Located close to Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House, Imperial Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Helena's, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Located in Cork City Centre, a neighborhood in Cork, Imperial Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include Cork City Hall and Blackrock Castle, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Cork Opera House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pairc Ui Chaoimh. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours and other activities like golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Cork travel guide
76 South Mall Street, Cork, Cork, T12 A2YT
What's nearby
St. Patrick's Bridge
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Cork Opera House
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
English Market
6 min walk - 0.4 miles
University College Cork
19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Cork City Hall
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Getting around
Cork Kent Station
14 min walk
Cork Airport (ORK)
11 min drive
Restaurants
Market Lane
3 min walk
The Oliver Plunkett
2 min walk
Fitzgerald’s Bar
1 min walk
The Welcome Inn
3 min walk
The Poor Relation
3 min walk
About this property
Imperial Hotel
Upscale hotel near Cork Opera House
Located close to Cork City Hall and University College Cork, Imperial Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Helena's, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
Other perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and wedding services
Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a porter/bellhop
Massage treatment rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 124 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel?
As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel on Nov 15, 2026 start from $168, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 60 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Imperial Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 60 (subject to availability).
Where is Imperial Hotel located?
Located in Cork City Centre, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House. University College Cork and Fitzgerald Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cork Kent Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Imperial Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Over all very good hotel ! The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel is so beautiful/historical ! And the location is perfect for many excellent restaurants and shopping!! No car needed !
The Imperial is well located - we walked to most of the things we wanted to see. You could take an Uber/taxi but the area traffic is congested and the walks are easy. We found that the Imperial was a great place to stay. We had two breakfasts, one lunch and one dinner (plus we wound each day down in their really neatly decorated and themed bar (Fitzgerald).
The staff was very friendly and helpful and the room was a nice size. We had a triple room and, unfortunately, one of the beds was sunken in on one side making it very uncomfortable. Also, the parking is a few blocks away, so take that into consideration when booking.
Really central location. Loved the traditional feel of the hotel. The staff were all great and the bar lounge was really comfortable with great drinks.