Wedding Reviews for Castlemartyr Resort

welcoming and warm, and delivered on his promise for the weather on our big day!!! The Resort and surrounding grounds are stunning, the staff are extremely friendly and the food was delicious. Our guests were very impressed and they especially enjoyed the late breakfast the next morning.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

very special. Too many people to even mention! From the moment of even considering Castlemartyr as an option, we were never going to go elsewhere; not only are the grounds and venue amazing but the staff were incredible at every stage from planning, to the evening itself, and since thereafter. We have a young daughter who was with us one of the occasions we went to visit the hotel before the wedding and they treated our whole family with unbelievable generosity and kindness. Our wedding guests highlighted how amazing the experience and the food was on the day, not to mention the late breakfast the day after. We were made to feel special and I honestly couldn't fault anything. Living abroad, Jackie made the whole experience that much easier and pleasurable, coming up with ideas and overall reducing our stress levels! Now anytime we have a need to travel to Cork for any reason, Castlemartyr is always our first choice, we have stayed in contact with Jackie and the hotel, and even now they are as helpful as ever! Its a beautiful resort and I'd highly recommend Castlemartyr to anyone looking at wedding venues. They truly went above and beyond to make our day special, so much so we even had our guests comment on how great their staff were, along the food and facilities/resort.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

helpful throughout. The food is a particular highlight at Castlemartyr with many of our guests astonished at the extremely high standard. Rooms at the Resort are another highlight, again many of our guests were blown away by them. Overall, we would highly recommend Castlemartyr to any couple looking for a 5 star experience for their special day! We cannot wait for our next stay at the Resort!

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

absolute pleasure and nothing was too much for them. The level of professionalism, care and flexibility was second to none and I cannot recommend Castlemartyr Resort and their amazing staff enough. The food was incredible and all of our guests commented on the venue, the food and the amazing atmosphere. It is a day we will always always treasure and we will never forget the treatment we got.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

welcoming Olivia only seven months prior to our wedding day. We only travelled three times to Ireland prior to the wedding so email and phone calls was all we could have to communicate. Having said that, Jackie and her team seem to have their computers glued to their hands. I doubt there was a time we had to wait for more than 1-2 hours for a reply. Each time the replies were detailed, accurate and reassuring. We quite took the back seat for a few weeks knowing Jackie had everything under control. This however resulted in us changing our minds on some details quite close to the wedding day... a wedding planners worst nightmare you'd imagine. The resort never made us feel unreasonable or uncomfortable with our requests and ALWAYS tried their best (and managed) to satisfy our desires. Even when it lashed up until one hour prior to the outdoor ceremony, the staff where locked and loaded and set up outdoors in record time. Yes, we were graced with enough dry weather to finish our ceremony. The pictures are awesome! The venue was beautifully set. There is a sense of privacy that separates you from the hotel guests, which was what we primarily looked for. My groomsmen/best man had quite the good life at the wedding - the resort were on top of things, most often kindly nudging me with the days schedule.. not intruding at all. The food and beverage service, is equal to no other in my opinion. None of this deceiving belly filling gimmicks we've all seen at weddings. Quality meats, fresh produce and an excellently well balanced menu. My guests still speak of our wedding. I would also add a 6th star category, 'Personal', which is what Castlemartyr has made this to be. Thankyou.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

the celebrations as much as possible!) we decided to have a 3-day affair for our wedding. A major benefit to Castlemartyr is that it provided the ideal venue for this - we were able to have food and drinks with our guests in Castlemartyr both the night before the wedding, and the day after the wedding! Once we moved into Castlemartyr we did not have to leave - so even though our wedding was just 1 day, it felt like we got excellent value for money as we were actually around the venue for 4 days. Castlemartyr is the perfect wedding venue, for many reasons:

1 - Staff: The staff at Castlemartyr are so friendly, helpful and professional. From as far back as when we were enquiring about having our wedding in Castlemartyr, to staying there for our Wedding Tasting, right up until our Wedding Day weekend, all staff were so courteous and pleasant to deal with. All of our guests also found the staff to be so friendly and polite, and excellent at their jobs.

2 - Wedding Planner: When you book your wedding at Castlemartyr you are assigned a wedding planner - which is an excellent bonus. Our wedding planner was Elaine and she helped us with absolutely everything relating to the wedding reception. It was great to have someone there that you could rely on every step of the way. Elaine was a true professional, and it was clear that she loved her job which is nice to see. She went above and beyond for us!

3 - Grounds: Castlemartyr Resort is a stunning venue - our wedding photos and wedding video look like something right out of a bridal magazine as ALL areas are so picturesque!

In conclusion, I would highly recommend Castlemartyr to any couple looking for a 5 star wedding venue.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

are second to none - particularly the fabulous Jackie Day who was our wedding planner, and Trevor and Kay who also helped to expertly manage the day. They were completely focused on making sure that we were relaxed and happy about things from the time of our initial visit to the hotel; right up to the wedding day itself and beyond. We organised our wedding while living abroad, which brought its own challenges, and they couldn't have been kinder and more understanding in all their dealings with us throughout.

We were particularly impressed by the warm welcome bestowed upon both of our families as they checked in the night before the wedding - we really felt completely at home straightaway and fully able to wind down after a busy week of organisation! Our guests all loved the food on the day; from the drinks reception canapes to the wedding meal itself and the snacks at midnight. The function room was just the right size - intimate and located away from the main body of the hotel so that we had privacy. There is also a beautiful spa, Italian restaurant and golf course so there were plenty of other facilities to enjoy over the weekend.

We organised our flowers and make-up with suppliers in the village of Castlemartyr so there are a lot of excellent wedding-related amenities close by as well. There are a great range of accommodation options available in the hotel - from suites to self-catering group lodges on the grounds - which provided great flexibility for our guests.

In summary, an absolutely fantastic venue which left us with charming memories of consummate professionalism, gentle generosity and good humour. Many thanks Castlemartyr!

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

and so well kept.

When we first met with the hotel in 2019 we knew we were going to be in good hands. Considering the difficulties around pandemic re plans and restrictions we believe we were proven right. Throughout all, the hotel remained professional, understanding and as flexible as possible. A much reduced wedding in terms of number than originally planned, it became the big wonderful day we hoped for nonetheless.

Couldn't recommend the Castlemartyr Resort more.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

descended on the resort and had a fantastic evening in the Living Room where we all enjoyed Franchinis pizzas and drinks from the hugely helpful Khan and his staff.

On the wedding day itself, they went above and beyond to ensure ourselves and our guests had the most fantastic day imaginable. A special mention has to go to our fantastic coordinator Elaine, nothing was ever a problem and we always had serious laughs when we got together also, she did everything she possibly could to ensure we had a magical day and we really did!

The morning of the wedding was a little crazy as our photographer double booked us, but within seconds the Castlemartyr staff were on the phones and emails trying to sort it out and left no stone unturned until we had a photographer. We had the lovely Jason drive us to and from the venue to the church and he was an absolute gentleman and really calmed the nerves. Once the crisis was averted the day was truly spectacular, the service, the food, the atmosphere just everything was amazing and that is down to the professionalism and kindness of the staff at Castlemartyr.

The food was absolutely fantastic and all of our guests are still talking about its sheer excellence. A huge thank you to all the staff at Castlemartyr but in particular Elaine, Raouf, Kay, Donagh, Trevor and Brendan. Our wedding day exceeded all of our expectations and really was the best day of our lives. Thank you all so much! Dervla

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

Jackie Day was our wedding coordinator and nothing was ever an issue or a problem to her, she literally answered all of our questions within hours / days and always helped with suggestions and advice. She was a pleasure to deal with and so witty - a credit to Castlemartyr.

On Friday we had our church rehearsal and had family and friends stay over. Jackie booked out 'The Living Room' for us for the evening where we had finger food and drinks. The cocktails are absolutely amazing! On the Saturday, the wedding morning, everyone was on hand to make sure we had everything we needed and went above and beyond my expectations. Breakfast, brunch, prosecco and strawberries were brought to the room for me and my bridal party. Any last minute hiccups were sorted with ease and everything was just perfect.

The arrival reception provided for us and our guests was amazing; canapes, prosecco, cider punch. The evening 5-course meal was the highlight for many guests! The quality of the food was outstanding with steaks cooked absolutely perfectly.

On Sunday morning, we had our own banqueting room with table service breakfast for all of our guests, where the room was ours right up until 1pm. Guests used the leisure and spa facilities, ate in the bar, and had drinks in the bar for the day.

Our guests are still talking about the staff at Castlemartyr, how they were treated, and how they cannot wait to return for a future visit. Many said it was the best wedding venue they have ever been to. I cannot thank the staff at Castlemartyr enough, genuinely. It was the most perfect weekend and I think about it every day! Julie X x

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

waiting long for a reply. She bent to many of our requests with ease and was happy to facilitate. She was highly professional and organised and it made our day so much easier knowing she was taking care of us. She never once slipped up and I cannot say enough about her. She was simply, amazing.

Castlemartyr was a fabulous venue. They looked after us so well, from the food to the staff to the rooms. We had the most beautiful room and both our sets of parents were put up in gorgeous set ups. My dad is in a wheelchair and it was never a hassle for them to come and collect him. We genuinely cannot praise them enough. They went above and beyond our expectations and we would recommend them to anyone.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

build up was just the highlight of our day and we always looked forward to it!

The pre wedding menu tasting was beyond indulgent. We took the time to stay the night and seriously enjoyed it. We could not wait for what was ahead. On the day every guest raved about the food the quality and the service from every staff member!

Huge shout out though has to go to the greatest wedding planner- Elaine! We always came away with smiles on our faces and sore sides from laughing so hard with her she is just brilliant! She had every detail organised and was always beyond professional and kind. She made our day the greatest. It felt like we were being welcomed by a friend when we arrived to Castlemartyr on the day which was so lovely. Sincere thanks to her and Kay who ensured everything went off without a hitch from that afternoon and well into to the wee hours of the morning.

Look no further than this stunning location for the most elegant beautiful and timeless wedding celebration!!

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

and most importantly kept us cool, calm and collected throughout when any anxieties or stresses arose. Castlemartyr itself, in terms of venue was only spectacular and this was matched with great quality produce and attentive staff throughout our wedding day. Our guests too were highly complimentary of the food, which for an Irish wedding is an absolute must! We would both highly recommend Castlemartyr Resort as a top quality wedding venue.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

worry about a thing! Elaine and team made sure everything went off flawlessly. The wedding set up and decor was over and above what I even imagined - for the ceremony, drinks reception and dinner. They were extremely flexible in our timeline when we had a few delays before dinner but also helped to keep us on track and coordinate all events of the evening.

I cannot thank the team enough!

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

advice on how to make our day even more special for our guests.

The hotel speaks for itself in terms of style but it is it's staff that add to it being so warm and welcoming. The staff on the day of our wedding (as well as the many times we had visited beforehand) were just brilliant. They are down to earth, chatty and so accommodating. The hotel does really look after not only the bride and groom but all of the guests as well and we received so many nice compliments from our guests on how they were treated.

You will not regret it if you choose Castlemartyr Hotel as your wedding venue, we will always be thrilled that we chose this venue to get married and cannot wait to visit again.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

second to none. We felt special from day one and every time we visited the hotel they couldn't do enough for us. On the day of our wedding Elaine and the team treated both us and our guests in the manner we had come to expect.

Review submitted on Wed, 17th of November, 2021

which is very impressive given it's a five star resort. We could not recommend it highly enough to any couple looking for a venue for their wedding.

Review submitted on Thu, 11th of November, 2021

you were an absolute pleasure to deal with also.

Review submitted on Wed, 27th of October, 2021

with at all times. Jackie is an expert in wedding co-ordination, and while I am a perfectionist, Jackie on the day was on hand at all times and thought of the little things that I forgot – coffee, prosecco, light brunch etc. brought to the bridal suite where it was very much welcomed by us all as we had an early start that morning. I know that she did so much more on the day that I didn't see and I will be forever grateful to Jackie. We can honestly say, hand on heart, that our wedding day was the best day of our lives and it was all made possible by Jackie and the team at Castlemartyr. I even think Jackie had a say in the weather as the sun shone that day and our dream of having our ceremony outside was fulfilled (I arrived at the venue 2 days before the wedding with my chief bridesmaid and the weather was dismal, especially on the eve of the wedding). I may have planned our special day but it was the execution on the day by Jackie and the wider team that really wowed both Donnagh and I. I would have those 4 days back in a heartbeat and at Castlemartyr. Our family and friends were also treated exceptionally well that weekend, as we all travelled from Clare the majority stayed 2/3 nights, and they have all commented on the friendliness of the staff, the service, the food and the standard of accommodation. We also want to give a special mention to Kay and Trevor, who went above and beyond, not only that weekend, but also for the times before the wedding when we visited the hotel to stay or on day trips with our families to show them the venue, you both have always been so welcoming. Brendan you have built an amazing team at Castlemartyr and we wish you all continued success.

Review submitted on Wed, 27th of October, 2021

guests felt very safe and comfortable. Castlemartyr made our small intimate wedding into everything we could have hoped for. The grounds gave us the perfect setting for our photos, the Capel suite gave us a beautiful setting for our meal, and the staff delivered what we can only describe as a masterclass in customer service. We cannot commend Castlemartyr Resort enough for everything they have done for us. We would advise anyone looking to have a wedding to visit them.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

exactly what we wanted it to be. Her attention to detail was fantastic. She was such a great help in the lead up to the wedding, as well as on the day itself. We had one change in wedding date, and Jackie made sure this was never an issue for us, and that the change was very stress free. I would have no hesitation is recommending Castlemartyr Resort for a wedding venue. It was exceptional.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

(events management), just after we got engaged. She was extremely helpful and was genuinely excited for us as we started to plan our wedding. Danielle passed us onto their outstanding wedding planner, Jackie Day, in December 2020. I am slightly embarrassed to say that I exchanged 240 emails with Jackie from then until July 2021! Jackie was at all times warm, friendly, helpful and extremely efficient! There was no request that Jackie didn’t do her utmost to fulfil. Wedding planning during Covid-19 was stressful at times, but Jackie assisted us to navigate the continued changes to restrictions and guidelines. Her attention to detail shone through on the day of the wedding, when our plans were executed with perfection! We had truly magical day with their wonderful staff. On the morning of the wedding, the bridal party attended the spa for hair and makeup. This truly was a lovely experience and started the day with excitement. The royal treatment continued throughout our wedding day. The food was incredible and lots of guests complemented the menu after the big day. The rooms were beautiful, particularly the bridal suite (which we spent 3 nights in). We would highly recommend Castlemartyr Resort as a wedding venue.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

food was devine and the manor menu had excellent choices. We couldn't fault a thing and we can't thank Castlemartyr Resort enough for making our day so special.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

special day. Our son was included in many ways, especially in the lead up, which meant a lot to us. Everyone had a fantastic time and felt very safe. The food was amazing and our guests really enjoyed the whole experience. We could not have done it wihout the amazing help of Jackie Day, Gérard, Chris and all the team in Castlemartyr. They organised everything with very little time, and the day went off without a hitch. Our drinks reception was outside in the gardens, and Ciara who was serving us was so friendly and fun. We stayed for a second day and night, just relaxing in the gardens and taking it all in. It was such a beautiful experience for us and we couldn't be happier. We just can't wait to get back now!

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

Jackie and all the staff at the resort. Our whole family enjoyed the day, and their extended stay in the hotel. The hotel exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere, not to mention top class facilities and food. It is the perfect combination for an intimate wedding breakaway. There is no need to leave with a spa, hair and makeup in the hotel, the church two minutes away, "the village florist", local cake makers and photographers, and not to mention the resident piano player. Mary, the piano player, played through the evening, even with some festive tunes for the little ones! I would highly recommend this resort for a wedding. Thank you to Jackie and all the staff for making our day everything we wanted.
From,
Colin & Josephine.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

your wedding day to be very special.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

times, and with the help of Castlemartyr, the stress and worry was taken out of this for us. Nothing was a problem for them, and they helped us to plan around the restrictions. We cannot thank the staff enough for all their wonderful service, support and help throughout the planning of our big day. Of course, a big thanks as well for the amazing personal touches they provided on our wedding day. We were made to feel so special. All of our guests were extremely well looked after, and everyone is still talking about how wonderful the food, service and venue was. Thank you so much Castlemartyr for helping us to have the most special and memorable day.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

itself, the garden room (for our scaled down COVID wedding) looked like a dream. Our guests commented that the food was some of the best they had ever had at a wedding, and we completely agree! We would like to give a special mention to Chris Harold, who on the night, we felt went above and beyond for us. Although it was not the wedding we originally planned, Castlemartyr Resort made sure we didn't feel hindered by restrictions, and that the day felt relaxed and special. We wouldn't change a thing about the day, and would have no hesitation in recommending Castlemartyr Resort to family and friends.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

managed to have the ceremony outside, and everything was beautifully set-up. The wedding decor in the Living Room and Garden Room were also lovely. We booked at the spa the next day, and were allowed to check out later in the afternoon, which I really appreciated. I also enjoyed the lovely breakfast. I'll definitely go back for my one year anniversary next year.

Review submitted on Thu, 21st of October, 2021

originally supposed to get married in May 2020 with 150 guests coming from all over the globe. The events team were really great in providing us with different options and showed tremendous flexibility in adapting to the needs of both our families, they worked with us to hold a smaller, more intimate wedding in September 2020. As our coordinator Jackie Day promised, it would be a “relaxed and magical family day” and it was exactly that.

The big day itself was so dreamy. The ceremony was outdoors by the gardens & fountain followed by a reception & dinner in the Garden Room which was just stunning! The events team had every single detail covered and they ensured the day was completely stress free. The staff were so professional & welcoming and made our guests feel safe and comfortable.

To Jackie, Kaye, Elaine, Trevor and the all the team at Castlemartyr, from the bottom of my hearts we cannot thank you enough for everything you did for us leading up to & on the day of the wedding.

Special thank you also to the lovely talented ladies at the Spa (Caroline & Alice) who did my bridal hair and make up, never have I had so many compliments!

Review submitted on Thu, 1st of October, 2020