Located in the heart of Cork city, this historic 4 star hotel is less than a minutes walk from the main shopping district, music and cultural venues and the famous English Market. Described as 'salubrious without pretension' the Imperial boasts 130 beautifully appointed, fully equipped, en suite guest rooms, each tastefully decorated in muted relaxing colours with large comfortable beds, adorned with crisp white bed linen.

The hotel chef has ready access to the superb range of fine, fresh local produce on his doorstep and this is reflected in the menus of the hotels' various restaurants, which enjoy a great reputation with both locals and visitors, as does the hotels unique "Escape Spa".

From here explore Ireland's second city - '2005 European Capital of Culture' with a wealth of traditional pubs, elegant cafes and great shops and of course the beautiful south coast. Enjoy a full day in Cork city, a day in the neighbouring fishing and yachting port of Kinsale - the acclaimed gourmet capital and, later in the week travel along the stunning coast of West Cork as far as Bantry Bay.