Imperial Hotel Cork City

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

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 features air-conditioned rooms and Escape Spa. From classic rooms to the penthouse, the rooms feature smart TVs, free WiFi, Nespresso machines and toiletries. Helena's Restaurant offers Cork City’s best cocktails and food. Enjoy mouth-watering dishes and an extensive range of cocktails and wine in a vibrant and relaxed setting. Guests can enjoy a coffee or light bite in Lafayette's, while Fitzgerald's, the hotel's main bar, serves cocktails. At the spa, guests can indulge in treatments including an aqua body polish, facials and massages. The spa also features an aroma and salt grotto, as well as tropical mist showers. Guests must pre-book at a cost of €20 per person for 60 Minutes at The Vitality Suite with Hydrotherapy Pool and Steam Room. Kent Train Station, Cork Bus Station, Cork Opera House, Nano Nagle Place, Crawford Art Gallery, Shandon Bells and St. Fin Barre's Cathedral are all under a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Cork Airport is just a 10-minute drive from the Imperial.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • 3 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking available

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
3 twin beds
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Catherine
United States United States
“Gorgeous rooms comfy large beds. Staff was so competent and lovely”
Laura
United States United States
“I absolutely LOVED this hotel. The staff were all amazing, 10 out of 10!! I have never met so many kind and accommodating employees in one hotel. The rooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is in a great location. I...”
Michael
Canada Canada
“Excellent location in the heart of Cork close to many tourist attractions. A large comfortable room with all the amenities one needs for a comfortable stay.”
Cynthia
United States United States
“The breakfast was exceptional. Best to be had gorgeous surroundings. Food was good as well.”
Dermot
Ireland Ireland
“Everything. Location, decor, food and superb staff.”
Orla
Ireland Ireland
“Love the new room decor The turndown service Quick check in and out Staff very friendly and helpful Air con is great and room very quiet Bed very comfy”
Dana
United States United States
“Excellent hotel! Hard to navigate (driving) at UNF the property which had off site parking”
Stacey
United States United States
“Gorgeous hotel. Our room was beautiful and comfortable. The amenities were great. Breakfast was delicious with a variety of choices. We were greeted with kindness and hospitality from the moment we arrived.”
Mark
United States United States
“We loved the beauty of the hotel as well as its historical value value!”
Claudia
Australia Australia
“Central to all shops walked everywhere Easy access to bridges to cross the river Breakfast absolutely delicious Staff throughout the whole hotel were very friendly and helpful”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
Helena's
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Lafayettes
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Restaurant #3

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House rules

Imperial Hotel Cork City takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 500 is required on arrival. That's about $573. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The hotel does not have a car park but there is parking available for an additional fee in a private car park located a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Street parking is free of charge from 18:30 to 08:30 Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.

When booking for 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The Spa is closed on bank holiday Mondays.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of € 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.