Talbot Hotel Cork

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Independent
8.4 (135 reviews)
Ballincollig, Ballincollig, Cork, 21 , Ballincollig , IE
353-21-4208400

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Sauna
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Great location
Nice amenities
Cons:
Food quality
Service delays in busy times

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
Well-maintained and clean based on multiple reviews.
Service
8.61
Staff were described as lovely and friendly with good responsiveness.
Location
8.65
Great location with easy access to the city, though some mentioned it being far.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with a few exceptions.
Amenities
8.13
Good amenities, with some reports of limited availability (e.g., pool hours).
Value for Money
8.39
Decent value for the price, but some noted issues with breakfast quality.
Food and Beverage
7.64
Food received mixed reviews; some loved it while others found it lacking.
Overall Experience
8.51
Generally a very positive experience with a few noted shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 16:52

Property Description

Luxurious Recreational Amenities
Indulge in our health club, indoor pool, and spa tub for a rejuvenating experience.

Dining Options
Savor delightful meals at Powder Keg Bar or the coffee shop, with 24-hour room service at your disposal.

Business and Event Facilities
Benefit from a business center, express check-out, and 3 event-ready meeting rooms at your convenience.

Experience comfort and convenience at Oriel House Hotel. Book your stay today for a memorable retreat.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ORK

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 135 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 8.61
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 7.64
Overall Experience: 8.51
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Patty • family
10
Pros:

We were surprised to be upgraded to a suite. It was very nice. Food was reasonably priced and we enjoyed it. Very pretty hotel. We recommend it to all.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Indeg
10
Pros:

Clean and comfortable. Lovely staff and excellent seevice

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Robert • partner
10
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing. Great location and clean. Staff were very friendly and quick to assist.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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stephen
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel, very comfortable stay

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Richard John • partner
10
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful! Our room was amazingly spacious, lobby inviting and also spacious. The food/drink hall was very nicely decorated and inviting

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Fiona
10
Pros:

A very comfortable and friendly hotel. Facilities were excellent and rooms were very spacious.

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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philip
6
Pros:

We booked this hotel because it had a pool and whirlpool but we couldn't use them as they closed early on Sunday, also the service in the bar/restaurant was poor as we had to wait on everything, we the found the bed uncomfortable but overall hotel was clean

2025-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • partner
8
Pros:

Reception was lovely. Quiet room & lovely meal.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • friends
10
Pros:

Nice facility with beautiful rooms. It was a very busy weekend with wedding so bar staff was overwhelmed meaning slow service

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Margo • partner
10
Pros:

Delicious breakfast

2025-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Assad
6
Ok hotel poor breakfast
Pros:

Check in was a bit too long - ended main problem is the breakfast was poor for the price and slow service from staff poor choice and quality also

2025-07-30 • via Nuitee
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Mallory • partner
10
Pros:

This was a deluxe stay! The restaurant and bar were great! And the property is lovely! The only downside is that it is quite a drive in to town and we couldn’t really walk anywhere.

2025-07-30 • via Nuitee
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Janice
10
Fantastic staff
Pros:

I rarely write reviews but I wanted to mention the staff at this hotel. They were all so lovely, in all depts - reception, bar, gym and breakfast.
Food was great, room great, nothing negative!

2025-07-29 • via Nuitee
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LYNN • family
10
Pros:

great hotel excellent staff

2025-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Mark
6
Very average hotel
Pros:

I had booked a single room with a double bed, got a family room with two singles and a double. Shower head at tap level and no shower curtain. Not good if you’re 6foot.
Restaurant staff very good food not great.

2025-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Patricia
8
Pros:

Only stayed one night. Didn’t have any meals there or used the pool. Receptionist was really nice and told us everything we needed to know . Room was good. Easy to get bus from nearby stop in to Cork City and back.

2025-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Rhona
10
Great hotel
Pros:

The room was beautiful, reception was being upgraded but the hotel overall is really nice. We be complaint would be the duvet was far too warm for summer.

2025-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Josette
10
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse et tranquille. Bien mangé au bistrot de l’hôtel.

2025-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Tyrone
8
Pros:

Nice clean hotel comfortable room

2025-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Donald
10
Pros:

Everything was excellent

2025-06-27 • via Nuitee