Galentine’s Breaks in Cork – The Ultimate Girls’ Getaway at The Metropole Hotel
Valentine’s isn’t just for couples anymore. Galentine’s is all about celebrating friendship; best friends, sisters, mums, daughters or the people who make life brighter. It’s a time to reconnect, indulge, shop, dine and enjoy quality time together, without pressure or schedules.
Set in the heart of Cork City’s vibrant Victorian Quarter Cork, The Metropole Hotel Cork is the perfect base for a stylish Galentine’s escape; where timeless elegance meets city-centre energy.
What Is Galentine’s?
Galentine’s is a celebration of friendship and self-care. Think laughter-filled evenings, late-night chats, great food, shopping sprees and slow mornings; all enjoyed with your favourite people. Whether you’re marking Galentine’s Day itself or planning a long-overdue girls’ weekend, it’s about putting friendship first and making memories together.
To make your girls’ getaway effortless and indulgent, The Metropole Hotel has created two exclusive packages designed with Galentine’s in mind.
Bed, Breakfast & Charcuterie Cheese Board & Wine
Perfect for friends who love relaxed luxury and cosy catch-ups, this offer is ideal for arriving, switching off and settling in together.
Includes:
- Artisan charcuterie & locally sourced Cork cheese board (to share)
- Bottle of house wine
- Overnight accommodation in one of our beautifully appointed rooms
Full à la carte Irish breakfast
Bed, Breakfast and Dinner
Exclusive Offer
For friends who want to experience the best of Cork City with everything seamlessly organised.
Includes:
- Overnight accommodation in a stylish city-centre room
- Two-course evening meal in The MET Restaurant
- Full à la carte breakfast
- Car parking included
Dine together, explore Cork’s nightlife and enjoy a stress-free stay where every detail is taken care of.
Galentine’s in the Victorian Quarter (VQ)
The Victorian Quarter is Cork’s most atmospheric and exciting district and it’s right on The Metropole’s doorstep. Packed with bars, late-night venues and exceptional restaurants, it’s ideal for a girls’ night out that starts effortlessly and ends just steps from your hotel room.
From pre-dinner drinks to post-shopping cocktails, the VQ offers a vibrant yet sophisticated backdrop for your Galentine’s celebration.
Shopping Heaven: Cork City Centre
No Galentine’s break is complete without a proper shopping spree and Cork City delivers in style.
Just a short stroll from The Metropole Hotel, Opera Lane is Cork’s premier shopping destination, home to high-end fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. Whether you’re browsing, indulging or booking a personal shopping experience, Opera Lane offers a luxurious and relaxed retail atmosphere.
Luxury & Boutique Shopping in Cork
Cork City Centre is a dream for fashion lovers, offering a blend of iconic brands and independent boutiques, including:
- Brown Thomas – Designer fashion, beauty and accessories
- Flannels – Contemporary luxury and statement pieces
- Samui – Stylish, trend-led fashion
- Olori – Elegant, tailored, timeless wardrobe essentials
- Pure Boutique Douglas – Curated fashion favourites
- Phoenix V – Glamour, occasion wear and standout looks
From wardrobe updates to statement accessories, Cork offers everything needed for a truly indulgent girls’ shopping weekend.
Stay, Shop, Sip & Celebrate
At The Metropole Hotel, Galentine’s is about more than just a stay; it’s about creating space to relax, reconnect and celebrate the friendships that matter most. With elegant surroundings, exceptional dining, unbeatable shopping and Cork City’s best nightlife on your doorstep, it’s the ultimate destination for a girls’ getaway.
Gather the group, book your Galentine’s break and let Cork City do the rest. – See More
