The Metropole Hotel Cork

Hotels
8.2 (3654 reviews)
Mac Curtain St , Cork , ie

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Cold shower
Room was compact
Price felt high for value

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Some reviews mentioned basic issues like a cold shower and a smell of sewage from the bathroom.
Service
9.13
The staff are very friendly and accommodating, contributing positively to the overall stay.
Location
9.17
Great location in downtown Cork with lots of nearby amenities.
Room Quality
7.62
Reviews pointed out that rooms were compact with some guests mentioning small beds.
Amenities
8.15
Basic amenities are present, but some guests were disappointed with a lack of tea/coffee facilities.
Value for Money
7.11
Some guests felt it was too expensive for the quality received, particularly on weekday stays.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Guests enjoyed the breakfast and room service, though food portions could have been larger.
Overall Experience
8.13
Overall experience was mixed due to issues with the room, but positive service and location helped balance it.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:19

Property Description

Central Location in Cork City Centre
Located in the heart of Cork City Centre, the Metropole Hotel Cork offers easy access to the city’s business district and a variety of shops, boutiques, theatres, and galleries.

Comfortable and Tastefully Decorated Bedrooms
Enjoy a relaxing stay in one of our 98 beautifully decorated bedrooms, each equipped with amenities to ensure a comfortable experience during your visit to Cork.

Scenic Dining at Riverview Restaurant
Indulge in a dining experience at the Riverview Restaurant, situated at the rear of the hotel with stunning views of Cork’s River Lee and city center. Start your day with a delicious a la carte breakfast featuring a wide selection of hot and cold options, or host a private function in this picturesque setting.

Experience the charm of Cork at the Metropole Hotel Cork.

Important information:

When booking for 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

During check-in guests will be asked to provide a valid credit card for pre-authorization.

It is hotel policy to request a credit card pre-authorization from all guests in order to check into the hotel.

This pre-authorization is not a sale on the card but it is merely a hold of the funds which is completed on check out or voided if another method of payment is preferred. Please note third party credit cards will not be accepted.

Please be advised that each room is required to provide a credit card for pre-authorization of their stay and incidentals. Unfortunately, the property is unable to pre-authorize debit cards.

Cash-only payments will not be accepted.

No smoking or vaping is permitted anywhere in the Hotel.

A copy of valid photo ID will also need to be provided.

Guest’s must be over 18 year of age to check into the hotel unless accompanied by a Parent/GuardianPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3654 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.11
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.13
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John couple us
8
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Emmet solo_traveller ie
4
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

200 Euro for a box. Only in Ireland

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller ie
6
Expensive and in need of refurbishment
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The rooms are in serious need of an update. The hair dryer my wife used started emitting smoke and burned out. It looked like Temu quality appliance. The wooden fittings etc are very worn down and it feels like a dingy rental that has been rented out too long without being refurbished. Extremely expensive for what it is

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Cartwright solo_traveller ca
9
Pros:

Clean, friendly staff

Cons:

Liked everything

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Doris solo_traveller ie
8
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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shaun solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Location, friendly staff may go to hotel in Cork.

Cons:

Atmosphere great staff and a nice hotel

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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David extended_group gb
5
Clearly a once great hotel but………
Pros:

The Good
Staff & Amenities: The highlights of the property were the staff—who were consistently helpful and great to deal with—and the lovely lobby and bar area.
Unfortunately, despite the friendly service and nice communal spaces, the severe functional issues in the room mean we won't be returning.

Cons:

We had high expectations for our stay, making our overall experience deeply disappointing.
The Bad
Room Comfort: The room was uncomfortably overheated with no air conditioning provided, and the beds were very poor quality.
Maintenance & Plumbing Issues: The electrics tripped out during our stay, the sink taps didn't work properly, and there was completely no running water in the shower by the morning.
Billing Error: We were incorrectly charged for two breakfasts we never had (though, to be fair, the staff refunded this promptly once flagged).

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Tina solo_traveller ie
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Mary couple ie
6
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Mary solo_traveller ie
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
M
Mary couple ie
7
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Massimo family_with_children it
5
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Ruthie solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

Staff were awesome, breakfast was great with a nice view and well priced

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Susan couple au
7
A very convenient hotel in a big city.
Pros:

The building had wonderful character and the location was excellent for restaurants. Even the hotel restaurant was good..

Cons:

No air-conditioning our room was very hot and we had to request a fan.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Rosaleen couple gb
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Great location. Lovely staff. Great breakfast

Cons:

The noise from the bathrooms was quite loud but it's a very old building with old pipework so to be expected

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Jolene solo_traveller gb
4
Disappointing.
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Room was small, bathroom was not clean. Bath was badly stained. Room overall needs updating.
Ordered breakfast to room in morning and cutlery was forgotten, had to wait for cutlery to come.
Expensive room, definitely for location rather than facilities.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children at
7
Cons:

Es war ziemlich warm im Zimmer und man konnte das Fenster kaum öffnen. Nur einen Spalt weit von ca. 10cm.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Manfred DAH solo_traveller de
8
Pros:

Der Service beim Frühstück ist exzellent.

Cons:

Alles okay

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Audrey solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

Emplacement parfait on peut tout faire à pied. Grande chambre avec toutes les commodités.

Cons:

Manque un parking, il faut se garer au parking public sous terrain, proche à 200 mètres

2026-08-19 via Nuitee