Experience world-class service at Fota Island Hotel and Spa

The 5-star Fota Island Hotel boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, a swimming pool and beautifully designed rooms with countryside views and luxury bathrooms. Cork is just 8 miles away. Bedrooms at Fota Island feature flat-screen satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi and an interactive video system. They also include mini-bars, seating areas and bathrooms with walk-in showers and bathrobes. Huge windows allow light to flood into the spacious and stylish Fota Restaurant. It serves fine traditional and international cuisine and has a terrace for al fresco dining. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea or a cocktail in the relaxing Amber Lounge or The Spike Bar. The hotel boasts 18 treatment rooms where guests can enjoy massages, hydrotherapy and thermal suites. Guests can work out in the state-of-the-art gym. Ireland’s large wildlife park, Fota Wildlife Park is a 5-minute walk away. Cork Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness centre

Golf course (within 3 km)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Fota Island

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • P
    Paul
    Ireland Ireland
    The hotel is fantastic, spotless clean, a warm welcome, very helpful team there to assist with anything we needed, our meal was beautiful, room was luxurious.
  • Sean
    Ireland Ireland
    Very friendly and helpful staff.very comfortable hotel.
  • Kate
    Ireland Ireland
    The attention to detail, how they were with our toddler, the facilities. They even gave a little teddy in the travel cot that’s was set up in the room
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was amazing Rooms very comfortable Food in the restaurant exceptional Nice pool and gym Grounds lovely for walking and running in
  • Simi
    Ireland Ireland
    Fabulous Hotel. All staff from Reception, Restaurant Manager and staff and House keeping very polite and helpful.
  • Kate
    Ireland Ireland
    The attention to detail was incredible, staff were helpful and friendly. Food was delicious!! Spa and pool also lovely
  • Amanda
    Ireland Ireland
    The friendliness of the staff the moment we arrived into the hotel. I I am visually impaired and the assistance from the staff was amazing. I didn’t need to declare my disability. The staff were just so clued in this made my stay so much better.
  • Mark
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything was excellent. Food . atmosphere. Great Xmas vibes
  • Christine
    Ireland Ireland
    The restaurant staff were fantastic, we had small kids and they went out of their way for us
  • Craig
    Ireland Ireland
    Exceptional staff in all areas from reception to restaurant, from concierge to accommodation staff, fantastic facilities, well-coordinated spacious rooms, fabulous surroundings, excellent food, beautiful landscaped gardens with walking trails....

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish • International

Resort facilities of Fota Island Hotel and Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Activities

  • Entertainment staff
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Reception services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Babysitting/child services

Cleaning services

  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Indoor swimming pool

  • Open all year

Wellness

  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Fota Island Hotel and Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The hotel is wheelchair accessible and provides reserved parking spaces at the front of the hotel.

A valid credit or debit card is required upon arrival in order to check in. Please note that the hotel does not accept prepaid credit cards or cash upon arrival. Pre-authorisation will be requested to be debited from your credit card upon check in. This is a pre-authorisation only. No funds are captured until check out. Should you wish to pay with debit card, full payment is required upon arrival

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Fota Island Hotel and Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Fota Island Hotel and Spa

  • The prices at Fota Island Hotel and Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Fota Island Hotel and Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Guests staying at Fota Island Hotel and Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • Check-in at Fota Island Hotel and Spa is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Fota Island Hotel and Spa is 450 yards from the centre of Fota Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Fota Island Hotel and Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Children's playground
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool
    • Entertainment staff

  • Room options at Fota Island Hotel and Spa include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double
    • Suite