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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
Upmarket Art Deco hotel, a quick walk to University College Cork
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Lunch served, al fresco dining
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Lunch served, al fresco dining
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
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Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM
The price is €235
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork
  • Popular LocationUniversity College Cork4 min walk
  • Popular LocationEnglish Market7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCork Opera House12 min walk
  • AirportCork (ORK)19 min drive
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About the area

Cork

Located in Cork, The River Lee Hotel is in the city centre and on a river. Triskel Arts Centre and Cork Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Bells of Shandon. University College Cork and Glucksman Gallery are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 4 min walk
  • English Market - 7 min walk
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk
  • Cork City Gaol - 3 min drive
  • Cork University Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • CORK (Station) - 16 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Impala - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costigan's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Mardyke Entertainment Complex - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Grill Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Woolshed Baa & Grill Cork - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near University College Cork
Located close to Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Glucksman Gallery, The River Lee Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The River Club, offers lunch, light fare and al fresco dining. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a hot tub.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a water dispenser and a computer station
  • A porter/bellboy, a ballroom and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 182 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and highchairs

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.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11 AM on weekends; EUR 26 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cocktail Bar
  • The Grill Room
  • The River Club

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Building
  • Built in 2006
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

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
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 26 for adults and from EUR 12.50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

Hotel River Lee
Lee Hotel
Lee River Hotel
River Lee
River Lee Cork
River Lee Hotel
River Lee Hotel Cork
The River Lee Hotel Cork
The River Lee Hotel Hotel
The River Lee Hotel Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Does The River Lee Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Lee Hotel?

As of 27 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on 26 Aug 2024 start from €235.19, 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 River Lee Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The River Lee Hotel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

What time is check-in at The River Lee Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The River Lee Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The River Lee Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Cork, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University College Cork, Glucksman Gallery and Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. Triskel Arts Centre and Cork Opera House are also within 15 minutes. CORK (Station) is 27 minutes by foot.

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 775 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

terrence o.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, excellent service, great food and drinks. One of our favorite hotels anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was above expectations and the restaurant was outstanding. Every member of our party of six thoroughly enjoyed their dinner choice. The service in the restaurant and later in the bar was wonderful. Five stars all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and beautiful hotel with great location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was nice and quiet. The restaurant is a bit expensive but the food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a convenient location in Cork. The room was large, clean and very comfortable. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Sachse

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was probably one of my favorite hotels in Ireland. I loved the easy parking for our cars, the rooms, amenities, and the bar. The staff there are all top notch, the hotel itself is lovely, and the location is wonderful. It seemed very quiet there. The only issue is coffee. If in-room coffee suits you, then no issues for you. But if you want good coffee at the hotel it's $20 room service, or the $60/pp breakfast. Fortunately Depeche coffee is 5 minutes walk down the way - just be aware that things are very slow there - slow to open - and move slowly - so if you're crunched for time and can't wait 30 minutes for coffee at the local shop, plan accordingly. I recommend gearing down and enjoying your stay - this is a lovely hotel for that!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional and the hotel itself was impeccable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant for dinner was exceptional. Staff was way above average and the room was also above average for the other places we stayed in Ireland
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Amenities
Front staff was wonderful ! Great suggestions on dinner and easy to walk to everything !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria, San Francisco

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
This is our go to place to stay anytime we are in Cork city. Great restaurant, coffee in lobby, friendly and helpful staff plus the gym & pool facility are excellent and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to university. Quiet. Just nothing wow about the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel & the ac worked great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jolynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was very accessible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service made this five stars for us. We had two rooms and six people, two of which were young children, and the staff made every aspect of our stay hassle free. We ultimately loved it so much we decided to extend the stay an extra day. Once again, this was done without any hassle whatsoever. I wanted to particularly call out Ryan for his friendliness and helpfulness. Both our kids got sick on the trip and Ryan was so helpful and gracious in helping us navigate that. Would recommend to anyone and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location, beautifully decorated and staff was exceptional. Rooms were spacious and provided all the amenities we needed. The lobby bar and restaurant were top notch. We will definitely stay there longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia, Vacaville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
We liked everything. Four adults and one four-year-old for two nights. It was too simple to walk in to town. The breakfast was really great and the dinners were fine with great service. Very comfortable clean room. The bathroom was spotless and very modern. This place is perfect for center of Cork visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Everything was flawless! Exceptional place to stay. Delicious food and beverages!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

General hotel information

Hotel location
Cork
Star rating
4 star property
Nearest airport
Cork (ORK)
Nearby landmarks
Mercy University Hospital, Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, Crawford Art Gallery