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Clayton Hotel Cork City

4.0 star property

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Flat-screen TV, pay films
Indoor pool
Exterior
Flat-screen TV, pay films

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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Lapps Quay, Cork, Cork
  • Place, Oliver Plunkett Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double & Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room with Balcony Riverview

Double Room with Balcony Riverview

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive King Room

Executive King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cork

Clayton Hotel Cork City places you in the centre of Cork, steps from Cork City Hall and within a short 5-minute stroll of Oliver Plunkett Street. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .The restaurant, Globe Bar and Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In the area of this 4-property class Cork City Centre hotel, you'll find Blarney Castle.

What's nearby

  • Oliver Plunkett Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cork City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cork Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • English Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 10 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪5 Points Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fitzgerald’s Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Cork City

Clayton Hotel Cork City offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Clayton Hotel Cork City also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 197 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Clayton Hotel Cork City offers 197 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and amenities available on request include in-room massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Globe Bar and Restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Clarion Cork
Clayton Hotel Health Club Cork City
Cork Clarion Hotel
Cork Clarion
Clayton Hotel Health Club
Clayton Health Club Cork City
Clayton Health Club
Clayton Cork City
Clarion Hotel Cork
Clayton Hotel Cork City Cork
Clayton Hotel Cork City Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cork City Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Clayton Hotel Cork City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Cork City on 5 July 2026 start from AU$301, 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.

Is parking available at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Yep, Clayton Hotel Cork City has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Clayton Hotel Cork City?

The closest beach to Clayton Hotel Cork City is Fountainstown Beach (17.3 km).

Does Clayton Hotel Cork City have a pool?

Clayton Hotel Cork City has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Clayton Hotel Cork City features a health club, an indoor pool and a sauna.

What makes Clayton Hotel Cork City a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Clayton Hotel Cork City.

Is Clayton Hotel Cork City family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Clayton Hotel Cork City is a hit with families.

Does Clayton Hotel Cork City serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

No, Clayton Hotel Cork City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Clayton Hotel Cork City?

No, pets are not allowed.

Clayton Hotel Cork City Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Clean hotel and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large clean room with balcony overlooking river
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Room was spotless and staff friendly and professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Room was average, large stain on the carpet, no cold water in the bathroom. Buffet breakfast was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

seamus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with spotless room and great service. There was a large queue at check-in so I was referred to the self service kiosk which was a seamless and extremely efficient alternative. Very impressed!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Hotel in excellent area, room clean, enjoyed drinks in bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Amenities
Very clean and comfortable hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great large room and comfy bed. Friendly, helpful staff and easy online check-in. Car park available under the hotel for a small fee and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the walking district
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were wonderful and very helpful. The location was great for anyone that wants to be able to walk around the city and not have to drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff lovely porridge options
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was in good condition and clean but there was very poor noise proofing. Was kept up by outside noise the first night. But they did move us and the second room was much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellwnt
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with clean, updated rooms. Great location to walk to restaurants or get buses.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel, lovely staff, very close walk to the Main Street - Oliver Plunkett. Would definitely stay here again when heading to Cork.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Really pretty. Lobby smells like a fancy hotel. Staff were all so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Trushna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best Clayton Hotel we have stayed in and we have stayed in a few now. Breakfast 5/5 Room spaciousness 5/5 Staff friendliness 5/5, Emma on reception is outstanding Cleanliness and room cleaning 1/5. This is the only issue with this hotel. Housekeeping is abysmal. Will stay here again though as the rest of the stay was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, convenient, beautiful river view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025