Plans lodged for hotel on Leisureplex site in Cork City

The site was previously home to the Coliseum cinema which remained open for more than 50 years

The Leisureplex premises is located on the corner of MacCurtain Street and Brian Boru Street.

Plans for a hotel development in Cork city centre have come before Cork City Council.

Located on the Leisureplex site at 1 MacCurtain Street and Brian Boru Street, it would represent a significant development in the city if approved. Planners are assessing the proposal from PI Hotels and Restaurants Ireland Limited.