Clayton Hotel in Cork

Show the bride-to-be and her guests that they're in for a truly special weekend from the start with the Clayton Hotel. Set in its own landscaped gardens only 1.2km from the brilliant nightlife that's made Cork into one of Ireland's must-visit party towns, this is the ideal place to get your pre-wedding celebrations started in style.

Raise a glass of something bright and sparkling to your guest of honour in the bar, keep the girls well-fed with a delicious dinner in the restaurant, or make your way outdoors to the sun terrace with BBQ facilities for a group selfie before heading into town. However you choose to get your party started, it'll have that extra touch of class the bride deserves for her special weekend.

Many of the spacious bedrooms include views over the River Lee, as well as free WiFi, 42" LCD TV, complimentary toiletries, water and tea/coffee, in-room safe and a telephone… Psssst, room service is on direct dial if you can't bring yourself to escape your duvet in the morning.

The hotel also has a really friendly reception team on hand 24 hours a day, plus luggage storage and currency exchange which is especially handy if you're planning a big night out on Cork's cobbled streets.

Any designated drivers can breathe a deep sigh of relief as Clayton's car park is free throughout your stay and you'll also be able to enjoy free access to a leisure centre just 10 minutes away with a swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and steam room. (#hangovercure).