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The Metropole Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers can enjoy regional cuisine at two hotel restaurants, unwind with a drink at the bar, or keep up with workouts in the on-site gym

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Located in the Victorian Quarter, The Metropole Hotel offers comfort and convenience. Enjoy regional dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with free in-room WiFi. The property features a business center and a 24-hour front desk for traveler assistance.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is €170
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Victorian Quarter, a neighbourhood in Cork, The Metropole Hotel is near a train station. Cork Opera House and Cork City Gaol are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blarney Castle and Blarney Stone. Enjoy an event or a match at Pairc Ui Chaoimh, and consider making time for Titanic Trail—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing. Visit our Cork travel guide
Map
MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • St. Patrick\'s Bridge featuring heritage elements, a bridge and heritage architecture
    St. Patrick's Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • City center of Cork, Republic of Ireland
    Cork Opera House
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • English Market showing interior views and markets as well as a small group of people
    English Market
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University College Cork which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
    University College Cork
    3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Everyman Palace Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station
    8 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Moxy Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Gallagher's
    2 min walk
  • Sin É
    3 min walk
  • The Shelbourne Bar
    1 min walk

About this property

The Metropole Hotel

Upscale hotel near Cork Opera House
Located close to English Market and University College Cork, The Metropole Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car hire on-site and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Regional cuisine. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
  • Meeting rooms, a porter/bellboy and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and laundry services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Hospitality Certified – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Met Bar
  • Riverview Restaurant
  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1897
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 50 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 12.00 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gresham Metropole
Gresham Metropole Cork
Gresham Metropole Hotel
Gresham Metropole Hotel Cork
Metropole Hotel Cork
Metropole Cork
The Metropole Hotel Cork
The Metropole Hotel Hotel
The Metropole Hotel Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Is The Metropole Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Metropole Hotel?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropole Hotel on 6 Apr 2026 start from €170, 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.

How much is parking at The Metropole Hotel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Metropole Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Metropole Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Metropole Hotel located?

Located in Victorian Quarter, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cork Opera House and English Market. University College Cork and Cork City Gaol are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cork Kent Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Metropole Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely place. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. The staff was very helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Lovely hotel, great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was v nice. Staff excellent but disappointed with breakfast choices. No skim or low fat milk or yogurt
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb breakfast, accomodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch attitude of the staff and inviting decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Great property and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a perfect location of buses, the train station, shopping and restaurants. The breakfasts were wonderful and the staff very accommodating. We just loved Lorraine. She is a delight and treated us as family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really fun location and we had a great experience. The hotel was clean and all of the amenities were excellent. The breakfast was also delicious. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very convenient to everything. Staff was extremely friendly & helpful. Negatives: no wash cloths, windows were broken or handle only reachable by standing on the bed, small rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location for a visit to cork
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Our room was very nice. Easy walking to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Geoffrey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good staff, great breakfast, but the room had a heater that we could not turn off (in June), and despite asking the hotel for assistance, the heat remained on for 2 days straight as we sweated out our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and very clean hotel. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is lovely and staff were all very friendly and helpful. Beds were quite comfortable and the room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful Hotel, particularly the lobby. Our room floor was a little dated and well worn. One elevator was not in service the first night. The room was clean and comfortable, however when we went to shower, had no water. Maintenance came and we were provided a replacement room later that afternoon. Mechanical issues are understandable and staff treated us excellently to move us to a room with working facility. Food and Service was excellent in the Hotel restaurants. Parking is in a car park behind the hotel, no issue getting a spot to park, but access and size of parking spots were quite challenging. Very narrow entry and exit along with tiny spots to be noted.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was particularly nice. We had special needs while there and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with friendly, welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for city centre, with a good range of bars and eateries within a short walk
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Nice staff. Walking distance from main shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top class hotel with excellent service, food and amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frantisek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice weekend in Cork. Hotel good, great location within a walking distance to everywhere. Definitely gonna stay here next time when in the town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024