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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Cork, Ireland

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On the banks of Cork’s River Lee, this luxurious hotel is a 5-minute walk from central Cork. It boasts air-conditioned rooms, bistro, and secure, on-site car parking.

The spacious rooms at the River Lee Hotel have floor-to-ceiling windows and are decorated in fresh light colours and modern fabrics. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV, free internet access and bathrooms with a power shower and under-floor heating.

Great rooms. Fantastic location

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8.7
Fabulous
2,165 reviews
Price from
£168
per night

Located in the heart of Cork city, The Imperial Hotel is less than a minute’s walk from Cork’s main shopping district restaurants and nightlife. It boasts air-conditioned rooms and Escape Spa.

From classic rooms to the penthouse, the rooms feature smart TVs, free WiFi, Nespresso machines and toiletries.

The location, the most comfortable beds ever slept in, fantastic staff who were friendly and made extra effort to make noticeable small touches when interacting

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8.7
Fabulous
4,166 reviews
Price from
£129
per night

Facing Cork City Hall, the Clayton Hotel Cork overlooks the River Lee. It offers beautifully designed air-conditioned rooms, a health and spa centre with pool, and a fine restaurant.

Decorated in light modern colours, many rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows. Rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV or a 43-inch flat-screen TV.

high level hotel, good location, parking solution for 12eu overnight, pool and spa nice breakfast

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8.1
Very good
4,403 reviews
Price from
£136
per night

With views of Cork city and the harbour, the The Address Cork is situated 1 km from central Cork on Military Hill in the historic area of St Lukes. It has a 24-hour reception. Guests can enjoy satellite TV in the spacious bedrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and there is free onsite parking subject to availability.

The Staff went out of there way with Friendly Service Helpful above and Beyond From the Front Desk to the Cleaning Service Thank you And I will be Back

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8
Very good
1,144 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

The boutique Hotel Isaacs Cork City is just a 5-minute walk from the city centre, including the English Market and Shandon Steeple. It offers spacious rooms, Greenes Restaurant, Cask Cocktail Bar and a courtyard with a floodlit waterfall.

Great location! Great Breakfast! Great restaurant!

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8.6
Fabulous
2,854 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

In the heart of Cork City Centre, the Metropole Hotel Cork is just a short stroll from the city’s business district and many excellent shops, boutiques, theatres and galleries.

During your stay at the Metropole Hotel Cork, you can relax in one of 98 tastefully decorated bedrooms, equipped with everything for a comfortable stay.

I highly recommend this Hotel 👏 Great Staff and it's very beautiful inside 👏 It's 126yrs old this year 👏😊 The room was very clean and comfortable 😊 Great Value for Money 😄

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8.3
Very good
3,316 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

On the South Bank of the River Lee in Cork, The Kingsley Hotel features a luxury, organic Spa, a modern health club and an indoor pool. The hotel also offers conference facilities with 8 business suites and one elegant function room. Free WiFi available throughout.

Everything actually. There has only been one other hotel experience in my life in all of my travels I can describe as exquisite. This hotel exceeded all of my expectations, especially the staff during lunch and dinner service. Please treat them well! You have exceptional staff! If I ever visit Cork again, I will be staying at the Kingsley again!

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8.9
Fabulous
2,496 reviews
Price from
£162
per night

With its elevated position, Gabriel House looks out over Cork’s cathedral spires and the harbour. A 5-minute walk from the centre, the house is surrounded by landscaped gardens, offering en suite rooms and free WiFi.

Most rooms at Gabriel House Guesthouse boast stunning views of the garden and countryside. Rooms all feature TVs. All guests have access to filtered water and fresh ice available from reception.

The staff, breakfast, and facilities were all amazing. GH definitely has a family feel to it and is the most warm and welcoming place I've ever stayed. Kathleen and Valerie greeted us every time we came to breakfast or returned from an outing, asked us how our day was, what our plans were, etc. Everything is kept very clean and the breakfast was so good I found myself wishing they served lunch and dinner as well.

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8.7
Fabulous
4,075 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

This hotel is directly opposite Cork Airport with a free shuttle service. It is just a 10-minute drive from Cork City, where there are shops, vibrant bars and restaurants.

The Cork International Hotel is in Cork Airport Business Park. It has 140 luxurious bedrooms, 4 apartments and free overnight parking for guests.

Right next to the airport. Took the pressure of travelling several hours.

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8.7
Fabulous
3,552 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

With fantastic city views, The Montenotte Hotel is just one mile from Cork city centre. In a tranquil location, it offers spacious modern rooms, a pool and free parking.

Bright rooms all have en suite bathrooms with baths and showers. They all feature TVs, hairdryers, irons and tea/coffee making facilities. Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. Apartments are services fortnightly.

we loved the view, the restaurant and the service. The decor was so on trend it was a please to stay there

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8.8
Fabulous
2,004 reviews
Price from
£185
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Maryborough Hotel & Spa
    Breakfast options

    Set in 14 acres of 300-year-old listed gardens, Maryborough Hotel & Spa boasts elegant rooms with bathrobes, a luxurious spa, and an AA Rosette restaurant.

    Clean, professional staff, dinner was spectacular.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,101 reviews
  • Clayton Hotel Cork City
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    Facing Cork City Hall, the Clayton Hotel Cork overlooks the River Lee. It offers beautifully designed air-conditioned rooms, a health and spa centre with pool, and a fine restaurant.

    Lovely room with balcony and view of river. Friendly staff

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,402 reviews
  • Cork International Hotel
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    This hotel is directly opposite Cork Airport with a free shuttle service. It is just a 10-minute drive from Cork City, where there are shops, vibrant bars and restaurants.

    Good location, you can walk from airport to the hotel

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,551 reviews
  • Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel & Villas
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    Located in the Glanmire Valley, Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel & Villas is a 10-minute drive from Cork city centre. It offers large rooms with baths, showers and free WiFi, a restaurant and free parking.

    Excellent food choice and friendly interaction with all staff

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,202 reviews
  • Oriel House Hotel
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    A 15-minute drive from Cork Airport and city centre, Oriel House Hotel has a pool, restaurant and bar. The rooms have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.

    Cozy rooms. Lovely restaurants and delicious food

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,887 reviews
  • Radisson BLU Hotel & Spa, Little Island Cork
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    Cork's most luxurious hotel offers new standards of style and service to both the business and leisure traveller.

    It was a lovely hotel and the staff were very nice

    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,137 reviews
  • Rochestown Park Hotel
    Breakfast options

    The Rochestown Park Hotel offers elegant rooms with marble bathrooms, a leisure centre with pool and beauty salon, and a fine-dining restaurant, just 5 miles from Cork and its airport.

    The food and service were great.Room was big and nice.

    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,696 reviews
  • Clayton Hotel Silver Springs
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    Stylish, spacious rooms, landscaped gardens, and an à la carte restaurant are offered at this 4-star hotel. Less than 5 minutes’ drive from Cork’s centre.

    Staff are excellent, very welcoming & friendly

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,477 reviews

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Cork

  • Avg. price/night: £222.76
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,004 reviews
    Modern design , welcoming staff
    EMMA
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £157.64
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,854 reviews
    Stylish boutique hotel with lovely additions
    Jane
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,141 reviews
    We stayed for 1 night. The room had new furniture and the location was very good. I loved the kitchen equipment (especially the induction hob). They supply you with tea bags and shower gel at the reception when you check in. The bed was comfortable, there was a desk, and a big wardrobe in the room. The view and the design in the kitchen /the lounge area is WOW! Perfect for dreaming in the morning over a cup of tea. ☕
    Le Julia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.09
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,887 reviews
    Lovely staff and affordable price. Very comfortable bed.
    Alzbeta
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £153.03
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,074 reviews
    Rooms were excellent. Breakfast was gorgeous. Staff were very friendly, helpful and professional. Views were lovely...
    Gareth
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    Design
    A
    Aleksandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £187.63
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,748 reviews
    Really funky boutique hotel with lovely finishes. Sophie rooftop bar was beautiful and the food was gorgeous. LOVED design of the room and the rain shower was gorgeous!
    Lorna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £193.63
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,101 reviews
    Absolutely love this hotel!! Couldn’t rate this place highly enough. The staff were exceptional. Knowledgable, friendly and fantastic service. Facilities are great and a lovely setting. Sitting in the garden in the sunshine was a treat! Food was stunning. Very good breakfast. Rooms are lovely and big and a very comfy bed! The spa is gorgeous as well & I was allowed to indulge in the spa and gym all day after I’d checked out whilst I was waiting for my flight home.
    Alison
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £187.63
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,748 reviews
    really cool looking room with great design and a Bluetooth music box. Bed was so fluffy and comfy, we slept for 11 hrs straight!
    Lana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £187.63
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,748 reviews
    We love the overall interior design of the hotel.
    Wei Haau
    Young couple

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