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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
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Enjoy dining under a transparent roof with comfortable seating and lush greenery.
Situated adjacent to a calm river, The River Hotel offers scenic views.
Relax in the lounge area with leather sofas and armchairs, surrounded by pendant lights and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and modern architecture.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a spacious open area with a high ceiling, comfortable seating, and a stone fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub

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Western Road, Cork, Cork
  • University College Cork
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • English Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cork Opera House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬
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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)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

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

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About this property

The River Lee Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with bars/lounges and health club
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a health club, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site.
The River Lee Hotel offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The River Lee Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University College Cork. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 bars and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Just a 4-minute walk from University College Cork and 5 minutes on foot from Glucksman Gallery
As a guest of The River Lee Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 8 meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified The River Lee Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11 AM.
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.
24-hour room service is available.

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 15 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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 26 for adults and from 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 799 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1005 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

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice one night stay. Had to walk into the centre of town. Pricey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel and Staff!

Absolutely amazing hotel! Staff were super friendly and helpful. Restaurant and staff were knowledgeable and gave many great suggestions. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to UCC and downtown. Pretty location. Breakfast was very nice...unique breads. Really loved the executive lounge for working - nice feature. Reception staff all terrific.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby was beautiful, the fire places, the bar, the dining outside was pretty, the food was delicious, the breakfast options were fantastic, the gym, sauna, the staff , convenient parking and candles smelled amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Excellent staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hospitality experience, will return

We stayed at The River Lee Hotel in County Cork this past weekend, and I can confidently say it was a fantastic experience easily a 5 out of 5. From the moment we arrived, everything felt smooth and well thought out. We parked in the secure underground car park and were checked in promptly. The location of the hotel is excellent. It’s very central — just a short 13-minute walk to the iconic English Market and Cork City Centre, which made exploring the city really easy. Great food spots close by, e.g Proby’s Kitchen. Our room was modern, spacious, and spotless, with a lovely view overlooking the River Lee. The shower was powerful, hot, and clean, no complaints at all. We dined at the hotel restaurant, and I have to say, the food and service were exceptional. The three-course meal we had was delicious and great value for money. The waitstaff were attentive without being intrusive, and the whole dining experience felt relaxed and enjoyable. One moment that really stood out to me was the hospitality of Tim at the front desk. Early on Sunday morning, as I was watching the Formula One before any of the breakfast services were open, Tim very kindly afforded me complimentary pastries and tea. It’s small gestures like that which turn a good hotel stay into a memorable one. His warm and thoughtful service left a lasting impression, thank you Tim. I really appreciate your generosity and hospitality. It was good to get to know you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb attention to detail

Excellent. Great attention to detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Riverlee Hotel in Cork! The hotel is less than a 10 minute walk from the city center and is in a quiet, safe location. Our room and bathroom was very spacious and clean. They also had an ice machine on our hotel room floor which is very rare to come by in Ireland! The restaurant located inside the hotel was also delicious, both breakfast and dinner. We will definitely be staying here again when we come back to Ireland!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and a great walking distance from town. The staff were super friendly and helpful and couldn’t do enough for us; great at giving local recommendations too. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super friendly and professional staff

From checkin, lunch in the bar, dinner in the restaurant we received fantastic service that you dont find everywhere. The staff knew our names had great suggestions for local places to visit, the hotel was clean, beautifully decorated, the food was superb. Our room was spacious and we loved our stay. We will be back. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The River Lee ticks every possible box…

Excellent hotel for facilities, location, comfort and courteous, professional friendly staff. This place ticks all the boxes and they have absolutely nailed hospitality from check in to check out. Our room wasn’t quite ready when we checked in which wasn’t a problem at all for us but the receptionist immediately offered as a free drink whilst we waited in the bar. Another €20 to spend in the restaurant. Pool and spa were lovely. Didn’t use the gym but those facilities looked very good too. Had dinner in The Grill Room, food was very good , presentation excellent and staff attentive but not overbearing - Just as it should be in a good restaurant. Room was large and had everything you could want/need. Plenty of towels, lots of lovely high quality (The White Company) toiletries, hairdryer, tea/coffee, safe and the largest TV I’ve ever seen in a hotel bedroom. Beds super comfy too. Check out easy and staff happy to order a taxi for us to the airport which turned up within minutes and also provided us with a free eco friendly carton of water each for the journey. Highly recommend The River Lee and will definitely stay there again.
View of city from 3rd floor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

monty

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parham

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ardeshir

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, quite clean. Location is nice, walking distance to the park and city center. We also enjoyed the pool and gym.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025