Kingsley Hotel & Residence
SET MAJESTICALLY ALONG THE BANKS OF THE RIVER LEE in the western suburbs of Cork City, on the banks of the River Lee, the five star Kingsley Hotel has risen in prominence since first opening in 1998.
Not intent to rest on its laurels, the hotels developers aspired to create a place that stood apart from other hotels. So in 2005 they embarked upon a massive refurbishment programme. An astounding €30million later, the results of which are impressive. Kingsley Hotel has become a place of shear luxury. The interior with its meticulous attention to small detail is richly adorned with warm, tasteful hues.
The new Kingsley Hotel now features 131 spacious and luxurious guest rooms, falling into four categories: Superior, Deluxe, Suites, and Residence. Rooms are decorated in a classic, contemporary style with art nouveau accents. incorporate state of the art technology such as a fully integrated entertainment systems and complimentary high-speed internet access (wired and wireless), along with the comforts one expects from a five star hotel.
Superior rooms, comprised of double or twin rooms, occupy the lowest rung of the luxury ladder, but still manage to deliver high standards of comfort, including vanity area, personal safe, minibar, tea, coffee making facilities, satelite television and music system.
Deluxe rooms were completely revamped as part of the Kingsley's refurbishment and feature such added perks as flat screen TV & DVD player with surround sound, mini bar, espresso machine, walk-in shower with separate bathtub
Executive Suites provide the ultimate in luxury and comfort, lavishly decorated sitting room, along with guest rooms with king size bed, and expansive bathrooms featuring jacuzzi bathtub and walk in shower.
Built over two levels and covering some some 750 sq.meters, the magnificent Presidential Suite boasts two bedrooms and breathtaking views of Cork, particularly from the balcony, with its private outdoor hot tub. Oh yea, there's also a fully serviced kitchen, security office, living room, dining room, library, cinema screen, open fire, personal steam rooms and saunas.
The Kingsley's 18 Residence suites, surrounding a peaceful courtyard, are two bedroom apartments, 1 master bedroom and 1 guestroom with lounge and kitchen / living room, and a private secure carport.
Dining at the Kingsley Hotel provides guess with a plethora of choice and is rated among the finest in the Cork city. ‘Otters’ restaurant serves up modern Irish cuisine, with its large windows commanding views of the lush landscape and flowing river and weir. The Sabrona Lounge serves morning coffee, freshly baked pastries and scones, a wide selection of light meals and traditional Kingsley Afternoon Tea, served between 3.00 p.m. & 6.00 p.m. And the Kingsley's Rive Bar is a popular lunch spot, with seating available outside, weather permitting.
Kingsley Hotel prides itself in its Irish hospitality and delivering exceptional service. The hotel's Yauvana Spa and Health Club offers hotel guests a broad range of facilities in a serene atmosphere.
Kingsley Hotel is easily accessible from proximity to Cork International Airport, and Blarney, for those who wish to visit the infamous Blarney Castle, or the golf courss of Blarney and Fota Island.
