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Hotels:
If you want hotel accommodation in Baltimore try Baltimore Harbour Hotel which has a pool and leisure centre.

You will also get well looked after at Casey's of Baltimore hotel, Seafood Restaurant, & Traditional Pub.

Rolf's Country House in Baltimore is another hotel we recommend.

For hotel accommodation on an island you can stay on Sherkin island in the Islander's Rest Hotel.

In the Bantry area we recommend the new 4 star Maritime Hotel, Bantry.

B&Bs
Stone House Baltimore In the heart of Baltimore village, your host Rianne has 4 rooms en-suite, home baking and a dive centre

Atlantic House, Castletownshend
Spectacular views and a warm welcome await you from Kathleen and John Cronin in their B+B near the village of Castletownshend.

Sallyport House, Kenmare
Luxury accommodation from the Arthurs at the elegant Sallyport House.

Local Activities, Facilities and Festivals
Atlantic Boating
Anything from an anchor to a Zeppelin rib, Diarmuid and Nadine Minihane can supply you from their marine store in Skibbereen. They also operate the marina in Baltimore and offer motor boat hire.

Atlantic Sea Kayaking
If you come to Baltimore do not leave without experiencing a kayaking adventure with Jim Kennedy. All levels catered for and if you don't mind being out late at night go for his starlight / moonlight adventure. Imagine beginning your trip at dusk and paddling into the darkness, whether there is a full moon or a star filled sky overhead. Each trip has its own special magic. Combine this with the phosphorescence lighting up the ocean as it glitters like millions of aquatic stars and you have a truly remarkable experience. If however you are a day person he will take you kayaking to the local seal colony and introduce you to some of the hidden scenery in West Cork that most people do not know exists.

Aquaventures Diving
Jerry and Rianne Smith operate Aquaventures and will take you diving on the World War 2 submarine U260 or to one of the many shipwrecks and reefs off Baltimore.

Cape Clear Island
On Cape Clear Island visit Mary and Ciaran O Driscoll's pub and restaurant or stay in their B+B or one of their holiday cottages.

West Cork Coastal Cruises
Take a trip around the Fastnet Rock during the summer months from Baltimore or Cape Clear Island.

Baltimore Dive Centre

Baltimore Wooden Boat Festival

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