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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.

good location, Great bar and restaurant y nice staff.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,224 reviews
Price from
£197
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.

Wonderful old hotel excellent location - so much history - easy set down and car park easy to locate a wee walk but safe and easy access - room was amazing - big and spacious - bar downstairs cool - so close to everything. The breakfast was beautiful - everything you needed - had two amazing old bars that were very lively - late check out which is kind so you can look around town if need. Bar man accidentally made me the wrong drink so didnt charge and then went and made the correct one - Love the little home made local produce in the cages served for breakfast - its very grand. The staff are very happy in their work and love to help. Stunning history and furnishings

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8.7
Fabulous
4,253 reviews
Price from
£145
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.

Hotel location was ideal. In centre of city but not right by shops. Big hotel rooms were fab

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8.1
Very good
4,481 reviews
Price from
£144
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.

Size of room and bathroom. Meals and drinks.

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8
Very good
1,176 reviews
Price from
£136
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.

The room was bigger than expected. The bar downstairs had amazing food and cocktails

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8.6
Fabulous
2,925 reviews
Price from
£93
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.

The location, everything was perfect!

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8.3
Very good
3,363 reviews
Price from
£111
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.

Nice clean bathtub for a bubble bath. Big spacious room with comfortable bed.

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8.9
Fabulous
2,522 reviews
Price from
£161
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.

Excellent breakfast, friendly staff, beautiful views!

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8.7
Fabulous
4,128 reviews
Price from
£105
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.

Great hotel with a nice breakfast and hotel staff. Takes 15 min by bus to Cork city centre.

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8.7
Fabulous
3,635 reviews
Price from
£114
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.

Daniella, Erin and Rachel, wonderful ladies who made the experience that much better.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,047 reviews
Price from
£179
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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  • Cork International Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,635 reviews

    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.

    Easy for catching a 5:45am flight! Great value! Good fun.

  • Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel & Villas
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,237 reviews

    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

  • Radisson BLU Hotel & Spa, Little Island Cork
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,230 reviews

    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

  • The River Lee Hotel a member of The Doyle Collection
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,223 reviews

    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.

    Friendly staff - good food - clean comfortable rooms

  • Maryborough Hotel & Spa
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,113 reviews

    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.

  • Clayton Hotel Cork City
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,481 reviews

    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

  • College View Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 28 reviews

    College View Apartments is a new luxurious apartment complex directly opposite University College Cork (UCC) and a 5-minute walk from the city centre.

    La posizione e l'appartamento molto ordinato e pulito

  • Oriel House Hotel
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    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,917 reviews

    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

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Cork

  • Avg. price/night: £152.78
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,925 reviews
    Stylish boutique hotel with lovely additions
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £204
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,818 reviews
    Very trendy and cool. Very clean, staff clearly well coached , stunning design, great attention to detail.
    Wayne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £204
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,818 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: £204
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,818 reviews
    Exceptional hotel, the interior design was absolutely stunning! The staff are super friendly and welcoming. The quiet pool and spa were such a treat, with no pre-booking faff to deal with. We had a delicious breakfast overlooking the city on their rooftop bar. We loved our stay and little touches like original artwork on the walls and the record players in the room really made it a stand-out experience.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 872 reviews
    This was a great place to stay.There was nothing boring or bland about this guest house. The numerous diverse artworks in common areas were terrific - indeed extraordinary. Staff were excellent, friendly and very helpful. Room was comfortable, bathroom modern and well equipped Free continental breakfast was good idea, simple yet sufficient. Guest lounge was probably the most visually impressive we have ever been in. Compact yet inviting with great designer chairs.
    Eliza Jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £142.54
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,230 reviews
    Service and interior design. Communal areas were exceptional. Hotel was quiet while still busy. Standard room was a little outdated but well kept and bathroom was lovely. Loved the shower, refreshing. The pool was lovely too. The time I went the hydrotherapy section wasn't functioning due to baby swim classes but I'm sure it would have been really nice. Will definitely come back and try out the spa next time!
    Cassandra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £204
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,818 reviews
    Liked the decor, the interior design was on point, felt very expensive. The leisure facilities were very simple but clean. Tried to play the spa vibe but don't be fooled. Simple pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam. We didn't use the gym, but again it looked very expensive. The girl who was working on here was lovely, very chatty and enthusiastic. There was a Dyson hairdryer in the gym changing room and plenty of toiletries you could use should you need.. Beds were comfy, room clean.
    Katherine
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 295 reviews
    very comfortable, quiet, great location, beautifully designed, lovely gardens, plenty of parking, the host was fantastic, excellent breakfast, a wonderful experience all round. and a gorgeous friendly cat on the grounds too:)
    Ellen
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £204
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,818 reviews
    Stunning interior design, attention to detail and friendly staff
    Mo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £179.24
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,253 reviews
    Hotel is beautiful! If you're into architecture or interior design this place will make your heart burst. We stayed in the Junior Suite and it was fabulous great value for money. Mini fridge filled with beverages that are with the room so drink up. Food was excellent and all the staff were lovely made us feel very welcome. Especially Malorie ginger haired lady on reception so welcoming and explained all the facilities to us and the restaurants just the kind of Lady you love dealing with.
    Mairead
    Young couple

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