The Kingsley Hotel
The Kingsley Hotel
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On the South Bank of the River Lee in Cork, The Kingsley Hotel features a luxury, organic Spa, a modern health club and an indoor pool. The hotel also provides conference facilities with 8 business suites and one elegant event room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Individually decorated, each luxurious room comes with air conditioning, a TV with satellite channels and tea and coffee-making facilities. There is also a private bathroom with hairdryer, bathtub and shower. Most rooms have stunning views of the river. The hotel features 2 unique restaurants and a classic, stylish bar and guests can enjoy a classic afternoon tea by the river. The Kingsley Hotel is just 305 yards from Cork University and a 15-minute walk from Cork’s city center. Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral is 1.5 miles away, and Frankfield Golf Club is 5.24 miles away. Cork Kent Train Station is just 2.5 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
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SustainabilityThis property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
- Green Hospitality Ecolabel
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Zoei
Ireland
“Beds are excellent, pillows super comfy, great view from room . Large bath with separate shower, double sinks , loads of tea and coffees in the room ,tv had a great selection of channels, options to Chromecast and YouTube available on it . Staff...” - Karin
United States
“Staff was extremely friendly & helpful! Beautiful views of the river! The breakfast was really good! I liked that you could control the temperature of the room easily!” - Ivor
Ireland
“Kingsley hotel exceeded my expectations. Proximity to the city was an advantage. The staff members were helpful. Facilities were clean.” - Frances
Ireland
“There is nothing I can fault. From the beginning to the end of our stay it was perfect” - Lisa
United States
“Beautiful location on the river Cozy bed and pillows Wonderful staff Great room service and food” - Lawrence
United States
“Great hotel, good amenities, convenient to town center” - Hilary
United States
“Amazing!! Front desk and everyone we talked to was so helpful and so nice! The shower drain was broken but still worked just fine, and the main/big window (room 243) seemed a little broken so it was a little noisy but it was still okay and it was...” - Iskak
Indonesia
“Everything is perfect, especially the breakfast. They offer free ala carte. Whereas in other 5 star hotels (sofitel gatwick London, Hilton Dublin) they only have standard breakfast.” - Maureen
United States
“The room was clean and extremely comfortable. Entire facility was very clean and the staff was good. Enjoyed dinner in the restaurants.” - Marc
United States
“Check in was easy, beautiful hotel and room. They offer free bike rental. The breakfast was excellent. The French Toast was the best we have ever had in our lives. Just get the French Toast!!!!!!”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineIrish
Amenities of The Kingsley HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
Bathroom
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car rental
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Suit press
- Iron
- Room service
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – indoor (kids)Free!
- Open all year
- Suitable for kids
Pool 2 – indoorFree!
- Open all year
- Adults only
Spa
- Kids' pool
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
House rulesThe Kingsley Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
The hotel is wheelchair accessible and provides reserved parking spaces at the front of the hotel.
A valid credit or debit card is required upon arrival in order to check in. Please note that the hotel does not accept prepaid credit cards or cash upon arrival. Pre-authorization will be requested to be debited from your credit card upon check in. This is a pre-authorization only. No funds are captured until check out. Should you wish to pay with debit card, full payment is required upon arrival.
The health club opening hours are as follow:
- Monday to Friday: 06:00 until 22:00
- Weekends and Bank Holidays: 08:00 until 20:00
Access to the pool area for children is restricted to 09:00 until 18:00 daily.
Children’s swimming pool times are extended to 19:00 during holiday periods. (Please call the health club for further details).
All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied in the pool by an adult at all times.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.