Emma’s place is quite a hidden gem. Sitting down a narrow alley, this two bedroom space is very quiet and comfortable, with great kitchen, livings spaces and a very nice, large modern bathroom.
The neighborhood is funky and is away from the touristy part of town (it’s across the river and a block over from the Grand Parade) so you get the feeling of living like a local.
Despite being off the main tourist area, the place has great access to a couple of major attractions. You actually have a view of the gorgeous gothic cathedral at St. Fin Barre’s from your breakfast table through the skylights. We were there on a Sunday, and the sounds of the bells calling the congregation to mass were a wonderful way to start our day.
In addition, the Elizabeth Fort, which offers a history lesson and a commanding view of the city is literally just two blocks away from the apartment.
We enjoyed hanging out with the regulars at Tom Barry’s pub, and the little coffee shop just up the hill, and there was a convenient small grocery in the same area where we bought supplies to stock the fridge.
We would certainly stay at Emma’s again if we return to Cork.