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HOTEL ISAACS CORK CITY, Cork – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
48 Mac Curtain Street,
Cork,
Ireland,
00000,
County Cork
Rooms & Apartments
Hotel Isaacs Cork offers deluxe and superior rooms, each with high thread-count linens, walk-in showers or slipper baths, and USB ports. The deluxe rooms feature 1920s-inspired decor, while superior rooms include king beds and smart TVs. For longer stays, the hotel provides 2- and 3-bedroom serviced apartments with fully equipped kitchens, living areas, and washing machines. Some rooms overlook the courtyard waterfall or cityscape.
Dining & Drinks
Greenes Restaurant serves breakfast daily, including full Irish and vegetarian options. Dinner features fixed-price menus and 6- or 10-course tasting menus with wine pairings by sommelier Frank Schiltkamp. Cask Bar offers seasonal cocktails with locally sourced ingredients and small plates. A free jar of sweets from Shandon Sweets, a Cork institution since 1929, is provided to guests.
Location & Attractions
The hotel is in Cork’s Victorian Quarter, a 5-minute walk from Kent Train Station and St. Patrick’s Street. Nearby attractions include the English Market, Cork Opera House, and Crawford Gallery. Pairc Ui Chaoimh stadium and the Cork Jazz Festival are easily accessible. Taxis from Cork Airport take 15 minutes, or take Bus 226 to the central bus station.
Services & Sustainability
Daily housekeeping is available for apartments, with options for less frequent service. The hotel emphasizes sustainability, using local suppliers like Skeaghanore Farm and Ballycotton Seafood. Key cards control electricity, and floors are closed during quiet periods to save energy. A heat pump cools rooms via the courtyard waterfall.
Events & Accessibility
The hotel is near venues like the Everyman Theatre and Cork Opera House, ideal for event attendees. Limited parking is available for €6.50/day, with overflow directed to a nearby multi-story lot. Public transport links include Bus #7 to Central Station and the Green Line Tram. Check-out is at 12 PM for rooms, 10:30 AM for apartments.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Laundry
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Washing machine
Free toiletries
Sink
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
48 Mac Curtain Street,
Cork,
Ireland,
00000,
County Cork
Map view
street view
48 Mac Curtain Street,
Cork,
Ireland,
00000,
County Cork
City landmarks
Church
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
3300 ft
Church
Shandon Steeple
2400 ft
Convent Avenue Sunday's Well
Cork City Gaol
1.3
mi
Gallery
Crawford Art Gallery
3200 ft
Museums
Cork Butter Museum
2300 ft
Broadway Theatre
Cork Opera House
2800 ft
Public Building
Cork City Hall
4500 ft
Castle
Elizabeth Fort
5300 ft
Church
Holy Trinity Church
4000 ft
Collins Barracks Old Gate
Collins Barracks Military Museum
4900 ft
Paul St. Cork City
Saints Peter and Paul's Church
3400 ft
CorkIreland
St Patrick Street
3200 ft
Shandon
2300 ft
Douglas Street Douglas Street
Nano Nagle Place
5200 ft
Parks
Fitzgerald Park
1.5
mi
Gallery
Lewis Glucksman Gallery
1.6
mi
Church
St Francis Church
2600 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
National Monument
4500 ft
Triskel Arts Centre
Triskel Arts Centre
4100 ft
Events
Pairc Ui Chaoimh
1.4
mi
Church
The Cathedral of Saint Mary and Saint Anne
3600 ft
Roman Street
The Cathedral of St Mary & St Anne & Visitor Centre
2300 ft
Saint Peters 87A North Main Street
St Peter's Cork
3100 ft
Kilmichael Ambush Monument
4100 ft
Museums
Cork Public Museum
1.5
mi
Gallery
Lavitt's Quay Gallery
4000 ft
University
University College Cork
2.1
mi
Nearby
St Patrick's St
Statue of Father Mathew
700 ft
Church
Grace Christian Church
100 ft
Bridges
St Patrick's Bridge
700 ft
Restaurants
Hillbilly's Family Restaurants
0 ft
47A Maccurtain Street
Lennoxs
0 ft
41 Maccurtain Street
Cafe Spresso
600 ft
26 Mc Curtain Sreet
White Rabbit Bar & BBQ
800 ft
56 Maccurtain Street
Novecento Pizzeria
600 ft
39 Maccurtain Street
Harley's Coffee House
1700 ft
11 Maccurtain Street
Four Star Pizza
1700 ft
7 Washington Street West
Paddy Torino's
1700 ft
8 Maccurtain Street
Cork Coffee Roasters Cafe
700 ft
2 Bridge Street
Gloria Jean's
1600 ft
84 Saint Patrick's Street
Crazy Kebab
800 ft
17 Coburg Street
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
86%
enjoyed their stay & would return
great location
friendly staff
uneven breakfast
stair access
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
7.8
Location
8.6
Service
8.5
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 10 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 3503 reviews
Tom
United Kingdom,
May
2024
9.0/10
My stay at the hotel was like a dream come true. The rooms were huge and perfect to stay with friends or for families. The freestanding bath, heated tiles in the bathroom, and very comfortable bed made my stay even more enjoyable. The service was absolutely amazing, from the reception on arrival to the bar staff and night porter - they were all top-notch. The location was excellent, close to the city centre and just a short walk to the nearest pubs and restaurants. The dining experience was fantastic, and the view of the waterfall from the dining room was a real treat. The facilities were great, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were more like a home away from home, with a freestanding bath, heated tiles in the bathroom, and a very comfortable bed.
Service
9.0
The service was superb from the moment I entered the hotel to when I reached my bedroom. The staff were quick, friendly, considerate, and helpful, making my weekend stay truly memorable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, within walking distance to all of Cork, including the bus and train stations. Being right in the centre of Cork, near numerous pubs and restaurants, made exploring the city incredibly convenient.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great, especially sitting by the big windows looking out on the courtyard with the stunning waterfall view. However, the prices were a bit on the higher side for what was offered.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
David
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is located just outside the main center of Cork, making it convenient for short-term stays and easy walking to all the attractions. The service was professional and attentive, although the property is not suitable for everyone due to the stairs. The traditional Irish music scene at The Corner House is a big draw for fans.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms in the middle of the hotel were of a fine size and maintained to a very high standard. They were comfortable and attractive, equipped with tea/coffee facilities and bathroom toiletries.
Service
8.0
The waitress at the restaurant was very professional and attentive during our dinner, despite the occasional power outages. Laundry service and a welcome drink were provided.
Location
9.0
The hotel is close to the main bus station and within easy walking distance to everything. It's just outside the main center of Cork, ideal for traditional Irish music fans, especially at The Corner House.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast experience was a bit disappointing, with some items not fully cooked and having to ask for basics like toast and juice. However, the traditional fish dishes were enjoyed without any complaints.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers a better room with free breakfast and access to the city center sites of interest. The dining could be improved to match the overall level of service.
great location
uneven breakfast
Fred
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.4/10
The hotel was perfect for us with 2 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, kitchen, and living room/diner. While the room wasn't ready on arrival and breakfast was considered far too expensive, a little bit of maintenance wouldn't hurt the overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were perfect for our needs, offering 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, shower room, and a kitchen and living room/diner.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional. The staff, including the cleaning team, were extremely friendly and helpful. They even went above and beyond to assist with a situation involving items left in the hotel safe, and we were pleasantly surprised with a bottle of Prosecco and an executive suite upgrade overlooking the beautiful waterfall.
Location
7.0
The location was great, just a 5-minute walk into the city center. However, our room was positioned over the noisy wine bar, impacting our quiet enjoyment at night.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience wasn't worth the money, with limited vegan options. Despite that, the seating overlooking the waterfall and the friendly service from Arthur were pleasant surprises.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities need a little tender loving care but were still functional for our stay.
friendly staff
expensive breakfast
John
United States of America,
March
2024
7.6/10
The rooms have obviously had a makeover relatively recently and are very comfortable, but unfortunately face the alley, with a restaurant's trash cans out back. The lack of air circulation made the room extremely hot.
Rooms
8.0
The room was large, spacious, and very comfortable.
Service
7.0
The service was grand right from the top to the bottom, though there was a disappointing experience when trying to change a single bed room to a double.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is perfect, near enough to everything that you could walk to and right next to the main street.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was mundane with limited options, but the fruit was good.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel has outside heaters, blankets, a waterfall, and awesome music, making the setting enjoyable.
Paul
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the main streets in Cork, making it ideal for groups and families. The rooms had most things needed for our stay but were unbearably hot at times. The service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff, including a welcoming reception. The location is perfect, right in the city center, and offers the comforts of home with good facilities. The dining experience had its shortcomings, including a limited breakfast selection, but they accommodated vegetarians. Overall, a convenient choice with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had most things needed for our stay but were unbearably hot at times.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff, including a welcoming reception.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect, right in the city center, and offers the comforts of home with good facilities.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its shortcomings, including a limited breakfast selection, but they accommodated vegetarians.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers good facilities for a comfortable stay.
Convenient location
Hot rooms
Emma
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.0/10
The hotel had beautiful rooms that I could wake up to every morning. The restaurant felt like a 5-star experience. However, the rooms seemed a bit older, around 10 years, and we had noise issues at night that disturbed our sleep despite multiple complaints.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were to a high standard, roomy, and had a smart en suite.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit delayed initially but improved with a room change, complimentary drink at the glamorous cocktail bar, and a generous discount. The rooms were kept clean and fresh regularly.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is a real gem in the inner city, within walking distance to the city center and just across the bridge from the main shopping area with plenty of dining options around.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was average with slow service and a bit poor quality. The price was fair, although the food took too long to arrive.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers laundry services and a welcome drink. The noise from the recycling bins at 6 am was a minor disturbance.
Billy
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.0/10
The hotel was modern, clean, and very comfortable for our two small kids, but the rooms were very hot and not easily cooled off. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist, especially a man wearing a tazmanian tie. The location was central, but our room was quiet. The dining experience was very nice, and the facilities were great.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were hot and not easily cooled off, but they were modern, clean, and very comfortable for our two small kids.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist, especially a man wearing a tazmanian tie.
Location
8.0
The location was central, and our room was quiet, close to some amazing restaurants and pubs.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very nice.
Facilities
The facilities were great.
Evan
United States of America,
July
2023
8.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The 2-bedroom apartment with a kitchenette and living room was very comfortable, offering a large, clean, and cozy space. The courtyard bar was a nice touch, although there was a bit too much noise from the street at times. The proximity to the city center and train station was convenient.
Rooms
8.0
The room was large, clean, and comfortable, providing a nice bathroom. The bar in the courtyard was very handy.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with Pat, the night porter, going above and beyond to assist us. The staff members were amazing - so friendly and professional. Despite some power outages, their hospitality shone through, and even the sound of someone singing as they worked added a lovely touch.
Location
8.0
The location felt sketchy at times, but overall, it was fantastic in every category. Being so close to everything, including two excellent restaurants connected to the hotel, was a huge plus. For Irish traditional music fans, The Corner House nearby is a must-visit spot.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast offered a variety of different items to choose from, complete with a lovely view. The service may have been a bit slow, but the overall dining experience was very satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great, providing everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Ricky
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.6/10
The hotel's courtyard entrance and view of the waterfall from the dining area were lovely. However, the room in the 2-bed apartment faced the front of the building, resulting in early morning traffic noise and noise from bottle bins being emptied. The rooms seemed a bit older, maybe around 10 years.
Rooms
7.0
The courtyard entrance and waterfall view from the dining area were charming, but the room facing the front led to early morning traffic noise.
Service
9.0
The staff rang me to inform about a complimentary bottle of Prosecco and a lovely executive suite upgrade with a view of the beautiful waterfall. They were friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is terrific, with easy access to the city core, bus station, and many pubs. The staff was helpful in suggesting activities and answering questions, making it an ideal spot for exploring Cork City Centre.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a bit underwhelming. While I enjoyed the local cafe for breakfast, the hotel's own dining was not very tasty. The Dutch products were a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, with nice hot water and plenty of space for bags, but there were areas that could be improved.
Great location
Traffic noise
Dean
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.4/10
The hotel location is excellent, close to everything we wanted to see, although the surroundings were a little noisy at night. The service was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to help. The dining options were average, with some room for improvement in quality. The rooms were hot and lacked proper cooling, but they did have useful amenities like a washing machine and dishwasher.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were quite hot and noisy, but they had useful amenities like a washing machine and dishwasher.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to assist us.
Location
8.0
The location was lovely, very central with easy access to various attractions and dining options within walking distance.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, could be improved in terms of quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but nothing exceptional was offered.
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