If you are hunting for a wedding venue in Ireland, you’re in the right place! There are so many fabulous choices available to you, whether you are after a majestic castle, a classy hotel, a country house venue, and everything in between. But what’s one thing that makes a venue stand out from the rest? The awards! These award-winning Irish wedding venues have proven that they are the cream of the crop.
In March 2024, we hosted the weddingsonline Awards gala dinner, where the Irish wedding venues listed below were crowned the winners in their categories. Sure, awards aren’t the only factor to consider, but if you have a list of your favourites and you simply can’t decide, this will help!
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Restaurant
Restaurant Venue Of The Year
Old school glamour with a modern twist, is on the menu!
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill in Donnybrook is a beautiful and unique Restaurant Wedding Venue.
Tucked behind a vine gate, guests stroll through the lush courtyard into relaxed luxury. Clubby, urbane and swank, this is an intimate wedding venue designed to offer something different.
The Landmark Hotel
Venue Co-Ordinator Of The Year Connaught
The Landmark Hotel is a 4-star multi-award-winning wedding venue. Nestled on the banks of the River Shannon in the picturesque town of Carick-on- Shannon, the hotel offers breath-taking waterfront views.
At The Landmark Hotel we are all about YOU the couple getting married, we are here to make your dreams a reality….
Venue Co-Ordinator: Denice Kenny
The Westgrove Hotel
Venue Co-Ordinator Of The Year Leinster
From the moment you walk into the magnificent lobby of the stunning 4* Westgrove Hotel in picturesque Clane Village, you will experience the friendly warmth and relaxed feeling of being truly welcome in a very special place. Our spectacular Grand Staircase greets your guests on arrival and provides the WOW factor immediately. Walk in the footsteps of your wedding guests as they ascend the candle-lit staircase and arrive on the beautiful and spacious Mezzanine with music and song performed on our Baby Grand Piano with our superb resident pianist.
Venue Co-Ordinator: Lorna McKeon
Fota Island Resort
Venue Co-Ordinator Of The Year Munster
From the first meeting with the Fota Island Resort Wedding Team, to the departure of the last wedding guest, couples will know they have made the right choice with their wedding at Fota Island Resort, the most luxurious wedding venue in Ireland. For your wedding you will have exclusive use of the elegantly designed Smith-Barry Suite, which can comfortably accommodate between 120 and 300 wedding guests. This ornately decorated room provides you with a private terrace where you can enjoy an al fresco pre-wedding drinks reception during the summer months.
Venue Co-Ordinator: Ali Mooney
Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa
Venue Co-Ordinator Of The Year Ulster
With over 30 years experience hosting wedding celebrations in Donegal the Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa is the perfect venue for your wedding day. The hotel is on the Ramelton Road, a short drive from Letterkenny town, located along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way. This area in the North West of Ireland offers amazing scenery, which provides a stunning backdrop for your wedding day photography.
Venue Co-Ordinator: Georgina Howley
Barberstown Castle
Castle Venue Of The Year
A Medieval 13th Century Castle and Country House Hotel located in the picturesque village of Straffan in County Kildare; Barberstown Castle is the perfect venue for your wedding.
Opened in 1971 by acclaimed Musician Mr. Eric Clapton where famous rock stars were regular guests the hotel is now privately owned and managed. A proud member of Ireland’s Bluebook & Historic Hotels of Europe we have been hosting weddings for over 30 years with many of our original team still with us today.
The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Hotel Venue Of The Year Connaught
Breathtaking views, manicured gardens, the run of a stylish private house and a team to take care of every last detail: The Lodge offers a truly unique and special wedding venue. Add to that the delicious cuisine and heartfelt service we are famous for, and the result is an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. We cater for small to exclusive use weddings, and you can feel reassured with our dedicated personal wedding planner.
Castleknock Hotel
Hotel Venue Of The Year Leinster
At Castleknock Hotel we work endlessly to help create the special day you’ve always dreamed of. Our goal is to create your perfect day. Our wedding manager Leone specialises in providing personality and due care in the process of making your day the one you’ve always dreamed about. She spends time getting to know each couple individually, to help them create a package that is truly unique to them.
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel
Hotel Venue Of The Year Munster & Overall Venue Of The Year
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa is located just outside the beautiful village of Adare with its historic churches, situated in 44 acres of organic private grounds and landscaped gardens full of insta-worthy spots and beautiful backdrops for photographs.
The Fitzgerald Family has been creating magical weddings since 1983. And over the years we have played host to thousands of couples, helping them, and their families, to celebrate their special day, many of which are second generation weddings.
Hotel Kilmore
Hotel Venue Of The Year Ulster
Hotel Kilmore is an accredited Four Star family run hotel which prides itself on excellent food, warm hospitality and impeccable service.
Set amongst impeccably manicured gardens, our stunning hotel is the perfect venue for your special day. Hotel Kilmore is synonymous with Weddings in the North East and beyond and we are extremely proud of our strong reputation for great food and service.
Crover House
Country House Venue Of The Year
Set in the beautiful Crover Estate with spectacular views across shimmering Lough Sheelin, it’s hard to imagine a more romantic setting for your special day!
Surrounded by delightful gardens and beautiful Irish countryside. Crover House is the ultimate location for your four star country house wedding in the midlands. The magnificent views and the rolling hills beyond provide the perfect backdrop for your special day celebrations and to capture memories that will last a life time.
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort
Waterside Venue Of The Year
Nestled in the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains and surrounded by Blessington Lakes,Tulfarris is the perfect location for your special day.
Weddings are our speciality and our attention to detail is second to none, Our dedicated wedding team are on hand to guide you through the planning process from initial enquiry to your wedding day when our operations team will ensure you get the day you have always dreamed of.
Markree Castle
Exclusive Venue Of The Year
Markree Castle, with its relaxed atmosphere, picture-perfect 500-acre grounds and luxury accommodation, provides the ideal location to celebrate a wedding, and the freedom to create a wedding you have always dreamed of. On your wedding day, arrive by wedding car or if you want something more unique, arrive by boat to our boathouse, or by horse and carriage or on horseback through our ‘port la couer’ at the front of the castle.
