Many Hoteliers Across The City Are Reporting Full Occupancy This Bank Holiday Weekend

Thousands of visitors have descended on the city for the 42nd Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

It's estimated around 50,000 people visit the city every year for the annual festival.

Almost 100 different venues are taking part in the festivities with over 1,000 musicians taking part.

The Metropole Hotel is one of the main hubs for jazz this weekend and has reported full occupancy this weekend.

Speaking to RedFM News Ray Kelleher of The Metropole Hotel says weekends like this prove the need for more accommodation:

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