The River Lee Hotel
Hotel in Cork City
4-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsPool, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Art Deco hotel with bars and a health club
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a health club, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The River Lee Hotel offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a health club, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The River Lee Hotel offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Cork City
Available Rooms
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 320 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, Multiple Beds
1 Double • 1 Single • 320 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View
2 Double • 320 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, 3 Twin Beds
3 Single • 320 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double
Sleeps 3
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Reviews
5.0
The service is excellent, room spotless, comfy bed. Lovely coffee available but add a few Barry's Tea bags for extra points.
5.0
Such a welcoming place in a perfect location. Every single member of staff were so helpful, friendly and accommodating. Welcoming reception, everywhere spotless and fabulous rooms. I felt so comfortable and at home the entire stay, spa awesome too. River Club fab food.
5.0
All great, specially restaurants service
5.0
Perfect hotel for business travel, super nice staff and great food.
5.0
Very large rooms, great bed and bedding. Good food, great service.
5.0
This is my fourth trip and, as always, it was a super comfortable stay. The staff are so friendly and helpful.
5.0
Top rate front desk staff, updated public areas, great gym/pool/sauna. The Grill Room was wonderful for dinner - food, ambience, and service.
Conversely, the breakfast (a la carte) was easily the worst meal we had during our entire trip. Very off brand for the hotel..
One opportunity - offer softer (down/down alternative) pillows as an alternative.
Overall - great stay, neighborhood, views
5.0
The River Lee Hotel is a short walk to the University College Cork. Also near by, along the Lee River, is Fitzgerald Park and a pedestrian bridge you can take to get to the Cork City Gaol. In the opposite direction, it’s a short walk from the hotel to the English Market.
I did not get breakfast at the hotel. There are dozens of coffee shops near the hotel where you can get pastries as well.
The hotel restaurant, The Grill Room, is excellent. We had the fillet but the best part of the meal was the desserts. They out did themselves with the desserts. I had peaches and cream and my daughter had sticky toffee pudding. They were marvelous.
There is a large underground parking garage that is shared with other facilities. The garage entrance was a bit tricky to find because it is not next the hotel entrance. I had to go to the hotel front desk to get directions to the garage entrance. Once in the garage, you double back until you’re parking near the hotel elevators.
When I booked this hotel, I asked for a walk-in shower (aka a shower stall). I emphasized that I did not want a combination shower/tub. What I got was an accessible room, complete with a wheel-chair accessible shower. So, I cannot review what a typical room is like. I can say that our room was quiet and clean.
5.0
Great location and beautiful hotel!
5.0
Lovely hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable. We were traveling from the states and arrived earlier than our check-in time. The hotel was able to accommodate our request for an earlier check in which was welcome news for two weary travelers. The hotel restaurant was very good. Highly recommend this place.
4.0
Lovely relaxing stay! Kevin Milligan on check in was so pleasant. Breakfast delicious. Beds and pillows v comfortable. Lovely and quiet.
5.0
Staff was very helpful and approachable. Within walking distance of city center. Very clean and the restaurant was very nice. Had a great trip and would stay again. Helena at the front desk was lovely and gave us great recommendations.
5.0
It was amazing. The hotel is top class for everything!
10.0
We had an amazing view from our room and Gabriella was fantastic. The gym connected to the hotel was a pleasant surprise. The hotel restaurant and bar were fantastic. Plenty of walkable cafes and pubs close by.
10.0
Great location, walkable to many pubs, restaurants, and shopping. Upscale and clean hotel with very accommodating staff.
10.0
Was clean and comfortable and room was good size
10.0
Ryan on the front desk was amazing; hook care of all minor issues.
Kudos also to Denis for supporting us with safe problems.
3.0
Outside of hotel and lounge areas are the nicest part of the hotel. Carpet throughout each floor is pretty gross, needs replaced. Rooms are average, nothing too great about them aside from water pressure being really great in shower/bathtub.
10.0
We had an excellent two-night stay at The River Lee Hotel in August 2024. The facilities are fantastic and the location is perfect with just a short walk to the best bars and cafes in Cork.
10.0
Great hotel! Would recommend.
10.0
Very pleasant visit
10.0
Great stay
10.0
Next to the river , easy walk to town, nice bar and restaurant
10.0
Best staff in Ireland thus far! What an amazing group of people! Clean, excellent restaurant, good location.
10.0
The most comfortable bed. The best continental breakfast as well as great restaurant experience for dinner.
10.0
Our experience was excellent.
10.0
Very nice hotel.
10.0
We had a fantastic time at The River Lee. Nice staff, great location and good dining options right at the hotel.
4.0
Beautiful public areas - the lobby bar and terrace are lovely. Rooms are comfortable but could be a little more modern. Staff were wonderful
10.0
Stayed for 3 nights. Very convenient location for getting around Cork on foot. Did not try the restaurant, but enjoyed the amenities in the executive lounge (coffee, snacks). Very nice, comfortable room.
10.0
Nice place
10.0
Everything works perfectly. Love the rooms and breakfast.
Have been staying here for the last 5 years and feels the need to renovate
5.0
Lovely hotel with spacious rooms and nice dining options.
3.0
Receptionist can be more welcoming.
5.0
Awesome hotel with a great gym & spa. Everything was well appointed & clean. Staff was always helpful. Easy parking as well. Would definitely stay there again if in Cork.
10.0
We were treated like VIP's we were so tired when we arrived & were treated so nicely by Ryan. He was very kind & friendly. We have never received service such as his.!! We will definitely refer friends & family to use River Lee. Ryan also gave us a lot of info for things to do. We enjoyed our stay so much. Outside our window at night was the beautiful Red Cross made our stay. Thank You
4.0
Second stay. Love this clean hotel you can walk in to city. realistically weather in cork often means taxi or Uber which are easily got. Hotel is very clean, nice rooms, bars and food. Disappointed not allocated river lee roomike last time so felt like a different hotel.good parking staff friendly food good lovely cocktails would stay again
10.0
The customer service was excellent t
10.0
Lovely hotel. Many amenities. The view of Cork from room is impressive.
10.0
I always stay at The River Lee, when in Cork. The location is excellent and the staff are very helpful.
The bar and restaurants are also excellent in their own right. Highly recommend a vodka dirty martini!
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Cork City?
The average price for a rental in Cork City is R 2,157 per night. This rental is R 2,083 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The River Lee Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The River Lee Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is The River Lee Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The River Lee Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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