sheilas Tourist Hostel

About the hotel

Convenient Location

Sheila's Cork Hostel, just a stone's throw away from the heart of Cork, offers easy access to popular attractions like St. Patrick's Quay and Cork Opera House. The proximity to the bus and train stations makes traveling a breeze.

Relaxing Amenities

Unwind in the sauna, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and catch a movie in the cinema room with plush bean bags and a large plasma-screen TV. The self-catering kitchen and terrace provide additional comfort and convenience during your stay.

Award-Winning Service

Recognized with a "Recommended" award by "Let's Go," Sheila's Tourist Hostel promises exceptional hospitality and a memorable experience. Book now and experience the charm of Cork with us!

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• 24-hour front desk
• Heating
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Garden
• BBQ facilities
• Laundry
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Sauna
• Packed lunches
• Non-smoking throughout
• Daily housekeeping
• Designated smoking area
• Street parking
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Shared kitchen
• Outdoor furniture
• Picnic area
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 10:30

Guest reviews

• P

  PamUnited Kingdom

  8

  Perfect for a short stay, reasonably priced

  Liked: Great location and value for money

  Posted in October 2026

• C

  CillianIreland

  8

  Disliked: The female staff on the front desk were no help. Poorly trained. Very matter of fact.

  Posted in October 2026

• I

  IngridMexico

  1

  Liked: Out of all the places I stayed during my travels, this was unfortunately the most challenging and uncomfortable experience. Starting with the positives, the staff and fellow travelers were always kind and friendly. The hostel has a genuinely welcoming, social atmosphere. However, the facilities and overall condition of the property made my stay much more stressful than I had anticipated. First of all, getting to the hostel on foot is incredibly exhausting, especially if you’re backpacking with heavy luggage. The surrounding streets are extremely steep, and walking uphill with all your belongings is definitely not an enjoyable experience. The hostel itself feels like an old house that has been converted into shared accommodation, but unfortunately, it also feels quite outdated and poorly maintained. One positive is that they offer female-only dorms. However, these are located on the very top floor, making the climb even more exhausting. The bathrooms were probably the worst part. There are very few throughout the property, and an entire floor of rooms has to share a single bathroom. Their condition and lack of proper maintenance made using them particularly unpleasant. The bedrooms were also extremely small, with barely enough space to move around comfortably. Everything felt cramped. Because of my experience with the overall cleanliness, I didn’t feel comfortable using the shared kitchen or dining area. On a more positive note, I did appreciate the workspace near reception, which was comfortable and convenient whenever I needed to get some work done. Would I stay here again? Unfortunately, no. It wasn’t necessarily a matter of feeling unsafe, as I never had any particular concerns about the people or the atmosphere. It was more about the constant discomfort, poor maintenance, lack of cleanliness, and the physical effort required just to get around the property.

  Posted in October 2026

• A

  AlvaroSpain

  8

  Incredible experience in Sheila’s hostel

  Liked: The staff was amazing thanks to all, and everything was clean even the kitchen that I used to cook there was 10/10, the people were very respectful and cleaning as they go that was an amazing experience.

  Disliked: There is not lift

  Posted in October 2026

• D

  DanielIreland · Couple

  9

  Great value for money

  Liked: Very nice location good facilities

  Disliked: Nothing

  Posted in October 2026

• A

  AdamIreland

  8

  Liked: Great location in the city centre, the staff were friendly, generally decent for its money.

  Disliked: The building doesn't have a lift so if you're on the last floor you have to take the stairs. Due to its great location do not expect to be quiet at night.

  Posted in October 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

Please note guests under 18 years cannot stay in the dormitory rooms.

Please note that reservations for more than 7 nights cannot be guaranteed for the same bed for duration of stay.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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.