The River Lee Hotel

Property class: 4
Art Deco hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near University College Cork

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When you stay at The River Lee Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of University College Cork and Glucksman Gallery. After visiting the health club for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. This Art Deco hotel also features an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $220
$250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

Why we love this property

Farm-fresh fare
Al fresco dining elevates the dining experience at this hotel's restaurant. Grab coffee at the cafe, sip libations at 2 bars, or start with a full breakfast.
Dreamy sleep essentials
Doze off on pillowtop mattresses under cozy down comforters. Blackout drapes ensure undisturbed rest. Room service and minibar available 24/7.
Art deco city gem
Marvel at this hotel's art deco architecture while soaking in city center views. A riverfront location adds charm to this architectural treasure.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

Classic Room (1 Double and 1 Single Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a view of the city.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 3 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, two blue armchairs, a small round table, and a desk with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (1 King bed 1 Single bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, round coffee table, and a lamp.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Master)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a bowl of fruit, a bench, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • English Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bells of Shandon - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 20 min drive
  • Midleton Station - 19 min drive
  • Glounthaune Station - 24 min drive
  • Cork Kent Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The SpitJack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costigan's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Áras Na Mac Léinn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪James St 1767 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

  • When you stay at The River Lee Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of University College Cork and Glucksman Gallery. After visiting the health club for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. This Art Deco hotel also features an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cribs (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 onsite self parking (EUR 15 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) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 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 lobby
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Travel crib
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • 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 alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Grill Room - This brasserie serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Cocktail Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by these third-party sustainability certification schemes: ECOsmart and Green Tourism Program. For more information on what these certifications require and verify, please visit their websites.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 26 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)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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 15 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 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 check-in and check-out are available.

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

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. 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 alfresco 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 4 minutes' walk from Mercy University Hospital. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served excellent food with great care and attention to detail, with many guests praising the quality and presentation. (122 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a great selection and high-quality food. (37 reviews)
  • The pool was highly recommended and a lovely place to relax, with many guests enjoying a refreshing swim. (25 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very clean room!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Ideal location. Clean room with comfortable bed. Friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect . Staff were helpful and very well trained
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, property, nice staff , good food service 24/7 walking around 15 mins to the town !!!
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6/10 Good

The property was generally clean and the staff approachable and helpful. We liked the location and it was easy to walk to and get around to places in town without much hassle.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great locale, lovely appointed rooms and accommodating staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed a wonderful three night stay at The River Lee. Very courteous and attentive staff, with top-notch food. Hotel, rooms and facilities were in excellent condition and well maintained. Look forward to staying again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, super helpful staff. Spacious and airy, even when the hotel was busy. Enjoyed the spa facilities. Great location too
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8/10 Very good

Great location, quiet and spacious room for double beds.
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8/10 Very good

Great hotel, lovely staff. Car parking is €15 per day if you notify reception, not €3 per hour, which is what the signage says. While we were there the lift from the car park to the hotel didn’t work. The gym door in the car park says no access to the hotel, but this isn’t true their lift only seems to go to the first floor, but the stairs take you to the ground floor. For breakfast everything is available gluten free, you just have to ask. The room was great, but that’s what you pay for.
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We had a great stay at Broc House. The apartment was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Everything we needed was provided, and the space felt welcoming from the moment we arrived.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with excellent amenities on site. Outside of central Cork and the walk was a bit sketchy.... Staff was helpful and friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Hotel was well appointed and staff were helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, great location. Staff at reception where extremely helpful and courteous. Only issue, as with many places, red wine served at room temperature.
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8/10 Very good

Really classy interior design. Welcoming bar area with modern fireplace and gorgeous scent. The evening meals in the bar were excellent . Great food and helpful staff Spacious warm room modern ensuite
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was within walking distance to some nice pubs and resturants. They have two bars and the bigger one is nicer than the one in the lobby area. But works. The one in the bigger bar also has music.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in a great location
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was exceptional! The rooms were clean, food was excellent- a wonderful stay!
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Absolutely spotless room and really nice staff
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Clean room. Ideal location. Friendly staff. Great stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a great location with helpful friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend this hotel! The rooms and common areas are very clean, and the atmosphere is great. I loved the lounge area; it was the perfect spot for our group to gather and much better than just sitting in our rooms. Even though breakfast wasn't included, the food was excellent, and the continental buffet was always stocked. I’ll definitely return next time I’m in the area!