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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
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Nestled near University College Cork, The River Lee Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and steam room. Indulge in al fresco dining at The River Club, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby, or take advantage of fitness classes at the health club.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Terrace
The current price is S$301
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Room options

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

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

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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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 3 Single Beds

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

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 - 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
  • Bells of Shandon - 14 min walk - 1.3 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

The River Lee Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of University College Cork and English Market. 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-friendly hotel also features an indoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

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

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 and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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 at the property

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 on-site 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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 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 reception
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-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 duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Dining

The River Club – This bar serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
The Grill Room – This brasserie only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Cocktail Bar – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.

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.
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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. These 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 that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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 that you 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 car 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The River Lee Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot 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 al fresco 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 7 minutes' walk from English Market. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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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

Super friendly and professional staff
From checkin, lunch in the bar, dinner in the restaurant we received fantastic service that you dont find everywhere. The staff knew our names had great suggestions for local places to visit, the hotel was clean, beautifully decorated, the food was superb. Our room was spacious and we loved our stay. We will be back. Thank you.
conor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, quite clean. Location is nice, walking distance to the park and city center. We also enjoyed the pool and gym.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Excellent hotel. Food was great .. room was very clean.. staff was very professional
Kathryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to be
Edoardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and beautiful hotel!
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
The service is excellent, room spotless, comfy bed. Lovely coffee available but add a few Barry's Tea bags for extra points.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the River Lee, the rooms were great, beds were super comfy and the VIP amenities made us feel so special and the space so luxurious.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Expensive for what they offer
Outwardly this place looks great, the rooms not so good & the shower wasn’t working beyond a trickle. The gyms good.
Michael, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

bar was understaffed. swimming pool and changing area overcrowded. there are better options for the price.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

River Lee has a great view of the river and parts of Cork city centre. The rooms are average but staff and restaurant are amazing. From check-in to check-out, the team makes you feel like family. Special thanks to Dave and Emma for help in booking a table during peak holiday season!
Eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Business travel
Perfect hotel for business travel, super nice staff and great food.
Beatrice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice overall and the staff was very helpful.
Christa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All great, specially restaurants service
Jacobo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, nice facilities, good restaurants.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very large rooms, great bed and bedding. Good food, great service.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Melissa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was very surprised with how good this Hotel was. Very good facilities, staff were very good, rooms were exceptional. Close to the main centre an easy to walk around
Marco, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reception staff were very helpful and kind
Alon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was great, especially the Hotel Restaurant and Bar!
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and dining room and bar
Cathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with spacious rooms and nice dining options.
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel.
Donald, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Just a great atmosphere great time with great people
Timothy, 6-night trip