In the heart of Cork, Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offers a warm Irish welcome with an on-site restaurant serving delicious Irish cuisine and a bar to unwind. Relax in the sauna or steam room, take a dip in the indoor pool, and enjoy high-speed WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
John Redmond Street, Shandon, Cork, Cork, T23 X94W
What's nearby
Murphy's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bells of Shandon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
St. Anne's Shandon Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cork Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
English Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Cork Airport (ORK) - 19 min drive
Cork Kent Station - 16 min walk
Glounthaune Station - 18 min drive
Midleton Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Moxy Hotel - 4 min walk
Rising Sons Brewery - 5 min walk
The Abbot's Alehouse - 3 min walk
Gallagher's - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
About this property
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
When you stay at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Grain & Grill Restaurant, which serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
101 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1836
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Health club
An indoor pool
Bicycle parking
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
39-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Uses some LED lighting
Recycling
Special features
Dining
Grain & Grill Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Bells Bar - This bar specializes in Irish cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 21 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 9 PM.
Are pets allowed at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 21 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork and nearby?
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork?
What's the area around Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork like?
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork is in Shandon, a short 2-minute walk from Bells of Shandon and 2 minutes' walk from St. Anne's Shandon Church. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, good, and had a great choice with friendly and accommodating staff. (27 reviews)
The gym facilities were very nice and a great addition to the property. (5 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
May 20, 2026
Near to very good coffee places, some very good historical places closeby
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2026
Super helpful staff, great communication lovely hotel with great facilities, nothing too much trouble despite it being a very busy saint Patrick’s day weekend
Claire
Claire, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
The room was very nice and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Sean
Sean, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
The hotel is in a great location. It’s an easy walk from the train station and close to the city center. The automated check in process was quick and easy. The room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast had a lot of variety. It was a very nice place to stay.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 19, 2026
This is a superbly located hotel with friendly staff. The building and rooms have clearly seen better days and the hotel could do with some refurbishment and freshening up. Parking spaces are limited so we availed of a discounted rate at the nearby multi-storey car park. We didn't have breakfast at te hotel but we did purchase two coffees for €8. The place was reasonably clean and comfortable but somwhat overpriced in my opinion. I don't stay in hotels in Ireland often enough to compare but have stayed in substantially better hotels in other European cities for less.
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Very enjoyable stay, extremely central for the city.
Declan
Declan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2026
All the staff seemed lovely, but Salva in reception was particularly friendly and professional, thank you for a lovely stay
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2026
Absolutely spot on! Stayed for 3 nights. Staff were amazing. Would stay again without hesitation. Great value, pool and fitness area was great.
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2026
Lovely room, spotlessly clean. Great staff.
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Lovely staff and very clean roomd. Also great location
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
I love this hotel with is quirky nature. Renovated from an old hospital. The history and photographs are amazing. Parkig on site is limited but you can be lucky to get a space here. Worse case scenario there's another carpark near the hotel for a reasonable price. Staff are very friendly and for the age ofvthe building its very clean and well presented. A great spot
David
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2026
Room noisy, staff helpful especially with parking, Salva in reception very helpful
Eve
Eve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
I had a good room on the 5th floor with a good view of the church next door.
Room was tidy and made up everyday.
Breakfast selection is good and the bar is nice to sit in.
The car park is really tight and you are lucky if you get a space. Not a deal breaker though and i'd book to stay again.
Dave
Dave, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Clean room, ideal location and the staff were amazing 24/7.
Room was very big and had everything required, beds were very comfy.
Mervyn
Mervyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Room was amazing!! More than satisfied and would definitely stay again, if ever in Ireland again.
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2025
Great stay, great view from room over beautiful Cork, most importantly great bar & can poor a Guinness
Jeff
Jeff, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Booked 3 rooms. All spotless clean lovely bed linen & towels super comfy beds
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Staff were amazing.
Inta on reception was so helpfull when i booked the wrong type of room, she has a can do attitude which is a great attribute to have.Inta made us feel so welcome and special
Kealynn served us dinner in the bar and was engaging, like she knew us all our lives
Lorna
Lorna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
The hotel is very nice and the staff is excellent. We stayed 5 days and had a wonderful time. We definitely recommend.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
The room and overall hotel was very clean and uniform. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. The food was absolutely phenomenal! Will definitely be returning when we come back to Ireland for a visit!
Lindsay
Lindsay, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
It was a great place with spacious rooms and pool
joan
joan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Fabulous location, people and vountry
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Really wonderful location with friendly helpful staff!
Rooms were comfortable!
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2026
We stayed a night at the Maldron - had a standard double room booked. We ended up staying in a room marked “executive” on the second floor. The room was clean - if average - equipped with a small television, standard tea / coffee kit, and an electric plug in radiator (no air con). The bathroom while also generic, it was dated, with mould and grime all across the tiles, and the body wash dispenser was absolutely empty. A light fixture was also hanging out the bedroom ceiling. For the quality of room in comparison to price of nearby premier inns, for instance - definitely overpaid. Conveniently short walk to city center. Staff on the desk seemed friendly and helpful.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2025
Good location, limited parking & a pool. The hotel decor was a bit tired.