The Kingsley

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a short walk to University College Cork

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
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Front of property – evening/night
The Kingsley creates a tranquil haven in central Cork with its full-service spa featuring aromatherapy and massage treatments. Guests can enjoy meals at two distinct restaurants, take a refreshing swim in the indoor pool, or decompress in the sauna after exploring the city.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
The current price is €239
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps

Spa

The on-site spa has a variety of ways to help you relax. The hotel's spa offers massages and wellness treatments such as aromatherapy. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and a hot tub.

Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Victoria Cross, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cork City Gaol - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cork University Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • English Market - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cork Opera House - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Glounthaune Station - 13 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Manor Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Natural Foods Bakery in the Park - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Áras Na Mac Léinn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Station - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Orchids - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Kingsley

Upscale hotel near University College Cork
At The Kingsley, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a health club. Indulge in a body scrub, a body treatment and aromatherapy at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy lunch, dinner and local cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a sauna.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 131 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Springboard

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and from EUR 6.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or on-site payments
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Kingsley Cork
Kingsley Hotel
Kingsley Hotel Cork
The Kingsley Cork
The Kingsley Hotel
The Kingsley Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kingsley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kingsley?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kingsley on 5 Oct 2025 start from €239.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kingsley pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Kingsley?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kingsley?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kingsley?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Kingsley located?

Situated in Cork, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cork County Hall and University College Cork. Fitzgerald Park and Cork Public Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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