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The Imperial Hotel vs Bru Hostel

Imperial Hotel and Bru Hostel are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Imperial Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Bru Hostel. Imperial Hotel scores 80 with endorsements from 3 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Star Service.

The Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel
8 / 10
76 South Mall, Cork
From $118 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Though she cannot compete in size with the grande-dame hotels of bigger cities, the Imperial, which dates to 1813, plays this role with conviction in Cork society." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In a central city center location on the banks of the River Lee...This urban crossbreed provides excellent meeting space as well as one of the city's better spas." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Fast approaching her bicentenary, the Imperial knows how to age gracefully." Full review
Bru Hostel
Bru Hostel
7 / 10
57 MacCurtain Street, Cork
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
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The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"Travellers need look no look further for lively nightlife at this pub-cum-hostel." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This buzzing hostel has its own internet cafe, with free web access for guests, and a fantastic bar, popular with backpackers and locals alike." Full review