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The River Lee Hotel

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Classic Room, 2 Double Beds | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Overview of The River Lee Hotel

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The River Lee Hotel

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

9.4/10 Exceptional

1,006 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
The price is $226
Price available on 3/29/2023
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Western Road, Cork, Cork
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant 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 center
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 Kent 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 just 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 upscale hotel include a health club, a fitness center, and a spa tub. Fellow travelers 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/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in 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 sanitizer 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 onsite 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 - 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 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 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

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
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • 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

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 comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • 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).
The Grill Room - This brasserie serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Cocktail Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Green / Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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 sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; reservations are required for some onsite 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

<p>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. </p><p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. </p> <p>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. </p><p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.</p>

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.
How much does it cost to stay at The River Lee Hotel?
As of Mar 27, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on Mar 29, 2023 start from $226, excluding 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 sanitizer, 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 vehicle 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 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 aerobics. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa 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 7 minutes' walk from English Market. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.5/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

DEBBIE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Piaras, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

More than 5 stars!!
Everything was incredible!
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent !
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kenneth, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were on the cold side initially
Eugene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great location in the city
A great location in the city with exceptionally friendly staff.
Michael, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Aaron, 1-night trip
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