The River Lee Hotel

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9.6
/10
Exceptional
1,002 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Suzanne

10.0
/ 10
Staff were lovely and welcoming couldn't of been nicer. Room was cleaned to a high standard and the beds and pillows were so comfortable! Would highly recommend and hope to be back at some stage. Breakfast was so tasty! My only gripe is paying €15 extra for parking although this is very clear when booking. You won't regret staying here. Thank you to all the staff!

Mauricio

10.0
/ 10
Wow, reserve a room here-it's the best hotel I've stayed in during my trip in Ireland. Really nice rooms, wonderful restaurant, really close to the Town center super easily walkable. Great views of the city from the elevator lobbies. I think they even have a swimming pool but I didn't use it.

Rolf

10.0
/ 10
Really good hotel. Perfect location. Nice, helpful and very friendly staff. Comfortable rooms with excellent beds. Lot's of space in rooms. Parking is EUR 15.- per day, right next/under the hotel. This time I just missed my room upgrade; apparently the hotel was full but it definitely wasn't. Still, the room I got was very nice.
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Western Road, Cork City, Munster, Ireland

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Swimming Pool
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at The River Lee Hotel is a good choice when you are visiting Cork City. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Western Road, Cork City, Munster, Ireland
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General


Near University College Cork

Location


The River Lee Hotel is centrally located in Cork, a 4-minute walk from University College Cork and 5 minutes by foot from Glucksman Gallery. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Triskel Arts Centre.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Granary Theatre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
University College Cork - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Donovan's Bridge - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Mercy University Hospital - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Glucksman Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Cork Courthouse - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
English Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Saint Francis Church - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Triskel Arts Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Fitzgerald Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
St. Patrick's Street - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Paul Street - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Oliver Plunkett Street - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Elizabeth Fort - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

The preferred airport for The River Lee Hotel is Cork Airport (ORK) - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi

Facilities


Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and 8 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Dining


Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 182 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

All facilities in The River Lee Hotel

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Porter
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Things to Do

  • Indoor pool
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Public Facilities

  • Coffee shop
  • Elevator
  • Parking
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet
  • Ballroom
  • Terrace

Accessibilty

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Accessible path of travel

Business Facilities

  • Business facilities
  • Conference rooms
  • Computer station

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Transportation

  • Secure parking

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The River Lee Hotel

Important Note
  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 26 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 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.

Service Animals Allowed

Professional property host/manager, Contactless check-out is available, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Green Tourism Program, ECOsmart, Cashless transactions are available, Contactless check-in is available, Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours, Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions

General Information

Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - to 12:00
Available rooms at The River Lee Hotel
182
Number of floors in The River Lee Hotel
4
Another facilities in The River Lee Hotel
Laundry service, Multilingual staff, Wedding service, Luggage storage, Express check-out

Frequently asked question in The River Lee Hotel

What are available facilities at The River Lee Hotel?
There are top facilites at The River Lee Hotel such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The River Lee Hotel?
The standard check-in time at The River Lee Hotel is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 12:00
What is the star rating of The River Lee Hotel?
The River Lee Hotel is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does The River Lee Hotel have?
The River Lee Hotel has 4 floors.
How many rooms are available at The River Lee Hotel?
The River Lee Hotel has 182 rooms in total.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in The River Lee Hotel

9.6
Exceptional
From 1,002 reviews
Cleanliness

9.8

Room Comfort

9.6

Service and Facilites

9.8

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Suzanne
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Staff were lovely and welcoming couldn't of been nicer. Room was cleaned to a high standard and the beds and pillows were so comfortable! Would highly recommend and hope to be back at some stage. Breakfast was so tasty! My only gripe is paying €15 extra for parking although this is very clear when booking. You won't regret staying here. Thank you to all the staff!
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Ann
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Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The rooms above the gym are constantly barraged by the sounds of people in the gym dropping their weights. It sounds like bowling balls hitting the ground! Don't stay in these rooms. Meanwhile the 4th and 5th floors are being renovated so don't stay there either. This review is from March 2026.
Mauricio
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wow, reserve a room here-it's the best hotel I've stayed in during my trip in Ireland. Really nice rooms, wonderful restaurant, really close to the Town center super easily walkable. Great views of the city from the elevator lobbies. I think they even have a swimming pool but I didn't use it.
Rolf
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really good hotel. Perfect location. Nice, helpful and very friendly staff. Comfortable rooms with excellent beds. Lot's of space in rooms. Parking is EUR 15.- per day, right next/under the hotel. This time I just missed my room upgrade; apparently the hotel was full but it definitely wasn't. Still, the room I got was very nice.
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John
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Clean room. Ideal location. Friendly staff. Great stay.
Paul
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Super hotel all round
david
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Beautifully clean and sumptuous rooms amd excellent friendly staff
Elizabeth
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Everything was excellent and I particularly enjoyed the health club with the pool and the sauna, etc.
David
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with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room was OK, had instructions for coffe machine but not coffee machine. Basic room, 3 of us and only 2 towels. The floor above us had maintaince ongoing and started at 7am each day and was very loud! We were not told about this. The Staff were all very nice but the service was very slow in the Bar and restaurants. Stunning lobby and bar but the rooms did not match.
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Stephen
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Really everything 10/10, wonderful stay.
Cheryl
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Amazing
Olivia
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Room very nice. Leisure facilities very good but unfortunately steam room was not working on Friday morning 20/02/26
Jonathan
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Perfect
Brenda
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

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Lovely room, clean. Fantastic heated floor in bathroom
Rebecca
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

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The staff was exceptional! The rooms were clean, food was excellent- a wonderful stay!
Brendan
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Business with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

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Lovely hotel very clean and upmarket
Gilles
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

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Lovely staff and facilities
Ciaran
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

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Absolutely spotless room and really nice staff
Gerard
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

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Friendly staff, great pool and gym, nice short stroll to city centre and great food in restaurant. Have stayed before and would certainly stay again
Paul
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

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Stayed here many times. Perfect as always. Lovely staff. The food was delicious. Room with river view and newly refurbished .
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9.6
Exceptional
From 1,002 reviews
Cleanliness

9.8

Room Comfort

9.6

Service and Facilites

9.8

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Traveler Reviews The River Lee Hotel

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Suzanne
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Staff were lovely and welcoming couldn't of been nicer. Room was cleaned to a high standard and the beds and pillows were so comfortable! Would highly recommend and hope to be back at some stage. Breakfast was so tasty! My only gripe is paying €15 extra for parking although this is very clear when booking. You won't regret staying here. Thank you to all the staff!
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Ann
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Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The rooms above the gym are constantly barraged by the sounds of people in the gym dropping their weights. It sounds like bowling balls hitting the ground! Don't stay in these rooms. Meanwhile the 4th and 5th floors are being renovated so don't stay there either. This review is from March 2026.
Mauricio
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wow, reserve a room here-it's the best hotel I've stayed in during my trip in Ireland. Really nice rooms, wonderful restaurant, really close to the Town center super easily walkable. Great views of the city from the elevator lobbies. I think they even have a swimming pool but I didn't use it.
Rolf
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really good hotel. Perfect location. Nice, helpful and very friendly staff. Comfortable rooms with excellent beds. Lot's of space in rooms. Parking is EUR 15.- per day, right next/under the hotel. This time I just missed my room upgrade; apparently the hotel was full but it definitely wasn't. Still, the room I got was very nice.
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John
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean room. Ideal location. Friendly staff. Great stay.
Paul
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Super hotel all round
david
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautifully clean and sumptuous rooms amd excellent friendly staff
Elizabeth
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was excellent and I particularly enjoyed the health club with the pool and the sauna, etc.
David
icon-with Children
with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room was OK, had instructions for coffe machine but not coffee machine. Basic room, 3 of us and only 2 towels. The floor above us had maintaince ongoing and started at 7am each day and was very loud! We were not told about this. The Staff were all very nice but the service was very slow in the Bar and restaurants. Stunning lobby and bar but the rooms did not match.
Read More
Stephen
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really everything 10/10, wonderful stay.
Cheryl
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Amazing
Olivia
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Room very nice. Leisure facilities very good but unfortunately steam room was not working on Friday morning 20/02/26
Jonathan
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Perfect
Brenda
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely room, clean. Fantastic heated floor in bathroom
Rebecca
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was exceptional! The rooms were clean, food was excellent- a wonderful stay!
Brendan
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Business with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely hotel very clean and upmarket
Gilles
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

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Lovely staff and facilities
Ciaran
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Absolutely spotless room and really nice staff
Gerard
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

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Friendly staff, great pool and gym, nice short stroll to city centre and great food in restaurant. Have stayed before and would certainly stay again
Paul
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Stayed here many times. Perfect as always. Lovely staff. The food was delicious. Room with river view and newly refurbished .
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