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The Metropole Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Cork Opera House

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University College Cork
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • 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
(30 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
(23 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

  • 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
  • Cork City Gaol - 3 min drive - 1.5 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 Corner House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paladar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Metropole Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick 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 securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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)

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

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

Gresham Metropole
Gresham Metropole Cork
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Metropole Hotel?

As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropole Hotel on Nov 17, 2025 start from $138.24, excluding 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'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 Oliver Plunkett Street and Cork Opera House less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay 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.

Does The Metropole Hotel have a hot tub?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Metropole Hotel?

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, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Metropole Hotel.

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. 599 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 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

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

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

No sleep.

Lovely hotel lobby and bar but this hotel has only double beds in all rooms and we had room at front of hotel and got no sleep with the constant noise from late night revellers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old style elegance Electrical hookups contrained
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Megan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor customer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was hard to find as well as the lobby ! The building is undergoing renovations and the lobby is on the first floor - little awkward signage …but clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mel

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cheng

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really fun location and we had a great experience. The hotel was clean and all of the amenities were excellent. The breakfast was also delicious. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel with high ceilings, friendly staff and great food! Getting there and parking were problematic; no parking on-site, but they have an arrangement with a garage five doors down.only problem is there was no indication of this, and the hotel address in GPS had us circling the block and trying to drive down non-existant roads on their website map! An indication of the parking garage address would have saved us over an hour of driving around, calling, and getting confusing information.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a perfect location of buses, the train station, shopping and restaurants. The breakfasts were wonderful and the staff very accommodating. We just loved Lorraine. She is a delight and treated us as family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Mitcham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Expedia
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Undergoing a major remodel so it is not for the handicapped . Stairs just to get the elevator. Remodel should be done by June. Otherwise excellent. Lovely staff, convenient to main shopping area and the train Station
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

tom

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Way over priced in my view considering it’s a tired old hotel in need of a lot of serious updating including the furniture in my opinion. The main front entrance to the hotel is boarded up. They first tried to give us a room that was like a cave! Opened the door to the room to just about total blackness. The view from the room window once we opened it to at least try and get some air (the glass was frosted) was a gross cement wall a few feet across from the window. And water was running down outside the window from somewhere above, and it was loud. Frightening! I’d have left if they hadn’t changed my room. Though they acted like they were doing me a favor switching the room. (Look on the web site and see if there are any rooms showing a blank gross wall just a few feet across from the window. The ad I saw when we booked the room sure didn’t show that. Shame on them.) Breakfast staff was nice once they finally brought us coffee. We would have had coffee in the room, but we were disappointed to find that the pods were only decaf and hot chocolate?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Awkward for parking and drop off. Large stairs to carry luggage and limited room size. Needs some tlc. Reception on 2 floor. No place to drop luggage at front so had to use parking garage and drag luggage up staurs and down the street. For all their inconvenience breakfast should have been included.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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