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The Kingsley

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a short walk to University College Cork

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Front of property - evening/night
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Front of property
The Kingsley creates a tranquil haven in central Cork with its full-service spa featuring aromatherapy and massage treatments. Guests can enjoy meals at two distinct restaurants, take a refreshing swim in the indoor pool, or decompress in the sauna after exploring the city.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is AED 722
AED 819 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Victoria Cross, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cork City Gaol - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cork University Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • English Market - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cork Opera House - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Glounthaune Station - 13 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Manor Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Áras Na Mac Léinn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Noodlee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Natural Foods Bakery in the Park - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bean and Leaf - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Kingsley

Upscale hotel near University College Cork
At The Kingsley, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a health club. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body wrap at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch, dinner, and local cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a sauna.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
  • An elevator, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 131 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Springboard

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Kingsley Cork
Kingsley Hotel
Kingsley Hotel Cork
The Kingsley Cork
The Kingsley Hotel
The Kingsley Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kingsley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kingsley?

As of 29 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kingsley on 9 November 2025 start from $223.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kingsley pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Kingsley?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kingsley?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kingsley?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Kingsley located?

Situated in Cork, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cork County Hall and University College Cork. Fitzgerald Park and Cork Public Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Kingsley Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 700 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kingsley had a great location just on the edge of town which made it convenient to get in and out. Beautiful setting adjacent to the river. Very quiet and the staff was so very friendly. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom huge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was courteous and helpful. Outstanding breakfast and complementary parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in beautiful riverside location. Excellent breakfast! Bar/restaurant had lovely food, service & atmosphere. Room was clean & comfy. Outside spa pool with views across river was lovely. Hotel was easy walking to cork town centre around 30mins. We had a lovely stay & would choose this hotel again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and bathroom well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located next to the River Lee. Good bar, good restaurant, good coffee shop. A lot to like.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff, fantastic spa facilities, lovely views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Geralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Not super close to restaurants or the town area by walking but very close to drive
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable but could do with a refresh considering the high cost of rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel! Must check out the outdoor pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

washington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vipin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is excellent hotel enhanced tremendously by the most friendly and attentive staff. The hotel property is very spacious and kept very clean. The food served in the restaurants is very good too. Free access to the pool, sauna and steam room is an added bonus. In short, one doesn’t have to leave the hotel, everything is taken care of in the most luxurious surroundings. Don’t miss this gem of the hotel if you are in Cork.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rande

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent proximity to UCC...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

We had a great stay. service was excellent. could have donbe with another day to enjoy the spa and pool!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Highly recommended, pleasantly surprised
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent staff

The staff was excellent and welcomed me during a challenging time. They were kind, patient and willing to help me. Very grateful for their service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff nice restaurant bar and spa clean rooms very accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two nights in Cork

Lovely hotel - really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel and wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Lovely hotel, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First stay in Cork . Great Hotel . Great friendly helpful staff. Spacious clean comfortable bedrooms . Would definitely stay there again . Lovely breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Hotel is beautifully decorated from the holidays!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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