Westlodge Hotel & Leisure Centre - Bantry

4-star leisure hotel on 11 hectares overlooking Bantry Bay, West Cork

Accommodation & Grounds

The Westlodge Hotel & Leisure Centre Bantry sits on 11 hectares of landscaped gardens with views of Bantry Bay and the surrounding mountains. The hotel offers traditional guestrooms with en suite bathrooms, as well as self-catering cottages set in tranquil gardens. Guests have access to electric vehicle charging stations and free parking on site.

Dining

The Sugarloaf Restaurant serves dinner with views over Bantry Bay, sourcing ingredients from artisan suppliers across West Cork. Casual meals are available in the Carbery Bar, which also offers a kids' menu and snack bar. Breakfast is served until 11am, with a buffet including cooked-to-order pancakes and a gluten-free selection.

Leisure Centre & Wellness

The leisure centre has an indoor swimming pool, children's pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room open all year. A state-of-the-art gym with personal trainers is available, along with yoga classes and beauty services including massages and haircuts. Guests can also use the fitness or spa locker rooms and sun loungers by the pool.

Outdoor Activities & Sports

The hotel grounds include a 9-hole pitch & putt course, tennis court, and a soccer pitch. Walking routes on the property include a fairy trail, and guests can access the Sheep's Head Way directly from the hotel. The hotel also offers mini golf, a children's playground, and evening entertainment with live music.

Location & Local Attractions

Bantry town centre is a 15-minute walk away, with a food and craft market every Friday. Local attractions include Bantry House & Gardens, Bantry Bay Golf Club, and boat hire on the bay. The hotel is on the Wild Atlantic Way, providing access to the Beara Peninsula and West Cork coastal walks.

• Accommodation: Guestrooms and self-catering cottages on 11 hectares
• Dining: Sugarloaf Restaurant with Bantry Bay views, local produce
• Leisure Centre: Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and gym
• Activities: Pitch & putt, tennis, soccer, fairy trail, mini golf
• Location: 15-min walk from Bantry, on Wild Atlantic Way
• Family: Children's pool, playground, kids' menu, movie nights