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The Kingsley

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Victoria Cross, Cork, Cork
  • Place, Cork County Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University College Cork
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork City Gaol
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small round table with two chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a mirror.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with a double bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cork

The Kingsley places you next to Cork County Hall and within a 15-minute walk of University College Cork. This 131-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Cork County Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University College Cork - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fitzgerald Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cork City Gaol - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 20 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apple Coffee Dock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Manor Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hi Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fairbanks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kingsley

Guests of The Kingsley enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes are also standard.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Springboard

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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/debit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Kingsley Cork
Kingsley Hotel
Kingsley Hotel Cork
The Kingsley Cork
The Kingsley Hotel
The Kingsley Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Kingsley?

The Kingsley offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kingsley?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kingsley on Aug 30, 2026 start from $186, 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 can I see within easy reach of The Kingsley?

This hotel is located in Cork, a short 12-minute walk from Fitzgerald Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Cork City Gaol. You'll also find Glucksman Gallery and Radio Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Kingsley?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa at The Kingsley?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, aromatherapy, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does The Kingsley include a casino?

No, The Kingsley doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Kingsley?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is The Kingsley a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does The Kingsley have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does The Kingsley feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Kingsley has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Kingsley allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Kingsley though service animals are welcome.

Does The Kingsley have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Kingsley?

The closest major airport to The Kingsley is Cork Airport (ORK), which is 5.7 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Kingsley?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Kingsley.

The Kingsley Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Padraig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, food in the restaurant was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good modern hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Great food. Frien
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Good size. Handy parking. Rituals amenities were gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jamison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was relaxing. We stayed multiple nights and both pubs in the hotel were both unique and satisfactory.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel and very friendly staff. Good restaurant and very enjoyable place to stay. The place is getting a little outdated, but still a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with very attentive staff and good food in dining facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outside hot tub was great, room was spacious & well appointment
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, lovely room. Comfy bed. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff here are superb, with a lovely mix of friendliness and efficiency.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was courteous and helpful. Outstanding breakfast and complementary parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff, fantastic spa facilities, lovely views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kingsley had a great location just on the edge of town which made it convenient to get in and out. Beautiful setting adjacent to the river. Very quiet and the staff was so very friendly. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom huge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and bathroom well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was excellent, large spacious room & bathroom. The staff, service, food & facilities were all fantastic. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel and wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

We stayed here for a night, it was great! Easy parking, check in was smooth, we ate dinner at their bar, food, drinks and dessert were delicious! We even were able to get a massage the next morning, it was lovely! Great amenities to enjoy while there!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff nice restaurant bar and spa clean rooms very accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two night stay

We had a great stay at The Kingsley hotel, would highly recommend, very clean and modern. Comfortable bed and spacious room, good swimming pool nice outdoor pool which is heated! In a good location close to the airport and the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025