Ambassador Hotel

You are welcomed to the best of Irish hospitality in the beautiful City of Cork . Located on a hilltop, overlooking spectacular views of Cork City , the Ambassador Hotel Best Western is a charming hotel located on quiet grounds in the heart of Cork City . Just a few minutes walk from the main shopping business and cultural areas of the City, the Ambassador Hotel is close to all amenities. A strong sense of history is evident from the moment you enter the gates of the Ambassador Hotel. Built in 1872 as a Military Hospital and then later occupied as a nursing home, the Ambassador Hotel was opened as a hotel in June 1997. Its unique architectural design has been lovingly restored and transformed into the luxurious Ambassador Hotel. Once you have experienced the luxury accommodation and excellent dining, the warm professional service and the character at the Ambassador Hotel you are sure to return again and again.

Whether it's business or pleasure that brings people to the Ambassador Hotel, all of the hotels guests enjoy unrivalled attention and comfort. A feeling of generous spaciousness permeates throughout the hotel, particularly in the accommodation area, where the wide elegant corridors lead to 60 modern luxurious bedrooms. The calming effect of the rooms are further enhanced by a spectacular view over Cork City. The south facing building basks in the sun throughout the day, with many bedrooms boasting step out balconies, allowing the guest to enjoy the panoramic views over Cork City , the River Lee and the inner harbour.

All of the guest bedrooms are fully equipped with satellite television, direct dial telephone, modem links, hairdryer, iron trouser press and tea/coffee making facilities. Also on offer is accommodation specially designed for families and disabled guests. The luxurious decorated Presidential Suite offers magnificent vistas, which are complimented by a superbly fitted bathroom including Jacuzzi. The spaciousness allows you the option of hosting private dinners or cocktail parties. The Accommodation services at the Ambassador Hotel recently received the Cork City Silver Seal award for hygiene.

Season's Restaurant has established itself as one of Cork's finest Restaurants. The combination of distinctive food service and décor, along with good value and a friendly and warm service gives Season's Restaurant a cut above the rest. Set in a most elegant dining room the unequalled splendour of Season's Restaurant is matched only by the care and effort that goes into satisfying even the most discerning palate. Thanks to the energy of the Head Waiter and the accomplished cooking of the Head Chef "Daniel O'Leary", the quality of the food is as assured as the service.

The Embassy Bar is popular with Corkonians and guests alike, so enjoy a pint and the "craic" with the "locals" in the Embassy Bar. It's an ideal venue for meeting friends, evening socialising and pre-dinner receptions The large open fire and book filled shelves of the Cocktail Lounge, evokes images of restful Sunday afternoons. With comfortable surroundings, the Cocktail Lounge at the Ambassador is your "home from home", with an open fire, library and plush seating. You are invited to relax and enjoy the atmosphere with our resident pianist.