The Garryvoe Hotel

Hi there,

I hope all is well!

Just wanted to say thank you very much for hosting our wedding on the 1st of Sept 2023.

Ye were a pleasure to work with and all our guests commented on how friendly all the staff
were in all aspects of the wedding and accommodation.

Can’t believe it’s over already.

We recently had our wedding reception at this Garryvoe and we can’t say enough excellent things!
Firstly, the staff were incredible, extremely friendly and accommodating. From the first meeting with
Mr Belton helping us get organised and planned, to the fantastic tasting and onward planning with
Aidan who was a great support and Maura helping to organise all our guests staying and to every
single member of staff who worked over the wedding made it such an enjoyable day for everyone.
The venue itself is so beautiful and everyone who stayed commented on the location, comfort of
the rooms, the amazing breakfast and leisure facilities. The reception drinks were so much fun and
the layout is great for people to mingle while getting a great view out to the sea. The meal was outstanding with such great service in the ballroom which was decorated so beautifully and turned into the perfect party space for the band and dj - Oceans 8 were fantastic!
We could go on and on, and never quite adequately convey just how amazing our day was.

We were made to feel at home staying for 3 nights in the hotel so we could really relax and spend
time with our guests and together over the weekend. All of our friends and family have described it as a great wedding with fantastic food, drinks and service, which is exactly what we had hoped for, we loved every minute and couldn’t have wished for more.
Highly recommend anyone getting married to go to Garryvoe, thank you all so much again!
Catherine and Willie - August 2023

We both want to express our gratitude to you and your team for our wedding, everything went off absolutely perfect and better than we could have hoped.
All our guests had a great day and were really complimentary of the food and service. We would have no problem in recommending Garryvoe hotel to anyone considering holding their wedding reception there.

Again our warmest regards and please send on our gratitude to your team. It all worked like clockwork and the Garryvoe team should be really proud of themselves.

The service from start to finish was exceptional.

I can only say that Garryvoe Hotel facilitated an amazing wedding day for us, beyond what we dreamt of. Their attention to detail, flexibility in the preparation and relaxed and calm nature on the wedding day gave us as a couple a fantastic wedding and the most treasured of memories. Overall feedback from guests was super, so a great day for all.

From meeting the team, and booking, and every question in between, we found the Garryvoe Hotel brilliant to deal with. Their price is fair, and I'd even say excellent value for money, not over the top at all. It was all we asked for, and more. We did on site ceremony and reception with the Hotel.
Don't hesitate to view and book this hotel.!

The staff in Garryvoe were absolutely outstanding on the run up to our wedding and on the day itself. Nothing was a stress or bother and all of our guests commented on the food and drink and amazing service by all of the staff. Big thanks to everyone for a day we will never forget, especially to Tracey, Kevin, Aidan, Stephan, Jose and Sarah who waited on our top table. We could not recommend this hotel enough for your wedding day. Ten out of ten!

"We had our wedding reception here a few weeks ago and we both just want to say a massive thank you for making the day so special. All of the staff were unreal and so accommodating, particularly Liz and Patrick but also to Aidan and Kevin..honestly the high standard and quality of everything was brilliant. All the guests had nothing but good words to say about the hotel. We are so glad that we picked Garryvoe as our wedding venue. Thank you"

Garryvoe was the perfect spot for our Wedding. From the idilic setting by the beach to the unbelievable service and food. Everything was Top Quality!
Aidan made everything so easy for us and was extremely helpful throughout the whole experience.
The entire staff on the day could not have been better, they were just fantastic.
Would highly recommend anyone looking for a venue to go with Garryvoe. You wont be disappointed

To Aidan and all the staff at Garryvoe. William & myself would like to thank you all for all the help with holding our wedding reception. We couldn't of asked for a better day and the hotel was beyond amazing to deal with from start to finish. The professionalism and kindness of all staff helped make the day go off without a hitch! Our guests have been complimenting us about how wonderful they found the hotel. Thank you all for everything, we are so appreciative of it.

Hi Aidan,

Sinéad and I would sincerely like to thank you and your staff for putting on wonderful reception for our wedding day.
Our minds were at ease since the our very first meeting. And on the day itself we were made so comfortable throughout the whole day. Liz and Kevin were so helpful and everything rang seamlessly.
All the guests commented on how exceptional the food was so compliments to the chef and all the kitchen team.
A massive thank you to the whole team in Garryvoe.

Thanks
Sinéad and Leonard

Ideal wedding venue. Staff are so helpful and professional and obviously very experienced at weddings. Lovely setting in Ballycotton Bay. Most guests walked the beach at some time. All our guests traveled and were very impressed with the hotel. The local band Gina and The Champions were amazing. We had a great wedding without a hitch. Complements to the staff. And all our guests were very delighted with the food. Well done Team Garryvoe

We had our wedding in this hotel and they couldn't of done anymore for us. So many of our guests commented on the setting, quality of food and the staff. Would highly recommend it as a wedding venue.

Garryvoe took our breath away from the moment we walked in for our viewing. Stephen, Aidan, Kevin, Maura and the whole team were on hand to help with every additional detail - nothing was too much of an ask!! All of our guests commented on the venue, the quality of the food and the location. The Christmas decorations add an extra special touch and made for some fabulous pictures. We were so happy we went with Garryvoe and can’t wait to come back to celebrate our anniversaries in the future.

Outstanding in every possible way. Such a pleasure to deal with & nothing was an issue. Every single member of staff that we met was more helpful than the next!

Our first point of contact was Aidan back in September of 2020. From the word go all the staff in the hotel were above and beyond helpful. The entire experience was very chill as weddings are what they do and do extremely well. We had been to a wedding in February 2020 before everything went into lockdown and it was such a good wedding we didn’t look beyond Garryvoe for our own. We picked the October Bank Holiday weekend and based ourselves there for the whole weekend with a trip across to the Blackbird in Ballycotton for our day 2.

The residents bar and library were perfect for the beginning of the reception as everyone could be seen and it was easy to mingle with guests and the staff are excellent at keeping the glasses topped up

The ballroom is a perfect size room with many options for layout depending on the size of the wedding party. The food options were excellent and well priced. Complementary sweet cart and late bar option were super also.

What makes this hotel is the staff - service is top notch with a special mention to Aidan and Kevin and also the wonderful Liz who looked after us so well the entire weekend. The rooms were really nice in the hotel and the guests echoed this sentiment afterwards adding the wedding room rate was excellent value. There is a really nice bar/restaurant on the corner of the hotel which was great for people staying 2/3 nights.

No matter what time of year Garryvoe is in our opinion one of the best all round options for a wedding and worth considering for any couple looking for a place to celebrate one of the most important days of their lives. One thing we loved doing was going for a dip in the sea the day after the wedding - cold but great for setting you up for day 2.

Looking forward to spending many anniversary weekends back there.

Thanks to all the team.

From the Cronin Clan

Just a great hotel , location and fab and friendly staff and management.The food is excellent and has an amazing Bridal suite .

The hotel gave us the perfect wedding venue with staff always on hand for our every need. The guests all complimented the generously sized rooms and hospitality, and everyone found the food to be of the highest quality. It was the perfect hotel for the perfect wedding and I cannot thank the staff enough for all that they did for us to make it a magical day

From start to finish, Aidan Cotter, Maura and his team were amazing to deal with, the ultimate professionals and always at hand to help with any queries or requests we had in the lead up to the day. The wedding day went off perfectly. The service was top notch and so efficient. The food was superb. After the wedding so many guests complimented the hotel service and food. We really felt like we were in the best hands and couldn't fault one thing. We are so thankful we chose Garryvoe Hotel and would highly recommend!!!

Aidan and his team were absolutely incredible both before and during our wedding day.

Their service and professionalism knows no bounds. They were an absolute pleasure to deal with and were most accommodating right up to our wedding day when things went off plan.

After our wedding day, our guests contacted us to commend the stunning venue, top class service and delicious food.

We would highly recommend Aidan and Garryvoe Hotel!

We had an amazing day for our wedding down in Garryvoe Hotel in September. We highly recommend Garryvoe as a wedding venue. From the time we booked our wedding with them back in 2019 and 3 cancellations later we finally got to get married in Garryvoe and it was absolutely worth the wait. Nothing was a problem and they were so accommodating with changing dates and guest reservations. Aidan and his team looked after our guests so well on the day and everyone raved about the food and the beautiful library for the drinks reception. The day literally flew by without a hitch all thanks to the great team in Garryvoe. The bridal suite too is amazing with 2 floors and it's own sauna!! We had the best day!!
Thanks so much again
Olivia and Mark Joyce

The brilliance of Garryvoe Hotel as a wedding location is that Aidan and his team make you feel like you and your wedding is the only wedding they'll ever host. When organising our wedding, we said, we wanted the best venue with no compromises. We'd been to a number of venues. Garryvoe stood out from the start, for competitiveness in pricing, the hunger and appetite to host the wedding. The room, the menu, the staffing all drilled to military precision. Too many staff to name to compliment for a job well done. The food was glorious, still tasting the lamb now as I write. The organisation and execution before the ceremony in the hotel, constant communication. It is easy to see why the venue wins awards time and again for the being the best, because they are the best. We look forward to returning every year for our anniversary.

Garryvoe was always going to be our chosen reception venue, we have been at a number of wedding's here and always found the service excellent, the food not only tasty but also well presented and timed perfectly. It was no different for our day, once we stepped foot into Garryvoe on our wedding day all of what we hoped for came true the management and staff just took over we didn't have to worry about a thing.

The only disappointing part of the day which we didn't learn until later was that quite a large number of our guest's couldn't check into their room's until after the meal as they weren't ready, while we understand this is a busy venue and depends on the action's of guest's at the wedding the day before we do feel that the bridal party and family should have been prioritized to ensure at least their room's were ready on time where possible as some did not get into their room's as late as 9:30 pm which was very disappointing to hear and we had asked prior to our wedding that room's would be ready for our guest's.

Again this is the only part of our day that we would have hoped would have been handled better given the standard of this venue.

We would highly recommend Garryvoe hotel as a wedding venue. The team especially Aidan went above and beyond for us not just on the day but on the lead up to it. We were unfortunate to have to postpone twice due to covid Aidan was so helpful throughout the process. Every ask he did his best to accommodate for us. The day went so well. Aidan and the team had everything planned out. our guests consistently said how great the staff were, the wine was flowing, plenty of food and how nice the food was. The honeymoon suit is also amazing two floors with beautiful views. Could not recommend this hotel enough.

We had the most amazing wedding and weekend at Garryvoe hotel. From start to finish every staff member at Garryvoe were exceptional. It was a delightful experience. A lot of our guests who travelled from Northern Ireland were raving about the hotel and its location. 5 stars from us & our guests.

Hi Aiden and all the team at Garryvoe,

Sorry for taking so long to get back to you.

Myself and David both wanted to say a huge thank you to all of you for making our wedding day so special. Garryvoe was the first venue that we went to when planning our day and nothing else compared to this beautiful hotel.
It was the perfect place for us to get married, we couldn't have asked for a better view. We were so happy with everything in the hotel, the food, the staff being so helpful and friendly, the rooms. Everyone commented on how amazing the food and how lovely all the staff were as well as the rooms overlooking the sea.
From the beginning yourself and Ben were a pleasure to work with, you made us feel so relaxed during our wedding preparations, we knew we had nothing to worry about as it was all taking care of with your team.
We will definitely be back to the hotel for dinner and for an anniversary night away next year. I cannot recommend this hotel enough.

Thank you again,
Emily and David

We got married in the Garryvoe Hotel in July 2022. Right from the moment that we met Aidan and his team when we first visited the property, we knew that we had found our venue. The staff were so warm and welcoming and they couldn't do enough for us in the lead up. Throughout the lead up there was never anything that was too much to ask. As for the wedding itself, the food was incredible, the service was absolutely top class and the venue itself was perfect. So many of our guests commented on how good the food and service was and how it was such a scenic location. That was so satisfying for us to hear, knowing that our guests had as positive an experience as us. If you are looking for your wedding venue, choose the Garryvoe Hotel. The hotel has won countless awards for a very good reason. You will be so glad you chose it.

Fantastic venue for a wedding, the service was wonderful. Very generous with food and excellent quality. Staff were friendly and flexible.

Aidan, Ben and the amazing team of staff were amazing from the date we booked our wedding to our wedding day. The staff were so helpful to deal with in the lead up to the wedding and couldn’t do enough to for us. The wedding was so relaxed from start to finish, our guests were blown away by the fantastic service the garryvoe offers. We can honestly say that we were so happy to have our wedding in the Garryvoe hotel, it was truly the best day.

Thank you so much to all the team


Theresa & Brian

We had our wedding in Garryvoe in July this year .We can’t say enough positive things about our day and the hotel/staff. Ben and Aidan were extremely friendly and helpful from the very beginning - so flexible and always efficient replying to emails even with small queries .The food was absolutely amazing and our guests are still commenting on it. The day was just amazing from start to finish, all of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and I would certainly recommend this venue for a wedding .

We had our wedding reception in Garyvoe hotel on July 1st 2022. Ben, Aidan & Tracey were extremely helpful, accomodating & professional from start to end. The service and food was out of this world amazing. Liz did an amazing job looking after the top table. The wedding room & reception area was just magnificant and the bridle suite is the best ive ever seen! Id highly recommend Garyvoe Hotel

Garryvoe have an amazing team. From top to bottom, the build up and the day we're very enjoyable. At no point were we rushed or felt pushed along. The food, reception and decor are top class, the library is one of a kind for pictures

Aidan and Ben are fantastic to deal with along with Tracy and the rest of the girls at the front desk and not forgetting Liz!

Our wedding was delayed for 2 years due to COVID and Garryvoe couldn't have handled the movements of the dates any better.

Wouldn't think twice to recommend Garryvoe to anyone

The hotel make everything as easy as possible for you. Staff are very helpful. The bridal suite and views are second to none and the food is top class!

We really enjoyed our wedding reception at Garryvoe Hotel. Aidan was fantastic to deal with in the lead up to our big day. The food was delicious and my family were very pleased with the quality and choice. An ideal location- close to the sea, to capture those extra special, memorable wedding photos!

Hi Aidan and Ben,

On behalf of myself and Eoin, we want to thank you both and the hotel staff for making our wedding day such a wonderful day. You pulled out all of the stops and we could not find fault with any part of the weekend.

We have been hearing nothing but compliments from our friends and families since. From the food on the day and the food for day 2 to the service, everything was exceptional.

All of our guests were delighted with their rooms and the service throughout the hotel.

I want to say an extra thank you to you both for being so understanding and accommodating over the last 2 years with all of the date changes. Nothing was ever too big a problem for you.

You really made our day a memorable one and I am sure our guests will be talking about your hotel for some time to come!!

Thank you both so much! We look forward to returning soon!

Warm regards,

Lauren and Eoin Hourihan

I recently had my wedding reception at Garryvoe Hotel and we had the most amazing day from start to finish. On the run up to our wedding we were faced with the every changing covid restrictions, causing our plans to change right up until the final hour but it was dealt with so smoothly by Aidan & Ben. The food was second to none and the staff were a pleasure to deal with. All of our guests were blown away by the standard of service. I would highly recommend Garryvoe, you can’t go past them!

Great service provided by both Aidan and Ben that I could not fault.

Garryvoe are amazing to deal with. Extremely helpful , great location and fantastic food.

Aidan and all the team in Garryvoe were such a pleasure to deal with. We began planning our wedding from abroad and Aidan kept in contact with us throughout covid to keep us updated on restrictions etc. We had a lovely meal tasting a few weeks before the wedding and all the staff made us feel so welcome and special every time we stepped foot into the hotel. We had a fabulous day along with our guests who are still talking about the beautiful decor of the library, function room and bedrooms and the food too. Thanks for everything Aidan, we would highly recommend the Garryvoe Hotel. Seán & Joanne Long

We had our wedding in Garryvoe on 4th December 2021. It was truly an amazing experience from start to finish. I cannot praise the hotel and all the staff enough for their professionalism, support and guidance throughout our wedding planning. We wanted a hotel with a relaxed, warm and welcoming vibe and this hotel has it in abundance. We fell in love with the library room and the decor throughout the hotel. Having a Christmas wedding here exceeded our expectations. The staff are so accommodating, nothing is too much hassle and the day ran so smoothly. We didn't have to worry about a thing on the day, everything was taken care of. Our guests adored the staff members who really went above and beyond. The food was delicious and very well presented. The bridal suite is absolutely stunning, very spacious with gorgeous views of the ocean and even has its own sauna in the room! Thank you Ben, Aidan and everyone there for making our day so special.

Myself and my Husband John got Married in the beautiful Garryvoe Hotel on the 3rd of December 2021. We had always dreamed of a Christmas wedding in garryvoe hotel, When we first rang to book our date we were greeted by two lovely guys in garryvoe " Ben and Aidan". From the moment we went to the hotel to look around there kindness and generosity was so over whelming, They went over and beyond for what myself and John wanted for our special day, Covid then decided to play a part so unfortunately we had to cancel our original date, Ben and Aidan were so understanding and worked with myself and John to make it easier on us so we then booked our second date and again we were left heartbroken again because we had to cancel for the second time, I will never forget the kindness of Ben and Aidan ringing to check up on us and reassuring us that our day will come, So Ben and Aidan had once last date in the December so we took it and luck was on our side, As our wedding day was approaching the team in garryvoe were outstanding and so accomodating no stones were left unturned with Ben and Aidan, They were at the doors when we arrived to garryvoe on our wedding day I felt like a queen the way they opened the wedding car door both of them helped me out of the car and handed us our champagne inside they were two gentlemen, The staff were fantastic from start to finish they were kept on their toes to make sure every guest was well looked after, The meal was outstanding the venue decorated the way we had dreamed the lobby was like home with the Christmas tree lighting ,it was like we were dreaming it , Our honeymoon suite was amazing we got beautiful pictures taken up there with our photographer, We cannot praise and thank Ben and Aidan for going above and beyond and helping us on our beautiful day, From the minute we arrived on the red carpet to sitting down for breakfast the following morning they couldn't have done anymore for us, I would highly recommend Ben and Aidan to plan your wedding with because you won't be disappointed, And we have made two great friends along the way , Garryvoe will always be our special place. All our love Ben & Aidan from Mr and Mrs Buckley.

Hi Ben , Aidan and Stephen

Myself and Damien would just like to say the biggest thank you ever to you and all the staff at garryvoe our wedding couldn't have been anymore perfect, the hotel was just looking amazing with all the Christmas decorations and the food was top class , five star service from everyone there and thank you so much it meant the world to us and ye made our day very special!
See you all soon :)

Kava

Ben and Aidan were fantastic to deal with when organising our wedding. We had to postpone due to covid and they were nothing but accommodating. All the staff on the day of the wedding couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. Everything ran so smoothly and the day couldn't have gone better. Everyone at the wedding complimented the food and service. Would highly recommend Garryvoe as a wedding venue.

We could not recommend the Garryvoe Hotel enough. It’s a fantastic hotel and a great wedding venue. The location is outstanding and the facilities are second to none. The service and food on the day was commented on positively by all of our guests. It was a first visit for most of our guests to the hotel and they were blown away. We were looked after by Aidan the General Manager on the day and in the lead up. Nothing was too much to ask, the day ran so smoothly and we would put this down to Aidan’s professionalism and management. We had to postpone due to covid, but there was no issue with rescheduling and the transition was seamless.

Garryvoe was the most amazing venue for our wedding. Aidan went above and beyond for us. We found Aidan to be extremely helpful and supportive. From the first meeting with Aidan we knew we were in save hands. On the day itself everything was flawless and the staff couldn't have been more helpful especially Liz. Like was so good to our friends and family. They are still talking about the amazing staff and the food was beautiful and plentiful. We would highly recommend Garryvoe Hotel. They gave us the most wonderful wedding. It was everything we wanted and more!

Hi aidain,
Hope all is good with you?
You were on hoildays the weekend we got married,
Omg, we had an absolute fantastic day, from start to finish, everything went off soo lovely, wish we cud do it all over again,
I jst wanted to thank u soo very much for all ur help throw out the lead up to our wedding, u were great help, and always there for us, so thank u soo much,we were very greatfull, The meal was unreal, everything was jst top glass,
So thank you soo much again aidan.
Mr&mrs Cashman.
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Garryvoe went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was exactly how we had imagined it despite all the uncertainty over the last number of months and years. We could not have asked for a more perfect day, thanks in no small part to the amazing staff and management at Garryvoe.

Hi Aidan

I just want to say an absolute massive thank you to you and all the staff . We had the best day and weekend of our lives . We could not have asked for better.
Everybody are giving ye nothing but praise the food was amazing aswell

Thanks so much.

Kind regards

Karen and Steven

we got married in Garryvoe on the 24th of September.where do I even start the staff were amazing from start to finish and the whole way through our planning I can't thank them enough for making our day so wonderful and all the behind the scenes that went with it! especially to Ben , Aidan & Tracey we can't thank ye enough for going above and beyond for us, to liz also what a fantastic staff member to have who couldn't cater enough for us!thank you so much! we will be back! what a fabulous hotel and staff and a beautiful location . Mr & Mrs Crowley

Where do I start. Myself and Phil had our wedding here on Thursday the 26th of August what an amazing day, from start to finish everything was perfect. The staff managers Aidan and Ben absolute gents went up and beyond to make our day special. Tracey in accomadation was more than accomadating making sure all our guests were comfortable.We would like to thank Liz and her catering staff for the wonderful service. Thank you again for everything a few days we will never forget. ????????Priscilla and Phil

To Aidan, Ben, Liz & all the team,

Just a quick note to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for last weekend. It was perfect from start to finish!

In the build up ye were always contactable, & so prompt & helpful getting back to us. The day itself was seamless & so enjoyable. The food was out of this world- everyone was talking about it. It was somehow even nicer than when we went for the tasting! Day 2 food was also exceptional & it was just perfect being nestled away in the cave bar with our nearest and dearest. We couldn't have asked for more.

We're sorry we didn't get to say goodbye & thank you to you all in person but we'll absolutely be back again in a different capacity.

Wishing you all the best always.

Róisín & Éanna

Dear Aidan, Ben, Liz and all the wonderful staff at Garryvoe Hotel.


We cant thank ye enough for all that ye did for us on our very special day and the lead up to it.
Ye were absolutely amazing and so helpful from start to finish.
A wonderful Hotel,a fantastic team.
Thanks again for everything.

Warmest regards

John and Mary O Sullivan

Garryvoe Hotel was THE most amazing location to have our wedding. The location being beside the sea was so special but the hotel itself was above and beyond what we had hoped for on our day. The staff couldn't have done more for us, the food was perfect, the atmosphere was amazing and it was an all round perfect day thanks to Garryvoe. I would 100% recommend and would have our day all over again there if we could!

Honestly couldnt recommend or thank all the staff in Garryvoe enough. From every phonecall to every visit they were so professional and looked after us in every way possible as we had to change our initial date due to the pandemic. We eventually married on New Years Eve, having a civil ceremony in Garryvoe followed by reception after. Despite the restrictions and guidelines with limited numbers all our guests have said it was one of the best and most laid back wedding they have been at. Everyone felt comfortable and safe and we wouldn't change a thing. Thanks again so much from another very happy couple!

Aidan and the team were brilliant to deal with from the minute we met him, we booked straight away after meeting with him. Due to COVID we had to make significant changes to our plans but Aidan couldn’t be more helpful, on our day we were delighted with the service and all our guests had a brilliant time. We couldn’t recommend Garryvoe highly enough and will forever be a very special place for us with brilliant memories.

Fiona and myself had the privilege of getting married at The Garryvoe Hotel on 9th December 2020 at 4pm.

We were nervous on our journey to the Garryvoe Hotel  on our wedding day hoping everything would go to plan. When we arrived at the hotel the second we stepped inside the door the staff made it abundantly clear  without having to say one word .....WE GOT THIS ...and did they ever.!!

The hotel is beautiful. The sea view rooms have stunning views  of the ocean and  the bridal suite is exquisite and the essence of comfort.
The library room and the room were we had our wedding dinner were just flawless .


My family have been dining at the Garryvoe for years and never once  have had  a bad dining experience and everyone in the wedding party raved about the food and the wonderful service.

To all the staff who were so professional kind and  courteous to  all of us .. thank you so much for everything.
Aidan was the person that we  spoke to regarding coordinating the wedding and he was a gentleman and every email and question was answered immediately.No hesitation ...just 100 percent professionalism.  He coordinated our wedding cermony making sure everyone was seated and ready to go at 4pm .

I will never forget looking out the window at the waves crashing  at 3.55pm just as we were about to begin our Cermony.That image was powerful.

I will leave the last few words with my sister in  law who said the following morning ..I wish we could start all over again.

Sincerly
Fiona and Ann .

I don't think I can put it into words how amazing Aidan and the team in Garryvoe have been to us. Planning a wedding in the middle of a pandemic was never going to be easy but their compassion and prompt responses to any queries we had made the build up and the day itself less stressful than we could ever have imagined.

From day 1 when we popped into visit, Aidan was so accommodating and warm that we immediately cancelled the other venue viewings we had planned.

When we stayed in Garryvoe to mark our one year countdown to the wedding, we felt like celebrities, we were treated so well and spoilt rotten.

Aidan and the team were so flexible and approachable in the lead up to the wedding. They accommodated us without judgement offering potential date changes, giving us the best advice they could at every corner. When we proceeded to go ahead as planned on our original date, they facilitated us with a visit within restrictions and allowed us to take home some wine to sample. They gave us time and spoke to us over the phone for over an hour running through every detail, details that we would never have considered! They offered your advice based on previous weddings of 25 and were just so reassuring!

We had heard horror stories from other couples whereby the hotel penalised them due to the reduction in numbers, and there was no question of that in Garryvoe.

The week of the wedding, when we got the blow that we wouldn't be allowed to have a band, they were so sympathetic which made the world of difference and facilitated us as best they could within the restrictions.

On the day, despite the fact we hadn't been able to have a meal tasting due to the pandemic, the food was out of this world with our guests having only positive comments.

Our families, friends and kids attending the wedding loved it with the playground and beach across the way, not to mention the pool and overall relaxed atmosphere.Our parents have said they'll definitely be back to visit as they enjoyed the hotel so much! We ourselves hope to be regular guests as soon as we're allowed again.

We only have the best things to say about Garryvoe. The staff (special mention to Liz, who was outstanding and Jason who was so friendly!) went over and above to be kind and welcoming to us and our guests and we'll be forever grateful.

For any couples on the fence about going ahead with a smaller wedding I would absolutely encourage them to do so. It was so special and intimate and we feel it was the way our's was meant to be - we just didn't realise it!

Thank you so much to everyone in Garryvoe again and especially Aidan who was an absolute gentleman and professional. We won't be strangers!

MYSELF & LAURA COULD NOT HAVE ASKED FOR ANYTHING MORE FROM THE AMAZING EXPERIENCE WE RECEIVED FROM GARRYVOE. FROM THE PLEASURE OF DEALING WITH AIDAN THROUGHOUT THE CRAZY MONTHS OF 2020 WHO ALWAYS MADE US FEEL AT EASE TO THE INCREDBILE AND WARMING STAFF ON THE DAY. ALL OUR GUESTS COULD NOT SPEAK HIGHLY ENOUGH OF THE VENUE, NOT JUST FROM THE STUNNING VIEWS AND DECOR OF THE HOTEL BUT OF EVERY SINGLE EMPOLYEE THAT THEY INTERACTED WITH COULD NOT HAVE BEEN BETTER. EVERYONE FELT AT EASE AND VERY WELCOME.

WE TRULY RECIEVED A 5* TREATMENT FROM THE MOMENT WE BOOKED OUR WEDDING 18MONTHS IN ADVANCE TO THE DAY ITSELF - THANK YOU ALL AND WE WILL MOST DEFIANTLY SEE YOU AGAIN IN THE FUTURE.

Hi Aidan, Ben and team,

We had our wedding on the 29th of August and honestly it was the best day of our lives. Despite the restrictions and lower numbers, every single guest commented that it was much more personal and the way the ballroom was set up, you would never know that it was a smaller wedding.We had our meal earlier, still had live music and plenty of dancing-no one even noticed the earlier finish time!With lower numbers(having originally planned for a wedding of 200/250) we personally had so much more time to spend chatting with family and friends -we wouldn’t change a thing!The food, location and service was amazing, the staff were exemplary-a special mention to Aidan,Ben,Liz and Jason.

Can’t wait to come back to Garryvoe for our anniversary,

Regards
Niamh and Ronan Walsh

We looked at many hotels but settled on Garryvoe. The best decision we could have made. Stephen, Aidan and their team were superb. They looked after us and our guests so well. They made us feel like our wedding was the only wedding that mattered. Thanks guys for helping to make our day so special. Special mention to Aidan Cotter. The best in the business. Eimear & Eoghan also top class !

I would definitely recommend Garryvoe Hotel. The staff were so accommodating and professional. Any concerns I had were quickly answered. I was so happy with the service on the day of my wedding. My guests were blown away by the high standards and warm welcome they received. The food was really good, plenty of it and the mash potato was unreal. I couldn't be happier with everything and have no problem recommending Garryvoe to any future Brides/Grooms

Myself and my husband could not be more grateful for the care and attention we received from the team at the Garryvoe Hotel from the moment we booked our wedding with them right up to leaving the morning after our wedding! There was no request too big and their quick response to any enquiries put our mind at ease the entire time! On the day the entire team from reception to catering to management were truly fantastic! Even one of the ladies during dinner took time to talk to my 4 year old nephew at the top table. The service at the Garryvoe hotel is exceptional and their attention to detail is incredible! Thank you Garryvoe hotel for making our wedding so special! It will always be a very special hotel to us!

I cannot recommend Garryvoe enough! They were amazing from start to finish and made everything so easy. It was very stress-free! They made us feel so special on our wedding day, almost as if we were the only bride and groom ever!! If I could give more than 5 stars I would

Aidan and the team at Garryvoe Hotel provided us with an exceptional wedding experience from the very first day of planning.

We asked about the possibility of using the Samphire Restaurant for the wedding meal as we were looking to create a relaxed and intimate dining experience to celebrate our special day with family and friends.

While this would be a first at Garryvoe, Aidan and the team were very open to the idea and created a fabulous dining experience for us and our guests in an amazing setting with bar area and library venue adjacent for the evening celebrations afterwards.

Everything went so smoothly on the day thanks to Aidan and his team who oversaw every detail with the greatest of care and attention. The meal was superbly delicious!

All of our guests thoroughly enjoyed the day and were so complimentary of the amazing sense of occasion for both the ceremony and reception, warm hospitality and personal touch provided at the Garryvoe.

The Garryvoe is outstanding in every way. It is the friendliest hotel I have ever been in. all the staff were so attentive and always happy to help and smiling. Nothing is too much trouble..
I’m a coeliac and few of my guests Also and they all raved at the GF options and vegetarian Available.
We as the bride and groom were handed food when we arrived which was fantastic. From Aidan the GM, Eoghan the banqueting manager, Ben. Liz attention to detail and utter kindness minding the top table! Wow!

Tracy, Laura and Maura on reception and back office were fantastic help in every way advising us all the way

All our guests said it was the best wedding ever as they travelled From kerry.
We picked Garryvoe for its outstanding food, venue . Staff and location ! Wow the view and the bridal suite! 5 star Hotel in my opinion.
The most organised operation I have witnessed in the hospitality business.
Our memories will stay forever and we can’t wait to go back and visit all the friendly staff again very soon

Also added we just started honeymoon but had to say thank you
We will be dying to hear on the new award

Excuse typos we in Chinatown on the phones!!!

Thanks again

Mairéad

Aidan and the team at Garryvoe Hotel provided us with an exceptional wedding experience from the very first day of planning.

We asked about the possibility of using the Samphire Restaurant for the wedding meal as we were looking to create a relaxed and intimate dining experience to celebrate our special day with family and friends.

While this would be a first at Garryvoe, Aidan and the team were very open to the idea and created a fabulous dining experience for us and our guests in an amazing setting with bar area and library venue adjacent for the evening celebrations afterwards.

Everything went so smoothly on the day thanks to Aidan and his team who oversaw every detail with the greatest of care and attention. The meal was superbly delicious!

All of our guests thoroughly enjoyed the day and were so complimentary of the amazing sense of occasion for both the ceremony and reception, warm hospitality and personal touch provided at the Garryvoe.

Thank you to everyone at Garryvoe Hotel for an amazing wedding at the Garryvoe. The day was everything we could have hoped for and we were absolutely delighted with everything on the day.

We had our wedding in the Garryvoe Hotel on the October Bank Holiday weekend and we had the most amazing day. Our friends and family are still in awe of the venue, service and food. Aidan was fabulous to deal with from start to finish and pulled out all the stops.
We felt like such a special couple and we were always welcomed with open arms when we visited the hotel.
We met Ben and Annmarie for our tasting and they were brilliant with suggestions and just great fun, they made the whole experience so enjoyable.
The hotel didn’t say no to one request and went above and beyond with set up for our special day.
On the day Liz and Eoghain looked after the top table and what a brilliant duo.
Liz knew everybody by name, remembered what everybody was drinking and didn’t leave a glass half full with topping it up, she brought out the extra crispy beef for my Dad as she knew it was his favourite. Liz is an absolute credit and I’m delighted she was nominated by the hotel for a recent customer service award.
Eoghain was great checking in and serving seconds - very important!
The food was FANTASTIC, thank you to all the chefs, porters & servers who were involved in our meal.
Thank you to the bar staff for looking after myself, the bride, with my cocktail request!
Thank you to housekeeping for dropping favours to every single bedroom.
Thank you to the front office team for looking after all our guests rooms and multiple emails!
Thank you to Mr.Belton for saying hello & wishing us well.
And a massive thank you again to Aidan!

The drinks reception, the ballroom, the reception were all gorgeous and lent so well to a magical day. All of our guests were blown away.
I am so impressed with the little touches, including a Christmas card with a lunch voucher received this week.
I can not recommend the Garryvoe hotel and all of its staff enough for your wedding or any special occasion.
We are happy to be regulars here now and look forward to celebrating many more occasions in the warm & welcoming Garryvoe Hotel.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything.
Ronan & Jane O’Mahony

We can't recommend Garryvoe enough, they made organising a wedding incredibly easy. They have a wealth of knowledge and were very prompt in responding to the smallest query. The food was delicious and was the first thing every guest commented on. All the staff are so welcoming, it was a pleasure to share our day with them.

Aiden and his team for our wedding were amazing. No request was too much and the whole day went so smoothly. We didnt have to worry about a thing, everything was taken care of. All the guests were so impressed with every aspect of the hotel, the location, the hotel itself, and the staff. Everyone also commented that the food was unbelievable and was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. So thank you all so so much for such a memorable day. ? We cant wait to come and stay at your beautiful hotel again in the near future.

We had the most amazing day in Garryvoe Hotel on Friday 20th Sept 2019.
From the very first time we visited the hotel we fell in love with the Library and general surroundings of the hotel. We loved the ballroom and all the staff were so nice.
From the day we booked, Ben, Aidan and all the team could not have done enough for us. Nothing we asked for was too much, they made all of our requests possible and never made us feel like anything was a burden.
We arrived for our menu tasting about 8 weeks before the wedding and we were treated like royalty for the night, it got us really excited for the wedding day.
On the day itself, everything was perfect. Aidan was at hand to welcome us and guide us through the evening (you have no idea how much the glass of ice-water before we went into the ballroom meant to us). The food was spectacular and we still have guests complimenting the food, service and the hotel weeks later. A special mention for Liz at the top table who looked after us really well.
The staff at Garryvoe really made our day wonderful, could not recommend the hotel enough.

Beautiful hotel and venue, amazing bridal suite, incredibly friendly and attentive staff. We couldn’t have asked for a better day!
We are delighted that we chose Garryvoe for our special day and would highly recommend it!

We just want to start off by saying thank you so much to all the staff for all your help with planning our wedding and making it such a special day. A special thank you to Stephen, Ben, Aidan and Eoghan. From the first day we came to view the hotel to our wedding day you all couldn’t of been more helpful. The food was absolutely amazing, all our guests haven’t stopping talking about how nice it was and generous portion sizes. We would recommend Garyvoe to anyone who is looking for a wedding venue as they couldn’t of done more to make sure we had an amazing wedding day. Aisling and John Paul

The whole reception part of the wedding was seamless from start to finish as the staff really went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect.
We had a fantastic Day

We had our perfect day in Garryvoe hotel. From the moment we were engaged there was little doubt that we would look beyond Garryvoe. The hotel were a pleasure to deal with and Ben guided us through the planning stage expertly. The food on the day was spectacular. We had guests from the local area and others from further afield that all raves about the presentation and taste. The day was just so relaxed and everything handled with the greatest care.

I don't know where to begin writing this review - The Garrvoe Hotel are simply the best. We had our wedding here on August 16th 2019 and although they have an extremely busy event schedule, the Garryvoe staff make you priority number 1. We had such a stress-free build up knowing that they had everything under control. We lived abroad for a portion of our build up but even so, the Garryvoe staff were always just a quick email away, always getting back to us insanely quickly!
The Garryvoe Hotel is a stunning location and all-round fabulous hotel - Lots of our guests have said they can't wait to return and we feel the same way. It is such a gem, and the staff are incredible. The food must also get a special mention as we still have people absolutely raving about it.
The library that holds the drinks reception is a dream - the atmosphere here is just so elegant but fun too. The ballroom speaks for itself - stunning and a perfect size. The dancefloor is placed so well in the room and the whole layout really lends itself to a full dancefloor for the evening band.
All other parts of the hotel are also fabulous and as a wedding weekend location it is just brilliant, from the cave bar to the leisure centre and the beautifully decorated guest rooms, we were just so impressed with it all. Not to mention the luxurious bridal suite that is amazing. Waking up there as husband and wife was truly so special.
We are so thankful to all at the Garryvoe Hotel (special mention to Mr. Belton and Laura at reception) for making our wedding dreams come true. We cannot wait to return to beautiful Garryvoe.

From both myself, James and Our Families, thank you so much for everything in the lead up the big day, right through the day to the day after our Wedding. We had an absolute ball. It was everything we could have asked and wished for. All we wanted from the start was to have such a super day that everyone would enjoy. We haven't stopped being complemented on our choice of location, the staff and of course the food. It was all perfect. Special mention from ourselves goes to Eoghan, Tracy and Liz, and of course yourself for being so helpful and accommodating. Every single table raved about your staff. They are a credit to the hotel.

I hope you have all recovered from the shock of the Landrovers and my ever so not ladylike exit from one I don't know who was more shocked by it!!

We honestly can wait to be able to come back and visit.

So if you could please pass on our thanks to everyone we would really appreciate it.

Kindest wishes,
Noreen and James Magner

The staff at Garryvoe are amazing, they couldn't have done more for us on the day. Everyone loved the food and the service. The hotel has been recently refurbished and looks great as well. We had a great experience with the management throughout the planning and everything was how we wanted it on the day. Very hard to fault them on anything, would definitely recommend the Garryvoe Hotel for a wedding venue.

To say our wedding day was amazing is an understatement. The staff at the hotel were a pleasure to deal with on the day and leading up to it. Even when i was emailing them 3 times a day they were always able to help us out and able to sort out whatever we needed. Aidan Ben and Eoin were so easy going and whatever we wanted to do it was never a problem. We just want to say a big thank you to them and the rest of the team. Lynsey and Bryan.

From the very first day walking into Garyvoe I knew I wanted that as our venue it is simply stunning, Ben, Aidan and Eoghan could not do enough for us on the build up to our big Day! You can tell these guys are so professional at what they do. All our guest have been raving about the wonderful service from all of the staff and spectacular food on the day. A special Thank you to Liz for looking after us at the top table such a friendly lady.
We would 100% recommend Garyvoe as a wedding venue, just wish we could do the Day all over again.

A huge thank you to all the staff at Garyvoe

Chloe & Jamie

We had a really great experience with garryvoe and would recommend them completely. We booked the date a little over a year in advance, paid our deposit and then that was it! Ben and Aidan etc did the rest! We were never bombarded with phone calls and hit with invoices. We paid the balance the morning after the wedding and there was absolutely no hidden extras.

The bridal suite is stunning, and we are excited to stay there again as a complimentary night from garryvoe.
My parents and wedding guests are still talking about how much food there was on the day, staff offered second helpings of everything. The staff were polite all the time, especially to the lovely lady who was at my side in the ballroom all evening (her name escapes me) to make sure I had everything.

Ben assured me everything was in hand but as every bride knows, it's part of a wedding to stress! But garryvoe really were great on the day.

Great photo locations, close to cork airport, only one wedding per day, clean, friendly staff and fairly priced.

Thanks so much to everyone especially ben and Aidan.
If I ever get married again, I will choose garryvoe!!!

Melanie and kieran x

Garryvoe Hotel was the venue for our wedding July 13th this year. From booking in May 2018 to the wedding day in July 2019 the hotel staff were outstanding! Always at the end of the phone, so organised and professional. Ben and Aiden were beyond helpful and on the day Ben couldn't have done enough for us!! Staff serving on the day were fantastic. Eoin went above and beyond and Liz was an absolute diamond - so professional and thoughtful. Garryvoe Hotel itself is stunning!!

From the day we 1st met them, they were always so helpful & friendly, every member of staff. Great comments from guests afterwards how wonderful the hotel was and some are going to revisit for a nights stay. If we asked for something it was never an issue.

Garryvoe was amazing from start to finish, we had civil ceremony and reception at the hotel.The staff were amazing Aidan and Ben done everything to make sure the day went of without a hitch.The meal and reception were excellent, our guests are still raving about the food and hotel.Special thanks to Liz who looked after the top table she was amazing!!! Would highly recommend garryvoe hotel to anyone who is looking for a venue..

We took a drive to Garryvoe Hotel when we were looking at possible venues.
Aidan, who happened to be there on the day showed us around and straight away made us feel at ease.
Between Aidan and Ben they were very facilitating on the lead up which took the stress out of the preparation and actually made it really enjoyable.
The day itself ran really smoothly, there was a very positive vibe all day thanks in no small part to Garryvoe and the staff. The food was fantastic, the rooms were impressive and we will always look back on our big day with great fondness.
Around 50 of our group stayed in the hotel the next night.
The casual front bar was ideal on day 2 (Saturday) as they serve food all day so people could come and go at their leisure.
It was a lovely bright day so people were strolling down to the beach in groups and getting ice creams in the little shop on the way.
We had such a good weekend that when everyone left after breakfast and it was time to check out, we impulsively decided to stay the 3rd night, just the 2 of us, as we didnt want it to end!
That Sunday was lovely and quiet in the hotel and I would strongly recommend staying there an extra night on your own to any couple getting married as it was a nice chance to chill with a cocktail in the library and reflect on the outstanding weekend we had.
Thanks again to all the team involved, I would be more than happy to recommend Garryvoe to anyone for their big day!

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Ben Aiden, Eoghan and all the team in Garryvoe were both a pleasure to work with and from the day we booked our reception with them, we could not wait for the day to arrive as we knew they would have everything in hand. Their professionalism, warmth, enthusiasm and helpfulness meant we were super confident everything would be perfect and it was. They were always quick to reply to questions and nothing was a problem.

On the day, the reception was incredible. From the warm greeting received by Eoghan and Ben, to being shown the most stunning reception room, we were blown away by how warm, welcoming and inviting it was. All of our guests commented on the venue, the amazing staff, the outstanding service, the stunning bedrooms and most of all the incredible food. There were clear plates all round. We would also like to mention Laura on reception who was super friendly and helpful over the two nights of our stay. She is an asset to the hotel.
Liz who served on the top table is an absolute joy, the world needs more people like Liz, hard working, kind, helpful and caring.

We will always cherish our memories of our wedding reception and know Garryvoe was the perfect choice for us. Cannot recommend the hotel highly enough.

We had our wedding in Garryvoe at the end of May. From the day we booked, Ben, Aidan & Eoghan went above and beyond for us. Nothing was a problem or too much of an ask. They made the planning process so easy & stress free for us. They were always quick to respond to any emails or calls and were always on hand to give honest, practical advice. The day itself ran so smoothly. There was always someone on hand if anything was needed. From the drinks reception, the meal & the afters food - everything was perfect. Our guests are still talking about the quality of food served & the friendliness of all staff on duty. All the staff helped create a wonderful party atmosphere. Thank you all again, we are so thrilled we made the choice to have our special day at Garryvoe Hotel.

We would highly recommend Garryvoe Hotel. They made our wedding day so special nothing was a hassle and they made sure everything ran smoothly. The food was amazing and there was plenty of food for everyone and extra they went above and beyond. We really enjoyed our day at Garryvoe Hotel and have even got compliments from our guests saying 'it was the best wedding they have ever been to'. We are so grateful to Garryvoe Hotels Team for everything.

The service for our wedding was fantastic from start to finish

We both found Aidan fantastic to deal with. He is really relaxed and pleasant and genuinely wanted to give us the best wedding possible. We booked it for next year and can’t wait to continue to work with Aidan on the build up to our day.

Dear Aidan,

Didn’t get a chance to say goodbye to you after the weekend was all done and dusted.

From the bottom of your hearts, thank you so so so much for an amazing few days at Garryvoe. We couldn’t have been happier with everything! You and the team are beyond amazing!!

Kindest Regards as always,

Al and Ais

From our first meeting with the team in Garryvoe Hotel their professionalism and attention to detail was second to none.

Not only did they provide the perfect venue for our reception they offered us invaluable advice on music, food and what worked best for couples on their wedding day based on their vast experience.

The service on the day itself was seamless and we have been inundated with compliments from our guests since the big day, the majority of which relate to the staff and their experience in the Garryvoe Hotel that weekend.

The food in particular was a big hit with everyone, there was plenty to go around and there was something to suit everyone.

Stephen, Ben, Aidan and the entire team took so much of the pressure off of us, we had no worries on the day and would highly recommend The Garryvoe Hotel to anybody looking for a wedding venue.

Absolutely overwhelmed by the whole day. Fantastic display of service from all staff. Dinner was delicious and the rooms were spotless. I genuinely couldn't fault any aspect of the hotel. We spent two nights in the hotel with our families and had the best two days of our lives. Compliments to everyone who made it special. Thank you!

Absolutely fantastic and friendly team, nothing was never too much of an ask and made our day so perfect and stress free, highly recommended!!

We had our wedding in Garryvoe Hotel on 2nd March 2019 and it was just the most amazing day. We dealt with Aidan who was wonderful to deal with. Any queries we had beforehand were dealt with so efficiently and nothing was too much trouble. All the staff were so good on the day and really looked after us, especially Liz who was always on hand and just so lovely. The food was amazing and plenty of it. So many of our guests commented on the hotel and how it was a fantastic spot. We would definitely recommend Garryvoe Hotel, we were so well looked after and we will have many wonderful memories of our special day there.

The Garryvoe was a dream location for our wedding, a beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. Aidan, our wedding coordinator was really easy to get on with and professional. He and the team were helpful and flexible in the run up to the day and even though we don't live locally, we found dealing with the hotel from a distance really easy.

On the day itself the guys in Garryvoe made ran things perfectly. Everything ran smoothly whilst also being really relaxed for both of us.

All our guests commented on how helpful and welcoming the staff were, and were completely blown away by the quality of the food.

If I could leave 6 star review I would. Staff go the extra mile to take the stress out of the whole thing.Outstanding food, service and value for money. They made our special day extra special.

We found the Garryvoe Hotel excellent, not only for its scenic location but for the friendliness and professionalism of the staff. No request was too much and the day itself was run to perfection. From the first day we visited the hotel to the follow up after the wedding, we could not have asked for more. We would highly recommend the Garryvoe Hotel.

Garryvoe was our dream location and it really did deliver. Food, service, hospitality and willingness to accommodate are second to none. All our guests were so impressed with the quality and the setting. Completely understand why it's so popular and always winning awards as the guys who work there go out of their way to accommodate your every need.

Stephen Belton and all of the staff at the Garryvoe were a dream to deal with for our recent wedding. All of our queries were answered promptly and we didn't have to worry about anything; Stephen knew what to anticipate and everything was taken care of for us. The food was amazing and there and the service was excellent.

Beautiful hotel, stunning bridal suite. Rooms are large and the vast majority have been renovated recently. Every request was catered to. Food was outstanding and the service was faultless.

Well where to even start. We had our wedding in Garryvoe Hotel on September 1st 2018 and it was just an amazing experience from start to finish. From when we met with Stephen Belton in March 2017 to the end of the wedding weekend we were so impressed and humbled. Every time we visited the hotel before the wedding it was a pleasurable experience and there was always someone there to answer any queries we had. The day itself was just seamless and as a bride and groom we didn’t have to worry about a thing. As a self-proclaimed foodie couple the food was something hugely important to us and it did not disappoint. In fact it was something of a highlight which many of our guests have come back to us to commend the hotel on. The whole atmosphere in the hotel is a recipe for an amazing wedding and we would highly recommend it to any couple looking at Garryvoe as a possible wedding venue. We couldn’t do a review without giving a special mention to Liz who looked after the top table during dinner. She also runs the show at breakfast and is always so friendly to every guest she meets! Maura in the office was also a huge help to us in relation to the accommodation for our guests and again nothing we asked of her was a job too big. She has a lovely way about her and does her job to a very high standard. It has to be said though that every staff member we had an experience with from planning our wedding to leaving the hotel on Monday September 2nd was great. Good customer service is something that this hotel has down to a fine art and it is very evident throughout the hotel. We also had a 2nd day event in the smaller function room with a buffet for our guests. This food was also amazing and filled the spot for everyone after a long day of drinking the day before! Picking Garryvoe as a wedding venue will not be a decision you regret, our only disappointment is that we can’t go back and to it all again.

The Hacketts

We had our wedding in Garryvoe and I can't recommend them highly enough. From the first day we went to meet them, we found them very helpful and catered for all our needs. They were always quick to respond to any request on the lead up to the wedding and on the day itself they were brilliant. All our guests were complementing the venue also.

We booked Garryvoe hotel back in September 2016 and from start to finish the management and staff could not do more for us. We stayed for 4 nights during our wedding and were treated like royalty. No request was too big or too small and it was great as the bride and groom to be able to relax knowing our guests would be well taken care of. The food whether in the bar, wedding or in the bistro is top notch. Anyone considering Garryvoe as their venue will not be disappointed.

If I could offer any advice.. the day goes so quickly take the tine to take 5-10 mins together on your own on the day to take it all in!

Everything was amazing. Could not fault anything about the wedding day. The room was nice and comfy.

We had our wedding in the Garryvoe Hotel on July 21st and we highly recommend this hotel. From our first viewing, we were struck by the generosity and warmth of the staff. The recently redecorated function room and lobby was a perfect location for our wedding reception. Stephen, Ben, Brendan, Aidan, Maura, Tracy and Liz were exceptional from our first visit right up to our Wedding Day. The staff fulfilled all our requests in an efficient and caring manner which made our day very special. The food was delicious both on our Wedding Day and also for a family function the day after in a private room which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Our guests are still talking about their wonderful stay in the Garryvoe Hotel and the memories they created that weekend. We cannot recommend the Garryvoe Hotel enough, we can't wait for a return visit in the near future. Regina & Gearóid

I was staying at the hotel the night before my wedding, there was another wedding on that night and I couldn't sleep because of the music! That's the only bad thing I have to say as Stephen belton and his co workers, every one of them were so helpful and polite and friendly, they went out of their way to make our day as special as they could. I couldn't recommend this hotel and more, food was delicious, the honeymoon suite was amazing, the hotel is beautiful! We had a second day entertainment and we were accommodated with our requests on that as well. An amazing venue that has deservedly won several awards.

We were dealing with Stephen belton general manager in relation to our wedding nothing was too much trouble. I had a list of requests which he took care of we were in safe hands. Our wedding meal was fantastic everyone commented on how fabulous the hotel was and how friendly the staff were. We had a second day there aswell which we had in the library area. It was such a relaxing day and everyone enjoyed it. People could walk along the strand or use the swimming pool in the hotel before our second day party. We were treated like royalty from start to finish would highly recommend to anyone considering a venue by the sea.

We had our wedding reception at Garryvoe Hotel in July 2018 and I cannot speak highly enough of all of the team working in the hotel. From the first day we went to see the hotel we were very well looked after and felt the friendly, welcoming atmosphere the minute we walked in the door. The food was top notch, the service was excellent and Ben was extremely easy to deal with any time we needed anything. Thanks to everyone at Garryvoe Hotel for making our Wedding Day so relaxed and enjoyable!

From our first meeting with Garryvoe Wedding planner, Brendan, to checking out the day after our wedding, everything was amazing. We simply cannot recommend this venue enough. We would have our wedding day all over again in a heartbeat not changing a thing!
The location of the venue is fantastic with breath-taking views of the Atlantic. The staff are truly friendly, genuine and couldn’t do anymore for us or our guests. The food was delicious and plenty was served to everyone. The Honeymoon suite was out of this world!
All our wants and wishes, from finger food, to walk in music and every aspect of the wedding was carried out without a qualm.
All in all, I have and will continue to rave about Garryvoe. Thank you to all the staff of Garryvoe for giving us the best day!

We had our wedding in may 2018 in the stunning garryvoe hotel. We booked it 2 years in advance & from the moment we met ben and talked through everything that the hotel offered we knew it would be perfact for us. All of the team were great they couldnt do enough for us & when i stayed the night before with my wedding party it was the same. Our day came & went but everything went so perfactly thanks to everyone being so professional. Everybody complimented the food and service on the day. I wish we could re-live the day over again but i look forward to returning for our anniversary.

I cannot speak highly enough of this hotel as a wedding venue. We had our wedding here, reception and ceremony, they were so professional but also so personable, reliable and easy going. They deal with a huge volume of weddings but we never felt as though it was just another day at work for any of the staff. We came down the night before and stayed for the night after celebrations. Everthing ran flawlessly, they accomodated any last minute hiccups from our end, there were a few!! I would like to in particulr mention Ben, Brendan and Liz for making our day truely specia and memorable.

From the moment we arrived at Garryvoe Hotel to view it for our possible wedding venue we both knew it was exactly what we wanted. Stephen Belton was just so.amazing and professional in his approach yet so personalble i felt very at ease and at no point felt overwhelmed, Stephen, Aidan, Ben
and all the staff were so attentive and really made our day even more special.
The food was outstanding, all our guests complimented on how beautiful it tasted and looked.
The location of the hotel is just breathtaking, it sits overlooking the beach and bay. The interior of the hotel does not disappoint it has been designed to such a high spec and attention to detail is second to none including the bridal suite which in my opinion is possibly the best and most beautiful bridal suite around it would be hard to top it!!
I could not recommend Garryvoe Hotel enough absolutely loved everything about it from start to finish..5 stars all the way.
Suzanne and John x

Stephen and all the staff in Garryvoe were fantastic to deal with, The hotel was brilliantly presented and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
The Venue Room was perfect and the Reception Library was also perfect. We have been constantly complimented with our choice of Garryvoe Hotel in the beautiful Ballycotton Bay since our wedding.

But above all, the staff made both myself and Dee and our parents feel special! Anything we asked for was met with a "how can we help" or a "no Problem" response. Anytime we called by phone or in person we were greeted by name and we felt like we were part of the Garryvoe family. But above all it was the little touches, a complimentary drink, staff ensuring that nobody was waiting for service, and extras with dinner to make us feel special!

Both Dee and Myself were over the moon with Garryvoe Hotel and would be more than happy to recommend Garryvoe to anyone! We feel that Garryvoe, Stephen & the team really did pull out all the stops to make our wedding reception perfect!

Many thanks

Michael & Dee

Brendan and Aidan were great to deal with nothing was a problem even when we went all peaky blinders and gin on them.... we had never stayed or had food in the hotel when we booked it,, and they gave us an amazing tasting we felt quite special and tipsy.we stayed two nights and loved the hotel in the November... on the day 98% of our guest had never been in the venue and were blown away by the beach, venue and omg the food.... we stayed three days for food and drinks with big guest lists and they met every request even rugby six nations on the big screen day two and offered a trad in there really good cave bar for the evening...they are very relaxed which set a great tone from start to finish with the nine months of dealing with the hotel..... great memories of an amazing weekend and we’d love to recommend the guys and the hotel for weekend stays or the wedding of your dreams.... we can’t wait to visit soon... well done garryvoe deserved of all your awards.

We could not have asked for a better Wedding Reception at Garryvoe hotel. Everything was just perfect!

The staff were fantastic right from the day we visited the hotel. We knew from the day we booked we were in good hands and didn’t need to worry about a thing.

All our guests were delighted with their rooms and couldn’t get over how beautiful the hotel was and how friendly and helpful the staff were.

The food was outstanding and guests were offered second helpings which was a real plus.

The venue was just perfect. The day flowed flawlessly, thanks to all the staff at the hotel. This allowed us to relax and enjoy our day with our guests which is what it is all about!

Thank you Garryvoe for the most memorable day!

I could not recommend Garryvoe Hotel highly enough. The staff were exceptional in the lead up to the wedding, and were always available to take our calls or meet for a chat.

On the wedding day, everything went perfectly, and all the guests were very complimentary with regards the hotel. The meal was beautiful and the service was quick and friendly. Overall the whole experience was excellent.

We got had our wedding reception in Garryvoe Hotel on the 18th of November 2017. The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. We looked at a few hotels but once we visited Garryvoe we were sold. We had a food and wine tasting as part of our package and that evening was without a doubt our favourite part of wedding planning. We didn't need to think about anything on the day as we were able to rely fully on the staff in the hotel to run the day perfectly. In particular Liz and Brendan on the day were so helpful & nothing was too much trouble. So many people mentioned to us how much they loved the hotel and the meal on the day but also how welcoming the staff were across the hotel. I would recommend the Garryvoe Hotel to anyone planning their wedding.

We had our special day on the 04/11/17 in garryvoe and it was absolutely beautiful. I couldn't have asked for anymore out of garryvoe. From the moment we booked with them they made sure all my needs and questions were answered. We are living in the UK at the moment and they made things so easy that we didn't need to come back often. With Skype calls, emails and telephone calls from them to make sure i was kept up to date with all that was happening. Our guests couldn't stop telling how much they loved our venue and how much the staff took care of them. The food is amazing and they make sure everyone has had enough to eat. Im so happy that we chose to share our special day with them and I couldn't thank them enough. I highly recommend them to everyone.

We couldn't have chosen a better venue for our ceremony and reception than Garryvoe. Nothing was too much hassle for Stephen, Ben or Brendan. THe service was beyond any of our wildest dreams, the food was unreal and the rooms were amazing. Everyone was full of compliments for the spacious rooms, the fantastic breakfast and the wedding meal itself. We couldn't believe it when a second helping was offered!! Only two people even considered it, the rest of us were too full of delish dinner!! We had regular contact from all the team from when we booked to the days following. We couldn't have asked for better service from anyone, the wait staff, the bar staff, the front desk staff and of course the management. I can't sing their praises enough. And can't wait to get back to Garryvoe for a visit and to relive our day :)

It has been over a month since our special day (14 October 2017) and our opinion of the Garryvoe Hotel and the team only continues to grow. Our guests and family who we have spoken to in the last month rave about how impressed they were by the hotel, the setting, the food and the staff. From day one when we met the wedding team they were a joy and a pleasure to work with.

This hotel is made for weddings and the Garryvoe team is the best in the business at them. Stephen Belton, Aiden and in particular Ben who was our wedding manager were brilliant to work it. They gave excellent succinct advice and really looked to make our day perfect. No matter how many meetings or calls we made whatever minor issue was bothering us – the guys always made us feel like they were our priority and would always make time for us and give us ideas. This a family run hotel and you can sense it. They really appreciate business and there is just a lovely atmosphere in this hotel which is created by the staff (whether this be the bar staff, reception, cleaning staff or the night porter). Our day could not have gone any better, however, there was a hiccup at the start of the day when a make-up artist did not show up for the Groom’s family (which had nothing to do with the Hotel). However when Donal mentioned this to Tracy on the front desk she took complete control – rang all her local contacts and managed to get an appointment for us. It is these things which you will notice during your wedding and makes the Garryvoe so special. They really are just such lovely people working in this hotel. A particular mention to Liz (Senior Waitress) who always made you feels at home, Shirley (Head of the Cleaning Staff) who was always there with good luck wishes and Tracy who it was a pleasure to meet and who helped sort the lack of the make-up artist for the Groom’s family!

The Library is an unbelievable setting for pre-dinner drinks overlooking Ballycotton Bay and the Lighthouse. The function room is classy but not over the top. The food well it was just unreal (5 Star quality which was complemented by all our guests). Sometimes at weddings we always get the feeling that the service and food at the top table might not be as good as it is for the guests at the back (all our guests though made a point of complementing it). Nobody goes hungry either with plenty of seconds being provided to all our guests. According to Ruth’s Uncle who travelled home from Australia it was the best food he ever ate at wedding (he is 65!) and we are sure he would not be alone in this view. The drinks at the bar aren’t expensive by hotel standards and the stage for the band and the dance floor were perfect. Our wedding was so special and the Garryvoe and the team played a huge part in this.

Finally on the Monday after our wedding (we had drinks in Ballycotton in the Blackbird Bar on the Sunday (another great venue)) – Storm Orphelia hit. While our wedding was over at this stage, the Hotel could not have been more accommodating for our guests who had to change their travel plans (cut short or lengthen their stays) and really continued to go the extra mile (they made sure we were all secure in the hotel and cut our cake to make sure our guests were well fed while we all waited for the storm to pass!).

This hotel is made for weddings, it was what they do, they are excellent at it and they value your business. Sometimes we read online reviews of hotels and restaurants and wonder - how trustworthy are they? I am sure everyone says nice things about the hotel they got married in? Hand on heart this hotel exceeded our expectations. They are very upfront with prices, no hidden costs, the setting is unreal, the food is Michelin Star cuisine and the staff make you feel like you are an extension of their family and the Hotel is your home for those few magical days.

From the first day that we sat down to talk about possibly having our wedding in the Garryvoe, to our dinner tasting, the days before our wedding, our special day and sheltering us in Storm Orphelia – the Garryvoe and Stephen and the team really looked after us. The best of luck to Stephen and the team – they deserve every success.

We made the best the decision of our lives by deciding to get married on 14 October 2017. Our next best decision was to book the Garryvoe. Go for it you won’t regret it – we promise!

Donal and Ruth

The staff were fantastic, so friendly and accommodating. We cannot wait to return to spend another night there. The food is outstanding. All our guests were very impressed. I would highly recommend Garryvoe for a wedding, getaway or even just a nice relaxing meal.

From the very first meeting we had with the Garryvoe Hotel we knew this was the hotel we wanted to have our wedding reception in. We actually didn't view anywhere else! The food, the service is just second to none! They went over and beyond to make our day the most special day not just for us but for our guests as well. Couldn't recommend the hotel highly enough. Thank you to all.

Best place for a wedding loved everything about it staff were fab and food was beautiful

From the first day we met with Andrzej to the days after our wedding all the staff at Garryvoe have been fantastic. After our first meeting we knew we wanted to get married at Garryvoe, they made every aspect of the preparations so easy and straightforward and we really felt they were looking out for our interests. They were prompt in getting back to us with all our queries and had great advice. On the week leading up to the wedding and the day itself they did so much and had thought of everything possible so that we could just enjoy our day. The food was incredible, extremely tasty and good sized portions. We are still getting compliments from our guests on how good the hotel was. Really cannot say enough good things about the hotel and staff, the location is obviously incredible too and we had lovely photos taken outside the hotel down on the beach. Would recommend to anyone and looking forward to going back there again.

My husband Michael and I got married here, August 2017. Garryvoe hotel really made our dream day come true. Stephan The GM and his staff were so professional to deal with and looked after us every step of the way. The ballroom is elegant and perfect space. We had 160 people at our wedding. All our guests told us how wonderful the whole day was from start to finish and the hotel rooms were sensational, especially the two floored bridal suite. The food was hot and served with no delays. It's located right by a beach and guests were able to stetch their legs after the meal. Everything about the day seemed effortless and flowed together perfectly.

I can honestly say that I would certainly recommend a wedding reception here it truely was a magical day that will be remembered forever.

Couldnt reccomend The Garryvoe Hotel enough! It s the perfect setting. The hotel is truely amazing.From the decor to food and not to forget the amazing bridal suite you won be dissapointed. The staff cant do enough for you.For any brides or grooms thinking about having there big day in the Garryvoe as i can say is you wont regret it.

The staff of Garryvoe Hotel were in essence amazing. Everything that I wanted done was taken care of immediately. No problem was too big or too small and someone be it Stephen himself or Ben or Andre were always on hand to answer any questions, queries or worries I may have had. The women at reception were so professional, friendly and quick in their response. They always took the time out to chat which I think is lovely and made a difference. On the day all our guests had a wonderful dining experience. We had a few guests with allergies and they were catered for very well on the day. Overall a 5 star experience.

We had a great experience with Garryvoe right from the 1st time we met Andrè & the whole way through. Anything we wanted was possible & he did all he could to help us make our day special. Unfortunately Andrè was called away the day of our wedding & wasn't able to be there on the day itself. The food was delicious & the staff were brilliant. Looking forward to a visit back for our anniversary.

Every part of the process of planning our wedding reception at the Garryvoe Hotel just went so well. And the day itself was just so magical and it all went off better than we could have imagined. From the first day we met with Andrzej to the weekend of our wedding all the staff at Garryvoe were just fabulous. After our first visit to Garryvoe, we knew we wanted to get married there.

All staff at the hotel couldn't have been more helpful when it came to planning our big day. Their very friendly staff really helped an awful lot and we're very responsive when it came to queries and requests. They were a real help when it came to picking the food and drink for the day and came up with some great suggestions we wouldn't have thought of that in the end were very popular. Nothing seemed to be a bother to them, they put out our personal decorations and set up a sweet table for us, that we supplied ourselves. It was a very popular addition. The ballroom just looked so stunning.

On the day itself, again I can't speak highly enough of Andrejz, Ben and their team. The evening flowed so brilliantly and included the lovely touch of a few quiet moments alone to take it all in while the guests took their seats. Amazing food and wonderful service

The following morning was so nice too. Really accommodating, no rushing us out. In short a great experience at the Garryvoe Hotel.

Very many of our guests are still complimenting the food, which was just delicious. And so many have said what a wonderful evening and night they had.

We want to thank all the staff in Garryvoe, the girls at the front desk, the servers, the chefs & kitchen staff, and of course all the management staff. We just had the most spectacular day. One we will never forget.

Where do I even start?! Ben, Andrezj the staff at Garryvoe are just amazing. Ben the manager we dealt with is so down to earth, professional and one of the nicest people to deal with. Nothing is a problem and all the staff make you feel like royalty on your big day. Liz is one in a million. Your typical 'Irish mammy' making sure everyone had enough grub on their plate. Laura on front desk is such a lovely person and fantastic at her job. From start to finish Garryvoe was amazing! The food, the service, the decor, everything is top class! Anyone who has booked Garryvoe as their wedding venue have made the best decision. The staff will ensure everything goes off without a hitch. The best decision we made without a doubt, was choosing Garryvoe as our wedding venue and we hold nothing but fond memories of our wedding day thanks to them. The guests were blown away as were we. I wish the hotel and staff the very best in the future. They deserve every success! Jane and Owen

We couldn't recommend the Garryvoe Hotel more. From the moment of enquiry to the moment we checked out, Stephen, Andrzej, Ben and the entire team went above and beyond to make sure we were looked after.
We were planning the wedding from abroad and they made it so easy and were always quick to respond to any question or enquiry we had.
Our guests were all delighted with the bedrooms, and all of them commented on the excellent standard of service and food at the meal.
Thank you to all of the team at Garryvoe for making our day so special, we will treasure the memories forever!

We chose the Garryvoe Hotel for our wedding as it really is the most perfect beachside wedding location in Ireland! Stephen Belton and all the staff there ensured that we had the most amazing day of our lives! They were so attentive to our needs and nothing was too much hassle! The staff were so warm and friendly from the initial booking, right through to the day itself! The food on the day was simply divine and the staff were constantly making sure that everyone had more than enough food and drink. The bridal suite is stunning with incredible views out across Ballycotton Bay. Our guests are still raving about the venue and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exquisite wedding venue!

We literally did not even look at another wedding venue we had just decided one day to take a trip to garryvoe for dinner and came home with a venue booked!! As soon as we pult up outside the hotel I envisioned myself walking in the doors in a wedding gown! The hotel has such a touch of class and friendly atmosphere around it, the staff at reception immediately greet you with a big smile and are so pleasant. We decided to enquire about our wedding that day and spoke with Andrzej he was amazing and had so much knowledge he recommended a lot and we immediately began booking our suppliers on some of his recommendations I have to admit I was the "most relaxed bride ever" but I knew we were in good hands. We then dealt with Ben for the food tasting and final decisions and again he was amazing! The whole day itself went perfectly it was magical and we didn't need to worry about anything they were both were so hands on, Stephen and all the hotel staff were also a pleasure everyone of our guests couldn't speak highly enough of the food or choice of venue the best decision I have ever made was choosing garryvoe as our wedding venue!!! We love to take the odd trip down for lunch now it will always hold such a special place in both our lives. Thanks for everything!

Myself and my Wife chose The Garryvoe for our venue in May 17. I have to say from our initial conversation with the management right through to checkout after the 2nd night they were the most accommodating, flexible, professional and courteous people I have ever dealt with in such a scale. The management bent over backwards to accommodate my wife with her most fussiest requests. Out of all of the hotels we visited (& we done our homework) the Garryvoe gave the best quality for our money. The newly renovated reception was the perfect setting and we got fantastic photos on the beach. The choices of food was unbelievable but the hardest thing was having to make a decision on what to put on the menu after our tasting night. Truly delicious, all of our guests taught the same. The rooms in general were very well maintained with a very high quality. The bridal suite though...!! As I said we done our homework and nothing we seen compared to the Garryvoe’s bridal suite. I know you don’t spend much time in it but it’s even fantastic for photos and also visitors the next day as it’s massive and you are just surrounded with luxury. I have no regrets about our decision and I can not recommend The Garryvoe highly enough for the scenery, venue and the management and staff...!!

On May 12th, Will and I got married in Fermoy Co. Cork. We held the reception of our wedding at Garryvoe Hotel. I can safely say that was probably one of the best decisions we ever made. We decided to visit the Garryvoe soon after our engagement as location wise it was ideal for us, given that Will is from Mizen Head, beside the sea was a perfect location for us. As both of us work Monday to Friday, and Will in Wexford, we found that it was difficult to make appointments with most hotels as the event co-ordinators worked Monday to Friday. Fortunately at the Garryvoe Andrzej the wedding Co ordinator was available on Saturdays/sundays for any meetings. This was a big plus for us and also gave us confidence that the person that we would have every meeting regarding the hotel would also be on-site the day of the wedding.

Based on our initial meeting, we pretty much made up our mind that we were going to go with the Garryvoe Hotel, size wise it was perfect for the size wedding we were going to have but also the room itself was absolutely beautiful, also the hotel itself looked lovely from the entrance to the unbelievable library bar and hall down to the banquet room. Andrzej also was so warm, welcoming and friendly and gave us confidence in the hotel. All the staff that we met on the day had smiles on their faces and were warm and friendly, exactly the type of people that we wanted to be greeting and looking after our guests on the day of our wedding.

Over the few months in advance of our wedding, we had a number of meetings with the hotel, each gave us great confidence in the hotel. We picked our menu and any requests we made such as having a number of servings of the beef to be rare was taken and coeliac options were gladly granted.

The day of our wedding arrived and everything was perfect. First of all I will start with the food, it surpassed our expectations. From the chicken starter, soup and the beef and fish main courses to the desserts, it was all lovely. Coming from a family that loves their meat, I can't speak highly enough of the beef, there was a lot of envious looks at the plates of beef that some people ordered including me and it tasted as good as it looked. The portions were great and there was plenty seconds for anyone who wanted it. There was no delays between servings and everyone was served promptly. Both the back of the room and front were served at the same time which was great for our guests.The Banqueting manager had everything under control and again all the servers were prompt, efficient and with smiles on their faces.
Once the food was finished, the tables on the dance floor were moved out of the way and the venue was ready for the rest of the night. Once the music was finished, the bar staff and the night manager couldn't be more helpful and made sure that my wife and I were looked after and our requests were granted. All our guests that were staying the night were well looked after and their singing voices did not go thirsty.

So many of our guests came up to us the following morning and even since then to compliment the hotel from the food and venue and the appearance of the hotel.

Garryvoe Hotel has a lot going for it but definitely for us, it is the staff from Andrzej and Ben to the girls at reception, the food servers and bar staff that are the best selling point of the hotel. They each contributed to making our wedding day the happiest and most memorable day of our lives. We would like to thank all of them.
Ellen and will

Very happy. It was amazing everyone still talks about it. Food was fantastic and our guests and family well they were all well looked after. The day just ran so smooth

We could not recommend Garryvoe highly enough as our wedding venue. From the initial meetings with Stephen, Ben and Andrezej to the day itself, nothing was too much to ask. Having worked in Garryvoe many summers ago, I always knew I wanted to have our reception but we still did shop around. In the end they were about to accommodate our budget and other needs. My friends still talk about the food at the afters reception! We would have no hesitation in recommending Garryvoe Hotel and their fantastic team.
Orla and Shane

We got married in Garryvoe in March this year and they were absolutely fantastic, we couldn't recommend them more. From the first day we visited, to the meal tastings and to the day itself they couldn't have done more for us, nothing was too much trouble and everyone we met was so helpful and friendly. Ben & Andrzej were fantastic to deal with always on hand to answer any queries we had. The day itself was great, everyone remarked on how friendly all the staff in the hotel were and how delicious the food was, exactly what we were hoping for! Thanks so much to all in Garryvoe :-)

We had our wedding at Garryvoe Hotel 28/10/17 and we couldn't have asked for a better venue. The setting alone at Garryvoe beach is amazing and ideal for wedding photographs, but the hotel itself is the real winner. From the moment we first viewed the hotel we knew it was for us. The beautiful décor, and stunning chandeliers in the reception room couldn't have have it more charming. The bridal suite was like something out of a fairytale and we already cant wait to go back and stay there again.The staff were always available to us from the very beginning of the process and they were there the whole way through the planning to help make it the day of our dreams, no request was to small. So many of our guests came to us during the day and afterwards to tell us how much they enjoyed their stay at Garryvoe and how amazing the food was. Huge thank you to André, Ben, Brendan and everyone else at Garryvoe who contributed to making our day perfect for us.

I can see why the Garryvoe hotel wins loads of awards. From the moment we booked this hotel the staff were just absolutely a pleasure to deal win. Nothing was to much trouble for Ben and Andrezj they were always on hand to help us out. Whatever we needed. Any brides out there you will not go wrong with this hotel.

Myself and my now husband got engaged in July 2015. When we were looking at venues for our big day, Garryvoe was was always on the list, but it wasnt until we called in and met with Ben that we truely made our decision. He was so good to deal with from start to finish, as was Andre and those on reception. We booked our date, put down a deposit and away we went. Anytime we called or emailed any queries throughtout the 15 months to our wedding, Garryvoe were so prompt with their replies, and even though our wedding was months away, we were always treated like we mattered. The weeks leading up to our wedding, we had our meal tasting with Ben. He was so helpful and any changes we wanted, they were able to facilitate us. The week of the wedding, I was back and forth to the hotel with props and questions and the staff were on hand to help me every step of the way. Our day finally arrived, 21st October. When we arrived at Garryvoe in the Combine Harvester, Ben and Andre were on hand. Sean had asked Ben if we could arrive in style and he made sure it was possible and made sure not to say it to me as it was a surprise. The staff on the night were superb. All our guests were delighted with the fantastic meal that was served to them and were so complimentary of the staff and their speed on the night. The whole day went so smoothly and that was down to the professionalism of Garryvoe hotel. I cannot say enough about this outstanding venue. They couldnt have done any more for us and we are delighted we got to celebrate our special day in such a special venue. Thank you all so so much at Garryvoe hotel from Catherine and Sean

We had our wedding reception in Garryvoe Hotel on the 10 September 2016. We could not have asked for a better venue or a more professional and friendly staff than at Garryvoe.

They made the planning of our wedding so much easier and helped us in all the stages of planning our wedding by being very responsive, helpful and accommodating in any queries we had.

We could not have been happier with the reception on the day and everything went very smoothly and Garryvoe made it a day we will never forget.

We are so happy that we chose the Garryvoe Hotel for our recent wedding reception. When we first started looking for a reception venue, we thought it would be a difficult choice, particularly as we live abroad, but it turned out to be an easy decision once we visited the Garryvoe Hotel. We got a sense from them straight away that our wedding would be in safe hands and that everything would run smoothly despite us organizing things from afar, which is exactly what happened. Andrzej, Liz, Laura, Ben and Stephen were fantastic to deal with and made the whole process so easy for us.

Everything about the Garryvoe was brilliant. The food was fantastic and they have a broad menu and are happy to accommodate other dietary needs, which was important to us as we had a few vegetarians, coeliacs and diabetics among our guests. The interior of the hotel was recently renovated so the decor is stunning, and the location is as picturesque as they come. Some of our guests travelled from abroad and they were very impressed with the hotel. The best thing about the Garryvoe, however, was the staff who were all so friendly, helpful and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble for them and many of our guests mentioned the friendliness of the staff afterwards.

I'm sure there were one or two hiccups on the day but, if there were, we were never aware of them and were able to just focus on enjoying ourselves and spending time with family and friends. We have so many happy memories from the Garryvoe Hotel and really could not say a bad word about the place. Before the wedding, we thought it would be a great venue but it completely exceeded our expectations. We loved every minute of our time there and can't wait to go back for a visit!

Had a fantastic wedding day at the Garryvoe hotel would highly recommend it to anyone the staff are top class and the food is amazing, great spot

We had a fabulous day at The Garryvoe Hotel for our wedding in August 2016. Ben and the team were very easy to deal with and nothing was too much trouble in the lead up to our day. Liz looked after us very well on the day too. The hotel library area is stunning. Guests thoroughly enjoyed the drinks reception here. Our meal was devine, as we expected. The food in The Garryvoe Hotel is always excellent. In all we had an incredible day and made memories to last a lifetime. Thanks to all at The Garryvoe Hotel.

We had our wedding on August 5th this year. We couldn't have picked a better location for our reception. From beginning to end the staff and management were unbelievable. Andrej went above and beyond for us. His experience in the business is evident and his advice and support throughout the planning was extremely helpful.
The venue itself is amazing and is perfect for every size wedding. We had a large enough wedding and it didn't for one second feel crowded. The reception staff in the days before the wedding were also fantastic. Even though they had 4 weddings in the week running up to our wedding every effort was made to ensure our day ran smoothly. The day itself went in a blur but I certainly won't forget the amazing food and service we received on the day. Our guests raved about the quality of the food and the friendliness of the wait staff.
We also celebrated in the bar the night after the wedding, We would highly recommend Garryvoe for any special event.

We got married at the Garryvoe on the 4th August this year, it was the most beautiful day. We are from England so we had lots to plan and prep for and the hotel staff from truly amazing! We often spoke through email and came over for a few meetings. All of our guests travelled a long way and all 120 stayed at the Garryvoe. Our guests were overwhelmed by how wonderful and accommodating the staff were. The night before the wedding we gathered in 2 groups at the new hotel bar (the ladies!) and the men in the cave, service was fabulous till the small hours. On the day everyone had breakfast together and used the spa, getting ready with pre drinks in the bar before coaches left for the church. Once we returned as a married couple we were greeted with a drinks reception and most people were outside enjoying the view and glorious weather. Our meal was amazing, every guests said how delicious the food and that they had never been to a wedding with such a great menu. The most brilliant wedding that kept going unitl 5am!

From start to finish our day was truly the best day of our lives and it was mainly down to the hotel and their fabulous staff. We cannot thank them enough x x

Myself and my wife had an amazing wedding day at the Garryvoe. The location is beautiful, the hotel and its facilities are 5 star but the best thing about the hotel without doubt is the staff. They are superb. A lot of hotels hark on about being family run but the Garryvoe is the only one where I've actually noticed the difference the family run element makes. Proper personal service, always making sure you are happy with everything and the feeling of genuine interest in us and making sure we were happy with the plans. The food is amazing. Hands down - best wedding food I've ever had, prob best food full stop! Fresh, high quality served by excellent staff. Yes, the staff again but really they are so good! All our guests commented on them. The hotel even rang ahead to guests traveling down the night before from up the country to see if they'd like dinner when they arrived in case they'd miss the restaurant and they'd have something ready for them. Most hotels wouldn't bother. Again personal touch, makes a massive difference. I can't recommend the Garryvoe more highly. If you have any doubts - just go down and see the place, talk to the staff , wedding planner, you'll see what I'm talking about! Oh and the gin cocktails - I could go on and on. 5 star hotel all day long! Other hotels in the area just don't compare!

Garryvoe hotel was great from start of planning back in 2014 to the big day ! I would highly recommend them the staff went behond expected for us and we're so understanding the chef had everything nut free changed things up especially for us as our son has allergy must say I am delighted that we chose them for our venue it's starting to run in family with me been 6th sibling to chose there over the years ???? Special thank you to Andre

Neil and I wanted to say a huge thank you to the team for making our wedding day flawless. We honestly couldn't have wished for a better day/venue. The staff were an absolute credit to the venue and the local area. Nothing was ever a hassle, everything was set up like we wanted and the friendliness from everyone was infectious. A special mention to Liz who served our top table. She was outstanding. She put everyone at ease, made sure we had everything and kept us on track and made sure Neil & I ate on the day. But most of all she joined in on the fun. She put a nervous best man at ease. She was just fantastic. To the ladies at reception Maura, Tracy and Nina they were just so helpful and kind to our family and friends. We felt like they took a really genuine interest in our wedding and wanted to make sure everything was on track.

Since the wedding we have had so many compliments about the food and staff from our guests. Our guests were just so impressed with the quality and quantity of food. This for us was such an important thing.

Stephen from the moment we met him was amazing. It was so very clear from the outset what the venue would cost us. No added extra charges. Nothing was ever was a problem. Our guests were welcomed so warmly. Planning from abroad was made easy by choosing Garryvoe. We had a fantastic communication, extremely quick response rates and a detailed call to run through how we wanted our day to run.

Stephen was great at providing us information on local area such as bus company, taxi's and a venue for the next day celebrations.

We couldn't fault the venue, Service was amazing, We would highly recommend this venue to any future bride and grooms. If you want to feel no pressure and feel that everything is in control choose this venue.

We got married in Garryvoe in June 2016. From start to finish, the management and staff were a pleasure to deal with. We had the challenge of organising our wedding from Sydney. Unfortunately, as were saving our annual leave to come home, we were unable to visit the venue beforehand. However, their Homeward Bound service made it all very simple. Stephen and his team were also quick to reply to any query we had, big and small, and put our minds at ease every step of the way. Their extensive experience in wedding planing was evident, even at the other side of the world! On the day, the hotel was in pristine condition, with their newly renovated bar and the ballroom was decorated tastefully. The food was amazing, and we got numerous compliments on both the quality of food and service, with seconds and thirds being offered to everyone! My dad was delighted with himself, as they gave him two desserts without him even having to ask for it!!! The bar staff were ready with a smile to serve all night. The bridal suite is just heaven. The views of the ocean are second to none. We couldn't have had a better start to married life! We can't wait to visit Garryvoe again :)

Garryvoe has it all gorgeous scenery, fantastic food & service and the staff go above & beyond, I highly recommend Garryvoe. They played a huge part in making our day so memorable

From the very first time that we went to view the Garryvoe, we were greeted with a really homely welcome. Andrez brought us through everything and convinced us that this was the hotel for us! He was brilliant and really talked us though every detail, with prices etc all in a detailed excel that he sent to us afterwards which was very handy. We didn't have to worry about anything once we had booked and paid our deposit. Coming closer to the time the reception staff were really helpful with who had rooms booked, if I needed to hold rooms etc. Then Ben scheduled in a meal tasting with us a few months before the wedding. We met him prior to the tasting and went through the running of the day etc and he made us feel really reassured that we didn't need to worry about anything he has it all under control. (which he 100% had!) the meal tasting itself was a great night, had a brilliant time and again all of the staff were great. the day of the wedding itself went really smooth. Liz looked after us really well at the top table. I couldn't have asked for anything else from the hotel, everyone at the wedding commended the venue, the food and the staff. also the bridal suite is AMAZING!!!! Brilliant venue. it deserves to be 5 stars!! From Eileen & Tom

James and I had our wedding in Garryvoe on April last . It was the first hotel we looked at , we did not have to look any further . Andrezj was so helpful from the first day we met , and gave us some great advice .
The service from start to finish especially on the day was amazing , we are still getting people 10 weeks later complimenting the food . Everything was very relaxed we did not have to do anything . A special thanks to Liz who looked after us at the top table , she was so helpful and friendly to everyone .
We managed to get a few of our pictures on the beach which was a massive bonus . You could not ask for a nicer setting .
The honeymoon suite is amazing it is like a mini apartment with everything we stayed the two nights . Throughout the weekend the staff were really friendly we felt right at home . From start to finish all the staff at Garryvoe made planning our wedding very easy . Special thanks to Andrezj, Ben , Stephen and Liz for helping to made our day one to remember .
Thanks Paula & James

We had our wedding in the garryvoe hotel in April. The hotel and staff were absolutely outstanding from the outset. We couldn't fault a thing. Top class drinks reception, food, rooms, decor, customer service and staff. Everyone involved in the wedding was a pleasure to deal with. A special word of thanks to Andrzej, Stephen, Ben, Liz and Tracey for all their help, advice and for making our day so special. The garryvoe hotel will forever have a special place in our hearts. Keep doing what your doing guys ????????????????...T n TXxx

Last December we had our ceremony and our reception at the fabulous Garryvoe Hotel. From the moment we booked with them, the management and staff were so accommodating with any query we had. We were given the best advice regarding our day which ran so smoothly and we were made feel so welcome on our visits to Garryvoe before the big day.
We truly had a magnificent day and we couldn’t have asked for more from management and staff. They made the day so easy, relaxing and enjoyable for everyone. All we had to do was turn up on the day without any worry and every single aspect was looked after down to the fine details. The hotel itself is beautiful and the bridal suite is everything and more you could ask for! The guest rooms are gorgeous, the food is amazing and it is the management and staff who truly give everything to make it a perfect, memorable day. Even the next morning at breakfast family and friends continued to receive the warmth and friendliness of staff as they had done on the previous day.
I would recommend any couple to have their wedding at Garryvoe, not only did we have the best day but our guests continued to tell us weeks after what a great day they too had at the hotel.

Steff and Shane

All in Garryvoe went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing day, fabulous food, great rooms and brilliant staff! Made everything super easy for us along the way too...couldn’t fault it.

Spectacular wedding venue, we couldn't recommend them highly enough. From our very first contact, Ben, Andrzej and all the staff were amazing, so helpful, so easy to contact, everything you would want. The wedding itself went without a hitch, everyone was commenting on the unbelievable function room, the beautiful hotel rooms and the (loads of) delicious food. We were so well taken care off, we really couldn't have asked for more.

We had an amazing day and couldn't speak highly enough of Andre and all the staff in the Garryvoe Hotel.

They made the build up and the day itself a total breeze and bent over backwards to help us with everything. The day went without a hitch and the food was top quality.

We had so many guest tell us it was genuinely the best venue they had been to.

Where do I start!! Garryvoe provided a 5 star service on our big day. We live in the UK so whichever venue we decided on entailed us placing our full trust in the hotel and its management. Within 5 minutes of visiting Garryvoe and meeting Andrzej, we knew that this was the venue for us. We were made to feel very much at ease and nothing was too much trouble. As with most of the hotels in Cork and Ireland, they are very well suited to the larger wedding however, we had an intimate wedding with 45 guests. Some other venues had limitations to our options because of this, but not with Garryvoe, anything we asked for was accommodated. The bridal suite is absolutely to die for!! In fact all of our guests mentioned how lovely their rooms were and the food was absolutely to die for, could not ask for better.
The whole run up to the wedding was so stress free and this was mainly down to Garryvoe. On top of a 5 star service with beautiful surroundings, this all came at a very reasonable price which is so refreshing when it comes to weddings.
All in all, I would have no hesitation in recommending Garryvoe and the team for the beautiful surroundings, gorgeous venue, amazing food but above all top class service and staff! Thank you so much to Stephen, Andrzej and all the team for make our special day so amazing!

As soon as we saw Garryvoe Hotel we knew it was the perfect setting for our wedding day. Booking was the best decision we could have made. We enjoyed a truly wonderful wedding weekend. The staff and their service was exemplary in particular Ben the hotel manager.
In preparation for the wedding they were attentive to our requests/needs ensuring they helped us plan the perfect day. We enjoyed a wonderful wedding weekend and throughout the weekend staff were helpful, professional and dedicated in ensuring the needs of all our guests were catered for.
On the wedding day the attention to detail was fantastic and everything was as we wanted because of the hard work of all the staff at Garryvoe. The venue looked amazing and the food was unbelievable. Many of our guest commented it was the best wedding breakfast they had ever tasted. In the evening the staff ensured the band and DJ were catered for to ensure a wonderful celebration late into the night.
We really can not say enough kind words about the wonderful people at Garryvoe Hotel. They were instrumental in planning and arranging our wedding and the care and professionalism they showed allowed us and our guests to enjoy the perfect day !

After attending our friends wedding a few years ago in the Garryvoe we instantly fell in love with the place and after 13 years together and a new baby boy we knew there was nowhere else we would rather begin our new chapter then in this fantastic hotel.
From the moment we set a date, to meal tastings, little meetings in between, and to the big day itself....Ben and all of the staff just made everything so easy for us and we just knew that everything would run as smoothly as it did on the day....as we kept saying- they just "know" how to do weddings properly after all the years experience they have! We were not one bit surprised when they won their Wedding Venue of the year award earlier this year....which was just so well deserved in our opinion.
Just a few highlights which made our choice an easy one were: The Location- not only is the hotel in the most gorgeous location on the beach but there are so many lovely little spots near for photos etc (we got married in the Star of the Sea Church in Ballycotton (less then ten mins away) which in on a height overlooking Ballycotton harbour- the views were just fantastic).
The Hotel Itself- The huge Ballroom with its Chandeliers and Candelabras was just so idyllic and when you think of the perfect wedding reception, this room is what you think of- its amazing! Then there is the Bridal Suite.....I don't think i can describe here how truly unbelievable the bridal suite is....it kind of has to be seen to be believed.....2 floors, balconies, steam room, Jacuzzi Bath, Dining area, and a view of Ballycotton lighthouse....We really had a hard time settling back home after the few days in it! The Food was another major factor in choosing the Garryvoe- its not only delicious but there is such a choice and we had a hard time choosing after our meal tasting as we just loved everything we had tasted.
The staff are second to none in the hotel too in my opinion- here was no request to big and anything we wanted from candy tables to drinks reception and candles to bathroom baskets....down to guest bookings and everything in between nothing was a big deal to them and they just sorted everything for us with no stress.
I could keep going on, but in short the Garryvoe is a fantastic wedding venue and we would recommend it to anyone thinking of getting married in the near future.
Again, we would just like to thank everyone in the hotel for making our day such a special one- We, our son and all our family had an absolutely amazing few days and now have some great memories and plan on making many more trips in years to come to make more!

Michael & Aoife

We cannot thank Garryvoe enough for the amazing service we received during our wedding weekend. Everything was top notch from the food, the rooms, and of course the service!
They make you feel at ease from the first meeting; a special thanks to Andrzej for this. They give you honest advice and are never pushy with any decisions. The reception team are always so warm and friendly and always put me at ease with my many questions
The food was gorgeous, and Ann was so helpful during the tasting and made us feel right at home. Our guests were all pleased with the selection and quality they offered.
The honeymoon suite was amazing, such a haven to relax in after a hectic few days. It was great to have the two floors and enjoyed having family and friends over the day after the wedding for a drink and cake
There are too many things to compliment the hotel on. I think it sums it up that when my husband was hungry the night after the wedding and rang after the kitchen had closed they still dropped up an amazing selection of sandwiches, crisps and sauces to us. They really couldn't do enough for us. Don't hesitate to book this venue for your wedding!!

Such an amazing wedding venue, we couldn't recommend Andrzej and the team highly enough. We were organising our wedding from Sydney, so whenever we had any questions about the menu etc Andrzej was always so quick to respond he really made the whole process really easy for us and put our minds at ease. The venue itself is amazing, the ballroom and bridal suite is stunning, the food was absolutely gorgeous all our guests were still talking about it weeks after our wedding.
I always wanted a beachside wedding and I definitely was not disappointed with The Garryvoe Hotel.
We can't wait to stay at the hotel when we come back to Ireland next year

Hi Andrezj,

It's so nice to hear from you. Of course, I would be thrilled to provide a testimonial for the amazing Garryvoe Hotel:

From the minute we arrived to Garryvoe, a year and a half before our wedding date, we were made feel so special. Time was never an issue and we felt so at ease dealing with Andrezj, Stephen and Ben. Any meetings we had were relaxed, informative and lasted for any length we saw fit, to answer our queries. No stone was ever left unturned with the precise manner and attention to detail that was shown by all members of staff in Garryvoe Hotel. Planning our special day to exactly the way we wanted it was equally the aim shared by everyone in Garryvoe. Andrezj was amazing to deal with, his friendly and enthusiastic manner was fantastic and really enthused us also, as a result. He always answered our queries and questions promptly and realistically. The entire day itself was planned to absolute perfection! What can we say, Garryvoe Hotel know weddings like nobody else! We really felt that the whole team in Garryvoe were behind us and did their absolute upmost to ensure we had the best day of our lives, which we most certainly did! The personal, friendly and approachable manner exhibited by all staff is something we really want to highlight and commend. With particular mention to the detail in which the staff set up our sweet cart, drinks reception, bespoke table plan, guest signature sheet and thumb print portrait. The staff even laid out little jars with crochet collars my mother maid with flowers inside that I had delivered the day before in quite a hurry. No request was ever declined or questioned, instead , all the team rowed in and exceeded our expectations, creating a fabulous exhibit for all our guests. Communication amongst staff members is superb. Rest assured, if you say something once in the Garryvoe Hotel, it is noted and carried out with tremendous efficiency.
More importantly, the meal was superb. All of our 270 guests were served all at the same time and the food was presented beautifully, was fresh, piping hot and most importantly tasted beautiful. The fillet of beef was divine along with the medley of desserts that we actually designed ourselves. Andrezj and the chefs had no problem at all in us 'tweeking' one or two deserts slightly as we wished. Friends of mine who are coeliac admitted that it was the best wedding they were ever at in terms of how their dietary requirements were catered for & in such a discrete and professional manner-well done. This was no different for some members of the bridal party who had specific dietary requirements, they were thrilled and reassured, knowing they would be able to eat a meal they knew they liked in comfort.
The refreshments served later in the night were equally amazing with home cooked ham in the sandwiches alongside other fresh local produce. All of ten staff working on the night knew our names on the top table, this was something I notched and was very impressed with. The sheer manners and courtesy shown to us and all our guests was outstanding. The band, DJ photographer and videographer were all welcomed wholeheartedly into the Garryvoe Hotel by staff members and were looked after.
The dreaded task of the table plan was actually done with ease with the invaluable advice received by Andrezj, Stephen and Ben. They all worked tirelessly to help us throughout the whole process.
From start to finish our experience of dealing with The Garryvoe Hotel was enjoyable and most certainly fruitful, for we had the best day of our lives!!! Our families and friends have been commending the hotel since and a few have already made plans to visit again. For any couples who are considering Garryvoe as their wedding reception venue , I cannot recommend the hotel highly enough. Being reasonably local to Garryvoe myself, I would love to commend the overall community feel within the hotel. The friendly , efficient and impressive team work approach is so apparent once you step foot into the hotel.
Lastly, we will definitely look forward to celebrating many more special occasions in the Garryvoe Hotel in the forthcoming months and years. I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to ALL the staff and particularly to Andrejz who we made a particularly special connection with.

On behalf of myself and my husband we would like to thank the management and staff at garryvoe hotel for their outstanding service provided on our wedding day on July 25th 2015 and for our second night which we also had in the hotel. The staff couldn't have done anymore than what they did for us. From the food to the drink entertainment hospitality our day went without a glitch and that for us made it so enjoyable and forever memorable. Our guests still to this day ten months later when we meet them rave about the food and the venue which is so nice for us to hear. We have recommended this hotel to anyone we meet who is going to get married and We cannot wait to come back for another stay. Thanking you all so much Mr and Mrs Brian O Keeffe xx

We got married on the 17th July 2015 and it was a truly amazing day. This was down to the fabulous and hardworking staff of the Garryvoe hotel. From when we booked our wedding Jan 2014 right up to our wedding day no request our job was too big, everything we asked for we got and more. Andrej is a true gem and extremely hard working. The meal was superb and our guests are still singing its praises nearly a year later :) the recent reburshisment of the hotel is beautiful and we can't wait to eat in the new restaurant soon. The Garryvoe hotel made our wedding day a special and memorable day that we couldn't fault. It ran so smoothly and that is down to the phenomenal staff. It will be our good to place for family occasions in future and we look forward to making more unforgettable memories in this fabulous hotel

I attended a wedding reception held at the Garryvoe Hotel and was lucky enough to stay over the two nights of celebration. The hotel is amazing; comfortable, clean, decor excellent. The location is fantastic. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent, well prepared and hot.
Excellent.

They promised us the day of our dreams and they delivered. Amazing food, beautiful venue and the staff couldn't do enough for you perfect wedding venue.

What an fantastic choice we made in choosing Garryvoe for our wedding venue. The management were extremely accommodating in every way. On our day we were both able to fully relax and enjoy ourselves knowing it was all in safe hands.
The staff were super friendly & professional.
The food was to die for & the venue magical.
Oh and the honeymoon suite is out of this world!

Would I recommend Garryvoe to people? Absolutely!

A big thank you to the garryvoe team for making our day so special, we will never forget it. and dont worry we will be back :) !!

I couldn't possibly say enough about Garryvoe Hotel! From our first visit down there, to every visit and phonecall in between, the staff could not have been more helpful and accommodating in every way. We fell in love with the place as soon as we went down there. The ballroom in particular is just magnificent and took my breath away. By the time we were shown the bridal suite, we knew that that was where we were going to have our reception.

In the lead up to the wedding, a member of staff was always available to talk to, even if we just happened to drop in to the hotel. In the days before the wedding, we were able to drop bits and pieces off at the hotel and left instructions and they were set up for us on the day of the wedding, no problem.

Everything went so smoothly, absolutely nothing went wrong in the hotel and we weren't bothered by staff asking us lots of questions or looking for direction. The only time we were asked about anything was when the Prosecco was running low and did we want to put out a few more bottles.

They run a very tight ship down there and were like a well oiled machine. All the staff were fantastic to deal with and our guests were very impressed. I was particularly impressed that all the meals came out in great time - all within about five minutes of the top table being served. Dinner was served promptly and didn't drag out.

We had decided to hire a florist to do the centrepieces and there was no problem with her coming down and setting up either.

We were so happy with our day - anything we asked for was accommodated. If you choose to have your wedding day in Garryvoe - you will not be disappointed. Our wedding day happened to be literally the wettest day of the year so far and it did not stop all day and night - the hotel was so fantastic, no one even noticed!

I would recommend Garryvoe with a heart and a half - let them help you create the happiest day of your life!

We cannot rate Garryvoe highly enough. The staff and management were fantastic from start to finish. Neither of us live in Ireland so organising the wedding wasn’t easy but with Garryvoe, not only were there no problems, nothing was too much for them and they were always looking for ways to help. Every person we met in Garryvoe from the managers, bar staff, receptionists and waiting staff were all only too willing to help and the professional service was always provided in a personal friendly manner.
As for the hotel itself, we looked at many hotels both in Cork and the UK but the moment we saw Garryvoe, there was only one option. The function rooms, accommodation rooms, reception area, bar, restaurant etc are all superior to the competition. When you add the hotel itself to its beach front setting, it’s hard to see why anyone would go elsewhere.
Finally we have to mention the food. The hotel really did not let its standards slip here and the food served on our day was every bit as good as that we ate in the restaurant and bar on our visits to the hotel in the months leading to the wedding. We will be back many times to eat in the Lighthouse bar.
We know a review should be balanced but struggle to point out any negative.

We had the most amazing day on our wedding day in garryvoe hotel, the management and the staff could not do enough for us. The venue and wedding suite are fantastic. Thanks again to garryvoe hotel for making our day so special.

we had our wedding in garryvoe in march 2015. A fantastic setting!
The staff in the hotel were all so kind, friendly and accommodating. They went above and beyond their duty and gave us complete faith that the day would run smoothly. We got so many compliments on the hotel, staff & amazing food. We would especially like to thank Liz who really looked after us at the top table. She made sure we were calm& collected for the speeches and ensured we were all fed and watered! Please pass on this message of thanks to all the staff & thank you for making our day unforgetable & perfect! We will certainly recommend the hotel to all our family & friends!

Everybody says that your weding day is the best day of your life and after ours I truly believe this and this was mostly due to Garryvoe Hotel. From the first consultation down to the day itself,the staff were amazing they gave every minute of the process a real personal touch. We had the pleasure of organising our big day with Ben the wedding co coordinator. He was so attentive and precise down to every last detail. He was always easily contactable by phone or email which was really re assuring. If he was not available Andreaz another coordinator was more then happy to help and was also amazing on the day. When choosing our menu for the big day there was an abundance of choice . The meal tasting evening was beautiful the staff were so attentive and were brilliant to give their expert advice when making our selections. They made us feel comfortable and gave us lots of time to make our choice's. The Day itself was perfect everything ran smoothly throughout. The service during the meal was flawless the staff were so friendly and the food was impeccable. We had the pleasure of having a lovely lady called Liz looking after us for the day and she made us feel like royalty her manner, friendliness and attention to detail was the finishing touch on the day. The bridal suite in the Garryvoe Hotel is out of this world the views and the décor our breath taking we didn't want to leave. The memories we made over the weekend in Garryvoe will never be forgotten. I would recommend the venue to all future brides and grooms without any hesitation.

We had our wedding in Garryvoe on the 22nd dec 2014 from start to finish andrejz and Stephen were fantastic . Being from a farming background I wanted my favourite dinner bacon and cabbage for our meal which there was no problem doing this for us. The venue the food and the staff are all top class! It was a perfect day

I had heard loads of positive things from other people who had their wedding here which was a factor in why I looked at Garryvoe in the first place. From the day we went down to look at the hotel to the day we got married I can only describe our experience with them as amazing. We were treated like ours was the only wedding in the hotel which made us feel so special. Every single staff member were so friendly and professional.
I would highly recommend this hotel for your wedding for a number of reasons - amazing food, the function room is gorgeous especially at night when the lights are dimmed and change to all different colours. You don't have to pay money for things like chair covers and centrepieces as the chairs don't need to be covered here and the hotel provides centre pieces. The bridal suite has to be seen to be believed! Two floors of luxury. Outside of all this the managers are such a pleasure to deal with. Planning a wedding can often be stressful but I never once had a second of stress or anxiety when dealing with the managers here. If anything Garryvoe makes it feel like a wonderful experience. this really is a five star wedding experience!

On our quest to find our wedding venue the Garryvoe Hotel came second to none.
They were most helpful and forthcoming with information and, most importantly, took the time to listen to us as an individual couple to give us our dream wedding.
The food was superb and their staff are highly trained. We've received nothing but praise and positive feed back from our guests. The hotel itself is a romantic, stylish establishment. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone planning their dream wedding as it will be delivered with ease and efficiency.

Beautiful venue very professional but friendly staff good food over all a perfect day for the bride and groom

We truly cannot thank you all enough for all you done especially Andrzej, Stephen and Ben ye are one in a million and nothing is too much trouble for anyone in Garryvoe. All our guests are still talking about how amazing the food, service and venue was choosing Garryvoe Hotel for our wedding was the best decision we ever made.

My partner and I chose the Garryvoe Hotel for our wedding ceremony and reception after considering many, many hotels in Cork and Waterford. On our first visit, we were blown away by the courteousness of the staff, the impeccable cleanliness, and the overall experience of visiting the Garryvoe.

In the run-up to the big day, the staff couldn't have been more helpful, especially Laura at Reception and Manager, Andrzej. Everything on the day was perfect, the layout of the ceremony room, the tea and coffee reception, the ballroom and, of course, the service. Dinner was exceptional, with the dining staff even offering extra helpings! I honestly couldn't praise the hotel enough.

Even though the cost was a little higher than other hotels in the area, you get exactly what you pay for. High quality and excellent service guaranteed. I couldn't fault the hotel or the staff and would definitely recommend it to any couple looking for their wedding hotel.

We also stayed in the Bridal Suite for two nights, and wow! It was fantastic, and the room service was fantastic. The overall experience really made our wedding day perfect!

Being from East Cork and having attended a number of weddings at Garryvoe Hotel, booking our wedding there was a no brainer. We booked our date with Stephen and from the beginning Stephen and all of his staff have been extremely helpful and very accommodating. Stephen is great to reply to emails (even though my questions may be a bit mad a times!) very quickly and he is full of little advice bits for us which we greatly appreciate. Having had our menu tasting we have had a taste of what is to come and we are really looking forward to celebrating our wedding day in Garryvoe Hotel. It is a beautiful hotel in a fabulous setting and we would highly recommend it to all brides and grooms to be.

To Andrzej, the management and all the staff at the Garryvoe Hotel, sincere thanks for helping us make our special day so perfect. Each and every staff member was a pleasure to deal with and so welcoming and friendly. It's a day we'll never forget.

We were guests at a wedding there and OMG the food was AMAZING (and there was LOTS of it)! Great service, lovely rooms, use of the leisure centre which went down a treat with everyone . . .The couple got lovely photos on the beach and honestly, the staff couldn't have been more helpful.

Ben, Andrzej and all at the Garryvoe- thank you so much to everyone for all that you did for our wedding weekend.
See you shortly.

Andrzej and all the staff at the Garryvoe- We cannot thank you enough for all the time and effort you put in to making our day absolutely perfect. We cannot reccomend the palce highly enough. Some of our guests said it was the best wedding they had been to- so relaxed and so much fun and when they asked the secret, our answer, without a second thought was- the venue.
Of course we think we had a great crowd too but honestly the hotel was fantastic. Some wedding guests have already been back and others have said they have trips planned to Garryvoe.
From our first meeting a year and a half before the day, up to when we left 3 days later, there was not one thing we could find fault with. Thanks again.

Dear Stephen, we have been meaning to send you a note for some time- time has flown since our big day at the end of August. Thank you again to you and the entire team for looking after us so well. Our guests are still talking about the food, beautiful room and very friendly service. Wishing you and all the team a happy Christmas and peaceful New Year. Thanks and best wishes.

To Stephen, Andre, Ben and all the staff at the Garryvoe Hotel- a big thank you to all for making our wedding day extra special and for all your hard work and help coming up to and on the day of the wedding. Everybody was very helpful and the service was excellent. People are still talking to us about the lovely meal and the beautiful ballroom. Thank you again. Hope you all have a happy and peaceful Christmas and best wishes for 2014.