The Montenotte Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (140 reviews)
Middle Glanmire Road, Montenotte, Cork, Cork , Cork , IE

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Steam room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Excellent food
Cons:
Confusing layout
Inaccessible for some guests
Variable service quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness, but also noted a slightly run-down appearance.
Service
8.8
Most reviews praised the staff as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
8.94
Several reviews highlighted the great views and convenient location.
Room Quality
8.29
General comfort in the rooms was noted, but one review mentioned small size and average quality.
Amenities
8.62
Amenities were mentioned positively, but some found the layout confusing for navigation.
Value for Money
8.18
Expectations around value were mixed, with some feeling it could be better for the rating.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Food quality received high praise, specifically mentioning excellent breakfast and dining experiences.
Overall Experience
8.7
The overall sentiment was positive, with many expressing the desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:52

Property Description

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and luxury at The Montenotte Hotel in Cork, where exceptional service meets stunning views.

Indulgent Spa Services
Unwind at our full-service spa, offering rejuvenating body treatments and revitalizing facials, ensuring a refreshing escape from the everyday.

Recreational Amenities
Enjoy our health club, indoor pool, and hot tub – perfect for a day of relaxation or a refreshing workout to keep you energized.

Culinary Delights
Savor delicious meals at Panorama Bistro, featuring a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service. Start your day with our buffet breakfast, available daily.

Elevate your stay at The Montenotte Hotel – book your unforgettable experience today!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ORK

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 140 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 8.7
J
Jo
10
Pros:

Fabulous stay here in a 2 bedroom apartment.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
C
Ciaran
10
Pros:

Lovely room and a great location in the city, breakfast was expensive but very nice and worth the money

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
A
Aaron
8
Consider some easier access points.
Pros:

Property is nice with a great view. Biggest issues were that our room was up a set of stairs ,across a short hall, and down more stairs. There were no multiple lower level doors that could have been made 2 way access doors to make this much easier, but they all only had handles on the inside. Our room window didn't fully close, so we could hear all the people at the bar and in the courtyard. Fortunately, we were very tired and this didn't keep us awake long.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
S
Salama
10
Pros:

One of a kind. Worth it.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
N
Nan partner
10
Pros:

A wonderful hotel, beautiful, stylish with kind & curteous staff.
Very comfortable bedroom,clean & spacious.
We enjoyed the pool & jacuzzi too.
The dining room is spectacular, fabulous food in the evening & lovely breakfast too.
We will definitely stay again.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
C
clifford
8
Pros:

Luxury ambiance, dedicated staff, difficult for infirm person. Floor plan confusing.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
E
Errol J
10
Great place!
Pros:

Very nice place. The atmosphere, the food, the bars, and the staff.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
M
Mark partner
10
Pros:

A great view over Cork. The cocktails in the beautiful Glasshouse were first class, followed by a meal in The Panorama restaurant. The staff are lovely and the accommodation is perfect. A great place to unwind and feel welcome.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
D
David partner
10
Pros:

Great hotel. We really enjoyed our visit

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
I
Inge partner
8
Pros:

Not very accessible due to signage and the property stretching over several buildings; very confusing to find my room again and the pool. All the surfaces and light shades were black which doesn’t help for someone with reduced sight. No usb charging points in the room.
Room very comfortable with a bit of a view over Cork. Staff helpful and polite. Expected a little more for 5 star status but ok overall with somewhat old fashioned.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
K
Karen
8
Plenty nice, but not wowed
Pros:

Honestly expected a bit more from a 4-star hotel. The facilities were great and the views exceptional, but service was spotty and the room amenities average.

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
K
Ken
10
Pros:

The glass house was lovely
The movie was fun
The hotel is so clean
The staff was awesome

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
E
Edith family
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel above Cork. The grounds were lovely. The bed was comfortable. Their food was excellent. Great breakfast buffet!
The roads getting there were a bit scary. Very narrow!

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
M
marlo partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful! Great place!

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
I
Ian
10
Pros:

Fantastic cocktail bar and restaurant with views over the city.

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
D
Daniel
10
Pros:

Great location

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
S
Samantha friends
10
Pros:

When we walked into the doors, we were greeted by a very friendly gentleman who took our luggage while we checked in. I had the most amazing drink in the glass house in the vibes were just perfect.

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
T
Tenzin family
10
Pros:

Best hotel of our Ireland trip! Incredible views and an easy walk to the city center. The breakfast was delicious and the location can’t be beaten. Highly recommend!

2025-08-09 via Nuitee
J
jacob
10
Pros:

This property was one of the best we have stayed at when visiting the UK or Ireland. The rooms were nice and the property was excellent. The staff was so accommodating and helpful. Lived that you had access to the athletic club and dinner T the restaurant was too notch. Highly recommend eating there at least once. Close to the train station to go to Cobh. All in all it was a wonderful trip.

2025-08-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
A bit disappointing.
Pros:

My expectations were a bit higher for an SLH and Hilton Property. In full transparency, we booked directly annd other family members booked on Expedia. Unfortunately, the check-in process didn’t acknowledge the status of Hilton for the room, free breakfast, or the discounted dining associated with Hilton. We were charged full price and none of the perks were offered/accepted.

To top it off, the hotel is a bit run down with musty rooms, likely due to the humidity from the showers. The bathrooms were nice and the shower pressure was good. But the room itself was very small and the bed/pillows were mediocre at best. The wait staff were nice and attentive. The breakfast buffet was decent and they offered an ala carte menu on top of the full breakfast buffet at no additional cost. The view from the back deck was great but that really was the highlight of the MonteNotte.

2025-07-30 via Nuitee