This city hotel is set conveniently in a quiet yet central location overlooking the city and harbour, within walking distance from Cork city centre. This historic building was constructed in 1872 and was lovingly restored to its former glory as a stylish and spacious hotel in 2007. It now offers its guests charm, sophistication and relaxed comfort, featuring all the amenities that make a difference while travelling. The hotel's friendly and knowledgeable team of staff is ready to ensure guests have a comfortable and memorable stay. Whether guests come to the hotel for business or pleasure, all enjoy unrivalled attention and comfort. A feeling of generous spaciousness permeates the hotel, particularly in the accommodation area, where the wide elegant corridors lead to 70 modern and luxurious bedrooms. The hotel offers its guest a wide range of amenities including an entrance hall with 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, lift access, a bar, a restaurant, conference facilities and Internet access. Room and laundry services are also available and there is parking available for those arriving by car.
Location
Situated in the north of Cork, the hotel enjoys an ideal location with easy access to all the major road routes - the N22, N20, N25 and the N8 to name but a few. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the city centre, where there is a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Fota Wildlife Park, Cobh Heritage Centre and Shandon Bells are all just a 20-minute drive away, while the Jameson Heritage Centre and Mallow Race Course are just half an hour from the hotel. Cork Airport is approximately 8 km away.
How To Get There
From Dublin/Waterford/Kilkenny: On arriving at the Jack Lynch Tunnel roundabout follow the signs for the city centre through to the next roundabout (Dunkettle roundabout) and then onto Lower Glamire Road (dual carriageway). Take a left off the dual carriageway onto the slip road for the Silver Springs exit, which leads up to the Tivoli Flyover. At this junction take a right turn and continue along Silver Spring Lane hill until reaching the traffic lights. At this junction take a left turn and then take the next left turn onto Middle Glamire Road. Continue down this road for approximately 1 km until reaching St Lukes Cross (green kiosk). Go straight through this junction onto Wellington Road and the hotel is the second on the right - Military Hill.
Room Description
The calming effect of the rooms is further enhanced by a spectacular view over Cork city. Each room comes with an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, direct dial telephone, satellite/cable television, Internet access, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, double or king-size bed and central heating.
Meals
Season's Restaurant has established itself as one of Cork's finest Restaurants. A combination of distinctive food and décor, along with good value and friendly and warm service makes Season's Restaurant a cut above the rest
Sports/Entertainment
The hotel's health centre includes a fully equipped gym, Jacuzzi, steam room and a sauna. Fota Golf Club is just around 20 minutes away by car.
Remarks
Please note that the hotel guarantees all rooms will be ready by 2pm on the day of arrival. Guests expecting to arrive earlier should contact the hotel in advance - staff will try their best to accommodate them. Otherwise guests' luggage can be stored safely until their room is ready.
Customer Reviews for Ambassador Hotel & Health Club Cork
Our Customer stayed here in November 2011
nice hotel no major complaints... shortage of towels but only noticed on day of departure so didn't really take action and i'm sure the staff would of had no problem helping out.. staff were very friendly.. rooms were nice but dated but were clean..
only thing i found a bit off was when walking down the hallway to stairs the windows were been kept open by small shampoo bottles..it's a little thing which just didn't fit in and just looked cheap.
nice location but be warned there is a trek up a hill to get to it so be warned
great price for a weekend stay.
4 out of 5
Our Customer stayed here in November 2011
good service,
good rooms,
a little further from the city, than led to believe, but otherwise very satisfactory, and excellent value
4 out of 5
Our Customer stayed here in October 2011
The overall hotel was lovely but I was in an attic room. There was a big rip in the curtain and I found the room quite cold ( definitely not 4 star standard) The Staff were very helpful and friendly.
3 out of 5
Our Customer stayed here in October 2011
This is a great hotel; hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Corks main drag you are ensured a quite stay but a special one. The beautiful old red brick building is well maintained and skilfully updated whilst maintaining its olde world charm. Ample parking close to the main door, helpful friendly staff, calm and peaceful atmosphere, good reasonably priced food and a FRESHLY COOKED BREAKFAST. This is a return visit for me and I will return again - definitely my first choice hotel in Cork.
5 out of 5
Our Customer stayed here in September 2011
Booking experience fine, staff courtesy fine. accommodation well below the expected standard for a hotel which advertises its accommodation as 'luxury'. There was no heating and the weather was cold (mid-September), there was no bath, just a shower with a broken door. I had to keep the curtains closed because the L-shaped building design enabled other people to look directly into my room. I mentioned these shortcomings on the hotel feedback form but have yet to receive any contact from the hotel, despite specifically asking for an apology. I would not book into this hotel again.
2 out of 5
Our Customer stayed here in August 2011
we really enjoyed our stay at the ambassador, on arrival parking was great, staff were so friendly, our room was very clean and comfortable, we used the gym,jacuzzi, steam room and sauna it was nice and relaxing...
we had our breakfast there and one evening meal it was fabulous
if we stayed again id prefer a room easier to get to we spent more time in the elevator but we'd definatly stay again :o)
4 out of 5
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