Cork Hotell

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The 5-star Fota Island Hotel boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, a swimming pool and beautifully designed rooms with countryside views and luxury bathrooms. Cork is just 8 miles away. Bedrooms at Fota Island feature flat-screen satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi and an interactive video system. They also include mini-bars, seating areas and bathrooms with walk-in showers and bathrobes. Huge windows allow light to flood into the spacious and stylish Fota Restaurant. It serves fine traditional and international cuisine and has a terrace for al fresco dining. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea or a cocktail in the relaxing Amber Lounge or The Spike Bar. The hotel boasts 18 treatment rooms where guests can enjoy massages, hydrotherapy and thermal suites. Guests can work out in the state-of-the-art gym. Ireland’s large wildlife park, Fota Wildlife Park is a 5-minute walk away. Cork Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.

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Set in leafy grounds just 15 minutes’ walk from Cork centre, Hayfield Manor is a luxury hotel with a beauty spa and an elegant restaurant. Cork International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. The sumptuous rooms feature a luxurious orthopaedic bed and a marble bathroom with designer toiletries. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV/DVD player, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Guests can relax in the pretty gardens, or try indulgent beauty treatments in the spa. Hayfield Manor Hotel also features an indoor heated swimming pool, steam room, and an outdoor hot tub. Perrotts Garden Bistro offers Mediterranean cuisine, and the stylish Orchids Restaurant serves a classic Irish menu using local produce. Hayfield's Bar has a range of fine spirits and wines. Hayfield Manor is just a 20-minute walk from lively St Patrick’s Street and Cork’s main shopping area. Free on-site parking is available, and the famous Cork English Market is just 1.5 km away.

Important information

Pets are accommodated in kennels adjacent to the guesthouse. Please note this hotel does not accept American Express. Guests are kindly requested to inform the guesthouse of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking or by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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With its elevated position, Gabriel House looks out over Cork’s cathedral spires and the harbour. A 5-minute walk from the centre, the house is surrounded by landscaped gardens, offering en suite rooms and free Wi-Fi. Most rooms at Gabriel House Guesthouse boast stunning views of the garden and countryside. Rooms all feature TVs. Dating from the early 1900s, Gabriel House features 10-feet-high ceilings, a characteristic staircase and many original features. Guests can relax in the garden and patio to the rear of the property, while helpful staff can provide city maps and recommendations for trips or restaurants. Guests can pick out freshly laid eggs for breakfast each morning from the house’s own resident hens. A traditional Irish breakfast is served daily and made from local ingredients, while breads, biscuits scones are freshly home-baked every day. Kent Train Station is 200 metres from the bed and breakfast and Cork Airport is a 15-minute drive. The Blarney Stone is just 5 miles away, and Kinsale is 30 minutes’ drive away.

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On the banks of Cork’s River Lee, this luxurious hotel is a 5-minute walk from central Cork. It boasts air-conditioned rooms, bistro, free parking and a spa centre with pool. The spacious rooms at the River Lee Hotel have floor-to-ceiling windows and are decorated in fresh light colours and modern fabrics. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV with DVD player, free internet access and bathrooms with a power shower and under-floor heating. The stylish Weir Bistro overlooks the river and has an international menu. The Weir bar offers light snacks, fresh coffees and has an outdoor terrace. At NRG Fitness, guests can relax in the spa bath, sauna and steam room. It also has a gym and regular fitness classes, whilst there a range of indulgent treatments available at The Urban Escape Spa. St. Finnbar’s Cathedral and the Beamish Brewery are both 300 metres away. Cork Opera House is a 10-minute walk away.

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Right next to Cork Airport, this Radisson BLU Hotel provides a 24-hour airport shuttle service and long-stay parking. Guests can enjoy modern rooms with satellite TV, and early morning breakfasts. Each of the spacious rooms features free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Guests can make use of tea/coffee facilities, as well as a work desk and a minibar. Riverstix Restaurant and Bar serves its Super Breakfast Buffet each day, with a selection of continental and American food. Grab and Run breakfasts are available between 04:30 and 06:30 for guests with early flights. Riverstix provides international cuisine with an á la carte menu along with light snacks from the bar menu. Cork’s centre is just a 15-minute drive from the hotel. The airport itself can also be reached in 10 minutes on foot, and the N27 road is less than 5 minutes’ drive away.

Travel information

By Car: - From Dublin (3 hours 36 minutes/161 miles), follow signs for the South out of Dublin via the N7. - If travelling via the M50, follow signs marked South. - At the M50 junction, take the 2nd exit off of the roundabout to the N7, signposted for the South. - Travel straight through on the M7. signs will indicate Cork and Limerick. - After Ballybrittas, there will be exit signs off of the M7 for Cork. - Take the N8 off of the M7 to Cork. - Travel through Abbeyleix, Durrow, New Inn, Johnstown, Urlingford, Horse and Jockey. - The N8 will bring you into Cork. - At Dunkettle Roundabout, entering Cork, take the 2nd exit off of the N25 (signposted West Cork, Ringaskiddy). - Travel through Jack Lynch Tunnel. - Keep travelling straight until Kinsale Roundabout. - At the roundabout, take the 1st exit for the N27, signposted Kinsale, Airport. - At Airport Road Roundabout, take the 3rd exit. When travelling into Cork from other regions, take the directional signs for the South Ring Route upon entering the city. This road network will bring you through a series of roundabouts, which clearly lead to the airport.

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With fantastic city views, The Montenotte Hotel is just one mile from Cork city centre. In a tranquil location, it offers spacious modern rooms, a pool and free parking. Bright rooms all have en suite bathrooms with baths and showers. They all feature TVs, hairdryers, irons and tea/coffee making facilities. Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. Perched high over the city, the Vista Lounge provides fantastic views and has live music every Saturday night. Merchants Bistro serves an a la carte menu as well as tapas throughout the day. The Montenotte has superb leisure facilities include a gymnasium, sauna and hot tub. Aquarobics and swimming lessons can be taken in the 20-metre pool. Cork’s shops, theatres and the Beamish Brewery are just a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The world famous Blarney Stone and Cork Airport are both within 5 miles of the Montenotte.

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From Dublin/ Waterford/ Kilkenny On entering Cork City, watch out for sign for The Moran Silver Spring's Hotel, on dual carriageway. Go onto flyover opposite the hotel and follow road for (North Ring/Limerick). Halfway up the hill at the 1st set of traffic lights turn left. After the Garda (Police) Station take the next left. Continue up this road for approximately one and a half miles to a junction St. Luke's, (Green Kiosk). Drive straight through this junction (St. Luke's Cross) onto Wellington Road. Take second right (watch for sign) and the Ambassador Hotel is on the right. From Blarney/Limerick/Shannon Airport: On entering Cork, you will see the sign for Dublin/North Ring Road - take this road. Drive along this main route for 2 miles approx. At Ballyvolane Dunnes Stores Shopping Centre turn right following city centre signs. At 2nd junction (St. Luke's Cross) turn right onto Wellington Road. Take second right (watch for sign) and the Ambassador Hotel is on the right. From Killarney/Macroom: Follow signs for city centre & Dublin until you go over St. Patrick's Bridge (main bridge out of Cork). Follow road onto MacCurtain St. (one way system). At Traffic lights at the end of MacCurtain St. take a left turn, up Summers Hill. Take a left again at the junction, St. Luke's Cross (green kiosk) onto Wellington Road. Take second right (watch for sign) and the Ambassador Hotel is on the right. From Cork Airport/West Cork/Kinsale: Follow signs towards City centre, following signs for Dublin until you go over St. Patrick's Bridge (main bridge out of Cork). Follow road onto MacCurtain St. (one way system). At Traffic lights at the end of MacCurtain St. take a left turn, up Summers Hill. Take a left again at the junction, St. Luke's Cross (green kiosk) onto Wellington Road. Take second right (watch for sign) and the Ambassador Hotel is on the right.

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With views of Cork city, this elegant, 4-star hotel is situated in central Cork. Guests can relax in the spa bath, or enjoy satellite TV in the spacious rooms. All rooms at The Ambassador Hotel have classic, bright decor, with high ceilings and many original 19th-century features. Free Wi-Fi is available, as well as a private bathroom and tea/coffee-making facilities. Some rooms boast impressive balconies with views of Cork. The Ambassador’s Health Club is free to all guests, who can exercise in the modern, fully equipped gym or relax in the steam room and sauna. Seasons Bistro serves seasonal cuisine, with local and international dishes. The Embassy Bar features a bar menu, with live sport and live music on Saturday nights. The lounge offers afternoon teas and lunches in relaxed surroundings. Free parking is provided, and Cork centre’s bustling shops are a 15-minute walk away. The famous English Market is 20 minutes away on foot, and University College Cork is a 10-minute drive.

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From Dublin / Fermoy (N8): - Start out at Fermoy, following signs for Cork (N8). - Pass through Rathcormack Village. At Dunkettle Interchange (N25), take the 3rd exit to Cork city centre. - At the junction with the R639, head forward at the roundabout towards the city centre. - Travel along Andersons Quay and continue through 1st set of traffic lights (with Penrose Wharf on your right) at Michael Collins Bridge. - Transfer into the left lane. At the next set of traffic lights, bear left. - Cross the Brian Boru Bridge and go through 2 more set of lights. The Clarion Hotel is on your left. Parking: Car Parking is available at Lapps Quay Public Car Park at a special reduced rate for hotel residents (take a left turn at last set of traffic lights to access the car park).

Important information

Private parking is possible on site at Lapps Quay Public Car Park (public car park located beneath the hotel) at a specially reduced rate for residents until 12:00 on your day of departure.

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Facing Cork City Hall, the Clarion Hotel Cork overlooks the River Lee. It offers beautifully designed air-conditioned rooms, a health and spa centre with pool, and 2 fine restaurants. Decorated in light modern colours, many rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows. Rooms include a TV, minibar, free wired internet, and there is a 24-hour room service menu. Augustine’s Restaurant has an a la carte menu offering delicious French and Italian cuisine. Kudos Bar & Restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and serves authentic Asian cuisine, and a selection of European dishes. Guests can also relax in the Atrium Lounge. SanoVitae Health & Spa has fantastic facilities including a gym, sauna and steam room. There is also an extensive range of beauty treatments available. Lapps Quay public car park is beneath the Clarion Hotel guests receive a special overnight rate. Cork’s shops, Kent Station and the Opera House are all within a 5-minute walk.

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Stylish, spacious rooms, landscaped gardens, and an á la carte restaurant are offered at this 4-star hotel. 10 minutes’ drive from Cork’s centre, guests have free access to the adjacent leisure centre. With elegant, modern decor, the rooms at Silver Springs Moran Hotel include fluffy duvets and hypo-allergenic pillows. Guests can enjoy wide-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms boast views of the River Lee or the gardens. With a 25-metre swimming pool, a hot tub, and a modern gym, the leisure centre offers free access to hotel guests. Guests can relax in the sauna and steam room, or enjoy the squash and tennis courts. The Watermarq Restaurant serves an á la carte and a fixed price menu, along with carvery lunches and specialty coffees. With a central feature fireplace, The Lobby Bar provides a bar menu, Irish whiskeys, and occasional live music. Free parking is available, and both Cork’s famous English Market can be reached in 10 minutes by car. Cork’s central shops and attractions are also 10 minutes’ drive away, while University College Cork is a 15-minute drive away.

Important information

Please note that breakfast and dinner prices may vary when booked directly at the hotel. The leisure centre is approximately 10 minutes' walk away from the hotel.

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The Rochestown Park Hotel offers elegant rooms with marble bathrooms, a leisure centre with pool and beauty salon, and a fine-dining restaurant, just 5 miles from Cork and its airport. The spacious rooms are air-conditioned and feature 32-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and mood lighting. Rooms include dressing tables with hairdryers, luxurious beds with feather duvets and a 24-hour room service menu. The award-wining fitness centre boasts a jacuzzi, sauna and a modern gym. There is a range of indulgent treatments available at the Thalasso Therapy Centre and Beauty Salon. The sophisticated Gallery Restaurant serves modern cuisine, and guests can also relax with a drink in the chic Suttons Bar And Bistro. For golf enthusiasts, the Douglas and Frankfield courses are a 10-minute walk away. Cork has many attractions for guests to explore including the Shandon Steeple, Cork Opera House and a wealth of fantastic bars, pubs and restaurants.

Hotel information

The lodge offers newly refurbished 4-star boutique accommodation with 48 rooms located on the banks of the River Lee in the heart of Cork City Centre. 5 minutes walk from the University College and St. Patrick Street, as well as shops, restaurants, galleries and museums. The lodge offers complimentary morning newspapers. Fully wheelchair accessible with several specially adapted rooms for disabled guests.

Room information

Newly refurbished deluxe room with the facilites listed below as well as a king-size bed, digital safe and flat screen Lcd Tv. Rooms for disabled guests on request, subject to availability.

Food & beverage

The Georgina Campbell's Guide 2005 award winning breakfast is served from 07:30 to 10:00 daily.

Area information

Cork was the European Capital of Culture for 2005, and as such it displays some beautiful and unique sights, including: The church tower of Shandon - Dominating the North side of the city. It is known by locals as The Four-Faced Liar, as from the base of the building, each clock face appears to show a different time. Shandon is accessible to the public, and the bells may be rung by visitors. St. Patrick Street - The main shopping street. Remodelled in the years up to 2004, it boasts striking buildings along its broad avenue. County Hall Tower - The tallest building in the Republic of Ireland.

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This newly renovated accommodation is located in the heart of Cork city centre. Offering easy access to main roads and local attractions, the location is ideal for business and leisure. Situated on the banks of the River Lee, the picturesque location is perfect for relaxing in the lounge after a long day, or you could unwind in your spacious and modern room, with flat-screen LCD TV. There is a large selection of bars and a wine bar within 2 minutes' walk. Reception is open 24 hours and the hotel will do their best to accommodate early check-ins (on request, subject to availability). There is a lift to all floors. Lancaster Lodge has free city centre parking.

Important information

Lancaster Lodge does not accept bookings from stag/hen parties. You cannot make a cash payment without providing valid photo ID.

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Please collect the keys from Killarney Guest House, Western Road, Cork. The apartments are located just next door.

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College View Apartments is a new luxurious apartment complex directly opposite University College Cork (UCC) and a 5-minute walk from the city centre. Each self-catering unit is furnished to a superior standard, with free broadband and cable TV. There are complementary toiletries and a welcome pack of tea/coffee and milk on arrival. Keys are collected from Killarney Guest House, Western Road, Cork. The apartments are located just next door. College View Apartments is within walking distance of many tourist attractions, fine restaurants and lively nightlife. There is free car parking and a bus stop outside the door.

Travel information

By Public Transport The train station is a 15-minute drive away. The bus station in Cork City is 12 minutes away. By Air The airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Food & beverage

Over the years, the hotel's breakfasts have gained much renown. Having selected the finest produce from local markets, the hotel takes great care in its preparation and cooking to bring you a sumptuous meal that you'll still remember at supper time.

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Golfing in Cork is a real pleasure. Few other areas offer such an abundance of world class championship golf courses including Fota Island and a choice of golf courses in Kinsale. All tastes and all levels of proficiency are well catered for. In the course of a day, you could be teeing off from a wind-blown hill, pitching in a wooded valley, and putting for a birdie perched on a cliff edge with the Atlantic far below. With almost 20 wonderful courses within 25 km, Belvedere Lodge is the ideal base for your golfing trip to Cork. Ireland is renowned for its fishing, and Cork itself on the wonderful South Coast of Ireland, one of the deepest natural harbours in Europe. The county's magnificent coastline has been shaped by the Atlantic into bays and coves, rocky headlands and long strands of beach. Many people come here for this reason alone, where there are many areas to enjoy a high level of fishing. You can enjoy coarse, game or sea fishing. Cork is referred to as the "beautiful city, charming and pretty". Established over 800 years ago by St. Finbarr, the city sits nestled between 2 branches of the River Lee. Because of its friendliness and manageable size, visitors quickly develop a rapport with the town and its people. They develop a sense of "home from home". If you visit to Cork, you will want to return.

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This lovely Victorian building is in quiet, private walled gardens and has easy access to Cork city centre, 2.5 miles (4 km) away. It is now a 4-star guest house and has free Wi-Fi and parking. Belvedere Lodge has 20 large en suite rooms, all with cable TV, DVD players, hairdryers and tea/coffee. All rooms are attractively furnished and have views of the walled garden, with its gazebo, ponds and cascades. Some of the rooms also have private access to the gardens. Belvedere Lodge is known for the warm welcome it offers guests. All guests receive tea/coffee and home-made cake in their room on arrival.

Important information

Please note that the Belvedere Lodge does not accept stag and hen group bookings.

Travel information

By Car: - Coming from Dublin, travel via the N8. - At the intersection with the N25, stay on the N8 in the direction of Cory City. - Do not go under the tunnel. - 3 km after the intersection, Belvedere Lodge is on the right side. - Coming from Rosslare/Waterford, travel via the N25. - At the intersection with the N8, take the N8 in the direction of Cork City. - Do not go under the tunnel. - After 3 km, Belvedere Lodge is on the right side. - Coming from Galway/Limerick, travel via the N20. - Follow the signs into the city centre. - Follow the signs for Dublin (N8). - Pass the train station. - After 1.5 km, Belvedere Lodge is on the left. - Coming from Kerry/Killarney, travel via the N22. - Continue straight on the city bypass until you go under the Jack Lynch Tunnel (this is the only tunnel in Cork). - After you come out of the tunnel, turn left in the direction of Cork city. - After 3 km, Belvedere Lodge is on the right. From the airport, the hotel recommends that you take a taxi. From the bus station, take any bus in the direction of Tivoli.

Room information

Luxurious rooms with 25 to 30 m², individually designed for guest's comfort all with views or even private access to the hotel's garden. All the rooms have complimentary tea and coffee facilities and free Wi-Fi internet access.

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Belvedere Lodge was constructed in 1840 and still retains many charming characteristics. The antique Adams fireplace, the detailed Victorian ceiling mouldings and many other lovely characteristics all combine to give an air of calm grandeur. The location is ideal for you if you want to explore all that the beautiful South-West coast of Ireland has to offer, and still be just minutes from Cork's vibrant city centre.

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The Radisson SAS Hotel & Spa offers bedrooms of luxury accommodation. The Retreat Spa has 9 treatment rooms catering for a variety of Elemis product treatments. Advance bookings for the Retreat Spa are strongly recommended; please request during the reservation process. The indoor hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room offer a haven of relaxation. The hotel is conveniently located for events in Cork and has special offers for events that are very popular.

Room information

A choice of urban or oceanic themed rooms are available. Rooms have king-size or twin beds with continental duvet, flat screen cable TV and fully stocked minibar. Rooms are available on 3 floor levels.

Food & beverage

À la carte and table d'hote menus are served in the Island Grillroom each evening. Both menus offer a selection of international dishes made with local ingredients. Breakfast is served from 07:00 - 10:30. Lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12:30 - 14:30 (excludes Bank Holidays). Sunday from 13:00 - 15:00. Dinner is served from 18:00 - 22:00. The Banks Bar offers traditional bar food from 12:30 - 22:30 each day.

Area information

The Radisson SAS Hotel is located in Little Island on the eastern side of Cork City, conveniently located close to the N25 and N8 motorways. Little Island is on the gateway to East Cork with nearby attractions including Fota Island Wildlife Park, Cork Golf Club, Harbour Point Golf Club, the Jameson Distillery in Midleton, and Cobh town. Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills are located approx 12 km from the hotel. Mahon Point shopping centre is just a short drive through the Jack Lynch tunnel. Little Island train station has commuter services from Cork City to Cobh and is just a 4 minute walk from the hotel.

Travel information

From the airport, follow exit signs for all routes. At Airport Road roundabout take the first exit N27 (signposted Cork). Follow directions for Cork city until the approach of the Kinsale Road Roundabout. At this junction take the N25 East, signposted Rosslare / Waterford. Continue along the N25 East until you exit the Jack Lynch Tunnel (approx 4km). At the Dunkettle Interchange, take the exit for N25 East for Rosslare / Waterford. Proceed along this road for 1km and take the exit for Little Island (R623). At the traffic lights, turn right and cross over the flyover. At the roundabout, take the third exit (Eastgate) and the hotel entrance is on the right hand side; just 10 metres from the roundabout.

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Cork's most luxurious hotel offers new standards of style and service to both the business and leisure traveller. Located in Little Island, the hotel is just 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and Cork International Airport. Featuring Ditchley House, a Victorian style building dating back to the nineteenth century, the hotel is a fusion of Old World charm and New World cosmopolitan and sophisticated style. The property, which is nestled on 9 acres, welcomes guests with its tree-lined entrance and 300 car parking spaces.

Important information

Pets are not allowed, except guide dogs. Children can use the swimming pool between 09:00 and 17:00 and must be accompanied by an adult. Advance bookings for the Retreat Spa are strongly recommended; please request during the reservation process.

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This Victorian guest house is 5 minutes from Cork city centre and opposite the River Lee and university grounds. The Blarney Stone and Castle are a 10-minute drive away. Blarney Stone Guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi and comfortable bedrooms with satellite TV and toiletries. The breakfast menu has up to 31 different choices, including a freshly cooked Irish breakfast.

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The Cork International Airport Hotel is located next to the airport just 4 minutes stroll or you can request our complimentary bus shuttle. You can choose from 146 unique rooms which are elegantly decorated in a rich, classic colour palate. They are spacious with comfortable bedding and soft linen and with modern facilities, including satellite TV, WIFI internet and personal workspace. You can relax in a leather massage chair in the Pullman Lounge for a couple of hours with music, DVD, TV and flight info.

Food & beverage

Strata at Cork International Airport Hotel, is an open-market-style restaurant with a great social setting and fresh food. It serves top-quality, modern, international cuisine with an emphasis on local, seasonal and organic produce, and well-chosen wines. O Bar is an Irish pub with an Art Deco style and a new menu. It has local and international beers and whiskies and many other drinks. It is open every day and serves food from 11:00 to 22:00.

Travel information

By Air: A free shuttle bus is available from Cork Airport to the hotel.

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This hotel is directly opposite Cork Airport and a 10-minute drive from Cork City, where there are shops, vibrant bars and restaurants. The Cork International Airport Hotel is in Cork Airport Business Park. It has luxurious bedrooms, 4 apartments and free overnight parking for guests. A majority of the rooms look towards the airport, and all have have black-out blinds and large, comfortable beds. The hotel has several outlets, meeting rooms and a ballroom.

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Opposite University College Cork and close to St Finbarr's Cathedral, these well-equipped apartments offer free Wi-Fi and are walking distance from the centre of Cork. Each unit at Aban Apartments has a kitchen, living area and a separate bedroom with en suite bathroom. Reception and check-in are at Garnish House nearby.

Travel information

From Cork Airport Drive out to the Airport and take a left, drive for approx 2 to 3 miles on the N27. This will bring you to the Kinsale roundabout. Take the 3rd exit following the city centre signs. Drive to the end of the dual carriageway (South Ring), staying on the left lane take the 2nd slip road off to the left. Drive through the set of traffic lights (Market Tavern Pub on your left). Continue on until you reach the river and keep lelft. At the next set of traffic lights turn right and keep to the river on your right. Turn right over the bridge, staying at the right hand lane and take a right onto South Mall. The Imperial Hotel with Escape Salon & Spa is half way down the South Mall on the left hand side. From Dublin N8 Cork city Dunkette Interchange N25, 3rd exit, Cork city centre. Jct T 639 straight towards city centre. Follow Horgan’s Quay Penrose Quay, Andersons Quay, cross the first set of traffic lights ( Michael Collins Bridge) right lane, right at lights, down Merchants Quay and stay in the left hand side. Down St Patrick’s Street, turning into Grand Parade and turning left on to South Mall. Straight through the first set of traffic lights and the Imperial Hotel is half way up on the left hand side. From Limerick N20 to Cork following signs for city centre and St Patricks Street. An the end of the N20 (final set of traffic lights on the N20 adjacent to Cork Opera House) cross over the Christy Ring Bridge and stay in the left lane. Take a right at the traffic lights and follow directional signage St Patricks Street. Turn left at top of St Patricks Street, take Bridge Street, turn right at Traffic lights down MacCurtain Street. Left at next setoff traffic lights R614 Summerhill, drive over bridge and turn right onto Merchants Quay. Next traffic lights turn left onto St Patricks St. Down St Patricks Street turning onto Grande Parade at the traffic lights. Straight through the next set of traffic lights on Grand Parade and turning left on to South Mall. Straight through first set of traffic lights and the Imperial Hotel is half way up on the left. Directions To Our Car Park At Union Quay, Cork City After you reach the Imperial Hotel on the South Mall, continue forward, staying in the right hand lane. At the first set of traffic lights turn right. At the next set of traffic lights turn right again. Continue straight until you come to the end of the road, where you meet a yield right of way sign. At the sign take a left and to enter the car park take a left.

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Located in the very heart of Cork city, The Imperial Hotel is less than a minute’s walk from Cork’s main shopping district. It boasts spacious rooms with free movies, and the luxurious Escape Spa. Rooms at the Imperial feature power showers and baths. Guests can relax with interactive TVs featuring over 20 newly released movies, free Wi-Fi, and a digital music library. In the restaurant, Irish and Mediterranean cuisine is created using fresh fish and vegetables from the local market. Guests can enjoy a coffee in Lafayette's Brasserie, or take a light lunch at The Food Hall. At the spa, guests can indulge in treatments including an aqua body polish, hydrotherapy and Aveda massages. The spa also features an aroma and salt grotto, as well as tropical, rain, and mist showers. Kent Train Station, The Beamish Brewery and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral are all under a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Cork Airport is just a 10-minute drive from the Imperial.

Room information

Situated on the River Lee, each of these well-appointed apartments has an impressive view that is unrivalled anywhere in the historic city of Cork. Some of the apartments have balconies.

Food & beverage

Westview has its own on-site dining facilities in the shape of the well-known Café de la Paix, which is situated on the ground floor of the complex. The cafe is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a wide selection of fine wines and beverages available to complement your food. The cafe’s river-view terrace is covered, so you can look out onto the river and watch the wildlife pass by, whatever the weather.

Travel information

By Air: The apartments are approximately 8 km from Cork Airport. Taxis are readily available from just outside the airport. By Train: The apartments are just 3 km from Cork’s Kent Station.

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Overlooking the River Lee and on one of the main routes into Cork’s city centre, these modern apartments offer all the freedom, independence of your own base in the heart of Cork. In an excellent location, the Westview offers stylish, contemporary accommodation in elegantly appointed apartments, most with balconies. All of the apartments have generous bathrooms, a dining area and a lounge area with TV and DVD player. Every apartment has a fully equipped self-contained fitted kitchen. Each kitchen has a washing machine/dryer, a fridge, a built-in oven, 4 hobs, a microwave, a toaster and a kettle. Wireless internet access is available in each apartment, as is a modem connection for wired internet access. Centrally located and close to all that Cork has to offer, the apartments make a great base, whatever you reason for visiting the city. Some of Cork's finest restaurants and many of the city’s best Irish bars are just a few minutes’ walk away. The property also contains the trendy Café de la Paix, which is popular with visitors and locals alike.

Hotel information

The hotel has received the Optimus Award for Business Excellence for its 9 meeting and conference suites and its first-class business service. Internet access and ample on-site car parking are complimentary.

Room information

With warmth, luxury and character, rooms with wonderful views of the hotel’s beautiful gardens and private patios are available. For an added treat, why not arrange for home-made cookies, chocolates, flowers or a bottle of champagne to greet you on your arrival. To make arrangements, please contact the hotel before your arrival. Rooms suitable for disabled guests are available on request, subject to availability. All bedrooms are non smoking.

Food & beverage

Zings Restaurant has been awarded an AA Rosette for its high quality cuisine. Please enquire at the time of booking if you are interested in private dining. Zings Restaurant also offers a children’s menu. The walk-in wine cellar is available for you to select the perfect wine. The cafe bar and garden room offers delicious afternoon teatime snacks, with beautiful views of the garden. Dinner is served on Friday and Saturday evenings in Zings Restaurant and in the Cafe Bar, Sunday to Thursday. Room service is also available. Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00 (Monday to Friday) and until 11:00 on Saturdays and Sundays.

Area information

Douglas is located in the suburbs of Cork city, just 10 minutes from Cork International Airport. The hotel offers easy access to the region’s major roads, including the N25 south ring road to Killarney; the N71 to Bandon; the N20 to Limerick and the N8 to Dublin. Surrounded by luxury, it is hard to know just why you might want to venture outside the gates of the Maryborough Hotel & Spa, but with the city of Cork on your doorstep and the charm of the countryside just around the corner, you will not be disappointed when you do. Enjoy the buzz of the vibrant city centre and the charm and character that is unique to Cork. Be sure to visit the bustling English Market, the lyrical Bells of Shandon and the historical city gaol, before relaxing in one of the countless cafes of the atmospheric Huguenot quarter. A short trip to any of the nearby coastal towns such as Kinsale or Cobh will open up a world of water sports: sailing, angling, cruising or simply watching; the choice is yours. Alternatively, you could rent a car and lose yourself in the breathtaking scenery of West Cork. The region also has plenty to offer the keen golfer, with courses such as Douglas, Fota, Harbour Point and the renowned Old Head of Kinsale only a short drive away.

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By Car (from Cork Airport): - Travel down Airport Hill. - At the Airport Road roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Farmers Cross and the N27. - Follow the N27 to the Kinsale roundabout. Take 4th exit onto the south ring road - the N25 East. - Once on the N25, take the 2nd exit for Douglas, ignoring the 1st exit marked for Douglas West. - At the traffic lights, turn right. - At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit, travelling straight ahead. - At the traffic lights, drive straight on, until you reach a 2nd roundabout. - At this roundabout, take the 3rd exit off the roundabout (Douglas golf club is signposted). - This is Maryborough Hill; the hotel is situated up the hill, on the left-hand side.

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This deluxe hotel set in 300-year-old gardens is a 10-minute drive from the city centre. The hotel boasts a spa and a Thermal Suite, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The renovated 18th-century house has an AA Rosette-winning restaurant, a leisure club and 11 conference rooms. The gardens can be enjoyed from the many verandas and balconies. Some of the elegant rooms and suites have garden views. Cork International Airport is 10 minutes away, and the Jack Lynch Tunnel is 4 minutes away. The spa has a luxurious range of heat and cooling experiences. These include a laconium, rock sauna, vitality pool, heated loungers, lifestyle showers and an ice fountain. A small daily charge applies, and treatments must be pre-booked and are subject to availability.

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One child maximum sharing with 2 adults.

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Your host, Helena Mc Sweeney, is happy to advise you on the varied events, attractions and places of interest in Cork, Kerry and the surrounding areas. During your free time you can keep in contact with family, friends and colleagues using the internet access in the comfortable lounge.

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The décor is restful and warm. Some rooms have a spa bath.

Food & beverage

An extensive breakfast menu, prepared using the best of local West Cork produce, is guaranteed to satisfy all tastes. Freshly baked homemade brown bread is a speciality of the house.

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During your stay you can enjoy the leisurely stroll across the road into the beautifully landscaped grounds of University College Cork, or venture down Mardyke Walk, which dates from 1719 and is especially renowned for its fine old sporting institutions, such as Cork Cricket Club and Sundays Well Boating and Tennis Club. Other local attractions: Blarney Castle and the Blarney Stone: 15 minutes' drive Kinsale: 30 minutes' drive Killarney, Co Kerry: 90 minutes' drive Cork City Centre is home to a range of unique shops and restaurants.

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Cork Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

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Just 5 minutes’ walk away from Cork City Centre, this elegant period guesthouse has been carefully restored to provide a unique combination of traditional Irish hospitality with modern facilities. The ideal base from which to explore the attractions within Cork City Centre and the surroundings, Achill House provides easy access to Kinsale, Blarney Castle, the beautiful south west coast or the renowned Lakes of Killarney and Ring of Kerry. The hotel also boasts excellent transport links with the bus and train stations, Cork Airport and Ringaskiddy car ferry terminal all close by. Achill House’s spacious en suite bedrooms are each furnished with all modern comforts required for a relaxing stay, including multi-channel television, radio and direct-dial telephone/modem facilities.

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Occupying a prime location in Cork City, the City Suites at The Montenotte offers guests a range of beautifully designed self-catering apartments just minutes walk from Cork’s lively centre. This delightful apart-hotel offers the perfect alternative to guests looking for spacious, homely accommodation. Each of the apartments features 2 double guest bedrooms, a spacious and fully-furnished living/dining area, plus a well-equipped kitchen. Guests of the City Suite Apartments can enjoy all the facilities and services of the on-site hotel. These include a health club complete with indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna and steam room. There is also an on-site bistro which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The property’s Vista Bar is the ideal venue to relax over a morning coffee or evening cocktail, whilst enjoying the views over the city centre. The City Suite Apartments is located in Cork’s exclusive Montenotte district and enjoys an elevated location, overlooking the city. Cork’s many shops, restaurants, bars and theatres are a short walk away.

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There is limited free parking available. Paid parking outside the hotel operates from Monday to Saturday 08:30-18:30, Sundays and Bank Holidays are free. Carroll’s Quay multi-story car park is nearby and hotel guests receive discounted rates.

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Located in Cork City Centre, just a few minutes' walk from St. Patrick's Street and Opera Lane, Maldron Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a leisure centre and free parking. The spacious rooms at the Maldron Hotel and Leisure Centre Cork City have private bathrooms and comfortable beds. Rooms include a satellite TV and a 24-hour room service menu. Limited free parking is available for guests. Stir Restaurant offers light, modern cuisine using fresh ingredients. Menus are created with plenty of healthy eating options and a range of seafood and vegetarian dishes. A breakfast buffet with hot and cold options is served each day. Bells Bar shows live sports, has a varied bar menu and live entertainment at weekends. The Maldron Hotel and Leisure Centre Cork City is a 5-minute walk from Cork Sea Safari. The city tour bus stop is just 100 metres away.

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When travelling from Dublin (N8), follow the Cork city centre signs into the Dunkettle Roundabout. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto the N8 ramp to Corcaigh/Cork/N20/Luimneach/Limerick. Take the 1st exit at the next roundabout - (Lota roundabout). Continue straight ahead along the Lower Glanmire Road following the city centre signs. Turn left at Water Street (you can't go straight ahead) and continue along Horgans Quay (river is on your left). Continue straight ahead passing 4 bridges on your left (river is on your left always). Once you have passed the 4th bridge on your left take the immediate right up Musgrave Road pass the Dominican Centre (yellow & pink building) on your left. The Maldron Hotel Cork City is halfway up this hill/road, take the second left. When travelling from Waterford or Rosslare (N25), follow the Cork city centre signs taking the 1st exit at the Lota roundabout. Continue straight ahead along the Lower Glanmire Road following the city centre signs. Turn left at Water Street (you can't go straight ahead) and continue driving along Horgans Quay, (river is on your left). Continue straight ahead passing 4 bridges on your left (river is always on your left). Once you have passed the 4th bridge on your left take the immediate right up Musgrave Road pass the Dominican Centre ( yellow and pink building) on your left. The Maldron Hotel Cork is halfway up this hill/road, take the 2nd left. From Limerick (N20) From the Limerick direction (N20), carry straight on following signs for City Centre, until you have passed Blackpool Shopping Centre. At the next set of traffic lights you need to turn right. Continue straight on now, passing Heineken Ireland on your right until you reach a set of traffic lights. Turn right at these traffic lights and take the immediate right again up Musgrave Road pass the Dominican Centre (yellow & pink building) on your left. The Maldron Hotel Cork City is halfway up this hill/road, take the second left. Parking at the Maldron Hotel Cork There are complimentary but limited car park facilities at the hotel. Disc parking is available on the street outside the hotel from Monday to Saturday from 08.30-18.30 (2 hours max). Outside of these hours and on Sundays and bank holidays street parking is free of charge. You can purchase a parking disc from our reception. Alternatively there is Carroll’s Quay multi-storey car park a 3 minute walk away. Reduced rates are available for hotel guests at Carroll's Quay car park.

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Overlooking Fitzgerald Park, The Redclyffe Guesthouse is opposite University College Cork. Cork city centre is a 10-minute walk and Redclyffe offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and traditional breakfasts. Large bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and hair dryers. They also include satellite TVs, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities, some rooms have views over the park. Outside of the hotel there is a bus stop which has a regular service to the city centre. Friendly staff can also provide travel arrangements and recommend restaurants and sightseeing attractions. Shannon Steeple, The English Market and St. Finbarrs cathedral are all less than one mile from Redclyffe. Douglas Golf Club and Cork Airport are both just a 5-minute drive from the guesthouse.

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From Cork Airport (8km): - Turn left at the Airport Gates. You will approach a large roundabout. Take the 3rd exit signed for city centre. - Follow this road to the 3rd set of traffic lights and turn right. - Follow this road around to the left. Go through 4 sets of traffic lights. - Immediately after the 4rth set of lights take a left and Jurys Inn Cork is on the left.

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Jurys Inn Cork is located on Anderson’s Quay overlooking the River Lee. Jurys is a 5-minute walk from Kent Station and offers a bar, restaurant, and 24-hour reception. The rooms at Jurys Cork provide modern, spacious rooms with a Freeview TV, spa toiletries, and spacious bathrooms. There is a workspace area and tea and coffee-making facilities. Jurys Inn Cork is a 5-minute walk from the Merchants Quay Shopping Centre and the main shopping area of St. Patrick’s Street. The English Market, The Boardwalk, and Shandon Steeple are both within a 10-minute walk from Jurys. Breakfasts are served in the contemporary restaurant which also offers an international dinner menu. The bar serves lunch, snacks, and coffee.

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Overlooking Fitzgerald Park, the Killarney Guest house sits opposite University College Cork. Recommended by the Irish Times, this family-run guest house offers bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi in the lobby and free parking. Killarney offers a friendly welcome, with home baked biscuits and a cup of tea provided on arrival. The wide selection of the daily breakfast buffet is followed by a full cooked Irish breakfast. The tastefully decorated rooms all have TVs, hair dryers and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have whirlpool baths. Cork city centre’s many shops, restaurants and attractions, including Shandon Steeple and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral are just a 10-minute walk. The Blarney Stone is 4 miles away. Cork Airport is a 10-minute drive away and there are several golf courses within a 5-mile radius of the guest house.

Hotel information

If your check in time is after 18.00, please provide an estimated time of arrival.

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By Car From the town centre: - Turn into Washington Street/Western Road then pass Jury's Hotel to your left. - Garnish House is on the right-hand side, 150 meters further on, just before the junction of Donovan's Road and Western Road (opposite main gates UCC) From Railway station: Bus number 5. From Bus Station: Bus numbers 5 and 8. From Airport: By Taxi: There is a taxi rank located outside the main terminal building. Skylink Yellow shuttle buses depart the airport every 60 minutes connecting with accommodation in the city centre. For Garnish House, take route 2. The bus stops at Jury’s Hotel. Just follow the direction of the traffic for another 200 metres. Bus Eireann: Ireland's national bus company, provides a regular air coach bus service from Cork Airport to Cork's Parnell Place Bus Station throughout the week.

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With homemade scones and tea on arrival and an award-winning gourmet breakfast, this guest house is located in the centre of Cork. Each bright room is filled with fruit and fresh flowers. Individually decorated, each room at Garnish House features a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the rooms, along with a TV and tea/coffee facilities. The excellent breakfast offers over 30 menu options, including freshly cooked oat porridge with honey or Irish whisky, traditional full Irish breakfasts, or a selection of grilled fish. Garnish House also caters for special diets. The Georgian town house is minutes from the best of Cork, with shopping, museums and historic sites nearby. Opposite the main gates of University College Cork, Garnish House is within a 10-minute walk from Cork city centre .

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The boutique Isaacs Hotel in Cork is just a 5-minute walk from the city centre, including the English Market and Shandon Steeple. It offers spacious rooms, the Greene's Restaurant and a courtyard with a floodlit waterfall. Kent Railway Station and Cork Bus station, with buses to Cork Airport, are only a 10-minute walk from Hotel Isaacs. The hotel offers spacious rooms, cable TV, laptop safes and Wi-Fi Access. Isaacs Apartments, which are part of the hotel complex, offer a fully fitted kitchen, sitting room/dining room and 2 bedrooms. The critically acclaimed, Greene’s Restaurant which is and looks onto its own floodlit waterfall. Located under a stone archway, with its own courtyard garden and waterfall, Greene’s restaurant offers a unique setting in Cork with specialty fish and seafood dishes. The hotel has no leisure facilities in house but guests have access to Leeside Leisure across the road for a small additional fee. The hotel is well-situated for access to various golf courses, including Fota Island, Douglas.

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Please note that check-out time for apartments is 10:30. Late departure may result in a fine.

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Rose Lodge is a superbly appointed guesthouse with its own car park, just 10 minutes walk from the centre of Cork City, the Southern capital of Ireland. Rose Lodge offers a cozy and quiet stay with friendly atmosphere and helpful staff. It is an ideal base for the holiday-maker to explore the beautiful south-western coast and the renowned Lakes of Killarney and the Ring of Kerry. Situated opposite the gates of University College Cork.

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Quiet and cosy, Rose Lodge offers a friendly atmosphere and helpful staff. Situated opposite the gates of University College Cork, the guest house is great for anybody seeking temporary accommodation while studying at or visiting UCC.

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Designed with the needs of the business traveller in mind, the Gresham Metropole features business rooms, event facilities and a suite of twelve conference rooms, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi internet access throughout.

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Cork Airport, 5 km Parnell Bus Station, 5 minutes walk Kent Train Station, 10 minutes walk

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In the heart of Cork City Centre, the hotel is just a short stroll from the city’s business district and many excellent shops, boutiques, theatres and galleries. Guests have free access to the on-site Leeside Leisure Centre which boasts an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and a well-equipped gym. Treatments like reflexology and massage are also available. During your stay at the Gresham Metropole Hotel, you can relax in one of 112 tastefully decorated bedrooms, equipped with everything for a comfortable stay. At the rear of the hotel is the Riverview Restaurant, with some unique views overlooking Cork’s famous River Lee and city centre. The Riverview Restaurant is opened each morning for a buffet-style breakfast, with a wide variety of hot and cold options. The Riverview Restaurant is also available for private functions.

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On the banks of the River Lee, Shandon Bells offers bright, classically furnished rooms with LCD TVs, and full Irish breakfasts. Guests can enjoy on-site private fishing on the river. Each room includes satellite channels on its wall-mounted LCD TV, as well as free Wi-Fi access. There is a private bathroom and hairdryer, along with tea/coffee facilities and welcome sweets. Guests at Shandon Bells B & B can enjoy buffet breakfasts or hearty full Irish breakfasts. Parking is free at the B&B, and the famous English Market in Cork is just a 15-minute walk away. University College Cork is a 20-minute walk, and the bustling shops and restaurants of St Patrick’s Street are only 3 minutes’ walk away.

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Guests are kindly requested to inform the B&B in advance of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking or by contacting the hotel/property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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This friendly hotel with excellent service has a prime city-centre location near shops theatres, galleries, vibrant bars and restaurants. Bustling St. Patricks Street is just around the corner. Ashley Hotel is within a mid -19th-century house and has a 24-hour front desk and a free guest car park that is locked at night. Local stouts and beers and homemade meals are served in the ground-floor bar. Full Irish breakfasts or early breakfasts are available. The hotel is an 8-km journey from the airport, and a 10-minute walk from the train and bus stations. Within walking distance is the English Food Market, Cork City Gaol, City Hall, Cork City Harbour, Heineken Ireland and Cork Butter Market.

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Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00 and an earlier breakfast is available on request. Lunch is served from 12:30 to 14:00 and dinner from 18:00 to 21:30.

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Acton Lodge is a family-run B&B less than a mile from Cork city centre. It has free parking, free internet access and is a 2-minute walk from University College Cork. The B&B backs onto Mardyke, with Fitzgerald's Park and The University Mardyke Arena, with 25-metre pool and gym. Acton Lodge is close to Cork's hospitals.

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Acorn House is a restored Georgian town house in Cork city centre, overlooking the shopping area of St Patrick's Street. The house dates back to 1810. Acorn House Guesthouse has free Wi-Fi, and en suite bedrooms with a TV and tea and coffee facilities. The bus terminal is a 5-minute walk away, and the train station can be reached in 10 minutes' walk. Cork Airport is a 10-minute drive from Acorn House.

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By Car: From Killarney: - Take the the N22.

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Boasting 4 AA stars, this guest house provides contemporary, elegant accommodation just a 10 minute walk from Cork city centre. All the bedrooms in the Crawford Guest House provide the ultimate in comfort with oak wood furniture and 6-foot orthopaedic beds. All rooms are en suite with bath and/or shower facilities. Breakfast is served in the partner guesthouse next door, Killarney House. On the menu is a full cooked Irish, a choice of omlettes, pancakes and a continental buffet. The Crawford is also directly opposite University College Cork.

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Brookfield Lodge welcomes business guests and families visiting Cork. With a leisure centre, good-value rooms and free Wi-Fi, it's just a 5-minute walk from the U.C.C Campus. The leisure centre at Brookfield Lodge has a 25-metre pool (with slide), a gym, a sauna, hot tub and steam room. Breakfast is served in the restaurant daily, and the bar is open each night and serves light evening meals Set in parkland just outside Cork, Brookfield Lodge and Leisure Centre is near 2 hospitals and the businesses on Model Farm Road. An easy drive away is the harbour town of Kinsale; historic Youghal; and the village of Blarney, home to the Blarney Stone.

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From Cork city and airport: - Follow the N25 motorway for Midleton. - Exit left onto Glanmire Road (R639).

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Located in the Glanmire Valley, Vienna Woods is a 10-minute drive from Cork. It offers large rooms with baths, showers and free internet access, a restaurant and free parking. Rooms at the Vienna Woods Hotel feature a trouser press, TV and a hairdryer. They also include tea/coffee making facilities. Crawford’s restaurant serves Irish and international cuisine. Buffet breakfasts are served daily and there is also a bar menu available. Vienna Woods is an 18th-century country house and its conservatory overlooks the gardens. There is a patio where drinks can be taken. Douglas and Frankfield golf courses are both within a 10-minute drive of the hotel. The Páirc Uí Chaoimh is just 2 miles from the Hotel Vienna Woods.

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At the roundabout junction of the south ring road/Kinsale Road (r600), travel for 1.5 miles south of Cork city centre on the main airport road, just 1 mile from the airport. Use Jacklynch Tunnel to bypass the city centre and follow airport signs.

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Just a mile from Cork Airport and a 5-minute drive from Cork City, this Travelodge features an on-site restaurant, free parking and a 24-hour reception. There is free taxi phone and an arrivals and departures screen for Cork Airport. Rooms at Travelodge Cork all feature an en suite bathroom, and hairdryers are available on request. TVs include Sky News and Setanta Sports channels, as well as free tea and coffee. Eddie Rockett’s is an American-style diner restaurant, serving food throughout the day. Drinks are snack are also available from vending machines in the lobby. Cork’s centre can be reached in just 5 minutes by car, along with its famous English market.

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Family rooms are available, which can sleep up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 12. Cots can be supplied, but availability is limited. Check with reception when booking is complete. Pets can accompany guests (up to 1 pet per room). There is an extra charge for Pets. Please advise the lodge after booking.

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Located in the heart of Cork city centre, Winsor Inn is just 400 metres from Cork Opera House and Murphy’s Brewery. It offers affordable rooms with free Wi-Fi, tasty food and a traditional Irish pub. Windsor Inn is on a busy Cork street with many restaurants and bars nearby. It is within easy walking distance of the airport shuttle and Kent Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. The modern rooms at the Windsor Inn Cork have TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and include an Irish breakfast. The hotel has a 24-hour reception and guests receive a free map of the city on arrival. Light snacks and an all day breakfasts is available every day. In the dining room, a range of traditional Irish dishes with a modern twist is served. Popular with locals, the pub has a regular live music including session musicians, folk artists and stand up comedians.

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The hotel can offer discounted rates at a public car park, across the road from hotel (ask at check-in for details).

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The Victoria Hotel is located in the heart of Cork City, on St. Patrick's Street and has a very central location and spacious rooms. Built in 1810 the Victoria Hotel is the oldest and most historic hotel in Cork City. Many leading Irish politicians frequented the hotel including Charles Stuart Parnell.

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If guests expect to arrive after 18:00, please contact the hotel to give an estimated time of arrival.

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Opposite University College Cork, and just 700 metres from the city centre, is the family-run Audley House. Rooms feature power showers, satellite TVs and free parking is available. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Audley House and soundproofed rooms provide a restful night’s sleep. They also feature home comforts including hair dryers and tea/coffee making facilities. Just across the River Lee from Audley House is Fitzgerald's park, whilst the Cork City Gaol and English market and both just a 15-minute walk away. The undulating city streets of Cork are home to many fantastic bars, shops and restaurants. There are several golf courses in the area including Douglas, Cork and Frankfield.

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Each apartment at Victoria Lodge has a living room, full kitchen and cable TV. Cork city centre is 5 minutes' drive away, and you can park for free outside the apartments. Victoria Lodge is university campus accommodation, and just 15 minutes' walk from University College Cork. A common area offers free internet access, while vending machines and a self-service launderette are within the complex. Other facilities include a prepay-card telephone facility, bed linen and towels. Cork Kent Train Station is about 10 minutes' drive away, and has services to Dublin.

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Just 10 minutes’ walk from University College Cork, University Hall Apartments offer modern accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Cork centre is a 20-minute walk away. The contemporary apartments feature spacious bedrooms, each with a large work area and fresh linen. There is also a living area, which has a TV with cable channels, sofas and a telephone. The fully equipped kitchens at University Hall have an oven, microwave and refrigerator, and all crockery and utensils are provided. There is also a dining area and ironing facilities. The University Hall Apartments complex has a tourist information desk and on-site security staff. There is also a laundrette and a common room with vending machines. With Cork Opera House just 2 km away, University Hall Apartments are a 20-minute walk from Cork’s lively shopping areas and nightlife. Cork International Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

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Sheila's Cork Hostel is less than 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Cork. It has a sauna, and offers free Wi-Fi, free city maps and free movies in the cinema room. Sheila's Hostel is a short walk from St. Patrick's Quay and Cork Opera House. The bus and train stations are very close by. The cinema room has lots of comfortable bean bags to sit on. Films are shown every day on a 42-inch (106 cm) plasma-screen TV. There is a self-catering kitchen and a terrace. As well as free Wi-Fi, low-cost internet use is available from the hostel's own computers. Sheila's Tourist Hostel won a "Recommended" award by "Let's Go" in 2008.