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The River Lee vs The Metropole Hotel
The River Lee and The Metropole Hotel are both recommended by expert writers. On balance, The River Lee ranks significantly higher than The Metropole Hotel. The River Lee comes in at #3 in Cork with approval from 4 publications such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
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 Metropole Hotel
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
MacCurtain Street,, Cork
From $105 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"You can't miss the...yellow Metropole Hotel (aka the Met) perched on the city centre's northern riverbank. ... Its riverside aspect affords sweeping views from the front rooms."
The Telegraph
7.0
"A landmark hotel built in 1897 with a listed tile pillar frontage, the Metropole retains a traditional atmosphere."
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