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Imperial Hotel

4.0 of 5
South Mall, Cork, Ireland
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dublin, ireland
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72 reviews 72 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I stayed here for a night and I really enjoyed the location, it is right in the centre of cork. The hotel is old and has a nice feel to it. Some of the rooms have been refurbished and are very nice and some of them are a little tired looking. The reception staff were very good and pleasant. The... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The hotel is convenient to many attractions. Lobby and coffee shop have a nice appearance. The staff at breakfast tends to rush....clearing your plate almost before you have finished your meal!, The rest of the hotel is tired and shows a lot of wear! Carpeting has snags in it. Pieces of large furniture randomly placed in the halls that serves... More

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Cork, Ireland
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Last weekend I celebrated my 40th Birthday in the Imperial Hotel Cork. We had the dinner party in the Le Duchesse Suite. It was all organised by the wonderful Lorna the banqueting manager. The room was exquisite with welcoming fireplaces and soft lighting giving it a cosy atmosphere. We had our own great staff for the night…Thanks to David and... More

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Ireland
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

1 night getaway , concierge found us free parking on the street , nice quiet room as requested - literally two minutes walk from pubs restaurants and clubs. Great bar behind the hotel - crane lane . Would return!

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Waterford, Waterford, Ireland
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We were here two years ago and wouldn't, then, have raved about the stay, but thoroughly appreciated the location. This time, the standard, in terms of customer service and general atmosphere was hugely improved and we had a thoroughly pleasant experience. There is no getting away from the fact that The Imperial is a long-established very well used hotel showing... More

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Cork
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13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Got married in the hotel on 1st Feb this year, could not fault the hotel in any way. Food was amazing. Service , fantastic. So many staff members went over and beyond what you would expect, Jim and Linda , thank you both for all the help you provided from first contact, to the day after, we are both very... More

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ImperialCork, General Manager at Imperial Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for your anniversary dinner. regards Joe Kennedy General Manager More

LIMERICK
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22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Again an excellent stay at this hotel. Excellent location for shopping .Staff are so friendly and h the elpfull with any query . Recent reviews have stated that the hotel is dated ........ no way this is the character of this hotel . Would highly recommend it to anyone

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ImperialCork, General Manager at Imperial Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Imperial Hotel in the near future. regards Joe Kennedy General Manager More

Seattle, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

This is probably the best located hotel in Cork and even in the worst room, you'll likely be very comfortable. The front part of the hotel has the nicer rooms, even the hallways look nicer, but I was in one of the more basic rooms, at the back, on the first floor, and though there was a bit of street... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

The night we stayed in this city centre hotel it was very busy. We first had to park outside on the main street to go in and get a ticket from someone for the hotel car park which is around the block from the hotel (5 mins walking) the car park was very tight going in, also the spaces were... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Walk in the front of this truly welcoming hotel -an old hotel but they have it all-we were a group of 13 just in Cork for a break. We were made feel so welcome nothing too much for the staff to do for you. Concierge staff were really efficient -a special mention for Donald whom we had most dealings with... More

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Additional Information about Imperial Hotel

Also Known As:
Imperial Hotel With Escape Salon
Imperial Hotel Cork
Address: South Mall, Cork, Ireland
Region: Ireland > Province of Munster > County Cork > Cork
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Romantic Hotels in Cork
#10 Luxury Hotels in Cork
#12 Business Hotels in Cork
#14 Family Hotels in Cork
Price range (per night): RM386 - 700
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Imperial and Escape Salon and Spa is a magical hotel that blends the warmth and intimacy of times past with the style and luxury of a contemporary hotel. Its design merges the traditional and the contemporary to create an environment with a unique warm and welcoming personality. Recently refurbished the Imperial Hotel has 130 beautifully appointed rooms, new executive suites and rooftop penthouse suite. Escape Salon and Spa offers the perfect fusion of natural and holistic treatments in the most luxurious of settings. Irelands 1st Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa. ... more   less 
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