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The Kingsley

4.0 star property
Find a peaceful retreat at The Kingsley: rejuvenating spa treatments, local flavors at restaurants, and a quiet escape by the pool.

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cork is home to The Kingsley. Radio Museum and Cork City Gaol are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit English Market and St. Patrick's Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Firkin Crane or Musgrave Park. Visit our Cork travel guide
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Victoria Cross, Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • University College Cork
    University College Cork
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fitzgerald Park
    Fitzgerald Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cork City Gaol
    Cork City Gaol
    3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
    Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cork County Hall
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station
    20 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apple Coffee Dock
    5 min drive
  • The Manor Bar
    3 min drive
  • Hi Café
    4 min drive
  • Beantown Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Fairbanks
    4 min walk

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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 self 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
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
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/debit 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.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kingsley have a pool?

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

Is The Kingsley pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 15-minute walk of Cork County Hall and University College Cork. Fitzgerald Park and Cork City Gaol are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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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Reviews

The Kingsley Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Henk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Restaurant was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outside hot tub was great, room was spacious & well appointment
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel and very friendly staff. Good restaurant and very enjoyable place to stay. The place is getting a little outdated, but still a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, lovely room. Comfy bed. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with very attentive staff and good food in dining facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff here are superb, with a lovely mix of friendliness and efficiency.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

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
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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
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was excellent, large spacious room & bathroom. The staff, service, food & facilities were all fantastic. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Two night stay

We had a great stay at The Kingsley hotel, would highly recommend, very clean and modern. Comfortable bed and spacious room, good swimming pool nice outdoor pool which is heated! In a good location close to the airport and the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Excellent rooms and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Rande

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent proximity to UCC...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, staff and location. I'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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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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8/10 Good

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property clean and spacious staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with parking under the hotel. The staff was friendly and the accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hotel. The bed is super comfortable. The outdoor pool and spa are lovely. It’s elegant but comfortable - like a home away from home and the staff are excellent. The breakfast is fabulous. Definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view of the river, staff is always great and it's really close to the UCC campus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent…love the river walk and Fishers (hotel bar) is a hidden secret
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024