The River Lee
Cork, Ireland
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About the Hotel
The River Lee is a luxury boutique hotel in Cork set on a picturesque bend in the river, just a short walk from the city centre. The River Lee hotel occupies a unique position in this charming and historic city, with a lively cultural hub featuring an internationally regarded opera house, independent art galleries, museums and theatres. Cork also offers a vibrant nightlife and hosts several festivals throughout the year – notably culinary, music and film.
Additionally, Cork boasts a thriving foodie scene centred on the famous English Market alongside a number of standout eateries, and is ideally placed for visits to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, the historic fishing town of Kinsale and the rest of Ireland’s ruggedly beautiful southern coastline. The River Lee hotel is one of Cork’s leading business and social destinations. All aspects of Cork local life are played out here, from corporate events and family celebrations to glamorous get-togethers in the hotel’s highly popular River Club Bar, Terrace & The Grill Room, the perfect place to eat, drink and socialise. Resident guests also have complimentary access to the hotel’s in-house health and fitness club, which features a 20m swimming pool among other modern facilities.
Location
The River Lee
Western Road
Cork, Ireland
T12 X2AH
Nearest Airport: ORK
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Non-Smoking Property
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Snack Bar
- Bar & Lounge
- On-Site Amenities
- Concierge
- Pool
- Laundry Service
- Heated Pool
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Indoor Pool
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Steam Room
- Hot Tub
- In-Room Amenities
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryers
- In-Room Safes
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Coffee & Tea Facilities
- Bottled Water
- Soundproofed Rooms
- Work Desks
- WiFi
- Activities
- Fitness Classes
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Business Center
- Conference Facilities
- Family
- Children's Menus
- Interests
- City
- Hotels
- Signature Perks
- Signature Perks
Reviews for The River Lee
Memorable hotel
This is a throughly modern in design and furniture hotel. We had a wonderful experience. All the staff were extremely helpful and polite. Nothing was too much. Going down for breakfast and being seated by Kosta was a warm and welcoming surprise. He recognised us the next two mornings and made time for some friendly chit chat. All the staff that served us at breakfast and dinner were great. The restaurants were exceptional. The first night I went for seafood chowder as I tend to have this starter whenever I go to Ireland . I have to say I was not disappointed even the Guinness bread served with it was delightful. The fact the hotel was near the city centre was also an advantage.
Gwen A
Sophisticated comfort
An excellent high class hotel in the centre of Cork - great for special treats especially if you book direct and join the Doyle Collection club which offers special rates.
Sue S
Excellent hotel in prime location
This is an excellent hotel with excellent service. The hotel restaurants and bars offer good food and drinks and there are several areas in the hotel where you can sit and enjoy them. Our room was very comfortable and service throughout hotel was excellent. Breakfast, which was included, was lovely and had many options to choose from. We were upgraded to the Executive Floor (5) which was nice because there is a lounge there with snacks, waters, and tea/coffee. My only suggestion would be to include more of af a varoety of beverages and snacks in the lounge throughout the day as the selections got a little tired over the course of our stay. Overall, an excellent hotel in a prime location in Cork. Oh, and they give a 15% off coupon for guests to use in all of the restaurants and bars in the hotel which I thought was a nice value add, especially for us because we had several meals and enjoyed cocktails in the bar upon return from our all day tours. Excellent choice and we are grateful to everyone’s kindness and hospitality.
NYCtrav26 - New York City, New York
A top pick in Cork
Stayed 3 nights at this lovely modern hotel. Very conveniently situated. Very clean. Great and fulsome breakfast. We enjoyed the comfortable lounge for drinks and tapas. Excellent fitness centre. Service was friendly. Would definitely return
ElaineM179
Great stay!
Very nice modern quiet hotel, with great staff and easy parking. Location a little out of the downtown but still walkable. We included breakfast which was good, beautiful dining, bar and common areas. Unfortunately all canal facing rooms were taken, but we seldom spend much time there anyway. Highly recommend!
thomas2009 - Paradise Island, New Providence Island
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