Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Cork Opera House

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Property entrance
Indoor pool
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 20.00 per person)
Cafe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
76 South Mall Street, Cork, Cork, T12 A2YT
  • Cork Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • English Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University College Cork
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cork (ORK)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Cork

Located in Cork City Centre, Imperial Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House. This 124-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Cork City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • English Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University College Cork - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 14 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oliver Plunkett - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Padrino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Welcome Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel

Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Cork Opera House
A full-service spa, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Imperial Hotel. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect WiFi and Smart TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Espresso makers, free newspapers, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

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

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 8 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (EUR 0.01 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fitzgerald's
  • Helena's
  • Lafayettes Brasserie

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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

  • 226 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

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)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1813
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 60
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 60

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: EUR 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)

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 cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • 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.
  • 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:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Imperial Cork
Imperial Hotel Cork
Imperial Hotel Cork
Imperial Hotel Hotel
Imperial Hotel Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Imperial Hotel?

Imperial Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Imperial Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Cork City Centre, just steps from Oliver Plunkett Street and Crane Lane Theatre, and within a short walk of St. Patrick's Bridge. You'll also find Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Imperial Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Imperial Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and reflexology.

Does Imperial Hotel include a casino?

No, Imperial Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Imperial Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Imperial Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Does Imperial Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Imperial Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Imperial Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Helena's.

Does Imperial Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Imperial Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Imperial Hotel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Imperial Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Imperial Hotel.

Does Imperial Hotel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Imperial Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 669 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1008 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel looks much better in the pictures than it does in person. The room was a good size, but it felt run-down and not very clean. The bathroom, in particular, was disappointing—there were scuff marks on the tub and stains on the shower walls, and the tub itself was unusually high and hard to get into. It just didn’t feel clean or comfortable. I understand and appreciate the hotel’s historical value, but I personally prefer more modern facilities and updated, cleaner bathrooms. That said, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the attached bar was a cool spot—kudos to them. It wasn’t a terrible stay, but overall the room and bathroom just weren’t for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

richardson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, oldest in Cork with lots of history. Rooms are very clean with plenty of room. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is served till 10.30am but the buffet was sparse when we went down at 10am. Nothing replenished with no cheese & meets at all. Cooked breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna, lawrenceburg

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly. Definitely an older place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, the staff were very helpful and patient. I will definitely be returning for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Sona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in excellent condition
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel in the city center
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building is old with sloping floors, but very cool with a great story and history, the staff was amazing, the cocktail bar with the live jazz band was stunning, the rooms were quaint, but in need of update, the location is great, you can walk everywhere to see shops, tourist stuff, amazing street art, etc. The parking building is a bit of a hike, but you can stop outside to drop off and pick up people and bags. There is a spa pool and sauna, but we were disappointed that it was closed for the weekend and because of the public holiday, as it is used as a selling point on the marketing of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Purcellville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Hotel in a central location to explore Cork. The bar is wonderful as well. I usually don’t eat breakfast in my hotel, but the breakfast at the Imperial was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although we'd booked a month in advance, I felt we were provided with an inferior room. The floor had a noticeable slant towards the bathroom. Yes, it's an older hotel and these things happen, but the hotel wasn't busy (so there were probably better rooms) and you could have shimmed the bed so that it wasn't also tilted. Secondly, the toilet wouldn't flush. Even though we reported this to the front desk, it was never repaired. I had to crank the handle 5 or 6 times to get it to flush. It's 2025 - you can buy very efficient low-flush toilets that both save water and operate effectively. I won't recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Two guys from California

We are having trouble understanding where to park, one of the assistant managers helped us located the parking garage by accompanying us in our car and we making back to the hotel sharing options in the area - quite an above the ordinary service - sorry I do not recall his name - the other service was excellent too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zubaid

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness
Pros: bed was very comfortable and the room spacious. Cons: check in didn’t tell us about the complimentary coffee in the lobby and insisted we move the car right away to the remote car park. There were threadbare towels and the climate control was wonky. Should be much better for price point.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were quoted half the price on Expedia, but when we arrived we were told it would be double what we were quoted and that breakfast was not included, nor was the spa, which was also mentioned in Expedia. Probably this is more a disappointment with Expedia, but just wanted people to know that things are not what they seem. The hotel is beautiful but the room was not great and the floor was so slanted that we had issues walking around the room and our suitcase actually rolled when placed against the one wall! Sensed the impending doom of a collapsed floor ha ha
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025