This is the listing page for The Bayview at Ballycotton located in Co. Cork. If you are getting married in Co. Cork why not contact The Bayview at Ballycotton to see what they can offer you for your wedding day?
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Reviews of The Bayview at Ballycotton
5.0
11 reviews
Quality of service
5.0
Value
5.0
Responsiveness
4.9
Flexibility
5.0
Professionalism
5.0
Tracey o sullivan
5.0
Married on 16th Aug 2025
From the very first day we met issac we knew the bayview was it for us..
The location and the views alone were perfect but issac was friendly and very professional also. There was no ask too big or too small leading up to the day. He always replied to my emails (of which there were a lot ) and answered every question.
On the day and for the whole weekend every member of staff went above and beyond even if they had spent hours running around after us. They were friendly with all guests even the kids running around the place.
The ceremony room was beautifully set up, everything we wanted and the dining room was just perfect as well.
The service during the meal was absolutely brilliant and all of our guests spoke about how amazing the food was from the canapes to the night time food. We had quiet a lot of dietary requirements and they catered to every single one of them.
The smoothness of the whole day was all thanks to the staffs efficiency on the day and if there was any issues we the Bride and groom knew nothing about it which meant we were totally relaxed and enjoyed our whole weekend even more.
I specifically want to thank issac , ciaran in the kitchen, Suzanne in the reception and josh one of the waiters. What they alone did to make our day perfect will never be forgotten..
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our day perfect.
Tracey and Shane!
Added 19th Aug 2025
Marta & Damian
4.8
Married on 18th May 2024
Beautiful venue, and lovely staff. They were kind to allow us to have our own wine selection also, and to hold our flowers in storage and cake until we could come back and collect them the day after the wedding. The rooms have been recently renovated to a high spec. The Nespresso coffee machines in each room are such a nice touch.
I would recommend in future that all wedding decorations be placed carefully away by waiting staff and caretakers when clearing the dinning hall, as some of our decor was disposed of accidentally. I would also recommend that the hotel considers addition wall mounted hand soap, instead of soap boxes as this is more practical and in line with modern hotelier industry.
My last recommendation is that some of the taps in the hotel might need maintenance as the cold tap in our bath was not working.
All in all, these weren't major issues, just food for thought. It was truly a special day, made by really lovely staff, our interactions and hotel venue.
Added 28th May 2024
Noel & Sinéad Hurley
5.0
Married on 3rd May 2024
This venue was heaven on earth from start to finish. Very professional but with the added friendliness. There was nothing amiss and the the staff from the top down was very attentive. Beautiful location and I would highly recommend.
Added 13th May 2024
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I cannot praise Maria and her staff in The Bayview Hotel enough. Maria and the team including Ciaran a very well renowed chef are all excellent at their profession. We were always reassured and put at ease. Any requests we had were so accommodated without the blink of an eye. The food was excellent and this is something that I am hearing again and again from my guests as I meet them weeks on. The choices on the menu are superb which make it a hard task to narrow down but thankfully Maria was able to help us with this too.
This location is fantastic as there are very few places that have the views that Bayview offer.
We honestly had the best time in the Bayview for the weekend and I would not change one thing. I can't recommend it enough.
Added 2nd Jul 2019
Lisa Casey O'Brien
4.9
Married on 26th Apr 2019
Maria at the Bayview hotel was an absolute dream to deal with. I cant thank her enough. The food was amazing, the service outstanding. There is absolutely NOT one thing I could find fault with the Bayview Hotel. They helped make our day so special.
Added 28th May 2019
Lisa & Derek O'Brien
5.0
Married on 26th Apr 2019
My wife and I held our wedding at the Bayview hotel this year, and I could not fault the place. I would highly recommend the venue for anyone's big day.
The staff went above and beyond to ensure the day went smoothly with no issues. We will for sure be back for another visit as a married couple this time :).
Added 28th May 2019
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The bayview hotel is amazing, from their stunning views to delicious food and great staff. I can't say enough good stuff about the place. People are raving about the food still, it was fine dining not the usual wedding food you get. Fillet steaks cooked to order and monkfish! They are a great choice of food to pick. All the staff were great, but especially Maria and Vicki the wedding co-ordinators, they both went above and beyond, two of the nicest people you could ever meet. All I can say is thanks so much to everyone at the Bayview for making our special day.
Added 28th Oct 2018
Natalie
5.0
Married on 1st Sep 2018
The Bay Hotel Arklow wow they couldn't help enough they were just great my day was perfect thanks to Orla she was there any time I needed anything day or night.
Added 31st Oct 2018
What can I say about the Bayview - the view is great, the food is wonderful, the rooms are lovely but to be honest the real secret weapon are the people that work there. We chose to have our wedding there in September of this year and the day could not have been more perfect. Maria and the team put with up with my slightly frayed nerves in the run up to the big day, organised all of the rooms for the guests and even told me where to get the make up done - now that is service and alll done with a smile. All of their advice was impeccable and I will be eternally grateful for that 15 minutes when they took everyone into the dining room and we could have a libation (though I had coffee....) and just breathe (and probably for the first time all day). If you have a chance to drop down to this lovely part of East Cork make sure that you drop into the Bayview and if you are planning your nuptials you could not hope to find a better place.
Added 13th Aug 2014
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We had our wedding here last August and the staff were all so lovely and so helpful. I was a reluctant bride type, I didn't want bridezilla type fuss, but Maria made sure it was perfect! Great food (almost 60 fillet steaks cooked to individual order, beautiful local fresh fish) great bar staff and I think if I'd asked Maria and her team to button my dress she would have smiled and said no problem! Made great memories for us all. Look forward to going back this summer for a lazy weekend.
Added 2nd Aug 2014
An outstanding location with stunning sea views and service to match . Fom the super friendly and efficient receptionists to the charming service in the dining room the staff in this hotel are exceptional. The rooms are beautiful and totally peaceful with wonderful sea views. The food is excellent and on a fine day a drink on the terrace overlooking the bay makes it a very difficult place to leave. There are very few hotels like this. Go there, you will not be disappointed.
Added 23rd Jul 2014
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The location and the views alone were perfect but issac was friendly and very professional also. There was no ask too big or too small leading up to the day. He always replied to my emails (of which there were a lot ) and answered every question.
On the day and for the whole weekend every member of staff went above and beyond even if they had spent hours running around after us. They were friendly with all guests even the kids running around the place.
The ceremony room was beautifully set up, everything we wanted and the dining room was just perfect as well.
The service during the meal was absolutely brilliant and all of our guests spoke about how amazing the food was from the canapes to the night time food. We had quiet a lot of dietary requirements and they catered to every single one of them.
The smoothness of the whole day was all thanks to the staffs efficiency on the day and if there was any issues we the Bride and groom knew nothing about it which meant we were totally relaxed and enjoyed our whole weekend even more.
I specifically want to thank issac , ciaran in the kitchen, Suzanne in the reception and josh one of the waiters. What they alone did to make our day perfect will never be forgotten..
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our day perfect.
Tracey and Shane!