Parknasilla Resort & Spa, CorkParknasilla Resort & Spa in Cork, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 9 of 26 hotels we score in Cork. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.6 before correction.Parknasilla Resort & Spa is a four-star hotel and spa in Sneem, County Kerry, set on a 500-acre coastal estate along the Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way. It overlooks Kenmare Bay, with the Kerry mountains, islands and hidden beaches around it. Guests can choose from hotel rooms or self-catering houses, and the estate includes a nine-hole golf course, spa facilities and marked walking grounds. The restaurant serves meals that reviewers rate highly, and staff at breakfast and dinner are attentive. Rooms are described as spacious and comfortable, and cleanliness standards are strong. It suits families, couples and anyone touring Kerry by car. One quirk: swim caps are required in the pool.What stands out

Attentive restaurant and breakfast staff

Spacious, comfortable bedrooms

Excellent spa and swimming pool

Golf course and scenic walks on site

Watch out for

Swim caps mandatory in the pool

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