Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Cork Opera House

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Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Indoor pool
Breakfast and dinner served, Irish cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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John Redmond Street, Shandon, Cork, Cork, T23 X94W
  • Place, Bells of Shandon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double & Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cork

City center stay.With a stay at this Shandon hotel, you'll be steps from St. Anne's Shandon Church and Bells of Shandon. Also, Cork Opera House is within half a mile (1 km) and Cork City Hall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Murphy's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bells of Shandon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cork Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • English Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University College Cork - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 16 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moxy Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gallagher's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sin É - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corner House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cork Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Cork Opera House
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a health club, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A sauna, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1836
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers 101 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cork hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 21
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 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 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

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork to the airport?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is 5.2 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork.

How close is Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork to the beach?

This hotel is 15.3 mi (22-min drive) from Fountainstown Beach.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

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

Is there free parking at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork have a pool?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 9 PM.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork have a restaurant?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is home to Grain & Grill Restaurant, which features Irish cuisine.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork to downtown Cork?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is 0.3 mi away from Cork.

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Victoria, Columbus

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Geraldine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel excellent food and service the only problem is the parking had to park and walk to hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Parking was atrocious, inconveniently located if driving
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to pubs and shops, not much parking though
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

On Ki

Compared to other four star hotel we stayed in Ireland , this is not four-star. We booked three rooms, one of it was not cleaned ( bins were not emptied, towels not changed) after the first night. Bins were also not emptied for another room but towels were changed. There is very limited parking so we were given a voucher everyday for overnight parking in a car park that is five minutes away. The voucher only covered one third of the cost. The car park is very compact, we had to be very careful going in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, just add hot water

Large room, helpful staff, nicely appointed room and bathroom. The shower worked, but the water never got hot, just luke-warm. Small but functional elevator. Standard pub fare available in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael, guttenberg

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Noise was a big factor

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

denise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, people and vountry
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Clean room. Has a mini fridge and large bathroom. We had a family room with great configuration of beds. Easy to walk in town. Takes about 5-7 mins.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cian

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

6/10 Okay

Cian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqeline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Parking is limited and tricky to find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joan, Little Bay,

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place with spacious rooms and pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked the helpful staff. I didn’t like the stained furniture and floors
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025