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Fota Island Hotel & Spa

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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a spa area.
A stone building with outdoor seating and a pond.
A large indoor water feature with a person sitting in a pool, surrounded by large windows and indoor plants.
A hotel with a waterfall feature, a stone structure, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious living room with a large round coffee table, a grey sofa, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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Fota Island, Fota, Cork
  • Place, Belvelly Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fota Wildlife Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fota House Arboretum and Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are two windows with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a lamp.

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a vase of flowers, a view of the city, and a comfortable seating area.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of greenery through the window.

Deluxe Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a bedside telephone, and a mirror reflecting the room.

Luxury Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Fota

A luxury stay in Fota awaits you at Fota Island Hotel & Spa. You'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Fota House Arboretum and Gardens and 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Titanic Experience Cobh. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a golf course and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy and hydrotherapy along with access to the mud bath. The restaurant, Fota Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Spike Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. 6 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. On weekday mornings buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Fota hotel include Jameson Experience and Cork Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Belvelly Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fota Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fota House Arboretum and Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • English Market - 19 min drive - 24.1 km
  • University College Cork - 21 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Glounthaune Station - 15 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bramley's Lodge - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Leaf - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Connie Doolans - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Cafe Bistro - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Fota Island Hotel & Spa

Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 6 meeting rooms. A fitness centre, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the luxury Fota Island Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Fota hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers 131 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 18 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amber Lounge
  • Fota Restaurant
  • Spike Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 18 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 27 December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business centre
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Tennis courts

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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 6.50 for children

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Fota Hotel
Fota Island
Fota Island Hotel
Hotel Fota
Hotel Fota Island
Fota Island Hotel Spa
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Fota
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel Fota

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fota Island Hotel & Spa on 2 Nov 2026 start from NZ$370, 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.

Is parking available at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Fota Island Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Fota Island Hotel & Spa is Myrtleville Beach (13.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Fota Island Hotel & Spa. It has a hot tub, a steam room, a sauna and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Fota Island Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and golf lessons. All guestrooms come with Tempur-Pedic beds, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Fota Island Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fota Island Hotel & Spa.

Is Fota Island Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and supervised childcare, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Fota Island Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Fota Island Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

No, Fota Island Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 23 until December 27.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Fota Island Hotel & Spa has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range, golf lessons, mini golf and golf caddies are also available.

Fota Island Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 922 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 922 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 922 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 922 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 922 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Evevything good from check in to breakfast, staff very friendly and helpful in both the Golf club and Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent resort. Some minor cleanliness issues but otherwise a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Starting to look a little tired in the rooms, but clean and the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Nice public areas,comfortable bedrooms and first class bathrooms. Very good breakfast and food in adjoining clubhouse was excellent. The only thing we did not like was leaving and hope to rectify this in not too distant future
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is gorgeous. The whole experience from start to finish was brilliant. All the staff were friendly & helpful. The room and bathroom were spacious and spotlessly clean. And the breakfast was lovely too with a great selection of everything. Hoping to return again sometime.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was brilliant, pool & sauna. Food was good plenty of options! Room was clean and staff were great, very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, amazing staff, delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay, the hotel is just beautiful. Every single staff member was so lovely, professional and down to earth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and property and grounds very good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All parts of Foto we experienced were beyond expectations. It was a special spot and a perfect respite from Dublin for a long weekend. Every staff that we came in contact with exceeded our expectations. The minute we came thru the gates, the beauty of the resort was astounding. The food was fabulous. Every meal was a treat. Hope to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and amenities. Great breakfast in morning. My only grip would have been that I thought the food was overpriced for what it was. In the bar area €24 for a burger that was just average and a starter at €16. The service was excellent though and maybe that was why it costs so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were fantastic and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location in a charming park landscape, very friendly and helpful staff, luxuriously furnished rooms, rich and high-quality breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, wonderful area, wonderful rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great food at the restaurant, and most of the staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful hotel.

Good room, great bed, great shower, friendly and happy staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

A beautiful fantastic hotel .warm welcome.. lovely food..relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The spa is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing night spent here. The spa was great and the rooms were very spacious. Loved the bathtub and the bed was very cosy. The Amber Lounge was delicious too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens, excellent and attentive staff, fantastic food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic hotel

Amazing hotel, the staff were so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the little details such as the welcome treats and the staff, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay with good facilities. However Need to invest in bigger gym
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Service and staff were first class. Very glad we stayed here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024