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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near University College Cork

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Lunch served, al fresco dining
Exterior
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Nestled near University College Cork, The River Lee Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and steam room. Indulge in al fresco dining at The River Club, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby, or take advantage of fitness classes at the health club.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Terrace
The current price is HK$2,014
HK$2,286 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Room options

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • English Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork City Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 20 min drive
  • Midleton Station - 19 min drive
  • Glounthaune Station - 24 min drive
  • Cork Kent Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Costigan's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ichigo Ichie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elizabeth Fort - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Church Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Alibi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

At The River Lee Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University College Cork and Blarney Castle. After visiting the health club for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. This eco-friendly hotel also features an indoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Lithuanian, Polish, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site self-parking (EUR 15 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2006
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Dining

The River Club – This bar serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
The Grill Room – This brasserie only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Cocktail Bar – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 26 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

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The River Lee Hotel Cork
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Frequently asked questions

Does The River Lee Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The River Lee Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The River Lee Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The River Lee Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The River Lee Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 15 per day. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The River Lee Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The River Lee Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. The River Lee Hotel also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The River Lee Hotel?

Yes, The River Club offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around The River Lee Hotel like?

The River Lee Hotel is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from University College Cork and 4 minutes' walk from Mercy University Hospital. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The property's restaurants offered great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere with delicious options for breakfast and dinner. (24 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and plentiful with a wide range of options. (21 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight of the stay, described as fun, massive, 20m, very nice, clean, and enjoyed by families. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Comfy beds and fantastic staff/service!
Stacie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel. Comfortable beds and lovely room
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stylish hotel with exceptional facilities! Loved the look of it, bed was comfortable, room had everything we needed, and the staff was friendly and helpful! Would stay again.
Stormy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is in a great location and it is beautifully maintained. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, quiet room with a nice view of the city and River.
Kevin, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

I loved that there was a restaurant and bar at the hotel. I also liked that breakfast was available and that there was a health center and spa. The view from the room was the best part. I loved the view from our room.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved the location , walking distance to the city centre. Room was spacious and clean.
Mary, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff and the hotel were great. The location was good and walkable. The honeycomb old fashioned was excellent!
Sheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was lovely, beds were comfy. Only 10 mins walk to city centre.
susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always a pleasure to stay there
John J Cerullo, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A great service overall
Yunsik, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location. Friendly staff. Clean rooms.
sam, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

My go to place for a city break. Very comfortable, clean and the service is great.
Teddy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and stylish hotel with very friendly staff and an excellent restaurant
timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Top class service
Philip James wilson, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great service
Khaled, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, modern , comfortable beds. Easy, safe walk to restaurants and stores.
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location on the River Lee. Easy location to access by foot or car. Breakfast was excellent.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and convenient parking
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel. Excellent staff and clean rooms.
Margaret, 8-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved this hotel

I couldn't fault the river lee hotel , the staff were excellent, and so friendly.food was amazing and beautiful bar and restaurant areas.. Big rooms with comfortable beds. Also a great location
Wendy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and service

Great location for easy walk into the city center. Excellent service from hotel & restaurant staff. The restaurant was great & the breakfast pastries were excellent!
Christopher, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Happy

The room made us feel so cozy. We loved strolling the nearby streets. It was the perfect location!
Patricia Ward, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice property. Great people.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

10 out of 10 would stay again. Room was spacious and clean. Staff was supur friendly and helpful.
Antoinette, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

lovely
Catherine, 1-night trip