Talbot Hotel Cork

Location & Accessibility: Many users appreciated the convenient location, noting its proximity to Cork, Blarney Castle, and nearby walks, bars, and restaurants. The hotel offers ample parking, making it easily accessible for travelers.

Arrived at this Hotel on the afternoon of 31/07/2025 to be met with a smiling and very welcoming member of the reception staff. A swift registration, and I am on my way to a lovely room on the first floor. The room was immaculate with a super comfortable bed. Air conditioning was a welcome addition due to a warm afternoon. Unfortunately, I received a call to inform me of an urgent presentation needed via Zoom at 5 pm. Starting to panic, I approached reception to ask about a room with a screen, but unfortunately, there were none available. Pressure was beginning to build with stress levels getting out of hand. and that was when I met a beautiful Lady. This lady could read my stress levels and asked how I was doing. It turns out this Lady was none other than the General Manager, Janice. Within 10 minutes, Janice had organized a room with a large screen ready to use. She had me set up with a staff member with a sound knowledge of technology on standby to assist if needed—an excellent professional service provided by a very experienced staff. Two and a half hours later, after a successful meeting, I went to the Bistro for food. Service was excellent and the food was hot and delicious. I also notice some very excited children coming from the pool within the hotel. Happy smiles all around, and it's great to see. I have no hesitation in recommending this hotel for both business and leisure. Janice certainly lived up to the Hebrew origin for her name, "God is gracious, or a gift from God." An enjoyable, comfortable stay with a professional staff providing excellent service.

If I could rate it zero I would. Matresses covered in urine and faeces in both mine and freinds rooms. Were told by the deputy manager that all the rooms on the first floor were like that. We eventually changed rooms 1am on the Friday. Carpets were really dirty and shower in my freinds room didnt work. We were eventually given rooms again on the Saturday after an argument from the manager who said we were being unreasonable. They then checked people into our rooms and onto the same disgusting matresses. If your staying would advise stripping back the beds to check but would advise people don’t stay here.