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Fota Island Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course

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Indoor pool
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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Fota Island, Fota, Cork
  • Fota Wildlife Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • English Market
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University College Cork
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cork (ORK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 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 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Fota House Arboretum and Gardens and 8.1 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

  • Fota Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Titanic Experience Cobh - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Cork Opera House - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • English Market - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • University College Cork - 17 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Glounthaune Station - 10 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bramley's Lodge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Roaring Donkey - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ballynoe Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bakestone Café & Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Savannah Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Fota Island Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course
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.

Languages

English

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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
  • 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
  • Highchair
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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

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, American Express, Eurocard and Barclaycard. 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.

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

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 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fota Island Hotel & Spa on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$449.56, 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 prenatal 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.

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. 564 out of 834 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 834 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 834 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 834 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 834 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful suite. Great thermal suite. Amazing mud wrap treatment. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

10/10 Excellent

ROGER

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

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is set in stunning grounds … but you need to venture beyond the hotel to find them. Golf Clubhouse setting is stunning, lots of great forest paths for walking or running. Hotel itself is ok, very worn in places, bedrooms currently being refurbished. It’s a real flaff to use pool .. having to book in advance. Room toiletries poor … tho Voya toiletries in spa. Staff are very attentive and helpful .. . reception, concierge and waiting staff. Felt more like 4* property than 5* … but the setting makes it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

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

Little bit underwhelming, but enjoyed the stay

Lovely hotel & staff, would stay again. Although I wouldn’t say it’s 5 stars, from personal experience I have stayed in 4 star hotels that offer more. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rosaleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely family celebration in fora island. The staff were very attentive and obliging. It’s a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Cormac

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel but very hot bedroom

Spa experience was good and the hydropool and facilities were very good. Went to the pool at 6.30pm on a Thursday and it was very busy. Restaurant, bar, breakfast and staff are all good. The bedroom was lovely unfortunately the aircon was useless and there was a high pitch noise outside the window. Between the heat and the noise, I couldn't sleep which took away greatly from an otherwise good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadotte

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fab Stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning hotel! First time staying here and will most definitely be back. The stafff are all so friendly and super attentive, the rooms are spacious, spotless and prepared to a tee. Breakfast has such a hreat
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

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

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klarna

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

8/10 Good

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay in Fota, the staff were amazing and the food was amazing. The hotel itself is nice hotel but the spa is a bit underwhelming. My wife had a treatment and rated the treatment as excellent so that part is impressive it the spa facility itself that needs some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aideen

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

Fantastic stay

We had an amazing stay again at Fota Island Resort. The staff from check in to check out were excellent as always. Our gorgeous room was ready when we arrived at the hotel. A special thank you to all the staff who made our stay perfect again 😀
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maeve

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ciaran

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