The Imperial HotelvsBru Hostel
Imperial Hotel and Bru Hostel are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Imperial Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Bru Hostel. Imperial Hotel scores 80 with endorsements from 3 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Star Service.
The Imperial Hotel
76 South Mall, Cork
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Though she cannot compete in size with the grande-dame hotels of bigger cities, the Imperial, which dates to 1813, plays this role with conviction in Cork society." Full review
Star Service
"In a central city center location on the banks of the River Lee...This urban crossbreed provides excellent meeting space as well as one of the city's better spas." Full review
Frommer's
"This city center hotel is surprisingly affordable for the amenities it offers...the guestrooms are perhaps a little plain by comparison, and the most basic rooms are small" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Fast approaching her bicentenary, the Imperial knows how to age gracefully." Full review
Bru Hostel
57 MacCurtain Street, Cork
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Kitchenette
- Breakfast included
The Telegraph
7.0
"Travellers need look no look further for lively nightlife at this pub-cum-hostel." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This buzzing hostel has its own internet cafe, with free web access for guests, and a fantastic bar, popular with backpackers and locals alike." Full review