The River Lee Hotel

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

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Lunch served, al fresco dining
Exterior
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

9,6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
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
The price is R3 700
R4 199 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Dec - 06 Dec

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 3 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • English Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork City Hall - 20 min walk - 1.7 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

  • ‪Costigan's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ichigo Ichie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elizabeth Fort - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Church Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Alibi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

Located near a train station, The River Lee Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Cork. 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 eco-certified hotel also features an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

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

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

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

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 12 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
  • Spa 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 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

Eco-Certified 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 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)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 12 per day

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.

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 12 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 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 4 minutes' walk from Mercy University Hospital. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9,6

Exceptional

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 Exceptional

janet, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Picked a winner and will definitely be back!
Such a welcoming place in a perfect location. Every single member of staff were so helpful, friendly and accommodating. Welcoming reception, everywhere spotless and fabulous rooms. I felt so comfortable and at home the entire stay, spa awesome too. River Club fab food.
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Denise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Trevor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Business travel
Perfect hotel for business travel, super nice staff and great food.
Beatrice, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

ed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grace, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very large rooms, great bed and bedding. Good food, great service.
Linda, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Made to feel welcome
This is my fourth trip and, as always, it was a super comfortable stay. The staff are so friendly and helpful.
Marion, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sandra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Top rate front desk staff, updated public areas, great gym/pool/sauna. The Grill Room was wonderful for dinner - food, ambience, and service. Conversely, the breakfast (a la carte) was easily the worst meal we had during our entire trip. Very off brand for the hotel.. One opportunity - offer softer (down/down alternative) pillows as an alternative. Overall - great stay, neighborhood, views
Ruth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The River Lee Hotel is a short walk to the University College Cork. Also near by, along the Lee River, is Fitzgerald Park and a pedestrian bridge you can take to get to the Cork City Gaol. In the opposite direction, it’s a short walk from the hotel to the English Market. I did not get breakfast at the hotel. There are dozens of coffee shops near the hotel where you can get pastries as well. The hotel restaurant, The Grill Room, is excellent. We had the fillet but the best part of the meal was the desserts. They out did themselves with the desserts. I had peaches and cream and my daughter had sticky toffee pudding. They were marvelous. There is a large underground parking garage that is shared with other facilities. The garage entrance was a bit tricky to find because it is not next the hotel entrance. I had to go to the hotel front desk to get directions to the garage entrance. Once in the garage, you double back until you’re parking near the hotel elevators. When I booked this hotel, I asked for a walk-in shower (aka a shower stall). I emphasized that I did not want a combination shower/tub. What I got was an accessible room, complete with a wheel-chair accessible shower. So, I cannot review what a typical room is like. I can say that our room was quiet and clean.
Mary Ellen, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Kenneth, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and beautiful hotel!
Sarah, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable. We were traveling from the states and arrived earlier than our check-in time. The hotel was able to accommodate our request for an earlier check in which was welcome news for two weary travelers. The hotel restaurant was very good. Highly recommend this place.
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Megan, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Artur j, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely relaxing stay! Kevin Milligan on check in was so pleasant. Breakfast delicious. Beds and pillows v comfortable. Lovely and quiet.
Anna, 1-night trip with friends
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