About this property

Located in the heart of Cork city, The Imperial Hotel is less than a minute’s walk from Cork’s main shopping district restaurants and nightlife. It boasts air-conditioned rooms and Escape Spa. From classic rooms to the penthouse, the rooms feature smart TVs, free WiFi, Nespresso machines and toiletries. Helena's Restaurant offers Cork City’s best cocktails and food. Enjoy mouth-watering dishes and an extensive range of cocktails and wine in a vibrant and relaxed setting. Guests can enjoy a coffee or light bite in Lafayette's, while Fitzgerald's, the hotel's main bar, serves cocktails. At the spa, guests can indulge in treatments including an aqua body polish, facials and massages. The spa also features an aroma and salt grotto, as well as tropical mist showers. Guests must pre-book at a cost of €20 per person for 60 Minutes at The Vitality Suite with Hydrotherapy Pool and Steam Room. Kent Train Station, Cork Bus Station, Cork Opera House, Nano Nagle Place, Crawford Art Gallery, Shandon Bells and St. Fin Barre's Cathedral are all under a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Cork Airport is just a 10-minute drive from the Imperial.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking available


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Guests who stayed here loved

Bernie
Ireland Ireland
Xmas decor was beautiful, they go the extra mile Beautiful breakfast Lovely genuine staff, naturally nice as opposed to putting on a display especially breakfast staff and concierge Liked the Michael Collins history and how it was portrayed
Peggy
Ireland Ireland
It was central. It was good value. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend.
Judith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful hotel, fabulous friendly staff. Room exceeded expectations with corner seating area. A real luxurious stay. Bed was very comfortable and slept well. I’ll be back!
Miriam
Ireland Ireland
Location. Christy gave us a great recommendation for a restaurant Quinlan’s !
Mjb
Ireland Ireland
Staff as usual excellent hotel beautiful and location brilliant🍬
Milagros
Ireland Ireland
Hotel staff , facilities amazing wkd great location did the jazz festival
Edith
Ireland Ireland
Staff couldn’t do enough - great location Will go back and recommend!!
Denise
Ireland Ireland
Imperial hotel is a stunning hotel and I loved the style of the room very luxurious I would highly recommend this hotel. My breakfast was so delicious and the staff were absolutely excellent 10 out of 10 😃.
Michael
Australia Australia
Luxurious and the spa experience. Great location. Comfortable room. Good food in the restaurant.
Eunice
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful surroundings and piano bar. Lovely cafe as well with fresh baked scones. Comfortable beds and pillows. Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast selections.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
Helena's
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Lafayettes
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Restaurant #3

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House rules

Imperial Hotel Cork City takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 500 is required on arrival. That's about US$579. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The hotel does not have a car park but there is parking available for an additional fee in a private car park located a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Street parking is free of charge from 18:30 to 08:30 Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.

When booking for 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The Spa is closed on bank holiday Mondays.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of € 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.