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The River Lee Hotel

4.0 of 5
Western Road, Cork, Ireland
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Ranked #2 of 23 hotels in Cork
4.5 of 5 stars 563 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(18)
  • Executive Lounge(14)
  • Would highly recommend(9)
  • Really nice(8)
  • Hot and cold(6)
  • First nights(6)
  • Great location(5)
  • Staff were friendly(4)
  • Underground car park(3)
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See-Tai-Fan
Melbourne
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

My wife and I paid out first visit to Cork on Saturday night when we stayed at this hotel. We were attracted by the fact that we were lost and this well-lit hotel was easy to see from a distance. It is 5 storeys, reasonably expensive (260 Euros for a room with King sized bed). It is a modern hotel... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012

Dear See-Tai-Fan, Thank you for taking the time to write your review and for your kind comments on the hotel and staff. I would like to assure you that all customer feedback is taken on board and investigated as this can only assist us in improving our service and standards for all our guests and with this in mind I... More

Louise D
Wexford, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

Breakfast was the best I have ever had. Friendly staff who took care of all our needs. Easy access in to the city. Cannot recommend this hotel highly enough. More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012

Dear Louise D, Thank you or taking the time to post your tripadvisor review. I was delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay and thought so highly of our hotel and facilities. I do hope to welcome you back soon to the river lee Hotel. Kind Regards, Ruairi O’Connor General Manager The River Lee Hotel More

Jim1990norma
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

I would like to thank you on behalf of myself and my wife in having A lovely time at the river lee hotel. The attention to detail Your staff have is excellent a real credit to the hotel. The Restaurant was beautiful and befits any fine dining any  Where. When I come back to cork rest assured I will be... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012

Dear Jim1990Norma, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on tripadvisor and indeed for sharing your experience with others. I was delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay and I have passed all your comments and feedback onto my staff and Management team. I Hope to see you back soon at the River Lee Hotel. Kind... More

Little B
devon
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

I travelled as a single woman and stayed there for three nights - everything was perfect, I can't find fault with the hotel. I felt safe and secure, the rooms were quiet and spacious with incredible views across the city, every little detail in the room was well thought out, plenty of plugs for all those gadgets we have, wifi... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Dear Little B, Thank you for taking the time to post your positive review on tripadvisor. I was delighted to read your review and have shared all your feedback with my staff and management. Please be assured that I am also making sure all the front line staff are aware of all tourist attractions in the locality. I do hope... More

ballynattin
Dublin, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

I first stayed in this hotel some years ago and have been using it regularly ever since. It is one of very few hotels where it is difficult to find anything to complain about. From the hot towels at Reception to the complimentary bottle of water at check out this hotel has many thoughtful touches to help make the traveller's... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Dear Ballynattin, Thank you for taking the time to post your review and indeed for sharing your positive experience with others. I was delighted to read your review and see how highly you regarded our staff, rooms and Food.. I have passed all your feedback onto my staff and Management team and I hope we can continue to exceed all... More

Sarahcan1
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

We were down in the river lee for the weekend, and it was an absolute pleasure to stay in. The service is second to none, rooms are lovely, the leisure centre is fab, food is great, location is great. Overall, this was one of the best hotels I've stayed in Ireland, if not the best! Highly recommend it, especially for... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Dear Sarahcan1, Thank you for taking the time to post your tripadvisor review. I was delighted to read you enjoyed your stay and see your kind comments on the hotel. I hope we can continue to exceed all your expectations for future stays. Best Regards, Ruairi O’Connor General Manager The River Lee Hotel More

105AnneB
Dublin, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Last weekend I had the pleasure of staying at the River Lee Hotel with almost 60 ladies from Co. Offaly. Each and every one of the group enjoyed the visit to Cork and especially their stay in the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the breakfast was delicious . The staff were very friendly and courteous and the general... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Dear 105AnneB, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on tripadvisor. I was delighted to read your lovely comments and see how much you and your group enjoyed your time here with us. I have passed all your feedback to my team also and I hope we can see you and the rest of your group back... More

soluta
Swindon
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I chose to stay at the River Lee for an overnight business trip having previously stayed there when it was Jurys Hotel. To be honest it's very difficult to say anything negative about my stay. From the welcome at reception with a hot towel, to the departure when I was offered a complementary bottle of water, my stay was excellent.... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Dear Soluta, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. I was delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay and I have passed all your positive comments on to my staff and Management Team I do hope to welcome you back soon to the River Lee Hotel Kind Regards, Ruairi O’Connor General Manager The River... More

TipperaryGirl82
Tipperary, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

Just back from a lovely night at River Lee Hotel! From start to finish stay was lovely! We were lucky to get the "winter warmer" deal which was an executive room, hot choc on arrival, full Irish in morning all for E135... We opted 4 breakfast in bed which was served to our room for just E5.... Bottle of water... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Dear Tipperarygirl82, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on tripadvisor and indeed for sharing your positive comments with others. I am delighted to read your kind words and I hope we can continue to exceed all your expectations for future stays. I do hope to welcome you back soon. Best Regards, Ruairi O’Connor General Manager More

risteardt
Dublin
Contributor
14 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Went on a package deal I got through my car insurance. 2 nights B&B and 1 evening meal. Ticked all the right boxesl: Friendly, courteous staff; big comfortable rooms & beds; great food at breakfast & dinner, and a nice relaxed vibe overall. Decor is very modern, rooms have speakers in the ceiling, even in the bathroom, and it has... More

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Ruairi O'Connor, General Manager at The River Lee Hotel, responded to this review
27 January 2012

Dear Risteardt, Thank you for taking the time to post your review and indeed for sharing your positive experience with others. I was delighted to read your review and see how highly you regarded our staff and Hotel. I have passed all your feedback onto my staff and Management team. I do hope to welcome you back soon to the... More

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Address: Western Road, Cork, Ireland

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