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 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jp
Ireland“The hotel is top class, the breakfast needs some upgrading regarding quality of produce if it is to take on the Montonotte experience in cork” - Savannah
Australia“Central location Friendly and helpful staff Clean room Lovely hotel bar” - Ciaran Ireland“Friendly Staff, in the middle of the city, everything is within walking distance. Nice breakfast, cafe and bar. Beds are very comfortable”
- Liadán
Germany“Beautiful hotel, central location and super helpful staff!” - Charles
United Kingdom“Lovely hotel, staff, surroundings and very homely.” 
Elaine
France“Beautiful room and good breakfast. Beautiful establishment and sense of history. Great location. Free upgrade and thoughtful gifts left in our room (although the fridge wasn't cold, so the drinks were warm!)”- Damien United Kingdom“Fantastic hotel Interior decor was amazing Just had an all round Fantastic stay”
- Majella Ireland“Location ,service ,food is all perfect ... Exceptional customer service. Helpful friendly staff .. Enjoyed the quietness/priviosy of the residents' lounge . Bed rooms are comfortable and spacious. Will definitely return..”
- Barbara Ireland“This place is a gem! The interior is stunning and the location couldn’t be better. I loved every meal I had there—so tasty! Plus, the staff were super friendly and helpful throughout my stay.”
- Erin Ireland“The location is fantastic. They upgraded us to the suite as it was our anniversary which was so nice! The spa is lovely too. Staff very friendly and helpful.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Helena's
- CuisineIrish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Lafayettes
- CuisineIrish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Restaurant #3
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
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.
