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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near University College Cork

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2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Exterior
Lunch served
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Western Road, Cork, Cork
  • Place, University College Cork
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room (1 Double and 1 Single Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, 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
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

Classic Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, River View

Deluxe Room, River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room (1 King bed 1 Single bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite (Master)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cork

City center retreat .Your stay at this Cork hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of University College Cork and Glucksman Gallery. Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Triskel Arts Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • English Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bells of Shandon - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cork Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Depeche - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Impala - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The River Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The SpitJack - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The River Lee Hotel

4-star Art Deco hotel near University College Cork
As a guest of The River Lee Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, a 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 center and 8 meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The River Lee Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2006
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The River Lee Hotel offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 55-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered self 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 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 26 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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: approximately EUR 26 for adults and 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The River Lee Hotel to the airport?

The River Lee Hotel is 4.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Lee Hotel on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $277, 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.

Does The River Lee Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The River Lee Hotel.

How close is The River Lee Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14 mi (23-min drive) from Fountainstown Beach and 14.2 mi (24-min drive) from Myrtleville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The River Lee Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The River Lee Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 26 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The River Lee Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at The River Lee Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does The River Lee Hotel have a pool?

The River Lee Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does The River Lee Hotel have a restaurant?

The River Lee Hotel is home to The River Club, which features al fresco dining and light fare.

Does The River Lee Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The River Lee Hotel to downtown Cork?

The River Lee Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Cork.

The River Lee Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 798 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

FABIO, KEARNY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with friendly staff good foof god drinks comfortable beds and a convenient location near all the actio that city cork has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super hotel all round
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully clean and sumptuous rooms amd excellent friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent and I particularly enjoyed the health club with the pool and the sauna, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was OK, had instructions for coffe machine but not coffee machine. Basic room, 3 of us and only 2 towels. The floor above us had maintaince ongoing and started at 7am each day and was very loud! We were not told about this. The Staff were all very nice but the service was very slow in the Bar and restaurants. Stunning lobby and bar but the rooms did not match.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really everything 10/10, wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Room very nice. Leisure facilities very good but unfortunately steam room was not working on Friday morning 20/02/26
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, clean. Fantastic heated floor in bathroom
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional! The rooms were clean, food was excellent- a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel very clean and upmarket
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gilles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ciaran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Absolutely spotless room and really nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, great pool and gym, nice short stroll to city centre and great food in restaurant. Have stayed before and would certainly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed here many times. Perfect as always. Lovely staff. The food was delicious. Room with river view and newly refurbished .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025