The Kingsley Hotel

We just stayed in the Kingsley for three nights. It was so fabulous. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Every evening the room was cleaned and we were given chocolates and herbal teas, they were put on the bed for us. The breakfast was lovely with views of the river. The outdoor heated pool was such a treat and everyone was chatting to each other.

We stayed for two nights in the Kingsley Hotel and everything from check in to check out was perfect! There is ample parking both above and below ground, the lobby is beautiful and just outside the hotel is a fabulous fountain, We had food and drinks in Fishers bar and the service and food was excellent, the indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Steam room and outdoor pool were absolutely amazing we spent so much time relaxing in the outdoor pool looking across the River Lee, in the mornings breakfast was perfect and the coffee in the Kingsley hotel was beautiful! The room was spacious and very well laid out which made it feel all the more luxurious. We would happily come back again if I was staying in Cork.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Exceptional Stay – 5 Stars Aren’t Enough! From the moment I arrived at The Kingsley Hotel in Cork, I was blown away by the level of service and hospitality. The staff were absolutely incredible—warm, welcoming, and genuinely eager to make my stay special. I was kindly offered an early check-in at no extra cost, which was such a thoughtful touch after a long journey. On top of that, they also extended my check-out time free of charge—something you rarely experience these days. The location is fantastic—peaceful yet perfectly placed for exploring the city. And if that wasn’t enough, even after I’d checked out, I was invited to continue enjoying the hotel’s stunning pool and spa facilities. That level of generosity and service is truly rare. The Kingsley isn’t just a hotel, it’s an experience. I can’t recommend it highly enough and will absolutely be returning. Thank you to the entire team for making my stay unforgettable!

Spacious and comfortable room with large bathroom with tub and shower, but only one small sink although there would have been space for a double sink. No space around the sink for the toiletries. No minibar in the room. Ample parking on the premises.|Dinner in the Restaurant had been ok but nothing special.|Breakfast buffet however had been absolutely outstanding and in the beautiful location along river Lee.

This is a lovely place to stay! The beds were very comfortable! We also appreciated the A/C in the room. We did not have time for a spa treatment, but felt spa-like with the Rituals brand toiletries, shower AND tub, & robe/slippers in the room. We loved the mocktails in reception. A very special thank you to the stewardess who took the time to show me around the breakfast area concerning my food allergy- she was so nice and professional. 10000/5 stars! ⭐️

Did not stay but used function room and cafe/restaurant area and enjoyed it. Lovely location next to the river Lee. Nice place to relax on a summers day. Good for both business and pleasure. Just on the suburbs of the city but not too far away at the same time, c.20min walk or so.

By far one of the best hotels around. We have stayed multiple times over the years and I can’t fault it . The staff are absolutely superb. They honestly can’t do enough for you!. Management care very much about your stay and experience and it definitely shows. Some of the kindest gestures have been shown to us on some of our stays and it has meant a lot, from sleep teas and robes left on beds because I mentioned I was a light sleeper and didn’t sleep well one night. Every staff member has a lovely warm welcoming smile for you, even if it’s just passing them in a corridor . The food is absolutely outstanding ! I have never received a bad meal. It’s a hotel that is warm and more than welcoming and feels like a home away from home . It is brilliantly run and all staff should be incredibly proud of all their efforts. It doesn’t go unnoticed. So to all the Kingsley staff, thank you very much for always making us welcome and always taking fabulous care of us on our stays. P.s don’t sleep on the cocktails- they are fab!!!! And a massive shout out to Siobhan in the bar- she is an absolute gem!!!

This hotel is outstanding!!! Our room was large and beautiful. The pool, sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub were excellent. The location and view of the River Lee are beautiful and serene! The complimentary breakfast was one of the best we have had! It nice when they serve you and give you more choices!

Nice four star hotel on the river. This was probably the nicest hotel. We stayed at the six hotels we stayed at in Ireland. It's a couple of kilometers from the city center. Definitely had some business travelers and tourists. Breakfast was included with our room. The breakfast was delicious. I had the full Irish breakfast off the buffet, they also had cereal and yogurt, and you could order items off the menu if you like. we as well. Beautiful views of the river from all the restaurants. Free car park on site. Beautiful pool and fitness center. The room itself was nicely appointed, no mini fridge due to a green initiative, but you could request one. Nespresso in the room and tea. Super comfortable bed and pillows. Air conditioned.

Awhile back, pre-COVID, my sister and I took a Brendan tour of Ireland. My sister and I stayed here 1 night while touring Ireland with Brendan Tours. This was my 2nd favorite hotel (after Ashford Castle) while visiting Ireland. The room was spacious, modern and beautifully decorated. The ensuite bath was lovely too, really enjoyed the double sinks as that helped my sister and I get ready quicker. The location is lovely, right by the river, and we went for a walk by the river which was very nice. All the staff we encountered were very nice and helpful. If I ever have the pleasure to go to Cork again and would love to return to this hotel.

Absolutely loved it. When booking online prior to our trip, I was worried we'd be too far from the downtown hustle of the city. But the pricing seemed to good to pass up. The photos looked beautiful and we went for it. We had a rental car and had no issue finding parking in their lot right in front. Check in was a breeze and it didn't hurt that we had somehow gotten upgraded to a river view room. After staying in an Airbnb for 4 days, I was looking forward to a nice king bed, tub and spa facility. The room was amazing. It was exactly what we needed. The river was peaceful as we watched some people out on kayaks. The spa experience was out of this world. They really do try to have you as relaxed as possible with a waiting room post massage to just chill and veg out. The outdoor infinity pool was also stunning even though it was freezing cold out, I couldn't resist.

Good amenities, but one of the most disgusting hotels that I have ever stayed in. The carpet was covered in stains, the shower had black mold, and the drains backed up easily. Clean it up, and it's easily a nice place - the location on the river is beautiful.

Beautiful hotel. Our room was spacious with a lovely view of the river. The bed was large and comfortable. The bathroom was huge with a separate tub and shower. There was a free car park behind the hotel. We found it was a bit far from the heart of Cork. We had evening cocktails and breakfast there, both were great with views of the river.

Loved it!! The location was perfect on the river. We used the gym--which was amazing!! We also used the sauna and then the outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the river at night. Wish our stay was longer because all of these elements made for a great night's stay!! Would highly recommend!!

What a great hotel for the price!!!! Come stay here if you are in Cork, you won't be sorry. It's comparable to a 3.5-4 star hotel, like a Holiday Inn, Sheraton, even a Double Tree in the States. The bathroom in the room is beautiful and comes with 2 sinks! There's also a downstairs restaurant/bar which was also quite nice as well. Parking is in the basement garage and is free of charge.

the leisure centre is just fantastic and the staff are so nice especially the wonderful katie from kerry

I recently stayed at the Kingsley while working in Cork. The room was very nice and had a really comfortable bed. The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was pretty good. The only drawback to the hotel is the location. There really is nothing near the hotel. You will need to take a taxi or walk about 1.5 miles to get to town for food or shopping. Overall, a very nice hotel.

Terrific location, very nice room, parking, restaurant was amazing! Great food, and service. Would have liked the drinking water either cooled or some ice in our glasses, but all else was very good. Also only patrons booking thru the hotel directly got breakfast included. That seemed short sighted and a bit cheap. We book thru third parties for convenience.

Terrible experience -AGAIN! Had a terrible experience last New Years, and again last week! I Booked it for lunch for the day I bought my wedding dress for myself and family and a few friends. Staff made us feel totally unwelcome very rude and not helpful. It's my own fault as I shouldn't have booked it again but did email the manager free the terrible experience on New Years so thought they may have trained up staff a little better by now-clearly not! Food was fine but staff made it a bad experience, so disappointing! They didn't even notify us they were closing the K Lounge the waitress just and to our table and slapped the bill down saying they were closed. Never even gave us a chance to see if we wanted one more drink etc. I have served for years in Canada and this type of service would NEVER be tolerated. Irish hotels really don't have a clue how to train their staff to serve. We still have a tip, although I was reluctant to but it wasn't a very big one due to the terrible and unwelcoming staff. Considering they are part of "The Fota Collection" they really let down the Fota side.

The hotel was beautiful, the reason I am giving them a three is because of a specific situation. I left my wallet at the Jameson Midleton Distillery the day before but didn't know it was there. So to me it was lost somewhere in Ireland, it was too late to call Jameson to confirm so my boyfriend and I just kept walking up and down the streets hoping it would appear, oh and it was st. Patrick's day too. Finally we give up, night ruined and went to sleep. The next morning we checked out and I called Jameson when they opened and confirmed my wallet was there. When I picked up my wallet they told me they had spoken to the hotel and informed them that they had my wallet. It angered me to know that they had this information and didn't mention it at all, not even during check out. If the reservation had not been under my name I would understand but the reservation was under my name and we even got charged to make the phone call to Jameson too. For the amount of money spent I left very annoyed. Also the first night the my boyfriend and I went to the bar to wait until the restaurant opened. There was no one else at the actual bar and we kept seeing the bartender walk in then go to the back and then in front of us and about 5 minutes past and still no word to us. I asked him if the bar was opened, he gave me a look and rudely said yes. He walked off and upon his return he finally took my boyfriend's order. The room and bathroom were beautiful and the view in the back by the river was also a sight.

I was a member here for 6 months, having joined after a trial membership over Christmas. I thoroughly enjoyed being a member and would whole-heartedly recommend it to anyone. The reception area is very welcoming and the staff on the desk are always friendly. Within a few weeks, many of them knew my name and greeted me by name every time I came in. You get a towel with every visit which is a huge thing for me. Saves on gym bag space and on my laundry! The dressing rooms are clean and well laid out with Sky News to keep you entertained. Lockers have electronic locks and there are some individual changing areas. The showers have adjustable heat and good power. Vanity area with plenty of hairdryers, tissues, cotton wool and buds was very handy. The pool is an 18m one as far as I know and doesn't tend to be too busy. If you're not feeling too energetic you can spend time in the steam room or jacuzzi instead....or everyone's favourite: the outside hot tub! The tub is divine and overlooks the river. Amazing on a wintry day with the steam rising.... I spent most of my time in the gym. The equipment is Technogym and rarely out of order. Good collection of bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, steppers and 2 wave machines. There are plenty of weight machines as well as 2 free weight areas and 2 types of cable machine. I never had to wait for a cardio machine and could always carve out a space for weights. There is a separate Kinesis studio (using special Technogym Kinesis equipment) and this is also good for stretching etc. They run a good range of classes, split between the exercise studio and a separate spinning studio. Well taught, and included in the membership. In summary: I loved this place. I was really sorry to leave a spotless gym with smiling, friendly, knowledgeable staff. I always left the place feeling happier. Will be visiting when I get back! Find more Gyms in cork at http://gyms-in-cork.blogspot.com

This hotel is to die for! So lovely! The service is great! Not that far from the city, huge car park, bus just outside the door and are quite regular! I can't get over this place

The staff is a great group of human beings. I've been stranded here during a snow storm. Some of the staff haven't gone home in days, yet they are still smiling. I can't imagine needing to look after guests when I can't get home to my family. Only minor comments: please fix the music in the gym. Same 5 songs on a loop. Maddening when there isn't much to do other than work out. Also, hotels that cater to international guests should be better equipped to deal with these things.

Fantastic stop on our 10 day tour of Ireland, from the well appointed rooms to the excellent service from the staff. Added bonus of the fabulous spa in the lower levels and this became one of the highlights of our trip. Will definitely rebook on our next trip, highly recommended for any traveler.

I recently spent some time here during a visit back home with hubby. I'd visited the hotel many times before to use the spa. The rooms are well appointed and the bathroom was spacious. Breakfast was very good and reasonably priced. We also ate lunch in the restaurant and that food was also delicious. Very friendly welcome on arrival. Only downsides were that we didn't recieve our wakeup call on the morning of our flight departure and that when we didn't want to sit in the formal restaurant as only 1 of our group of 4 wanted a sandwich, they would not serve it to the bar. The rationale being 'then everyone will want it'. Perhaps a missed opportunity. The spa and thermal suite continue to be a big draw for me. All in all, I would definitely stay here again.

Overall the hotel is excellent. Friendly staff at reception, lovely rooms with high standard interior, comfy bed and a great selection of food for any time of the day, breakfast is very good with selection of hot and cold foods as well as teas and coffee etc. There was free underground parking which is handy and the location is 15 min walk from the city centre, i was very happy with my stay here.

Such a nice hotel! This was my favorite hotel during my trip to Ireland. And parking is easy to get to right below the building. We only stayed here one night...wish we couldve stayed longer!