Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with an indoor pool, steps from Bells of Shandon

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Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Indoor pool
Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served, Irish cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

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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)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double & Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Cork

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Cork awaits you at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork. Within steps you'll find St. Anne's Shandon Church and Bells of Shandon. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .The restaurant, Grain & Grill Restaurant, serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Bells Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Shandon hotel include Cork Opera House and Cork City Hall is within 15 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Murphy's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bells of Shandon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cork Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • English Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University College Cork - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪Rising Sons Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paladar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

Family-friendly hotel with an indoor pool, steps from Bells of Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers its guests a kids' pool, an indoor pool, a health club, and Access to 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers 101 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8 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

Restaurants on site

  • Bells Bar
  • Grain & Grill Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1836
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 39-inch TV with premium satellite channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and from 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 guest room 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 all 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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$228.12, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

The closest beach to Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is Fountainstown Beach (18.1 km).

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork have a pool?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 9 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork features a health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is a hit with families.

Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered weekdays from 7 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

No, Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was very friendly and provided amazing service. The hotel itself just seemed like a patch job and paint cover up. When we got into our room there was a broken cell phone shoved into the kettle and the sink faucet was broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dominic

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Noblesville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice and the staff is excellent. We stayed 5 days and had a wonderful time. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Meagan

Liked: Staff & service
Budget friendly, not a bad stay for a few nights max. The plumbing could be better, but the customer service was defintely the highlight. Very accomodating with any issues we encountered.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

holland

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The culinary service professionals running the breakfast buffet were very detailed in keeping the facility clean and were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria, Columbus

Travelled 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 traveller
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled 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