The Maritime Hotel in Bantry Joins the iNUA Collection
The Maritime Hotel in Bantry, West Cork, has joined The iNUA Collection, with Cliste Hospitality taking over management of the four-star hotel from 1 November 2026.
The appointment marks a new phase for the waterfront property, which will continue to operate under the leadership of General Manager Scott Hornibrook and its established local team, supported by Cliste Hospitality’s wider experience in hotel management and operations.
A New Partnership in West Cork
Based in Cork and led by CEO Sean O’Driscoll, Cliste Hospitality manages hotels across Ireland, including Muckross Park Hotel & Spa in Killarney, Tullamore Court Hotel and Radisson Blu properties in Cork, Limerick, Sligo and Athlone. The addition of The Maritime Hotel strengthens the group’s presence in Cork and extends The iNUA Collection’s offering into Bantry, one of West Cork’s best-known coastal towns.
The new management arrangement follows 20 years under the Gleneagle Hotel Group, whose contribution to The Maritime Hotel was acknowledged with thanks by the hotel’s directors.
The Same Local Team, With New Support
Continuity is central to the new arrangement, with Scott Hornibrook remaining as General Manager alongside the hotel’s experienced team.
Sean O’Driscoll, CEO of Cliste Hospitality, welcomed the opportunity to work with colleagues at The Maritime, recognising the longstanding relationships they have established with guests and the local community.
He highlighted the team’s experience, friendliness and commitment to service as important strengths of the hotel, while expressing his intention to support The Maritime’s continued involvement in Bantry and tourism initiatives throughout West Cork.
Scott Hornibrook also welcomed the partnership, noting that Cliste Hospitality shares the team’s commitment to guest satisfaction and understands the importance of maintaining the hotel’s established character.
For guests, the message is straightforward: The Maritime Hotel will continue to operate with the same local team, now supported by the wider resources and expertise of Cliste Hospitality.
The Maritime Hotel: A Waterfront Stay in Bantry
Overlooking Bantry Harbour, The Maritime Hotel is a four-star property on The Quay, within walking distance of the town’s shops, cafés and restaurants.
Its location provides access to the wider West Cork coastline, including the Sheep’s Head, Beara and Mizen peninsulas, while Bantry itself remains an important destination for visitors travelling along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
The hotel offers guest rooms, family suites and penthouse accommodation, alongside dining at The Ocean Restaurant and The Maritime Bar.
Guests can also use Club Maritime, which includes a 19-metre indoor swimming pool, children’s pool, gym, sauna and steam room. With meeting and event facilities overlooking Bantry Bay, The Maritime also welcomes conferences, weddings, private celebrations and live entertainment throughout the year.
Continuing The Maritime’s Connection With Bantry
The Maritime Hotel has an established place in Bantry’s hospitality and events calendar, attracting local visitors alongside guests travelling to West Cork. That connection will remain an important part of the hotel’s future under Cliste Hospitality management, with the existing team continuing to oversee daily operations and guest services.
The hotel’s Christmas programme reflects its role as a local entertainment venue, with Phil Coulter scheduled to perform on 18 December 2026, followed by the annual Bantry Hospice Gala Night on 19 December and Chasing Abbey on 29 December.
As the new partnership begins, The Maritime Hotel and Cliste Hospitality will focus on supporting the hotel’s team, maintaining the standards valued by returning guests, and contributing to tourism in Bantry and the wider West Cork region.
