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The Metropole Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, 7-minute walk to Cork Opera House

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Front of property
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 18 per person)
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
  • Place, St. Patrick's Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Signature Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cork

Located in Victorian Quarter, The Metropole Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Cork Opera House and English Market. This 108-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Everyman Palace Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • English Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University College Cork - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 8 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gallagher's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sin É - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Shelbourne Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Corner House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Metropole Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, 7-minute walk to Cork Opera House
The Metropole Hotel features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for EUR 12.00 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Met Bar
  • Riverview Restaurant
  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1897
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 50 per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 18 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 12.00 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Metropole Hotel?

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

What's there to see around The Metropole Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Victorian Quarter, just steps from Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex, and within a short walk of St. Patrick's Bridge. You'll also find Cork Opera House and Cork City Hall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Metropole Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 12.00 per night.

Does The Metropole Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Metropole Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Metropole Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Metropole Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at The Metropole Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Metropole Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Will The Metropole Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does The Metropole Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Metropole Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Metropole Hotel is Cork Airport (ORK), which is 4.9 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Metropole Hotel?

No, at The Metropole Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The Metropole Hotel host weddings?

There are wedding services available at The Metropole Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Metropole Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edward

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

Metropole review

Lovely central hotel, excellent value, friendly and front of house staff from porter to receptionists very good at their job. Only one constructive observation, breakfast room staff appeared to be on a different planet than in the room, slow, at times for the birds, slow to attend tables, replenishing food on the self service took an iternity. They lacked some sort of supervision. But other than that hotel excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Lovely hotel, great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very varied
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Johnathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb breakfast, accomodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Phoenixville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, but our room was very humid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch attitude of the staff and inviting decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel main areas are in stunning condition after the refit. The rooms are in need of a definite revamp. The hotel is excellent for convenience to access travel links, being able to nip down the street or head out for something to eat lots of availablity in that respect but a good revamp in the rooms would set this hotel miles apart from the rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location. Walkable to both the Bus and Train Station. Restaurants and Shopping were also nearby. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna, Seattle

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Van de

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious this was after we refused first room 409 because window looked out onto a brick wall we eventually had 412 which better but bathroom needs refurbishing and water pressure was very low
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay Mario

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

Excellent

Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maurice

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very convenient to everything. Staff was extremely friendly & helpful. Negatives: no wash cloths, windows were broken or handle only reachable by standing on the bed, small rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Geoffrey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good staff, great breakfast, but the room had a heater that we could not turn off (in June), and despite asking the hotel for assistance, the heat remained on for 2 days straight as we sweated out our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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