A place Apart...

Gougane Barra Hotel is situated in a uniquely magical unspoilt lakeside location in the mountains of West Cork in the South West of Ireland. Neil and Katy’s 26 bedroom family run, seasonal hotel is renowned for its genuine old-fashioned hospitality, has a reputation for really good food, has a cosy friendly bar, and relaxing sitting rooms overlooking the lake and mountains. We have bikes and rowing boats and are just 1 kilometre from the Coillte National Forest Park.


There is a very popular theatre festival (Theatre by the Lake)in late July and early August. We would be happy to help you plan any specialised break with the help of an experienced energetic team.

The church in Gougane Barra
(St. Finbarr’s Oratory) is a famous wedding venue, and is just a short walk from the hotel. We specialise in small intimate weddings and also have civil ceremonies in the hotel.


Whatever your reason is to visit Gougane Barra we can help you make it a memorable one..


We are closed for the winter season and we look forward to reopening on the 6th of April 2012. We would like to thank all our customers, friends and our great team for making 2011 season such a success..We look forward to seeing you in 2012..