Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City
US$189
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City
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US$189
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City average US$140 in the cheapest month (January) and US$224 in the most expensive month (June), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$140 |
| February | US$149 |
| March | US$162 |
| April | US$174 |
| May | US$207 |
| June | US$224 |
| July | US$189 |
| August | US$190 |
| September | US$196 |
| October | US$189 |
| November | US$155 |
| December | US$157 |
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Most expensive: June (~US$224)
Cheapest: January (~US$140)
About this property
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge)...
Amenities
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at Grain & Grill Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in Irish cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 101 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
With a stay at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork, you'll be centrally located in Cork, steps from Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church. This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cork Opera House and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cork City Hall.
What's nearby
Firkin Crane(0.1 Miles)
Butter Museum(0.1 Miles)
Bells of Shandon(0.1 Miles)
St. Anne's Shandon Church(0.1 Miles)
St. Mary's Dominican Church(0.1 Miles)
Tigh Fili Cultural Centre(0.1 Miles)
Cork Arts Theatre(0.1 Miles)
Murphy's Brewery(0.1 Miles)
City Limits Comedy Club(0.2 Miles)
Crawford Art Gallery(0.2 Miles)
Cork Opera House(0.2 Miles)
Half Moon Theatre(0.2 Miles)
Paul Street(0.3 Miles)
Cork Vision Centre(0.3 Miles)
St. Patrick's Bridge(0.3 Miles)
The preferred airport for Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is Cork Airport (ORK)(5.2 Miles)
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Dry cleaning
Location
John Redmond Street., Shandon, Shandon, Cork, Ireland
Firkin Crane (0.1 Miles)
Butter Museum (0.1 Miles)
Bells of Shandon (0.1 Miles)
St. Anne's Shandon Church (0.1 Miles)
St. Mary's Dominican Church (0.1 Miles)
Tigh Fili Cultural Centre (0.1 Miles)
Room options
4
Double & Single Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Crib(s) (Free)
5
Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Executive Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
234 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Family Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
236 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
Guest reviews of Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City
7.8
Good
Based on 2,291 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
16%
Couple
33%
Family
26%
Group
18%
Solo
4%
What guests think
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At Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City, travellers consistently praise the friendly staff, walkable location, and access to a pool, sauna, and gym, while recurring drawbacks include very limited parking, warm rooms without air conditioning, periodic maintenance issues, and some noise.
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At Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City, travellers consistently praise the friendly staff, walkable location, and access to a pool, sauna, and gym, while recurring drawbacks include very limited parking, warm rooms without air conditioning, periodic maintenance issues, and some noise.
Breakfast is frequently rated very good, though evening dining can be inconsistent and options for some diets are limited. Leisure access sometimes requires swim caps or time slots, and guests mention sporadic lift outages and renovation works. Overall, expect a convenient city base with excellent staff and a few practical trade-offs.
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Facilities
Leisure facilities (pool, sauna, steam room, gym) are a strong plus, but access may require swim caps or reservations and the jacuzzi has been out of order at times. Parking is very limited and tight, with overflow to a paid nearby garage; lifts can be slow or temporarily out and some renovation works noted.
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MELANIE
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The gym was great and parking easy.
The gym was great and parking easy.
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David
28 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolutely spot on! Stayed for 3 nights. Staff were amazing. Would stay again without hesitation. Great value, pool and fitness area was great.
Absolutely spot on! Stayed for 3 nights. Staff were amazing. Would stay again without hesitation. Great value, pool and fitness area was great.
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Sharon
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Good location, limited parking & a pool. The hotel decor was a bit tired.
Good location, limited parking & a pool. The hotel decor was a bit tired.
10
David
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed there a couple of times it was great other than the lift being out of action.that means a lot of exercise.thanks
I’ve stayed there a couple of times it was great other than the lift being out of action.that means a lot of exercise.thanks
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Barbara
5 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I appreciated the history of the hotel and even the cemetery in the back. The manager was very friendly and provided us with background information about the hotel. However, the elevator was slow, and the parking was tight. We ended up parking at another location, but we had to pay each time we wanted to retrieve our car. The hotel was within walking distance to Shandon Bells & Tower at St. Anne's Church, and it was an easy walk across the bridge to downtown.
I appreciated the history of the hotel and even the cemetery in the back. The manager was very friendly and provided us with background information about the hotel. However, the elevator was slow, and the parking was tight. We ended up parking at another location, but we had to pay each time we wanted to retrieve our car. The hotel was within walking distance to Shandon Bells & Tower at St. Anne's Church, and it was an easy walk across the bridge to downtown.
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Kerry
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked this because of location and the pool. The pool was closed when we arrived and there had been no notice of a closure so we didn’t have the opportunity to change our booking. We were told to use it in the morning. In the morning they told us to come back because it was busy and we didn’t have a reservation. No mention of needing a reservation was mentioned the night before. Also, they don’t do laundry on weekends. This was one of our hotel stays and we really needed that service, again no heads up. We went out to breakfast and upon return, our keys didn’t work. Usually with all these kinds of interruptions to service the host is very gracious and accommodating, not here. Too bad, because it could be a nice place to stay. The bell tower was lovely, and it was a nice neighborhood to walk and dine.
We booked this because of location and the pool. The pool was closed when we arrived and there had been no notice of a closure so we didn’t have the opportunity to change our booking. We were told to use it in the morning. In the morning they told us to come back because it was busy and we didn’t have a reservation. No mention of needing a reservation was mentioned the night before. Also, they don’t do laundry on weekends. This was one of our hotel stays and we really needed that service, again no heads up. We went out to breakfast and upon return, our keys didn’t work. Usually with all these kinds of interruptions to service the host is very gracious and accommodating, not here. Too bad, because it could be a nice place to stay. The bell tower was lovely, and it was a nice neighborhood to walk and dine.
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Dawn
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Ordered Breakfast the night before, plenty of choice. Freindly staff making us feel welcome. Had access to the swimming pool and Sauna, jacuzzi was out of order. Stayed in a family room, that had plenty of room for us all.
Ordered Breakfast the night before, plenty of choice. Freindly staff making us feel welcome. Had access to the swimming pool and Sauna, jacuzzi was out of order. Stayed in a family room, that had plenty of room for us all.
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Abi
28 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast on the final day. Really good selection for those without any dietary requirements, but not so many vegan options. The staff did very kindly make a separate dish of mushrooms with oil for my partner though, so thank you! Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room all in good working condition too. Bed was very comfy. Thank you!
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast on the final day. Really good selection for those without any dietary requirements, but not so many vegan options. The staff did very kindly make a separate dish of mushrooms with oil for my partner though, so thank you! Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room all in good working condition too. Bed was very comfy. Thank you!
8
Lauren
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to Cork City, a nice walk. Parking limited but we snagged one and there is on street parking but it's hotly contested, I think. Nice facilities - restaurant, and hotel shares gym, pool, steam room and sauna with a fitness centre. Good hot shower and comfy bed, room a little small for 2 queens but completely fine for the money.
Close to Cork City, a nice walk. Parking limited but we snagged one and there is on street parking but it's hotly contested, I think. Nice facilities - restaurant, and hotel shares gym, pool, steam room and sauna with a fitness centre. Good hot shower and comfy bed, room a little small for 2 queens but completely fine for the money.
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Robin
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a very nice hotel, lovely breakfast, and even has a pool, although the pool could be better run - surely needs a lifeguard? And poor adherence to bathing cap wearing. But we liked it a lot not least as refugees from the Broga student res and its doors slamming like HX.
It's a very nice hotel, lovely breakfast, and even has a pool, although the pool could be better run - surely needs a lifeguard? And poor adherence to bathing cap wearing. But we liked it a lot not least as refugees from the Broga student res and its doors slamming like HX.
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Cleanliness
Many guests report clean or spotless rooms, but others note stained or worn furnishings, smoke odours, and inconsistent housekeeping. Several reviews mention maintenance wear such as cracked sinks and tired carpets.
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Ulrike
27 Sept 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Nach Reklamation des ersten Zimmers, die Heizung war zum Verbrennen heiß und ließ sich nicht regulieren, bekamen wir ein neues Zimmer, welches sehr klein war, die Fenster zugeklebt, so dass man nicht rausschauen konnte, Reinigung der Zimmer bei 4 Nächten nicht durchgeführt, Mülleimer wurden nicht geleert und Toilettenpapier mussten wir uns an der Rezeption abholen. Eigentlich schade, wir fahren vor 5 Jahren in diesem Hotel und es war hervorragend, aufgrund dessen, wir es wieder zu einem stolzen Preis, gebucht hatten, leider konnte das Maldron Hotel diesen guten Standard nicht beibehalten und wir werden uns auf der nächsten Reise nach Cork ein anderes Hotel suchen. Personal, Check in waren positiv zu bewerten, sowie die Nähe zur City
Nach Reklamation des ersten Zimmers, die Heizung war zum Verbrennen heiß und ließ sich nicht regulieren, bekamen wir ein neues Zimmer, welches sehr klein war, die Fenster zugeklebt, so dass man nicht rausschauen konnte, Reinigung der Zimmer bei 4 Nächten nicht durchgeführt, Mülleimer wurden nicht geleert und Toilettenpapier mussten wir uns an der Rezeption abholen. Eigentlich schade, wir fahren vor 5 Jahren in diesem Hotel und es war hervorragend, aufgrund dessen, wir es wieder zu einem stolzen Preis, gebucht hatten, leider konnte das Maldron Hotel diesen guten Standard nicht beibehalten und wir werden uns auf der nächsten Reise nach Cork ein anderes Hotel suchen. Personal, Check in waren positiv zu bewerten, sowie die Nähe zur City
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Trent
26 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was kind of dirty and did not look well kept
Room was kind of dirty and did not look well kept
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Jennifer
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cleanliness was the largest concern for us. The property is under renovation, which is fine but not what contributed to the facility. The shower curtain was covered in mold, the toilet was dirty, there were finger prints everywhere. These result from poor cleaning practices not construction. Location was ok although there are others much closer to the center. Parking was horrible. There is a tiny parking lot in front of the hotel that everyone battles to get in and out of just to unload and then you have to park several streets over. Breakfast was ok. The staff were pleasant and welcoming, but I would not recommend the property itself.
Cleanliness was the largest concern for us. The property is under renovation, which is fine but not what contributed to the facility. The shower curtain was covered in mold, the toilet was dirty, there were finger prints everywhere. These result from poor cleaning practices not construction. Location was ok although there are others much closer to the center. Parking was horrible. There is a tiny parking lot in front of the hotel that everyone battles to get in and out of just to unload and then you have to park several streets over. Breakfast was ok. The staff were pleasant and welcoming, but I would not recommend the property itself.
10
Christopher
4 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked 3 rooms. All spotless clean lovely bed linen & towels super comfy beds
Booked 3 rooms. All spotless clean lovely bed linen & towels super comfy beds
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Adam
8 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room smelled of smoke, no temp control so hot, room was over restaurant with super loud music that you could hear so well you can sing to the words (Still loud with ear plugs) kids screaming in the hallways and slamming doors, rooms are older than the front foyer so misleading, the foyer smelled super strong of a nice cologne so not so good for my Mom’s allergies. The bed was comfy and the room space was good. Ask for a room away from the restaurant on the weekend or whenever they have live music past 11pm.
Room smelled of smoke, no temp control so hot, room was over restaurant with super loud music that you could hear so well you can sing to the words (Still loud with ear plugs) kids screaming in the hallways and slamming doors, rooms are older than the front foyer so misleading, the foyer smelled super strong of a nice cologne so not so good for my Mom’s allergies. The bed was comfy and the room space was good. Ask for a room away from the restaurant on the weekend or whenever they have live music past 11pm.
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Josef
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel ist vom Bahnhof in 15 Minuten erreichbar, die Innenstadt mit allen Einkaufs- und Essensmöglichkeiten erreicht man in 10 Minuten. Schöne Innenstadt und sehr schöner Ort. Tolles Frühstücksbüffet und nettes Personal. Das Hotel und die Zimmer waren sauber und alles war intakt.
Hotel ist vom Bahnhof in 15 Minuten erreichbar, die Innenstadt mit allen Einkaufs- und Essensmöglichkeiten erreicht man in 10 Minuten. Schöne Innenstadt und sehr schöner Ort. Tolles Frühstücksbüffet und nettes Personal. Das Hotel und die Zimmer waren sauber und alles war intakt.
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Marko
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A bit dirty, a bit outdated But generally OK, not bad, not perfect. Shower temperature gauge was not working so was kind of a mistery of a temperature of water
A bit dirty, a bit outdated But generally OK, not bad, not perfect. Shower temperature gauge was not working so was kind of a mistery of a temperature of water
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Lindsay
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The room and overall hotel was very clean and uniform. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. The food was absolutely phenomenal! Will definitely be returning when we come back to Ireland for a visit!
The room and overall hotel was very clean and uniform. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. The food was absolutely phenomenal! Will definitely be returning when we come back to Ireland for a visit!
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Derek
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was beautiful Our room was spotless and the bed so comfortable
The hotel was beautiful Our room was spotless and the bed so comfortable
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Christopher
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel seems old. A little run down. Carpet in hallways could use a good cleaning. Beds were clean and comfortable.
Hotel seems old. A little run down. Carpet in hallways could use a good cleaning. Beds were clean and comfortable.
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious with comfortable beds and occasional city views, but decor can feel dated and noise from corridors or bar areas is reported. A recurring concern is heat and stuffiness due to no air conditioning and limited window opening.
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Ana lorena
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Habitaciones amplias y buena ubicación
Habitaciones amplias y buena ubicación
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Adam
8 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room smelled of smoke, no temp control so hot, room was over restaurant with super loud music that you could hear so well you can sing to the words (Still loud with ear plugs) kids screaming in the hallways and slamming doors, rooms are older than the front foyer so misleading, the foyer smelled super strong of a nice cologne so not so good for my Mom’s allergies. The bed was comfy and the room space was good. Ask for a room away from the restaurant on the weekend or whenever they have live music past 11pm.
Room smelled of smoke, no temp control so hot, room was over restaurant with super loud music that you could hear so well you can sing to the words (Still loud with ear plugs) kids screaming in the hallways and slamming doors, rooms are older than the front foyer so misleading, the foyer smelled super strong of a nice cologne so not so good for my Mom’s allergies. The bed was comfy and the room space was good. Ask for a room away from the restaurant on the weekend or whenever they have live music past 11pm.
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Frédérick
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beds are the best
Beds are the best
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Theodorus
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Doors closing from other rooms very noisy in the mornings
Doors closing from other rooms very noisy in the mornings
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Krystal
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The main issue with this room was how extremely hot it was in there. Even with the window open (the 1-2 inches allowed) it was still boiling in there. We literally left the door to the room into the hall open in the evenings just to help with the heat. Outside was in the mid to high 60s. We live in Seattle and are used to no AC but the lack of fresh air from the window was tough. They left a fan in our room and nice snacks, which was lovely. It is close to a lot, easy walk to the main part of the city. If you don’t score a parking lot spot, you will have to park on the street or in a garage down the road and move by 8 or 8:30 am. We didn’t have the breakfast but the staff allowed me to pop in and grab a coffee each day which I really appreciated. Our sink was clogged and it did take two days to unclog but they did eventually get it taken care of. The history of the hotel was pretty cool, the idea that this hotel was a hospital back in 1720 and is literally older than my country was fascinating.
The main issue with this room was how extremely hot it was in there. Even with the window open (the 1-2 inches allowed) it was still boiling in there. We literally left the door to the room into the hall open in the evenings just to help with the heat. Outside was in the mid to high 60s. We live in Seattle and are used to no AC but the lack of fresh air from the window was tough. They left a fan in our room and nice snacks, which was lovely. It is close to a lot, easy walk to the main part of the city. If you don’t score a parking lot spot, you will have to park on the street or in a garage down the road and move by 8 or 8:30 am. We didn’t have the breakfast but the staff allowed me to pop in and grab a coffee each day which I really appreciated. Our sink was clogged and it did take two days to unclog but they did eventually get it taken care of. The history of the hotel was pretty cool, the idea that this hotel was a hospital back in 1720 and is literally older than my country was fascinating.
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Tanya
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff! The breakfast in the morning was just perfect and they accommodated me bringing up to my sleeping teenager in the room which was very nice of them. Beds were extremely comfortable. If it wasn’t for the heat that day it would have been a lovely stay. They did have fans in the rooms but no A/C on those top floors was a bit uncomfortable. We managed with a cool shower and went outside for the evening until it cooled off.
Great staff! The breakfast in the morning was just perfect and they accommodated me bringing up to my sleeping teenager in the room which was very nice of them. Beds were extremely comfortable. If it wasn’t for the heat that day it would have been a lovely stay. They did have fans in the rooms but no A/C on those top floors was a bit uncomfortable. We managed with a cool shower and went outside for the evening until it cooled off.
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Paola
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The lobby in this property is stunning . Our room was clean but I felt that the bathroom and hallways are in need of a renovation .
The lobby in this property is stunning . Our room was clean but I felt that the bathroom and hallways are in need of a renovation .
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Diana
30 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great big rooms and bed to rest! Clean and updated. Pricy but worth it.
Great big rooms and bed to rest! Clean and updated. Pricy but worth it.
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Jennifer
6 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed our one-night stay at the Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork. The room was an excellent size (and I loved having a bathtub), the staff were lovely and friendly and overall it was in a convenient location, easy to get to where ever we were going. My husband also enjoyed using the pool but was surprised to find out he needed a bathing cap (lol) not that it was a big deal to purchase on.
We really enjoyed our one-night stay at the Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork. The room was an excellent size (and I loved having a bathtub), the staff were lovely and friendly and overall it was in a convenient location, easy to get to where ever we were going. My husband also enjoyed using the pool but was surprised to find out he needed a bathing cap (lol) not that it was a big deal to purchase on.
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Yun Hye
29 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, it was a good experience. We stayed in a triple room on the top floor, and the view was great! The room was quite spacious, the beds were comfortable, and everything was generally clean. One minor issue was the bathroom fan - it automatically turned on with the light and made quite a loud noise. The staff at the reception desk were okay, but not particularly friendly.
Overall, it was a good experience. We stayed in a triple room on the top floor, and the view was great! The room was quite spacious, the beds were comfortable, and everything was generally clean. One minor issue was the bathroom fan - it automatically turned on with the light and made quite a loud noise. The staff at the reception desk were okay, but not particularly friendly.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with staff resolving issues and offering early check-ins. A minority experienced rude or unhelpful interactions and inconsistent information or compensation.
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David
28 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolutely spot on! Stayed for 3 nights. Staff were amazing. Would stay again without hesitation. Great value, pool and fitness area was great.
Absolutely spot on! Stayed for 3 nights. Staff were amazing. Would stay again without hesitation. Great value, pool and fitness area was great.
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AVINASH
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Centrally located hotel … with its own parking … service is a bit of a hit or miss … when I wanted help with my luggage during check in , they got the bar tender to help … while in the room when I requested for a plate and spoon … was told that I could come down and get it or pay 5 euros to have it delivered … this is 4 star service in Cork I guess .. anyway on my check out when I similarly asked for help was informed that there were no men available … otherwise the hotel was ok …
Centrally located hotel … with its own parking … service is a bit of a hit or miss … when I wanted help with my luggage during check in , they got the bar tender to help … while in the room when I requested for a plate and spoon … was told that I could come down and get it or pay 5 euros to have it delivered … this is 4 star service in Cork I guess .. anyway on my check out when I similarly asked for help was informed that there were no men available … otherwise the hotel was ok …
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Henrik
19 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was cold, room not cleaned well, smelled smoke, receptionist rude. Restaurant staff was rude. They seem to have lost what good customer experience is about. Find another hotel if you can.
Room was cold, room not cleaned well, smelled smoke, receptionist rude. Restaurant staff was rude. They seem to have lost what good customer experience is about. Find another hotel if you can.
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Barbara
5 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I appreciated the history of the hotel and even the cemetery in the back. The manager was very friendly and provided us with background information about the hotel. However, the elevator was slow, and the parking was tight. We ended up parking at another location, but we had to pay each time we wanted to retrieve our car. The hotel was within walking distance to Shandon Bells & Tower at St. Anne's Church, and it was an easy walk across the bridge to downtown.
I appreciated the history of the hotel and even the cemetery in the back. The manager was very friendly and provided us with background information about the hotel. However, the elevator was slow, and the parking was tight. We ended up parking at another location, but we had to pay each time we wanted to retrieve our car. The hotel was within walking distance to Shandon Bells & Tower at St. Anne's Church, and it was an easy walk across the bridge to downtown.
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Leda
21 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
There are so many great things about this hotel. It’s a great location and our executive suite was spacious and affordable but the front desk staff are not very responsive and seem to lack customer service abilities. Room cleaning is by request only and they didn’t take out the trash. Also it was an extra 5 euro charge to have cutlery sent to our room.
There are so many great things about this hotel. It’s a great location and our executive suite was spacious and affordable but the front desk staff are not very responsive and seem to lack customer service abilities. Room cleaning is by request only and they didn’t take out the trash. Also it was an extra 5 euro charge to have cutlery sent to our room.
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Noreen
23 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The nicest staff we couldn’t fault it
The nicest staff we couldn’t fault it
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Sarah
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a noisy stay at the hotel due to some inconsiderate guests, but the hotel were amazing about it and moved us into a different room at 1am, provided free breakfast and parking and refunded half our stay. The room we moved to had super comfy beds and was very quiet. Breakfast was good but the best thing about the hotel was the staff. Denis the manager, Marie the receptionist and the night manager all went above and beyond. Many thanks
We had a noisy stay at the hotel due to some inconsiderate guests, but the hotel were amazing about it and moved us into a different room at 1am, provided free breakfast and parking and refunded half our stay. The room we moved to had super comfy beds and was very quiet. Breakfast was good but the best thing about the hotel was the staff. Denis the manager, Marie the receptionist and the night manager all went above and beyond. Many thanks
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Bryan
2 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly reception staff. Super efficient and helpful. Very spacious room with super comfortable beds. Really enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Very friendly reception staff. Super efficient and helpful. Very spacious room with super comfortable beds. Really enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
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Nicole
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking was not good. Stated parking available but had to park blocks down and put a scratch off discounting the parking fees with a map of garages to go. Very confusing: Two twins put together that didn’t line up when I booked for a king. Spent $677 for two nights slept horrible 1st night due to the uneven bed situation. Woke up to only have the shower be cold and then would not shut off had to get management up right away and she shut it off and offered another room as we had no shower and expressed our concerns with sleep Stated she was going to comp breakfast but I told her are breakfast was already included for two nights and she said she would look into it and get back on a way to compinsate. Had to wait until after breakfast a few hours later to pack up all our stuff to move to another room. Roomed seems to be ok but bed situation more durable but still not a king and water still had difficulty getting it to come to temperature. When I talked to the desk she said there was nothing documented on a compensation or credit because we chose to move but we explained we had no choice. She said she would talk to other manager. As we were leaving she informed us they would not compensate. Very disappointed as we spent a lot of money at the bar having dinner and drinks which the employees on that end we were wonderful. If nothing can be done on a credit to my account, poor recommendations to social media, definitely know about our stay and
Parking was not good. Stated parking available but had to park blocks down and put a scratch off discounting the parking fees with a map of garages to go. Very confusing: Two twins put together that didn’t line up when I booked for a king. Spent $677 for two nights slept horrible 1st night due to the uneven bed situation. Woke up to only have the shower be cold and then would not shut off had to get management up right away and she shut it off and offered another room as we had no shower and expressed our concerns with sleep Stated she was going to comp breakfast but I told her are breakfast was already included for two nights and she said she would look into it and get back on a way to compinsate. Had to wait until after breakfast a few hours later to pack up all our stuff to move to another room. Roomed seems to be ok but bed situation more durable but still not a king and water still had difficulty getting it to come to temperature. When I talked to the desk she said there was nothing documented on a compensation or credit because we chose to move but we explained we had no choice. She said she would talk to other manager. As we were leaving she informed us they would not compensate. Very disappointed as we spent a lot of money at the bar having dinner and drinks which the employees on that end we were wonderful. If nothing can be done on a credit to my account, poor recommendations to social media, definitely know about our stay and
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WILLIAM
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff, so helpful friendly and attentive, breakfast was exceptional, location perfect for city centre Cork, lovely view from very pleasant room. In fact everything was perfect.
Excellent staff, so helpful friendly and attentive, breakfast was exceptional, location perfect for city centre Cork, lovely view from very pleasant room. In fact everything was perfect.
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Location
Walkable to Cork's centre and Shandon sights, with many attractions, pubs and restaurants nearby. The property sits on a hill, which some found challenging with luggage or mobility.
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Amy
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean hotel, great location, hard to drop off bags before heading to the parking lot for guests. We got very lucky and got a spot on site it's very, very small maybe 20 spaces total.
Nice clean hotel, great location, hard to drop off bags before heading to the parking lot for guests. We got very lucky and got a spot on site it's very, very small maybe 20 spaces total.
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Declan
5 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Very enjoyable stay, extremely central for the city.
Very enjoyable stay, extremely central for the city.
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Vicki
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to shopping, train station, etc
Close to shopping, train station, etc
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Ashutosh
21 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff. Very good location within walking distance of city centre and historic places
Friendly staff. Very good location within walking distance of city centre and historic places
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Tammi
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved our stay here. The location is perfect - on the north side of the river, so quieter and easier to park, but so walkable to everything to see in Cork. We had a lovely stroll across the river to amazing food (hundreds of placed to choose from), Cork Folk Festival and historic landmarks and enjoyed a stellar music session at the pub Sin e near the hotel. Room was everything we needed, nicely appointed and spacious. Staff at Maldron were wonderful start to finish. Even when we had an unruly bunch partying next door, staff responded and reminded the party there were other guests around them - much appreciated!
Absolutely loved our stay here. The location is perfect - on the north side of the river, so quieter and easier to park, but so walkable to everything to see in Cork. We had a lovely stroll across the river to amazing food (hundreds of placed to choose from), Cork Folk Festival and historic landmarks and enjoyed a stellar music session at the pub Sin e near the hotel. Room was everything we needed, nicely appointed and spacious. Staff at Maldron were wonderful start to finish. Even when we had an unruly bunch partying next door, staff responded and reminded the party there were other guests around them - much appreciated!
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Felicia
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel located near the city center.
Great hotel located near the city center.
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Audrey
11 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location! Old building so unable to have all amenities of modern hotels, but enjoyed stay. Liked in room tea & biscuits with view of cemetery & Shandon Bells.
Great location! Old building so unable to have all amenities of modern hotels, but enjoyed stay. Liked in room tea & biscuits with view of cemetery & Shandon Bells.
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Susan
20 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay at the Maldron. The location was great just round the corner from some lovely bars and restaurants. Staff were really friendly and the breakfast was very good.
We enjoyed our stay at the Maldron. The location was great just round the corner from some lovely bars and restaurants. Staff were really friendly and the breakfast was very good.
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Ana
5 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great 3 days at this property! The main entrance was under construction during our stay but it didn't bother us at all. The rooms have all been updated, they were very clean, all 4 adults were comfortable and felt safe. The breakfast is plentiful. The hotel is within walking distance to downtown Cork. There is very limited parking in front of the hotel, we dropped off our luggage at the hotel, parked in a downtown parking garage and walked the 10 minutes back. The only caution is that the hotel is on a hill. If you have anyone with mobility issues, this could pose a problem with the amount of walking uphill.
Great 3 days at this property! The main entrance was under construction during our stay but it didn't bother us at all. The rooms have all been updated, they were very clean, all 4 adults were comfortable and felt safe. The breakfast is plentiful. The hotel is within walking distance to downtown Cork. There is very limited parking in front of the hotel, we dropped off our luggage at the hotel, parked in a downtown parking garage and walked the 10 minutes back. The only caution is that the hotel is on a hill. If you have anyone with mobility issues, this could pose a problem with the amount of walking uphill.
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Carolyn H.
28 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel but it’s not in a great area. You have to walk several blocks to get to anywhere close to restaurants. There is a restaurant in the hotel and our dinner was very, very good. The service was excellent. The room was nice, but the temperature could not be adjusted And the coffee pot was impossible to figure out. The hotel needs better signage on the street for where to pull in. There’s a very ample parking lot, but it’s a one-way street and if you miss it, you have to circle around because it’s not well identified.
Very nice hotel but it’s not in a great area. You have to walk several blocks to get to anywhere close to restaurants. There is a restaurant in the hotel and our dinner was very, very good. The service was excellent. The room was nice, but the temperature could not be adjusted And the coffee pot was impossible to figure out. The hotel needs better signage on the street for where to pull in. There’s a very ample parking lot, but it’s a one-way street and if you miss it, you have to circle around because it’s not well identified.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for variety and quality with attentive staff. Dinner and room service are mixed, with reports of cold or average dishes, higher prices, and limited options for some dietary needs.
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Keri
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The kids loved the pool. It was walkable to the train station, buses, and downtown. The room was hot/no air conditioning. We didn't realize there was a fan until we were packing up to leave. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. We ended up staying an additional night, and they made that easy to accommodate. While breakfast buffet was good, other food available that we tried was not. Beds were comfortable, and we found additional pillows in the closet. Staff was super helpful calling taxis, etc.
The kids loved the pool. It was walkable to the train station, buses, and downtown. The room was hot/no air conditioning. We didn't realize there was a fan until we were packing up to leave. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. We ended up staying an additional night, and they made that easy to accommodate. While breakfast buffet was good, other food available that we tried was not. Beds were comfortable, and we found additional pillows in the closet. Staff was super helpful calling taxis, etc.
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Timothy
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very disappointing experience we booked in on new years eve, had problems firstly trying to get parking it took an hour to park appauling that we weren't informed about the overflow parking until we were rudely asked to move by a staff member while parked outside the door of hotel as we were discussing options after driving around hotel car park and street parking for hour, secondly the following morning we paid 32 euro for '' breakfast'' for two if you could even call it that, the eggs were disgrace they were inedible, the bacon was like beef jerky if was so dehydrated nearly chipped an tooth on it the beans were dried into the container they were in,, all the food was removed within 10 minutes of sitting down, when we complained about the poor quality of the breakfast manager didn't seem phased and brushed if off, 32 euro flushed down drain went to local petrol station to get deli breakfast on way home 100% better food, stevie wonder must have been preparing food that morning in maldron. Service for dinner the previous night also extremely slow we got the menus and still nobody returned to take our order 20 mins later we had to go the the bar to get the waitress so we could order our food Would not return again usuallly book 2or 3 times a year big disappointment
Very disappointing experience we booked in on new years eve, had problems firstly trying to get parking it took an hour to park appauling that we weren't informed about the overflow parking until we were rudely asked to move by a staff member while parked outside the door of hotel as we were discussing options after driving around hotel car park and street parking for hour, secondly the following morning we paid 32 euro for '' breakfast'' for two if you could even call it that, the eggs were disgrace they were inedible, the bacon was like beef jerky if was so dehydrated nearly chipped an tooth on it the beans were dried into the container they were in,, all the food was removed within 10 minutes of sitting down, when we complained about the poor quality of the breakfast manager didn't seem phased and brushed if off, 32 euro flushed down drain went to local petrol station to get deli breakfast on way home 100% better food, stevie wonder must have been preparing food that morning in maldron. Service for dinner the previous night also extremely slow we got the menus and still nobody returned to take our order 20 mins later we had to go the the bar to get the waitress so we could order our food Would not return again usuallly book 2or 3 times a year big disappointment
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Louise
12 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was lovely but the food, the burgers were cold, the margherita pizza tasted like goats cheese. Staff are excellent. Receptionists so nice and friendly. And the leisure centre staff are lovely too.
Everything was lovely but the food, the burgers were cold, the margherita pizza tasted like goats cheese. Staff are excellent. Receptionists so nice and friendly. And the leisure centre staff are lovely too.
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Shauna
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room. Good location. Room service dinner was terrible.
Comfortable room. Good location. Room service dinner was terrible.
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Francis
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice hotel excellent food and service the only problem is the parking had to park and walk to hotel
Very nice hotel excellent food and service the only problem is the parking had to park and walk to hotel
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Victoria
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in is via kiosk but there’s a person right there to help if you need. Parking is a bit competitive so recommend arriving earlier rather than later. The room was small, very sparsely furnished (no decorative items), and bathroom was fine but had all these marks and holes on walls from where renovators had taken measurements and drilled wrong holes. No washcloths. Towels clean but bare-bones. Shampoo and soap but no conditioner or lotion. It was quiet enough. Had to leave window open for cooler air. Bfast was outstanding though.
Check in is via kiosk but there’s a person right there to help if you need. Parking is a bit competitive so recommend arriving earlier rather than later. The room was small, very sparsely furnished (no decorative items), and bathroom was fine but had all these marks and holes on walls from where renovators had taken measurements and drilled wrong holes. No washcloths. Towels clean but bare-bones. Shampoo and soap but no conditioner or lotion. It was quiet enough. Had to leave window open for cooler air. Bfast was outstanding though.
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Abi
28 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast on the final day. Really good selection for those without any dietary requirements, but not so many vegan options. The staff did very kindly make a separate dish of mushrooms with oil for my partner though, so thank you! Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room all in good working condition too. Bed was very comfy. Thank you!
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast on the final day. Really good selection for those without any dietary requirements, but not so many vegan options. The staff did very kindly make a separate dish of mushrooms with oil for my partner though, so thank you! Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room all in good working condition too. Bed was very comfy. Thank you!
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Susan
20 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay at the Maldron. The location was great just round the corner from some lovely bars and restaurants. Staff were really friendly and the breakfast was very good.
We enjoyed our stay at the Maldron. The location was great just round the corner from some lovely bars and restaurants. Staff were really friendly and the breakfast was very good.
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Rakarah
1 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel! Restaurant just changed the menu though and it is a little expensive for what you get
Great hotel! Restaurant just changed the menu though and it is a little expensive for what you get
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WILLIAM
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff, so helpful friendly and attentive, breakfast was exceptional, location perfect for city centre Cork, lovely view from very pleasant room. In fact everything was perfect.
Excellent staff, so helpful friendly and attentive, breakfast was exceptional, location perfect for city centre Cork, lovely view from very pleasant room. In fact everything was perfect.
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Maria
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Dirty and smelly carpets, bad room maintenance (eg the bathroom room could not close)
Dirty and smelly carpets, bad room maintenance (eg the bathroom room could not close)
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Andrea
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay. Excellent location. Staff was friendly and helpful. The bar was a delight. Free parking is first-come, first served but there is significant turn over so just waiting ten minutes usually did the trick.
Wonderful stay. Excellent location. Staff was friendly and helpful. The bar was a delight. Free parking is first-come, first served but there is significant turn over so just waiting ten minutes usually did the trick.
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Howell
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room. Friendly staff
Clean room. Friendly staff
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Hugh
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The breakfast was poor, the cooked food was lukewarm at best.
The breakfast was poor, the cooked food was lukewarm at best.
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Therese
25 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, fantastic big rooms, lovely staff.
Excellent location, fantastic big rooms, lovely staff.
FAQs about Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. The cost is approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of EUR 21, subject to availability.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Cork, just steps from the Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church. It is 0.2 miles from Cork Opera House and 1 mile from Cork City Hall.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor pool. Pool access is available from 7 AM to 9 PM.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The hotel is family-friendly.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 20 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required for extra beds.
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- 2026-11-07: 230.10246726086424USD
- 2026-11-08: 110.95622144979858USD
- 2026-11-09: 134.96828283229064USD
- 2026-11-10: 149.66780605599976USD
- 2026-11-11: 145.6721993972168USD
- 2026-11-12: 134.96828283229064USD
- 2026-11-13: 173.72155114572143USD
- 2026-11-14: 237.86489415829467USD
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- 2026-11-17: 129.62300709457398USD
- 2026-11-18: 121.60508921800232USD
- 2026-11-19: 130.95932816400145USD
- 2026-11-20: 184.7593045881958USD
- 2026-11-21: 196.4389922460022USD
- 2026-11-22: 113.58717134143066USD
- 2026-11-23: 141.038604USD
- 2026-11-24: 133.63197030285644USD
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- 2026-11-26: 144.39666599999998USD
- 2026-11-27: 191.09370796829222USD
- 2026-11-28: 214.915968USD
- 2026-11-29: 113.80606844934081USD
- 2026-11-30: 121.60508921800232USD
- 2026-12-01: 137.8834607804718USD
- 2026-12-02: 127.79306587321472USD
- 2026-12-03: 125.85882571385193USD
- 2026-12-04: 190.28123008703614USD
- 2026-12-05: 209.8021858602905USD
- 2026-12-06: 132.4594292246704USD
- 2026-12-07: 138.799896USD
- 2026-12-08: 129.62300709457398USD
- 2026-12-09: 129.70313785157776USD
- 2026-12-10: 138.97541848200987USD
- 2026-12-11: 184.41211970114136USD
- 2026-12-12: 197.66762400009154USD
- 2026-12-13: 113.18952363404846USD
- 2026-12-14: 135.441834USD
- 2026-12-15: 131.6132012899475USD
- 2026-12-16: 137.4401155690155USD
- 2026-12-17: 126.2335862392273USD
- 2026-12-18: 148.33148498657226USD
- 2026-12-19: 195.87844416668702USD
- 2026-12-20: 118.55705459426879USD
- 2026-12-21: 121.88153734066772USD
- 2026-12-22: 109.70727305168151USD
- 2026-12-23: 354.1247247185669USD
- 2026-12-24: 352.7883865691528USD
- 2026-12-25: 356.7973668574219USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM.
- Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children
- Late check-out fee: EUR 21 (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Currency exchange
Safe-deposit box
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Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
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Pool indoor
Pool (Indoor)
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General
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Sauna
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Allergy-free room available
Vending machines
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Free wi-fi