Testimonials
Added by Jen and Kev
Wedding: 22nd December 2023
Kev and I just wanted to express our heartfelt thank you for the smooth running of our wedding day. We had the time of our lives and can’t compliment you and the staff enough. Thank you for all your help and organising our special day. It couldn’t have gone better and we are so thrilled at how it all went. Please pass on our special thanks to Kay also, she was so great on the day.
Added by Orla and Dave
Wedding: 9th December 2023
Thanks for all your help in the run up to our wedding and on the day itself. We had a fantastic day and are so happy with how everything went. Please also extend our thanks to Kay who was excellent on the day. All our guests were really impressed with the hotel as were we.
We had an unbelievable experience with our wedding in Castlemartyr Resort. Everything about it was done with great care and the service was genuinely exceptional. Every guest we spoke to complemented the setting, the food and the staff. There was a very personal, boutique feeling to the place which is very impressive given its a 5 star resort. We could not recommend it highly enough to any couple looking for a venue for their wedding.
Added by Orla and Niall
Wedding: 6th October 2021
From initial contact to the wedding day the professionalism and assistance offered by Sarah and Jackie was outstanding. They quickly responded to any queries we had and shared many recommendations and suggestions. On the wedding day everything ran smoothly and effortlessly all down to Sarah’s coordinating. Numerous guests complimented the food and the service. We could not recommend Castlemartyr Resort more highly to couples.
Having first visited Castlemartyr for a weekend in 2014 and falling in love with the venue & the amazing staff, there really was no contest when it came to choosing Castlemartyr as our wedding venue when we became engaged in 2019. Having initially booked our wedding for September 2020, Covid put paid to this and we rescheduled more than once, but we finally had the pleasure of hosting our wedding ceremony & reception at Castlemartyr Resort on Friday 01st October 2021. Our first meeting was with Elaine Mulcahy and although she is no longer with the resort she deserves a mention as we had all our dealings with Elaine up to January 2020. Then enter the ‘tour de force’ that is Jackie Day. In the months leading up to our day nothing was ever too much of an ask and at times I would feel guilty emailing Jackie – there were many emails! Planning a wedding with restrictions has put enormous stress on couples and hotels alike with so many moving parts and Jackie was wonderful to deal 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. Castlemartyr will always hold a very special place in our hearts, a magical place where the best of memories were made, which will be treasured always. We look forward to seeing you all again very soon. We would highly recommend Castlemartyr as a wedding venue, they are truly exceptional.
From the initial planning stages, up until the day itself, all of the team at Castlemartyr were incredibly helpful and friendly. No ask was too big; it was a pleasure to have had our wedding there and we cannot wait to return!
I cannot thank Castlemartyr resort enough and Sarah Flynn for all they did for our wedding. I provided all the decor and they set up everything to exactly how I wanted. The food, service and staff were amazing. Not one guest could fault any part of the day. Highly recommend this hotel if you want your wedding day to be so special
We had the most wonderful wedding day in Castlemartyr. From start to finish the staff couldn’t have treated us any better and everything went so perfectly on the day. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. Jackie took care of every little detail and made sure our day was exactly what we wanted it to be. Her attention to detail was fantastic and 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 the change was very stress-free. I would have no hesitation is recommending Castlemartyr for a wedding venue it was exceptional.
Our wedding at the Castlemartyr Resort was everything we expected and more. The staff were so friendly and super helpful. They made sure the day ran perfectly. All of our friends and family were blown away with how the venue looked and how good the staff were.
Castlemartyr is the most fabulous venue and we are so thrilled we decided to have our wedding there. During the Covid pandemic over the last 1.5 years, the team have been so supportive and incredibly flexible in helping us to rearrange our wedding. We ended up postponing our wedding three times and with the help of Castlemartyr, the stress and worry was taken out of this for us as 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, and of course for the amazing personal touches they provided on our wedding day. We were made to feel so special, all 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.
We had the pleasure of hosting our wedding reception in Castlemartyr Resort on Saturday the 10th of July 2021. We had a delightful experience from our first contact with the hotel last November up until our wedding day. Our first experience with Castlemartyr Resort was with Danielle Murhilly (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 at times stressful 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 and the royal treatment we continued to receive 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 spend 3 nights in). We would highly recommend Castlemartyr resort as a wedding venue
The wedding coordinator Sarah along with Jackie were so attentive and nothing was a problem on the day or the lead up to the wedding. Martin in the bell tower made sure we wanted for nothing. We felt so spoilt by all the staff, in particular Rebecca and Luke. What an incredible experience. The food was divine and the manor menu had excellent choice. Couldn’t fault a thing and can’t thank Castlemartyr Resort enough for making our day so special.
We were blown away by the job Jackie and her colleagues did to deliver a wedding that was beyond our expectations. From the minute we arrived in Castelmartyr the day before our wedding every detail was looked after. The hotel staff could not have been more helpful. On the wedding day 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 made sure we didn’t feel hindered by restrictions and the day felt so relaxed and special. We wouldn’t change a thing about the day and would have no hesitation in recommending Castlemartyr to family and friends.
We got married in Castlemartyr in June 2021 and had an absolutely fantastic stay start to finish. The staff could not have been more accommodating, even going as far as providing special orders for our guests. We had 25 guests in the Garden Room and it was set up so beautifully for our 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 without 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 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!!
Added by Sarah & Tom
Wedding: 20th April 2024
Jackie, Kay and the team at Castlemartyr went above and beyond and helped make our wedding day the best day ever! In the run up to the wedding, they were a pleasure to deal with and so well-organised and professional. We had family and friends staying at the hotel for a few days and everyone was warmly welcomed and really well looked after! The day itself ran so smoothly, all thanks to the team! They thought of everything and took such good care of us and all our guests! I cannot recommend highly enough Castlemartyr Resort and the team there!
Added by Benjamin and Katelyn Atkins
Wedding: 5th May 2024
Beyond delighted with the way our wedding day went! Since day one we were blown away by every aspect of the Castlemartyr! The staff, grounds, food and service cannot be faulted! Everything we wanted was never too hard and every effort was made to make sure the day went smoothly ! The food is 10/10, every staff member went above and beyond, and always with a smile ! The grounds and venue itself are breathtaking, you really don’t need to add a lot of decor for the venue to still shine through! One of the best things is the space for everything throughout the day, you don’t have to leave the hotel for a massive variety of pictures due to the extensive grounds!
Beyond all of this we’d love to thank Jackie, she completely made our day possible and was a joy to work with 🙂
We couldn’t recommend the Castlemartyr, Jackie and the team more and are so grateful to everyone there who made our day possible !!
Added by Maeve Goggin
Wedding: 6th June 2024
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect setting for our wedding than Castlemartyr. The manor house is absolutely stunning, and it provided the ideal backdrop for our special day.
We were delighted to have our ceremony in the beautiful garden, which was a picturesque and romantic setting. The drinks reception on the terrace and in the Knight’s Bar was wonderful, with our guests enjoying the elegant surroundings and warm atmosphere. The dinner in the manor house Kiltha room was simply magical, with the room’s charm and character adding so much to the celebration.
Every detail at Castlemartyr was impeccable, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. The venue’s beauty and the seamless flow of the day from the garden ceremony to the terrace drinks and the Kiltha room dinner made our wedding unforgettable.
If you’re looking for a venue that combines elegance, charm, and outstanding service, we highly recommend Castlemartyr. It was the perfect setting for our big day, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice.
Added by Niamh Maher
Wedding: 20th July 2024
Castlemartyr were very professional and accommodating from the first time we went to view the hotel as a potential wedding venue. The wedding team were always very responsive. On the wedding day everything was perfect. The food and service were amazing. Would highly recommend Castlemartyr.
Added by Louise McCormick
Wedding: 25th July 2024
If you are planning your wedding in Cork, then look no further than Castlemartyr Resort. We had the most perfect day and we still can’t believe it 3 months later! We worked closely with Sakshi throughout the whole planning stages and she was always on hand to answer any questions, she also asked us detailed questions on our whole day, so that absolutely nothing was forgotten about, which I found very helpful for my own wedding planning. On the day, we were treated like royalty, we were looked after so well by every single staff member, we didn’t have to think about a thing as they had everything looked after so well. Kay and her team made sure the whole day ran so smoothly, they just really know how to put on a wedding in Castlemartyr and I could see that in how well everyone worked together on the day. The food was excellent and the music playing as we ate was fabulous, all of our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves and said that Castlemartyr was the nicest wedding venue they had been to. We will never forget how amazing our day was and we look forward to lots more visits to Castlemartyr as it will always be a special place to us.
Added by Kollyn Marajas
Wedding: 23rd August 2024
Our wedding coordinator Jackie Day was amazing. She was very approachable and accommodating. Service was 5 stars from the initial meeting up to the day of the wedding. All the managers and staff are all amazing. I can definitely recommend Castlemartyr Resort for your big day. Thank you everyone! We had the best day!
Added by Jade Lynch
Wedding: 7th September 2024
We had our wedding in beautiful Castlemartyr in September and it was the best day ever! The venue is so beautiful and got nothing but amazing compliments from guests. The team of Sakshi, Kay, Paul, Shannen and Alice in the spa was incredible and really made the day so special, they are spectacular. We are so looking forward to visiting again in the new year and will do for many years to come.
Added by Emer Headon
Wedding 13th September 2024
Jackie Day and her team helped create a phenomenal wedding weekend for us. From the moment we checked in, to the moment we left, everything was taken care of in the most efficient and professional manner.
All of our guests keep complimenting the venue, saying they have never been more looked after at a wedding venue. The food, the service and general atmosphere was above and beyond what they we expected and hoped for.
Thank you Castlemartyr for the best weekend of our lives. Couldn’t be happier we chose to have our special day with you.
Added by Catherin Kenny
Wedding: 11th October 2024
Absolutely thrilled with our experience at Castlemartyr! From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was nothing short of perfect. The venue itself is breathtaking, with stunning landscaped gardens and the old castle which ensured amazing photos.
The attention to detail was impeccable, from the beautiful setup for the ceremony to the seamless transition to the reception. Our guests raved about the delicious food and exceptional service throughout the evening.
The wedding coordinator Sakshi was incredibly helpful, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. We truly felt like royalty on our special day.
Overall, Castlemartyr exceeded our expectations in every way. We can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone looking to host their wedding!
Added by Michael and Elizabeth
Wedding: 30th December 2023
We cannot thank Jackie, Kay, and the hotel staff enough for your hard work to make the day so special. Everyone spoke so highly of all the staff and how amazing they all were. We’d be more than happy to write a review and give feedback.