Clayton Hotel Cork City

4.0 star property
Hotel in Cork with a health club and a sauna

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Flat-screen TV, pay movies
View from room
Indoor pool
Flat-screen TV, pay movies

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lapps Quay, Cork, Cork
  • Place, St. Patrick's Bridge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double & Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Double Room with Balcony Riverview

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cork

Located in Cork City Centre, Clayton Hotel Cork City is adjacent to Cork City Hall and within a 5-minute walk of Oliver Plunkett Street. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 197 rooms and conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Cork City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Patrick's Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • English Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 10 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Oliver Plunkett - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crane Lane - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Poor Relation - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Cork City

Hotel in Cork with a health club and a sauna
At Clayton Hotel Cork City, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Onsite parking is offered for a fee. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and free newspapers.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Globe Bar and Restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 17 per person

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • 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:

  • 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

Clarion Cork
Clayton Hotel Health Club Cork City
Cork Clarion Hotel
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Clayton Hotel Cork City Cork
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Clayton Hotel Cork City offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Cork City on Jan 4, 2026 start from $144.5, 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 is there to do within easy reach of Clayton Hotel Cork City?

This hotel is situated in Cork City Centre, just steps from Cork City Hall and Custom House, and within a short walk of St. Patrick's Bridge. You'll also find Cork Opera House and English Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 12.

Does Clayton Hotel Cork City feature a casino?

No, Clayton Hotel Cork City doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Clayton Hotel Cork City?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Clayton Hotel Cork City feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Clayton Hotel Cork City serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Globe Bar and Restaurant.

Does Clayton Hotel Cork City allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clayton Hotel Cork City.

Are there connecting rooms at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Clayton Hotel Cork City?

The closest major airport to Clayton Hotel Cork City is Cork Airport (ORK), which is 4.7 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy river or city views.

Clayton Hotel Cork City Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent large room and bathroom, large restaurant and bar (stops serving food at 9 though).... parking next door with an interior link (12 euros a night etc)... property as at the edge of the nightlife and shopping 10-15 minute walk, but clearly an up and coming area - Cork was happening too... A very clean, modern spacious property... We also had the buffet breakfast.. good selection, and finally some fruit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Enjoyed the pool. Highly recommend a balcony room. Staff were friendly and helpful. The bed and pillows were extremly comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Huge thanks to Jonathan and his team for a great evening. The UCC BComm of 85 class really enjoyed. Both service and quality of what we ate and drank was 2nd to none.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

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

Cork review

Staff were very helpful and nice. Room was amazing, best shower! Windows opened. Breakfast was not included, we ate elsewhere. The parking and trying to get there and trying to figure it out was a nightmare. It is downtown, by the river, and traffic was horrible. We found a car park on Google maps, just by chance it was the hotels car park, they stamped your ticket and it was $12 a day. I guess I assumed Cork was a smaller town, not knowing the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to city center but several blocks to get there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lucille

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like the energy efficiency
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent gym. I used the punching bag and lifted weights while staying at the hotel. Staff are super friendly too.
Chocolate Fondant at Hotel
Waterstones Bookstore
Breakfast at Clayton
Quay Coop
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. Facility was clean room was very nice. Unfortunately there were people outside yelling at all hours and with windows open it was annoying. Of course they can’t control that. I actually rebooked for Friday as well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LILIANA

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

Great place and we loved the people from Cork!!

Emma in the front desk was incredible. The room was clean and comfortable, the only thing we should mention is our window was facing a street where all the homeless people were and it was quite frightening as they were screaming most of the time and fighting between each over, we could also never open the window because of this same reason but I guess the hotel has no control over that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better buffet breakfasts with lots of gluten free options. Short walk to a major pedestrian street with lots of pubs, shops, and restaurants. Had a nice swimming pool for swimming laps.
The hotel entrance at night.
Looking across from the hotel at night.
A nearby pub.
Lots of nearby shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shanda

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk-in Shower was beyond gross and flooded out under the toilet. Very unsanitary
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

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

Great location

Due to our plane, we arrived to the hotel very early(9:30am) They held our luggage as we walked around the area. We weren’t able to get into a room until after 13:00. I observed a front desk employee attempt to give our suitcase to another guest from the luggage being held. It took 3 requests to get batteries or a new remote to use the tv. Our room was over the back road so we could hear people yelling most of the night through the windows. Emma at the front desk was wonderful. The breakfast and the restaurant on property were excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with clean, updated rooms. Great location to walk to restaurants or get buses.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cornelius

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Within range of being a solid choice

Location quite good, breakfast was great, staff was great, associated pool & gym is a big plus, no view from our room, just a very nearby office building. But it was impossible to overlook the big wine stain by our bed, or the other stains on the carpet. We mentioned it on checkout and the answer was the carpet will be replaced. (They should probably start with the room(s) where you can’t get into bed without being reminded of someone’s excessive nightcap.) Also the bathroom sink barely drained, we didn’t mention it until checkout because we didn’t want workmen in our room during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, a few details missed however looked after
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room very hot…..there is no air conditioning at all
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025