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Luxurious & Timeless Landmark
Welcome To
The Imperial Hotel Cork
The luxurious Imperial Hotel is a timeless landmark in the heart of Cork City. Our boutique Cork hotel enjoys an unrivalled setting in the centre of the pedestrianised zone in Cork City. The world famous English Market and the bustling main shopping districts of Patrick Street and Oliver Plunkett Street are all right on our doorstep.
Why we are different
Experiences that linger, Often forever.
Helena’s Restaurant
Fitzgerald’s Bar
Afternoon Tea
The Michael Collins Suite
Frederick Douglass Lounge
Escape Spa
Private Dining & Events
Elemis at Escape Spa
Special Offers
Cork Hotel Deals & Offers
Flights Of Fancy
Celebrate Valentine’s with our Flights of Fancy: overnight stay, breakfast in Helena’s, a Moët/Jameson/Redbreast drink flight, rose petals & chocolates, plus the romantic ambience of Fitzgerald’s Bar.
A Night at The Imperial
B&B, Dinner & Cocktails
Escape the ordinary with A Night at The Imperial: a three-course dinner at Helena’s, two cocktails at Fitzgerald’s, an overnight stay, and breakfast to complete your perfect getaway.
An Escape to The Imperial
2 night stay, Breakfast, Dinner and Cocktails
Make it last with Two Nights at The Imperial: enjoy dinner at Helena’s, cocktails at Fitzgerald’s, luxurious overnights, and breakfast each morning for the ultimate indulgent escape
Stay, Spa & Sip
B&B, Spa Treatments & Cocktails
Enjoy an overnight stay with breakfast, indulgent Escape Spa treatments & a crafted cocktail in Fitzgerald’s Bar for the ultimate retreat in the heart of Cork City
Bed & Breakfast
Overnight Stay and Breakfast
Relax in the heart of Cork City with an overnight stay at The Imperial Hotel. Wake up to a delicious breakfast, setting the perfect start to your day of comfort, style, and warm hospitality
Advanced Purchase – 15% Off
Bed & Breakfast
Plan ahead and save! Enjoy 15% off your stay when you book early and pay now. Non-refundable offer.
A history of the hotel &
Our Many Distinguished Guests
The Committee of Merchants of Cork commissioned young Cork architect, Thomas Deane, to design and build the Commercial Rooms on the South Mall. The dignified façade of Deane’s building stands virtually unchanged today and forms the front portion and main entrance of the Imperial Hotel.
Destination
The Imperial Hotel Location
Cork International Airport:
The Imperial Hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Cork International Airport.
You can take the 225 bus to the South Mall or rent a car in the arrivals hall.
Dublin International Airport:
The Imperial Hotel is just a 2hour 30 minute drive from Dublin International Airport. You can take the 600 bus to the city centre or rent a car in the arrivals hall.
Shannon International Airport:
Shannon International Airport is just a 1hour 50 minute drive from the Imperial Hotel. You can take the 51 bus to Cork City centre or rent a car in the arrivals hall.
You can travel by ferry from the UK to Rosslare or Dublin.
Rosslare Port
Rosslare is a 2hour 45 minute drive from Cork City Centre
Direction from Rosslare
Dublin Port
Dublin Port is a 2hour 30 minute drive from Cork City Centre
Directions from Dublin
Kent Station is an Iarnród Éireann railway station in Cork.
Located approx 15-minute walk, 10-minute cycle or a 5 min drive. from the Imperial Hotel
Directions from Kent Station