My husband and I just stayed one night in this warm and cozy B&B. We wished we had stayed longer though after sleeping one night in the most comfortable bed ever and having the best breakfast. Its located very close to everything. Walking to all the great restaurants and Pubs. Since we were only there 1 night we just walked into the town. But our hosts were very kind and gave us great advice on where to have dinner and some ideal spots for a drink and music.
Our room was so lovely and spacious that I really didn't want to leave. But we would definitely recommend this place to anyone staying in the adorable town of Kinsale.

Since the first contact with Mairead, Cloister's owner, everything was perfect. She was very helpful and a week before our arrival she send us instructions on how to get there, since the city had been under major roadwork.

So, as you can imagine, our arrival was perfect.

Mairead and her husband were extremely nice. The house was comfy and the room was perfect. Nice colors. The bed was fantastic and the room itself was very spacious for a B&B. The bathroom was small, but avarage size for a Irish B&B.

They had in each room recommendations for restuarants with average price per person.. that was very helpful for us to decide where to dine.

The breakfast was perfect. They had two prints of world news which I thought was a fantastic idea and a plus. All we ate there was delicious.

So, if you decided to go to Kinsale, this is the place to stay.

Stopping in for only one night- the beautiful town of Kinsale might have been our favorite Irish relaxation destination. John and Mairead were the perfect guides- directing us to a can't miss evening of music at one of the local pubs and some of the best fish ever at Fishy Fish. The location is wonderful- just a three minute walk from everything in town, and we slept like rocks on the comfy beds! Breakfast was one of the best we'd had on our trip. Mairead is an incredible cook and John epitomizes Irish hospitality. A place where we really felt welcome.

Steve & I have had the most fantastic break in Kinsale.
We spent 8 nights at Cloisters & now we're home, & on diets of course, we are craving Maireads breakfasts & Johns coffee!
Words are not enough to recommend Cloisters. Mairead & John welcome people into a lovely home.
Their hospitality is second to none & nothing is too much trouble.
The accommodation is maintained immacculately, the rooms are spottless, our queen size bed really comfy, plenty of tea, coffee & biscuits, always hot water from a lovely power shower, clean towels daily.
Our hosts were always keen to help in any way they could, local info, places to visit etc.
And yes, the breakfast is as good as you read on every other review!
Scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, full Irish breakfast, ham & egg brioche, cinnamon & sultana toast with maple syrup & of course the goats cheese, black pudding & fresh basil omelette. All perfectly prepared & presented. Fresh breads, muesli, fresh & stewed fruits.............yes really all that!
I'm raving about it & I'm a chef!
The B&B is perfectly located in a small street within easy walking distance of the restaurants & bars, but not amongst them, making it a peaceful place to stay. There's even a church & tiny castle opposite.........................bliss.
We loved it & I'm certain you will too.