The Imperial Hotel
76 South Mall, Cork T12 A2YT Ireland
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#6 of 34 hotels in Cork
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Located in the very heart of the city the Imperial Hotel is the most central hotel in Cork. It is in the heart of Cork’s new pedestrianised area and in the main shopping district, restaurants and nightlife. The "Grande Dame" of Cork ambience exudes a historical elegance with contemporary touches and boasts luxurious air conditioned rooms and the tranquil Escape Spa, an oasis of calm in the city centre. The bedrooms styles are elegant featuring state of the art smart TVs, free WiFi, Business Safe, Espresso machines and the Irish brand "Field Day" toiletries. In the Thyme at Seventy Six Restaurant, a high standard of Irish cuisine is created each evening using fresh fish, meat and vegetables from the local English Market. Guests can enjoy a coffee or light lunch in Lafayette's Cafe. Quirky, smart, Rus in Urbe, serving contemporary local food for breakfast and lunch, Sketch transforms into a vibrant cocktail bar serving sharing platters every evening. 'The lunch is served in Sketch daily with a contemporary food . At the award winning Escape spa, guests can indulge in treatments including an aqua body polish, signature facials and Aveda or Voya massages. There is no onsite car parking but a it is available for an additional fee in a private car park located a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Evening entertainment
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Car hire
Wifi
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business centre
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Salon
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Fireplace
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Bathrobes
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
City view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Classic
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Polish
Location
100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
206Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
89Attractionswithin 0.5 km
Contact
76 South Mall, Cork T12 A2YT Ireland
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I can only complement the Imperial Hotel in Cork, staff were so friendly and efficient, the Concierge was one of the nicest people I have ever met, food was fabulous, and nothing was too much trouble, will definitely be back, thank you
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Staff, food, wine and surroundings were all fantastic. From once we landed to when we left the staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was presented really well and there was a lovely atmosphere
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We stayed here for a night for the jazz festival. The atmosphere is electric! Music playing all over the place and a hive of activity. The staff were so pleasant and helpful. The hotel is in an ideal location. The room decor was really modern and funky but our room was very small. It also looked into maybe a generator or something and the noise of it was loud and kept us (well me) awake. Could hear noise from early on in the morning also. If we had a different room I’m sure I’d be more positive. Overall though I still enjoyed our stay and would stay again albeit in a different room!!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The hallway /stairs to our room was very steep, so careful if in heels!!
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Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Table service breakfast with excellent food. Location perfect. In quiet area, but just around the corner from great restaurants, shops, etc. Very close to famed English Market
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The whole experience of a few days staying at the Imperial Hotel Cork was so uplifting that it will stay with us for ever..From the reception ,to the room, to the restaurant and to the excellent staff..
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 3 days ago
Dear tearmann Thank you for taking the time to review The Imperial Hotel. Our fantastic team thrive on giving our guests a wonderful experience and creating amazing memories so will be especially thrilled to hear you describe your stay as so uplifting it will stay with you forever! We very much look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards Bastien
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Excellent stay, always felt there was someone available to help without being overbearing. Each element of the stay was at a high quality, meeting room, lunch, breakfast, etc. Historically significant building and prime location.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 3 days ago
Dear 452bobbyg Thank you for taking the time to review the Imperial Hotel. I am very lucky to have a brilliant team working with me at our historic hotel, and so I am delighted that their exquisite service has been mentioned. We are indeed fortunate to be located in the heart of Cork with everything right on the doorstep. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best Regards Bastien
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We had very enjoyable 2 night stay once again In The Imperial. We had dinner which was superb. Breakfast each morning was cooked to order, everything was fresh and served beautifully. The staff at check in & check out were friendly, efficient and accommodating especially Suzie. The dining room & bar staff were also excellent. The rooms were warm, comfortable & tastefully decorated. Keep up the good work, we will be booking again
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 3 days ago
Dear PaulineCoolbrook Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review of the Imperial Hotel. Our Executive Head Chef will be so happy to hear how much you enjoyed our beautiful breakfast and a lovely dinner. The Imperial Family take huge pride in providing the friendliest service possible so will be delighted to hear your comments. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards Bastien
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This is a great hotel, fantastic location and amazing staff. I would Highly recommend this hotel. The staff were very attentive and friendly. Breakfast was lovely. The room was spotless. The rate we got was great value. I’ll be returning here on the next visit to Cork.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Parking is off site but only a short walk away. Luggage can be dropped to the hotel before...
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 3 days ago
Dera onaghog Thank you so much for taking the time to review the Imperial Hotel. We are indeed very lucky that our 200 year old hotel is located right in the heart of Cork City with attractions such as the English Market right on our doorstep. I am delighted to hear how much you enjoyed our delicious breakfast of home baked treats and locally sourced ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards Bastien
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From the moment we walked through the doors of this hotel and met Christy and everyone else, it was the most fantastic experience. Cannot praise this hotel team enough. Food was delicious, dinner, breakfast and lunch! Every single staff member were fab. Thank you so much and I hope to return again
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 3 days ago
Dear Bern1968 Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of the Imperial Hotel. The Imperial Family take huge pride in providing the best and friendliest service possible so will be delighted to hear your comments. Our chefs will be thrilled to hear how much you appreciated our delicious, locally sourced and homemade food. We very much look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards Bastien
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A must visit if you are visiting Cork City. Amazing location in the centre. Excellent selection of food, with very attentive staff. Reception staff could not be more helpful and thoughtful. Beds were so comfortable and rooms are spacious for a city centre hotel.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Bastien Peyraud, General Manager at The Imperial Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Go772151 Thank you for taking the time to review The Imperial Hotel. I am delighted to hear you enjoyed our delicious selection of locally sourced food. Our wonderful team delight in providing the best service and care so will be so happy to hear your comments. We are fortunate that our historic hotel is located right in the heart of Cork city centre. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards Bastien
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PRICE RANGE
US$153 - US$259 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
imperial hotel with escape salon, imperial hotel cork
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty CorkCorkCentre
NUMBER OF ROOMS
60
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Imperial Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Imperial Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Nano Nagle Place (0.4 km), Ceili by the Lee (0.2 km), and St. Peter and Paul's Church (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Imperial Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Imperial Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at The Imperial Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Imperial Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Imperial Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Elbow Lane Brew and Smokehouse, Strasbourg Goose Restaurant, and Market Lane.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Imperial Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.
Is The Imperial Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Cork.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Imperial Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Imperial Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Imperial Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Polish.