Located close to Cork Opera House and English Market, The Metropole Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car hire on-site and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Regional cuisine. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Victorian Quarter, a neighbourhood in Cork, The Metropole Hotel is near a train station. Cork City Gaol and Blarney Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit English Market. Enjoy an event or a match at Pairc Ui Chaoimh, and consider making time for Titanic Trail—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cork travel guide
MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
What's nearby
St. Patrick's Bridge
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cork Opera House
6 min walk - 0.6 km
English Market
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Everyman Palace Theatre
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cork City Hall
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Cork Kent Station
8 min walk
Cork Airport (ORK)
8 min drive
Restaurants
The Pantry
4 min walk
Gallagher's
2 min walk
Le Chateau
7 min walk
The Farmgate Cafe
9 min walk
Starbucks
7 min walk
About this property
The Metropole Hotel
Upscale hotel near Cork Opera House
Located close to English Market and University College Cork, The Metropole Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car hire on-site and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Regional cuisine. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and multilingual staff
Concierge services, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and wedding services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Covered parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Met Bar
Riverview Restaurant
The Bistro
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business centre
Conference centre
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
5 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1897
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: EUR 50 per day
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 per person
Covered self-parking fee: EUR 12.00 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Property class
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Metropole Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Metropole Hotel?
As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropole Hotel on 30 Aug 2026 start from ₹18,336, excluding 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.
How much is parking at The Metropole Hotel?
Self-parking is available for EUR 12.00 per night.
What time is check-in at The Metropole Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Metropole Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Metropole Hotel located?
Located in Victorian Quarter, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cork Opera House and English Market. University College Cork and Cork City Gaol are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cork Kent Station is 8 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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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