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Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Indulge in luxurious treatments then connect over coffee. Discover why this upscale hotel is the perfect blend of convenience and charm.

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Experience the best of Cork at Imperial Hotel, with its elegant vibe and central location. Unwind in the spa or library, enjoy a coffee or meal at Sketch restaurant, and stay connected with WiFi. A business center and meeting rooms cater to work needs while a bar offers relaxation options.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Cork City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cork, Imperial Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include Cork City Hall and Blackrock Castle, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Cork Opera House. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Pairc Ui Chaoimh. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours and other activities like golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Cork travel guide
Map
76 South Mall Street, Cork, Cork, T12 A2YT

What's nearby

  • Oliver Plunkett Street
    Oliver Plunkett Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Patrick's Bridge
    St. Patrick's Bridge
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cork Opera House
    Cork Opera House
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • English Market
    English Market
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cork City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station
    14 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lafayettes
    1 min walk
  • Market Lane
    3 min walk
  • The Bookshelf Coffee Shop
    1 min walk
  • The Oliver Plunkett
    2 min walk
  • Fitzgerald’s Bar
    1 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel

Upscale hotel near Cork City Hall
Located close to Cork Opera House and University College Cork, Imperial Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a body scrub, reflexology or a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Helena's, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a banquet hall and a ballroom
  • Wedding services, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 124 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shower/bath combinations
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (EUR 0.01 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fitzgerald's
  • Helena's
  • Lafayettes Brasserie

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 226 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1813
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 60
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 60

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: EUR 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 60 (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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is Imperial Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel?

As of 4 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel on 7 June 2026 start from AU$330, 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.

What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 60 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Imperial Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 60 (subject to availability).

Where is Imperial Hotel located?

Located in Cork City Centre, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House. University College Cork and Fitzgerald Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cork Kent Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Imperial Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 672 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

BECKY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT location, CLEAN, well kept, BEAUTIFUL HOTEL with great amenities. Room decor was nicely done
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, classic hotel! The location was perfect, within 2 blocks from your pick ups for tours outside the city. Good breakfast each morning and room attended to daily! Highly recommended!😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic hotel near all the Cork attractions. A local we spoke to described it as “the nicest hotel in Cork” and I have to agree. The front desk is very focused on ensuring guests have a wonderful stay. Definitely recommend if your travels bring you to this part of Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist who checked us in was very helpful and changed room for us for a better view. The restaurant and bar staff were very friendly and helpful. Definitely a very splendid stay at the imperial
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and nice bathroom. Hotel is beautiful and is in a good location, close to shops/restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tewfik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located amazing piano bar, have not tried the restaurant. Great staff. Poor room service if you want a night cap and you call room service, not too impressed. But will go back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. We were able to check in an hour early friendly helpful staff great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Magda

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main part of the hotel looks wonderful but the rooms are old, the carpet was dirty, floors creaky, cracks in walls and peeling. The soap was put way too high. It was also dirty, we found someone else fake eyelash in the bathroom. Great location though. Car park is a 5-8 min walk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been staying at The Imperial for years and it only gets better. The new (it was new to me at least) Fitzgerald’s Bar is a thing of beauty AND with excellent craic. The staff is lovely, Lafayette’s is a cafe you never want to leave, and the hotel overall continues to age in the very best way. And yes, I’ve stayed in other Cork hotels, and I’ve found no comparison. Thank you once again Imperial for a lovely holiday!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sir Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small but clean room. All staff were helpful and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay. Hotel looked beautiful for Christmas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Christmas decorations were absolutely amazing, a beautiful hotel and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful Staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect and all staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff very friendly and welcoming . room very comfortable and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Convenient location and very nice rooms. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! It was ckean, friendly and close to everything. It was a special place and I love that they we setting up, in a big way, for Christmas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Top class hotel, with top class staff, service, amenities and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel’s decor was lovely and the staff were lovely. Breakfast was excellent with lots of choice and fruit, yogurts (yummy)cereals,pastries etc. However we would like to have had dinner in the restaurant but the menu was very limited and nothing on offer for gluten free, so we did not eat there. The room was spacious and very nice, couple of minor issues in that no hooks on doors to hang coats and also in the bathroom no towel rail or hooks to hang towels to dry and the shower cubicle was a bit stained at the base. So although there was a note to save the environment by not changing towels every day, they were changed fortunately as were unable to dry them.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms with extremely helpful staff. Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay a few nights in Cork.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing historic hotel was decorated well for the holidays. Best possible location. Great staff. Spotless clean. Comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Amenities
Nice rooms. Clean rooms great restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Beautiful bar. I didnt get breakfast but room was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025