I would classify this as a good three-star hotel. We stayed in a room on the first floor at the front of the hotel. Hotel description states "spectacular view of the city and harbour"... but even from the second floor this was impossible. The hotel is only two floors high.
Anyway, only 10 minutes walk from the Cork city centre. Rooms were spacious, well-equipped, and well-maintained. Lift if required, but stairs were quicker. Excellent choice for breakfast from continental (including selection of cold meats, cheeses, fruits, and juices) to the cholesterol-packed full Irish breakfast of salmon, kippers, and smoked haddock. The hotel has just opened a new fitness suite which is complemented by a sauna, Jacuzzi, and steam room.