Address: South Mall, Cork, Ireland
Average guest rating: 8 with 55 reviews![]()

Nestled amongst the charm and magic of Cork City is one of Cork’s most exclusive properties. The newly redesigned Imperial Hotel with Escape Salon and Spa is a magical hotel that merges the traditional and the contemporary to create an environment with a warm and welcoming personality. The Imperial is ideally located in the premier shopping and commercial district of the city, near Cork’s finest restaurants and pubs, an ideal base for a short weekend city break, or as focal point from where to tour the scenic South West of Ireland. The Imperial Hotel remains one of Corks favourite social and business meeting places, a home away from home for a business traveller, a haven from the hustle and bustle of busy life for those seeking relaxation and a favourite spot for Corkonians to meet for a coffee and lunch on weekends. Also, the introduction of Ireland’s first Lifestyle Salon and Spa gives a new dimension to the hotel. Escape, Ireland’s first Aveda Lifestyle Salon and Spa is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city
Luggage Storage, Safety Deposit Box, Elevator, Non-smoking Rooms, 24-hour Front Desk, Bar, Restaurant
Jacuzzi, Massage, Spa & Wellness Centre, Sauna
Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Wi-Fi / Wireless LAN, Fax/Photocopying, Currency Exchange, Internet Services, Bridal Suite, Ironing Service, Barber/Beauty Shop, Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Babysitting/Child Services, Business Centre, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service
The hotel's South's Bar is enjoyed by both locals and visitors to the city, from early morning to late at night. Escape into a quiet alcove mid-morning to plan your day ahead, or return in the evening for a sociable, entertaining night. The Pembroke Restaurant offers fine dining in beautiful, spacious, elegant surroundings. Seasonal and innovative menus blend Irish and Mediterranean cuisine. Located on the doorstep to Cork's finest fish and meat markets, our chefs prepare each meal with the freshest local produce. Reflect, de-stress, and rebalance at our oasis of relaxation and revitalisation in the heart of Cork City, where we embrace Aveda's philosophy of health, beauty and well being. At the Escape Spa & Salon, we aim to achieve a unique and customised experience for each guest based on their lifestyle and personality. Our therapists are highly trained in Aveda spa treatments and our Vitality Suite will dispel all tension and stress with its tropical, rain and mist showers, our Aroma and Salt Grottos, and our unique Evian Hydrotherapy Pool. Our Relaxation Suite, with soft music and muted lighting, will restore your inner peace. Our Hair Salon stylists will ensure that your outer peace is rebalanced, so you can manage your busy lifestyle once again with confidence.
The Pembroke Restaurant at the Imperial hotel nestled in the heart of Cork City makes for an unforgettable dining experience in superb surroundings. The emphasis at The Pembroke is on top quality seasonal local produce, simply prepared with care and passion from local fresh ingredients, to create the best in modern Irish dishes with a Mediterranean influence. The Pembroke lunch and dinner Menus currently feature an array of meats, fowl, pasta and vegetarian dishes as well as an exciting list of daily specials designed to tempt all taste buds. The daily specials and menu rotation allow for an exciting and varied gastronomic experience.
Continental breakfast is not included and costs EUR 10.50 per person. Full English breakfast is not included and costs EUR 14.50 per person. Buffet breakfast is not included and costs EUR 10.50 per person.
No deposit will be charged.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs EUR 6.00 per day.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Book online or call our reservation hotline. Monday-Friday from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm (CET – Central European Time).
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