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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with bars/lounges and health club

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
The current price is AU$484
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

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Room options

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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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
Western Road, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • English Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork City Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 16 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 20 min drive

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

Upscale eco-certified hotel near University College Cork
Located close to Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Glucksman Gallery, The River Lee Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The River Club, offers lunch, light fare and al fresco dining. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a hot tub.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall and a ballroom
  • A computer station, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 182 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and highchairs

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

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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The River Lee Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Lee Hotel?

As of 21 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on 27 July 2025 start from AU$483.62, including 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.

Is The River Lee Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The River Lee Hotel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

What time is check-in at The River Lee Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The River Lee Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The River Lee Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Cork, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University College Cork, Glucksman Gallery and Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. Triskel Arts Centre and Cork Opera House are also within 15 minutes. Cork Kent Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 803 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1008 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

John J Cerullo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Friendly staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to place for a city break. Very comfortable, clean and the service is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and stylish hotel with very friendly staff and an excellent restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip James wilson

Top class service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Great service
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern , comfortable beds. Easy, safe walk to restaurants and stores.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the River Lee. Easy location to access by foot or car. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and convenient parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

Loved this hotel

I couldn't fault the river lee hotel , the staff were excellent, and so friendly.food was amazing and beautiful bar and restaurant areas.. Big rooms with comfortable beds. Also a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Excellent location and service

Great location for easy walk into the city center. Excellent service from hotel & restaurant staff. The restaurant was great & the breakfast pastries were excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Great people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 out of 10 would stay again. Room was spacious and clean. Staff was supur friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

8/10 Good

Debajeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checkin was very good and fast. Rooms are maintained very well. Breakfast is excellent. One day they forgot to clean our room and once we called, this was done even though it was late in the evening. Iron in the room was leaking and the same issue was with the replacement which was promptly provided.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

greg

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

1st business trip and a great steak.

Firstvtime staying in this hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room with large TV and a separate shower cubicle. Great steak, topped it all off.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The rooms were not exciting but clean, quiet, and comfortable. The best parts are the location and communal areas. Great lobby, bar, restaurant areas that were comfortable and inviting to hang out with our family. Beautiful outdoor area with heating to enjoy a drink and play card games. Short walk to the downtown area for shopping and eating. We loved Cork! Parking is a bit of a nightmare but it all worked out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great. We had a spacious room with a river view. We received a very warm welcome and the bars and restaurants are all stylish with good food and a great atmosphere. I want to give it five stars but the main reason I haven't is because we couldn't sleep because the room was so hot. We booked the hotel specifically because it had air conditioning but the air conditioning in the room did not work. It was running, but inadequate. The river sides of the hotel are glass so I felt like a green banana in a greenhouse. Two nights with no sleep is tough. Such a shame because otherwise, the hotel is fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

6/10 Okay

Salbiah

Disliked: Amenities
The toiletries need some upgrading here. The liquid soap was too small and we are actually booking for 3 people in the room, we were given only 3 small bottles.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024