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Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near University College Cork

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception
Exterior
Meeting facility
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

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Southmall, Cork, Co. Cork, T12EE72
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University College Cork
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double & Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Cork

Heart of Cork.A stay at this Cork City Centre hotel places you steps from Crane Lane Theatre and within a 5-minute walk of Oliver Plunkett Street. Cork City Hall and Trinity Bridge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • English Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University College Cork - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cork City Gaol - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 12 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Lane - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Oliver Plunkett - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Chocolate Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lafayettes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crane Lane - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

4-star eco-certified hotel near University College Cork
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 5 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 163 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 2018
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City offers 163 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and December 26.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Maldron Hotel Southmall Cork
Maldron Southmall Cork
Maldron Southmall
Maldron South Mall Cork City
Maldron Hotel Southmall
Maldron Mall Cork City Cork
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City Cork
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City Hotel
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City Hotel Cork

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City to the airport?

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City is 4.9 mi (12-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City on Oct 5, 2025 start from $148.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City.

How close is Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City to the beach?

This hotel is 14.9 mi (22-min drive) from Fountainstown Beach and 15 mi (23-min drive) from Myrtleville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 17 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City have a pool?

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City does not have a pool.

Does Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City to downtown Cork?

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City is 0.2 mi away from Cork.

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1025 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Shifteh, mission viejo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We had to switch rooms due to a strong mold smell and hair and trash found behind the curtains. The second room, right next door, was slightly better, but the bathroom had a funky odor. It was also very noisy, as the room shook every time neighbors opened or closed their doors. To make things worse, cigarette smoke drifted in whenever the windows were open, since staff were smoking directly below. On top of that, the hotel is located on a busy street with constant traffic and construction noise, making it difficult to get any rest. Staff were great and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 608. Hotel/bar next door would dump their bottles and recycling at all hours. Loud enough to waken you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Nice hotel in city centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely renovated hotel in the city centre . Plan your parking before arriving at hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, and the area had a lot of shops and restaurants. It was hard to figure out where to park, but the hotel does have a good deal with a parking garage (we had to move our car over there after check in).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ju Wan

Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

J E

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in the heart of Cork. We were given a basemenr room with no river view jist a wall of another building, most likely because we booked through Expedia and not direct. But it was a quiet and comfortable. Front desk staff are very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

First impressions were good - room was clean and modern. However, the farcical air con counteracts any good points as it was impossible to sleep. It's set centrally to 19 and you can't change it. This wouldn't be so bad if it actually worked but the room was boiling (especially early in the morning when the sun streamed in the floor-to-ceiling windows and the air con didn't kick in). When we spoke to reception they assured us that they would override the 'auto set to 19' feature to allow us to change the temperature. That night, the air con was disabled altogether so we ended up on the phone to reception at midnight and 2.30am when the person on the other end said 'yes I can see from here that your room is currently 23 degrees'. They then brought us a comically small desk fan. The next morning on checkout, I asked to speak to the manager to talk about this dreadful experience and was told that although he wasn't there right then, he would be in touch later. It's now been 10 days and I've sent 2 emails to the guest relations manager, and so far I have been ignored. If you can't give your guests a good night's sleep due to something as basic as temperature control, you're fundamentally failing in your purpose as a hotel. Unfortunately the Maldron seems to have a 'we've got your money so we don't care' approach to service. Especially disappointing considering we were in Cork to run the half marathon and could really have done with some sleep.
The Maldron's substitute for air con - bottle for scale
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Maldron Hotel South Mall in Cork is a great place to stay—clean, modern, and just a short 10-minute walk from shops, restaurants, and city sights. The rooms are fresh and comfortable, with cozy beds and surprisingly roomy bathrooms. Perfect for relaxing after a long day of exploring. The staff were incredibly helpful. They held my bags for several hours after checkout and even called a taxi to the airport without me needing to ask. That kind of thoughtful service makes all the difference. And when you're hungry, you don’t need to go far. Just head downstairs—every meal I had there was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Snoqualmie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location incredibly walkable to everything in the center of Cork. Easy to get to and from by car as well. Room was big and clean (but get above the "third" floor as it's street level and there are rooms below, facing a courtyard). Highly recommended as a base for exploring the many pubs, restaurants, cafés, and sights Cork and the surrounding countryside has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location! We did not rent cars, we used Irish Train, Bus Tours, public transit, and mostly walking. Hotel close to everything, sights to see, restaurants, pubs, etc. We had a fantastic 4 days in Cork and area.
Oliver Plunket street and pub, only 3 min walk from hotel. You are truly in Cork City Center.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Unsettling Experience Despite Comfortable Stay

We booked four rooms for a one-night stopover in Cork. Check-in was scheduled for 3:00 PM, and we arrived around 3:45 PM. However, the front desk staff initially seemed unsure whether two of the four rooms were ready. After about 10 minutes, we were told all rooms were available. Our room was located on the first floor and had a musty smell, although the other rooms were fine. The beds were clean and comfortable. Unfortunately, our experience took a turn later that evening. At around 10:00 PM, we were startled when someone unexpectedly entered our room and exclaimed, “Oh no, someone is already staying in here!” Shortly after, the front desk called us to verify that we were indeed in the correct room. They then proceeded to call all four of our rooms to confirm who was checked in, which left us feeling quite uneasy for the rest of the night. We hope this was an isolated incident and not reflective of the hotel’s usual operations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk staff were not to inviting. In fact, one staff member was a bit rude. Location was good and there are quite a few restaurants in that area. Hotel interiors and rooms are updated and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff were very professional, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was excellent. We ordered room service 3 of the 5 nights we were there and every meal was incredibly delicious. But best of all the location was perfect! Very short (10 minutes or less) walking distance to lots of great restaurants, pubs and shopping. We even walked to the train station (only 12 minutes) to visit Cobh, a great seaside town just 1/2 hour ride from Cork.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean , everything worked, really friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable bed and spacious room. Shower excellent and regular towel changes. Only minor comment was that the air conditioning did not go below 19 C and the window only opened a fraction for safety.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

PETER, Keene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025