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Fota Island Hotel & Spa

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Escape to Fota Island Hotel & Spa, where luxury meets adventure. Tee off with golf lessons or unwind with hydrotherapy at the onsite spa. Enjoy a family-friendly meal at Fota Restaurant and connect with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 24-hour room service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is €275
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May

Why we love this property

Work meets play paradise
This hotel combines business essentials with a full-service spa. Tackle tasks in meeting rooms, then indulge in massages, golf, or ziplining adventures.
Gourmet dining options
A restaurant serves flavourful meals throughout the day, complemented by a lively bar scene. Guests savour buffet breakfasts and arrange private picnics.
Golf paradise awaits
A hotel with an 18-hole golf course, driving range, and clubhouse. Take pro lessons, use golf carts, or unwind at the full-service spa after a round.

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
Fota Island, Fota, Cork

What's nearby

  • Belvelly Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fota Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Stephen Pearce - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Fota House Arboretum and Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University College Cork - 21 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 31 min drive
  • Glounthaune Station - 15 min drive
  • Midleton Station - 17 min drive
  • Fota Station - 19 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Bramley's Lodge - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Leaf - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fitzpatricks Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bakestone Café & Deli - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fota Island Hotel & Spa

  • Placing you within a 10-minute drive of Fota House Arboretum and Gardens, Fota Island Hotel & Spa features a golf course and a rooftop terrace. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Fota Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 131 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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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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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Off-site

    • Free area shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Free local shuttle
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Archery
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Mini golf
  • Ziplining
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf caddy on-site
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Golf clubs on-site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course on-site
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Fota Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Spike Bar – This bar only serves light fare.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Fota Island Hotel
Fota Island
Fota Island Sheraton
Sheraton Hotel Cork
Sheraton Cork
Sheraton Fota Island Hotel
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Fota
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel
Fota Island Hotel & Spa Hotel Fota

Frequently asked questions

Does Fota Island Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fota Island Hotel & Spa 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Fota Island Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as archery and zip-lining, and practise your swing on the golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes Pilates and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Fota Island Hotel & Spa also has a sauna, a steam room and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Fota Island Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Fota Restaurant.

What's the area around Fota Island Hotel & Spa like?

Fota Island Hotel & Spa is located a short 1-minute walk from Belvelly Golf Course.

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Reviews

Fota Island Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The spa facilities were excellent, relaxing, and wonderful, with many guests praising their cleanliness and amenities. (17 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, and top-notch with a great choice of options. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Spa was brilliant, pool & sauna. Food was good plenty of options! Room was clean and staff were great, very friendly and helpful!
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, the hotel is just beautiful. Every single staff member was so lovely, professional and down to earth.
Marie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, amazing staff, delicious breakfast
Laura, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly and property and grounds very good
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional location in a charming park landscape, very friendly and helpful staff, luxuriously furnished rooms, rich and high-quality breakfast
Jens, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, great food at the restaurant, and most of the staff were great.
Allison Michelle, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel.

Good room, great bed, great shower, friendly and happy staff.
ROGER, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great food, wonderful area, wonderful rooms
Ashley, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay with good facilities. However Need to invest in bigger gym
Muzzamil, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The spa is absolutely amazing!
Brad, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything 10/10

Great hotel - such a relaxing break. Staff were fabulous and spa and food was amazing. Really enjoyed the stay and will be returning again.
Paula, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was everything that we expected! Excellent accommodation,lovely food,and pleasant and helpful staff.
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I ordered room service and got a lovely dinner and dessert. It arrived quickly and was very tasty
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff and facilities were exceptional
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay. Service and staff were first class. Very glad we stayed here.
Aaron, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We liked the little details such as the welcome treats and the staff, very friendly and helpful.
Isaac, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The location and atmosphere
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We had a lovely family celebration in fora island. The staff were very attentive and obliging. It’s a beautiful location
Rosaleen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

5 stars in every way, amazing staff, facilities, spa,… sad we couldn’t stay longer.
Eric, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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 😀
Aideen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel

Very comfortable room. Staff so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. Spa was lovely
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What an amazing visit!! First class service and amenities!!! Excellent food,drinks,and the staff was exceptional!!! Can’t wait to visit again
Paul Sean, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fota lsland hotel visit.

It was an amazing stay with excellent facilities & very friendly staff who provided a very welcoming & efficient service at all times. I would recommend this hotel to everyone & we hope to stay there again in the future.
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Lauren, 3-night trip