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The Imperial Hotel vs The Kingsley
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Imperial Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to The Kingsley. Imperial Hotel comes in at 80 with approval from 3 sources such as Fodor's, Star Service and Lonely Planet.
The Imperial Hotel
Fodor's
Star Service
Lonely Planet
76 South Mall, Cork
From $118 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
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."
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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."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Fast approaching her bicentenary, the Imperial knows how to age gracefully."
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The Kingsley
Oyster
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Victoria Cross | Co. Cork, Cork, Ireland
From $111 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"The Kingsley is an elegant four-pearl property with charming views of the River Lee, though it's outside of the city center, which is an eight-minute drive away."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Making the most of its scenic location along the old Lee Baths site, the Kingsley offers top modern luxury on the outskirts of Cork city."
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Fodor's
"A 15-minute walk (or short taxi ride) from the city center, The Kingsley has an idyllic riverside location, overlooking a rowing club on a pretty section of the River Lee and beside the Lee Fields, a big meadow with paths that are popular with joggers"
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