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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars/lounges and health club
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Lunch served, al fresco dining
Exterior
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork
  • University College Cork
    4 min walk
  • Mercy University Hospital
    4 min walk
  • English Market
    7 min walk
  • Cork (ORK)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Cork

The River Lee Hotel puts you in the heart of Cork, within just a 10-minute stroll of University College Cork and Glucksman Gallery. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The River Club is open for lunch. The Cocktail Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to aerobics classes. Business amenities include 8 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Cork hotel include Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Triskel Arts Centre.

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • English Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork City Hall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costigan's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ichigo Ichie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elizabeth Fort - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Church Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Alibi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

Art Deco hotel with bars/lounges and health club
As a guest of The River Lee Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 8 meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified The River Lee Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2006
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The River Lee Hotel offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • 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 provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at The River Lee Hotel?

The River Lee Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on 26 Nov 2024 start from AU$353.34, 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 parking available at The River Lee Hotel?

Yep, The River Lee Hotel has a secured covered self car park for EUR 12 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The River Lee Hotel?

The closest beach to The River Lee Hotel is Fountainstown Beach (18 km).

Does The River Lee Hotel have a pool?

The River Lee Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The River Lee Hotel?

The River Lee Hotel features a health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and 24-hour room service.

What makes The River Lee Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The River Lee Hotel.

Is The River Lee Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The River Lee Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The River Lee Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The River Lee Hotel?

No, The River Lee Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The River Lee Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The River Lee Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The River Lee Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The River Lee Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 788 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1001 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

Debajeet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything works perfectly. Love the rooms and breakfast. Have been staying here for the last 5 years and feels the need to renovate
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with spacious rooms and nice dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ireland trip
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Takuya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Receptionist can be more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
The customer service was excellent t
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Many amenities. The view of Cork from room is impressive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sergio Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean property, very close to the City, absolute pleasure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Ft. Myers

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A 15-20 min walk from everything. Lovely lobby area and bar areas! Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a nice location.
Very nice hotel. Good location for seeing Cork. Wonderful restaurant, really enjoyed our dinner. Reception staff were very friendly knowledgeable and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

YUSRA, Adayliah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room with good matrices and comfy pillows Hotel location is with walkable distance from all attractions and city center Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, helpful, pleasant staff Impeccable accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted, Roseville

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

8/10 Good

Danna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel! Only down side is the pool closes early on Sundays so we were not able to enjoy it, but it was a great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Royce

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walkable with comfy beds
This was in a great location as it was close to town but not in the middle of all of the hustle and bustle. Just about a 5-10 minute walk from everything. Plus they have super comfy beds which made for a great night sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. The room was immaculate, beds were so comfy and lots of space in the room. We ate in the restaurant and the food was incredible. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024