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The River Lee vs The Imperial Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, The River Lee ranks significantly better than Imperial Hotel. The River Lee comes in at #3 in Cork with endorsements from 4 reviewers like Star Service, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
The River Lee
Oyster
Star Service
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Western Road, Cork
From $131 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"The 182-room River Lee is one of the top luxury hotels in Cork, and is part of the upscale Doyle Collection mini-chain."
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Star Service
"This six-story corner property on the banks of the Lee looks better than ever thanks to constant attention and renovation work."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"An oasis of tranquillity in Cork’s historical city centre."
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Frommer's
"This shiny, modern hotel overlooks the River Lee...guestrooms are quietly chic, with an understated modern style and huge windows that make the most of city views. "
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This modern riverside hotel brings a touch of luxury to the city centre. It has gorgeous public areas .... and a stunning five-storey glass-walled atrium and superb service."
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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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