Surrounded by 9 acres of gardens, this hotel gives Cork visitors a peaceful refuge only 15 minutes away from the airport and city centre. The 126 rooms showcase urban or ocean-inspired décor and amenities like Free high-speed, wireless Internet and flat-screen televisions. Sample gourmet dishes crafted from the freshest meat, fish and produce at The Island Grillroom, and have a cocktail or a savoury snack at the Banks Bar. Head Chef James Rendell was crowned Best Chef in Munster in the Good Food Eating Guide. The hotel also provides Cork guests with thoughtful features like complimentary car parking and children’s services such as babysitting and an outdoor play area. Rejuvenate at the Retreat Spa & Fitness Centre with 9 private treatment rooms, a relaxation suite, a hydrotherapy pool and a state-of-the-art gymnasium. Those hosting conferences, weddings or other important events will be thrilled by the meeting facilities at this Little Island, Cork hotel, including a spacious ballroom and the beautiful historic Ditchley House.

• Winner of multiple awards, including Cork Conference Centre of the Year, Lucinda O’Sullivan’s Best Restaurant of the Year, Green Hospitality Award Ireland – Gold Level, Best Cork Wedding Venue and Cork Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year
• Approximately 15 minutes away from the airport and Cork city centre and about 20 minutes away from Blarney Castle, home of the famous Blarney Stone
• 126 rooms decorated in vibrant colours with amenities like coffee and tea provisions, flat-screen televisions, Free high-speed, wireless Internet, and 24-hour room service
• Fresh gourmet dishes at The Island Grillroom
• Drinks, snacks and light meals at Banks Bar
• Family-friendly touches like a kid’s menu, board game and DVD rental, an outdoor play area and babysitting services
• Retreat Spa & Fitness Centre with 9 treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and gymnasium
• Impressive event facilities including 9 meeting rooms in the Victorian style Ditchley House and a ballroom capable of accommodating 450 people
• Pets not allowed