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Fota Island Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Indoor pool
Front of property
Indoor pool
Front of property
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Fota Island, Fota, Cork
  • Fota Wildlife Park
    4 min drive
  • Fota House Arboretum and Gardens
    6 min drive
  • Cobh Cathedral
    10 min drive
  • Cork (ORK)
    24 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fota

A luxury stay in Fota awaits you at Fota Island Hotel & Spa. You'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Fota House Arboretum and Gardens and 8.1 km (5.1 mi) from Titanic Experience Cobh. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a golf course and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy and hydrotherapy along with access to the mud bath. The restaurant, Fota Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Spike Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. 6 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Fota hotel include Jameson Experience and Cork Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Fota Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mahon Point Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Cork Opera House - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
  • English Market - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • University College Cork - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Glounthaune Station - 10 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Guilders - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bramley's Lodge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Roaring Donkey - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bean & Leaf - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Elm Tree - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Fota Island Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course
Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 6 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Fota Island Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Fota hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers 131 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 18 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amber Lounge
  • Fota Restaurant
  • Spike Bar

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 18 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and from EUR 6.50 for children

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, Eurocard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information 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

Fota Hotel
Fota Island
Fota Island Hotel
Hotel Fota
Hotel Fota Island
Fota Island Hotel Spa
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Fota
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel Fota

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fota Island Hotel & Spa on 22 Dec 2024 start from AU$301.42, 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 Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Fota Island Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Fota Island Hotel & Spa is Fountainstown Beach (14.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Fota Island Hotel & Spa. It has a hot tub, a steam room, a sauna and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Fota Island Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and golf lessons. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

What makes Fota Island Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fota Island Hotel & Spa.

Is Fota Island Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Fota Island Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Fota Island Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

No, Fota Island Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Fota Island Hotel & Spa has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range, golf lessons, mini golf and golf caddies are also available.

Fota Island Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 784 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 784 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 784 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 784 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 784 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Lynn

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

10/10 Excellent

alan

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

10/10 Excellent

ciara

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Rooms were fantastic food was good, found the Amber lounge food really good and well priced. The clubhouse food and service was average, young staff who don’t seem to know what to do and food was just ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

6/10 Okay

Iain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice Venue but Not 5-Star Service
Lovely setting. Great pool. But far from 5-star service from in room dining to breakfast and checkout and food was mediocre. Poor soundproofing meant noisy wedding music permeation until 2.30am. Have stayed before. Still like it but will come with lower expectations than it suggests.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Service and staff were first class. Very glad we stayed here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely oasis
Lovely stay, amazing staff and friendly service. Pool was booked out the of arrival which was a disappointment so make sure to book in advance! Garden is lovely. There was a movie room for kids. Breakfast was good with very quick service. Beautiful bathroom. Bed very comfortable. Children's channels would be nice to get few extra moments of peace in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, wonderful area, wonderful rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for a one night stay but ended up staying a second night. From the moment of our arrival the staff were exemplary. Our bedroom was so relaxing with one of the most comfortable beds and pillows I've ever come across in a hotel. The food was so flavourful and delicious. Such a lovely atmosphere with some of the best trained staff were nothing is too much to ask them and your comfort is what matters. A beautiful place and I wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay - if we could have added another night to our stay, we would have. You can't go wrong staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful at all times. The hotel and grounds were in immaculate condition. The location feels very safe and secure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service like no other! Beautiful too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most comfortable mattress ever!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel good service also surprises to kids very clean great privet spa. Excellent breakfast and evening entertainment with fabulous dinner at the “Amber Bar. Many facilities .sure we will be back 🌷
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Washington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars in every way, amazing staff, facilities, spa,… sad we couldn’t stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren, La Jolla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place, bed very luxurious, breakfast was top notch. Knocked it down a star because you have to make an appointment to go to the hotel pool ( that’s free). There were limited spots, and I know there wasn’t a full pool at 7 am when I wanted to go before breakfast. This prevented me from swimming and made me sad.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A weekend break
It was great from start to finish
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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