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The Metropole Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Cork Opera House and English Market, The Metropole Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car rentals on site, and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Regional cuisine. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AED 698
AED 792 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Signature Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Signature Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Signature Double

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Victorian Quarter, a neighborhood in Cork, The Metropole Hotel is near a train station. Cork City Gaol and Blarney Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit English Market. Check out an event or a game at Pairc Ui Chaoimh, and consider making time for Titanic Trail, a top attraction not to be missed. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cork travel guide
Map
MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • A river with a bridge, red brick buildings, and a church steeple.
    St. Patrick's Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a modern glass building, and a green-roofed tower.
    Cork Opera House
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A food market with a deli counter displaying various meats and cheeses.
    English Market
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Everyman Palace Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cork City Hall
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station
    8 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    4 min walk
  • The Pantry
    4 min walk
  • Le Chateau
    7 min walk
  • Gallagher's
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk

About this property

The Metropole Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Cork Opera House
  • Located close to English Market and University College Cork, The Metropole Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car rentals on site, and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Regional cuisine. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and multilingual staff
    • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in the lobby, and wedding services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 108 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 12 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Met Bar
  • Riverview Restaurant
  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1897
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 50 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 12.00 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Metropole Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Metropole Hotel?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropole Hotel on 23 August 2026 start from AED 698, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 12.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Metropole Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Metropole Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Metropole Hotel located?

Located in Victorian Quarter, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cork Opera House and English Market. University College Cork and Cork City Gaol are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cork Kent Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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