The Metropole Hotel Cork

Hotels
8.2 (3580 reviews)
Mac Curtain St , Cork , ie

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 10 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3580 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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Friend solo_traveller ie
3
Disappointing for a 4 star
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Shabby hotel for a 4 star. Stained carpets, alo of paint work needed in halkways and bedroom.

Heating on in room. We asked reception 3 seperate times if it could be turned off and eye told 3 times that it would be done. It was not turned off. I couldn't sleep due to suffocating room exec with window open. Very disappointing for what we paid.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Legay couple fr
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple gb
9
Great place to stay with some lovely Cork establishments nearby.
Pros:

Great room, very clean with great facilities. Staff were lovely too, both on reception and at the bar.

Cons:

We got told two different things (previous night to following morning) about the parking, but this was very minor.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Renate extended_group at
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Jaime extended_group gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful property, kept in beautiful condition, amazing staff

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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José María extended_group es
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
B
Brenton solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Location

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
A
Alena family_with_children cz
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Diane couple gb
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
A
andrew solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

From the moment you enter this lovely hotel the all the staff were so friendly and helpful and had a kind work for everyone, fantastic breakfast and car parking beside hotel.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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lucie couple ch
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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GIULIA couple it
2
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple ie
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
D
Deirdre couple ie
8
All good . A little overpriced
Pros:

Friendly approachable staff. Easy going no rush on checking out

Cons:

Could have been cheaper in view of size of room.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Cep solo_traveller ie
4
Pros:

In the centre of town and close to the railway station but that is not enough.

Cons:

It is a 4-star hotel (and priced accordingly). I'm not sure how it is 4-star.. Room was tiny, extremely noisy, and the shower was really poor. A single lift that also seemed to be struggling.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Mathiese couple ie
5
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Sean couple gb
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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william solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

A bit of a pain with 1 small lift for staff and people checking in

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Jane Manifold-Gore solo_traveller ie
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Krysta extended_group us
9
Pros:

The staff was amazing, Edmond at the front door gave us some of the best advice for our little 2 day stay. Very helpful with ideas and transportation! His knowledge alone made the stay great!

Cons:

While the hotel is super cute, the rooms were pretty standard and bland. But they were clean and comfortable and for our couple nights it was sufficient.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee