The River Lee Hotel, Cork: Info, Photos, Reviews

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Classic Room, 3 Single Beds | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

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4-star hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near University College Cork

9.4/10 Exceptional

1,001 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Pool

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Connecting rooms available

Air conditioning

Price available on 2/4/2023

Western Road, Cork, Cork

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Self parking
Spa tub
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business centre

For families

Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Television
Terrace

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

Heart of Cork
Blarney Castle - 15 min drive

Getting around

Cork Airport (ORK) - 17 min drive
Glounthaune Station - 19 min drive
Midleton Station - 19 min drive
CORK (Station) - 27 min walk

Restaurants

The Mardyke Entertainment Complex - 5 min walk
Cafe Paradiso - 2 min walk
The Alibi - 5 min walk
Costigan's Pub - 4 min walk
Dwyers of Cork - 5 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

A great choice for a stay in Cork, The River Lee Hotel is only 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from the airport. You can splash around at the indoor pool, visit the coffee shop/cafe for a bite to eat or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights at this upmarket hotel include a health club, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Lithuanian, Polish, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property

Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays

Social distancing measures in place

Contactless room service is available.

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Temperature checks given to staff

Temperature checks available for guests

Masks and gloves available

Hand sanitiser provided

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place

Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and through room service

Reservations are required for the use of certain on-site facilities

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

182 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3:00 PM until anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

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

Required at check-in

Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

Secured covered on-site self-parking (EUR 10 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Water dispenser

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

Fitness classes
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

Business centre
8 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 2006
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Health club
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room

Accessibility

Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairwells
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
English
French
Lithuanian
Polish
Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

Food and drink

Free bottled water
High chair

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

The River Club – This bar serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

The Grill Room – This brasserie only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

The Cocktail Bar – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25.00 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

Covered self-parking costs EUR 10 per day

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; reservations are required for some on-site facilities.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and also through room service.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site. Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property. This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The River Lee Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

As of 30 Mar 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on 2 Apr 2023 start from £174, 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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The River Lee Hotel?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Is there a pool at The River Lee Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The River Lee Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The River Lee Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 10 per day. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The River Lee Hotel?

You can check in from 3:00 PM - anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The River Lee Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes aerobics . Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. The River Lee Hotel also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The River Lee Hotel?

Yes, The River Club offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around The River Lee Hotel like?

The River Lee Hotel is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from University College Cork and 7 minutes' walk from English Market. Travellers say that the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

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