The Imperial HotelvsEccles Hotel & Spa, Glengarriff
Both Imperial Hotel and Eccles Hotel Glengarriff are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Imperial Hotel ranks significantly higher than Eccles Hotel Glengarriff. Imperial Hotel ranks #19 in Cork with praise from 2 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet.
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
Eccles Hotel & Spa, Glengarriff
Glengarriff Harbour, Glengarriff
From $59/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
The Telegraph
8.0
"This characterful and atmospheric hotel is situated on the waterfront of picturesque Glengarriff village, commanding a marvellous view of Garinish Island, Glengarriff Harbour and Bantry Bay." Full review
Fodor's
"This high-peaked Victorian landmark has peered out over the calm water of Glengarriff's harbor for more than 250 years...the building is surrounded by greenery, making this a peacefully idyllic spot." Full review
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If you want a harbor view, ask when booking, as they are the first to go.
Lonely Planet
"Just east of the centre, this grande dame of West Cork hotels has a long and distinguished history (since 1745), counting the British War Office, Thackeray, George Bernard Shaw and WB Yeats as former guests." Full review