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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars/lounges and health club

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Lunch served, al fresco dining
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Indoor pool
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb

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

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 4 min walk
  • English Market - 7 min walk
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 7 min walk
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk
  • Cork City Gaol - 3 min drive

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

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, concierge services and wedding services
  • 8 meeting rooms, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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
  • 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

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

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 17 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on 6 Feb 2025 start from €211.51, 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 Kent Station is 27 minutes by foot.

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 789 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 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

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River Lee has a great view of the river and parts of Cork city centre. The rooms are average but staff and restaurant are amazing. From check-in to check-out, the team makes you feel like family. Special thanks to Dave and Emma for help in booking a table during peak holiday season!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olufunmilayo

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

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

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

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Bradenton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the best hotel on my Ireland trip. friendly staff, clean comfortable room, dining options, good bar and walkable to downtown Cork. One drawback was the car parking. Awkward and congested. Plus the extra fee.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the River Lee, the rooms were great, beds were super comfy and the VIP amenities made us feel so special and the space so luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff were very helpful and kind
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a River view. It was just beautiful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very surprised with how good this Hotel was. Very good facilities, staff were very good, rooms were exceptional. Close to the main centre an easy to walk around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

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

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice overall and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful, and excellently situated. The staff was attentive and friendly. Every request was promptly acted upon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a lovely lobby area, where we enjoyed drinks in the evening. The room was clean, comfortable, spacious, and attractive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Reading

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was upgraded and complimentary full breakfast was provided. Also, front desk was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The room was spacious and comfortable. It had everything we needed, and the Executive Lounge was an added bonus. Staff were all friendly and helpful. The hotel was in a good situation for walking into the city, and for cafes and groceries
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We were very excited for our stay at The River Lee Hotel, but ultimately ended up rather disappointed. Upon check-in, we were told a King room with a view was not available, which was disappointing seeing how far in advance we booked. Plus, we were celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary. To make up for a room with no view, we were offered access to the Executive's Lounge "offering free food and drinks". We were disheartened when we realized that essentially just meant water, juice, and cold fruit. In addition, once we got to our room, we realized we were given a handicap accessible room, which was not mentioned at check-in. Because of this the bathroom had a very hard to walk on floor and due to the handicap shower, the entire bathroom floor got soaked when one of us showered, which was not ideal. The outlets were also all low to ground due to a handicap room—I had to sit on the floor in between the bed and wall just to dry my hair. This all paired with a view of a wall was a very big let down since we intentionally booked this hotel based on how beautiful it looked and the views it promoted. Additionally, the beds were rather uncomfortable with very flat pillows. The rooms themselves felt extremely outdated in comparison to the design of the rest of the hotel. The restaurant, however, was truly beautiful and the views from it were terrific—so that was definitely an upside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ambyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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