Ian, Una, and all of the Blarney Castle Hotel staff,…read more Thank you for everything. You made our stay in Blarney the most enjoyable part of our trip to Ireland. Everyone at the hotel was so friendly, so helpful, and so accommodating. You exceeded our expectations by 1000%. Our group of 50 people have all told us that this was world class service at its finest. A lifetime of blessings to you, as you provided a lifetime of memories for us. - Bobby and Kristen

5 stars isn't enough for the Blarney Castle Hotel. We stayed there for two nights and had an…read moreamazing time. The food at the hotel was spectacular and the staff was so charming and accommodating. The hotel is within walking distance of the castle which was another big plus. I will definitely be returning to stay here again next time I visit!

I have a few good things to say about the hotel. Great…read morelocation. Really fabulous staff. Beautiful breakfast and attentive to food allergies. Big pool and fitness room. And the room was massive. The bad. Nothing worked. The internet didn't work at all. The shower leaked. The toilet ran on its own. Furniture was falling apart. The hallway smelled like smoke. And on and on. It's a very cool hotel on the surface, with a lot of problems underneath. I understand they're under brand new management, and perhaps this will all improve...

This hotel definitely exceeded expectations. My sister and I were booked there as part of a…read moreSouthern Ireland vacation package. When we arrived I was pleasantly surprised by the lovely property. The location is very close to the Blarney Castle and some nice local restaurants. A cab to Cork costs 25 euro each way, which is pricey but worth it if you plan on a night of dinner and drinks. Our room was quite large which was great since we were there for two nights. I loved the sizable balcony. I also really liked all the mirrors around the room which made it so much easier for two girls to get ready at the same time. The bathroom was large as well and clean. My only complaint is that the half-wall on the shower means water gets all over the floor - it's unavoidable. There weren't many towels provided, either, but we were able to grab some extras on our second day. Breakfast is on the pricey side, but we opted in on Easter Sunday morning since it was convenient. We also tried room service for dinner, which took longer than expected and had a couple mistakes (missing side salad, aioli on the sandwiches instead of on the side as requested, etc.). I'd suggest skipping meals at the hotel, if possible. Otherwise, our stay was solid and one of the better hotels we encountered during our trip!

Well where to begin, perhaps at the bottom of, what seems like, the mile long drive up to the…read morehotel. Watch out for the speed bumps!! The hotel/resort is set on an actual island. Attached to the hotel is the Forta Golf course, which I was told has hosted some major golf tournaments. There is a wildlife park, tennis courts, football training pitches and the island even has its own train station. There are several trails which you can walk or run around, if you are that way inclined. The island is very green and picturesque, the sun rise is particularly good if you have one of the front facing bedrooms. The bedrooms are very well appointed with all the bits you would expect, large bed, desk area, sofa chairs and ample wardrobe space if you have lots of clothes to store. The hotel staff could not do more for you. Yes I know it is the service industry but they all seemed genuinely happy to help, even with very very mundane things. Now I was there over a weekend and they had one wedding party on the Friday and one in the Saturday night, if you are staying on the 1st floor you will hear the music into the early hours, be warned. The food was ok, although we were stuck on the tournament menu which was not very good but looking at the food served to other guests it looked good. They have a very good bar with good bar staff, plenty of Irish whiskey's to sample. Our Irish counter parts were in there one night until 5am!! A good venue with high quality accommodation. Would definitely come back here.

Popped in with 2 friends for coffee and pastries. All I can say is that is exactly what I would…read morerecommend to do ther . Soooooo Chilled and comfortable, you could spend hours sitting, relaxing and catching up with friends in lovely luxurious surroundings. Plenty of easy parking also

Great start to our 3 week adventure. We arrived beyond exhausted after the worst travel day ever…read more But arrived here in the evening and could not recommend this hotel more. Thankfully they had a lift (elevator) as we had 3 weeks worth of stuff. We decided to consolidate the next couple days into our smaller suitcase. But our room had another room as you come in. Plenty of room to store our 6 bags without being in our way. The beds were firmer than we are used to. But we slept well. Room was quiet and dark. Shower bath had excellent water pressure. Staff were so welcoming and helpful. Definitely get their breakfast!!! We didnt have time to try the spa. Park is included but have to walk a couple blocks. Wish we were staying longer here. Cute town. Lovely cathedrals. Castle. Strolled the River walk. Dinner Matt the Miller.

This review is for Lafayette's inside this hotel. A food tour as part of a team building event…read morebrought us to Lafayette's and I had the most delicious Gluten-Free scone I've ever had. On my last day before I departed from Cork I decided to go back for more. Unfortunately, they had none of the scones that day BUT they had the most amazing Gluten-Free chocolate something muffin. I thought the scone was good but THIS was phenomenal. Spongy, soft, melt in your mouth goodness. I was going to take a few home with me on the plane but they only had one left! It paired extremely well with a latte!

Gorgeous property, accommodating staff (especially loved Brian), and outstanding food. Our room was…read morespacious and stately, it felt like an upscale apartment with beautiful views. You could easily stay on property with the abundance of activities, food options, great bar and lounges, and just lovely grounds to walk and explore but they also offer trips into town as well. You aren't going to get those views many places, and we absolutely loved having breakfast by the Falls every morning. From a full Irish breakfast to fresh brewed coffee and pastries, it's a wonderful way to start the day. Michelin rated restaurant on property or you can choose from other more casual but wonderful options. This is definitely a place we will return to, 5 star

An amazing stay at Sheen Falls Lodge. This is one of the nicest hotels I've stayed at. Service was…read moregreat. Accommodations spectacular. Food was lovely. The grounds were by far my favorite thing. There are also lots of activities the hotel offers such as falconry. Am looking to visiting again sometime in the future!

Unbelievable food ...I've had many curries in my life but this one by far beats any I've ever had…read moreit's that good. The husband ordered the chicken sandwich and it was also amazing. Ambience is very nice like a seaside beach fancy restaurant. Dress up or dress casual. Staff is very formal but friendly.

I stayed at this hotel as part of a travel deal. The rooms were outdated. The curtain shower was…read moreabout two inches shorter than the tub so water was everywhere when after taking a shower. Also they weren't cleaned as there was mold on the curtain. The elevator was broken and there was noise from maintenance trying to fix it from 8am to 6pm both days I was there.

The Castlemartyr resort is outstanding...truly an amazing 5-Star experience. If you make it to…read moreIreland on travel, I strongly recommend you take the time to visit Cork and stay at the resort. My family (wife and 3 children) had the pleasure of staying at the resort for 3 nights, and everything about it was top notch. It is set on gorgeous property, including rolling hills, a beautiful golf course, with pastures for horses and miles of beautiful hikes. In addition, they have sensational facilities, from outstanding food (awesome restaurant), to a gorgeous indoor pool, as well as a fully equipped gym (and spa). The staff was attentive, kind, considerate, friendly and overall outstanding. The rooms were spacious, well equipped and a great value for the money (while it is an expensive resort, there is great value for the money). They are incredibly kid friendly, and there are lots of fun things for the kids to do. In particular, we loved the Knight's Bar (fully stocked and gorgeous), the sensational menu at the restaurant, the awesome staff, indoor swimming pool with fantastic view, and the big rooms. 5-Stars!

We're staying here on a whim as we make our way around Ireland, and I still can not get over the…read morebang for buck value at Castlemartyr. There are some reviews that this is not a true 5-star experience, and while I understand why they clearly are also not considering what they charge for this magnificent property. My first thought upon checking in was what did we pay for this place? Then we realized, it was really not much...less than a typical night (not weekend) stay in Napa. The property is spectacular, and seemingly well kept. There is a new contemporary meets old world elegance on this property that few have done so well (Cavallo Point in Sausalito comes to mind). The rooms are situated in a modern contemporary wing, while the main manor sits proud with old world elegance. The highlight of this property without doubt is its grounds, and they are astounding, charming and romantic. I especially enjoyed the garden setting and the outdoor hiking trails. The spa and gym are fantastic as well. We also enjoyed dinner at the Belltower restaurant, and the food was prepared better than most hotel kitchens and on or above par with most michelin star restaurants. Service was a little lackluster (see below), but don't let that stop you. Our room was clean, comfortable and luxurious. Pressed white linens, fluffed pillows, a heavy comforter. Everything seemed to have had a once over, and designed to impress. Even the wifi is blisteringly fast considering the size of this property. I was especially suspect of this as we stayed in another Castle property in Tuscany and the wifi experience there was terrible. Finally, although I'm giving Castlemartyr 5 stars, I wanted to add a counterpoint to it's shine and a justification. I did not experience any issue with the staff, and service was on point - I can see how they could be perceived as rude or even slow, in reality they just seem barely understaffed. Also, when I reached for the toilet paper the roll fell down, then the rod, and finally the piece that connects to the connection bolted in the wall. It was a 'wtf' moment, but it was put back together and over-all not a big deal. Not ever bar is staffed, and there is not a team of 3 waiting on you for dinner. Castlemartyr has all the foundations of being a true 5 star resort, but to do so they would also, and justifiably so, be charging north of $500-1000 per night. At $250/300/nt or whatever we're paying this place is a STEAL, and thus 5-stars w/o question. Come stay here, and stay often. It's a bargain at this rate.

Honestly such a cute castle/ hotel experience! Made the trip out to Tralee just to stay here and I…read morewill say it was a very relaxing and quaint evening. The vibes are great (it is known to be ~haunted~ however sadly did NOT see any ghosts:((( The staff were super friendly, the grounds have irish wolfhounds roaming around, and the food at the restaurant(s) within the castle were very good. I do wish there was more to do/see around the property and the town, but was a great spot to just relax. The dinner selection was GREAT, but the breakfast was just okay/mediocre (some of the buffet items were a little old/ stale it seemed like).

Beautiful hotel with relaxing public spaces. The grounds are stunning…read more Perfect place to relax and just enjoy We stayed on the top floor of the castle room 305. Our unseen guest was a little playful. She kept knocking the tea mugs onto the floor when I was trying to make tea. I finally put them at the back of the table and blocked them in. In the morning while making tea and the mugs were protected our visitor pushed the remote control off the table. Just a little fun at me. Just glad there was nothing in the mugs. I heard there were Irish wolf hounds in residence but never saw them.

Nice big room. Excellent service. Made to order omelettes. Reasonable price…read more That's 5 stars in my book.

I was in Cork for a work trip and this hotel is the one that everyone at my work stays at because…read moreit is walking distance. Cork International Hotel is also walking distance from the Cork Airport. I had a huge suitecase, but I heard from other people at work that taxis will not take me to the hotel because it is so close. Sure enough, when I walked outside, I saw the hotel from the airport. The alternative to walking is waiting for the shuttle, but the shuttle only goes around every half hour. After debating for a little bit, I decide to just walk over. The walk was about 10 minutes, but if you have less luggage, I am sure you can get there in a shorter time I did. Once I got to the hotel, the front desk person was super nice. She let me check in early. The room itself was pretty spacious. I also like the fact that the walls were thick enough that I did not hear the room next door. The only thing that I did not like was the bathroom was sort of musty and smelly. I think it might be from the curtains or there is not enough ventilation in the bathrooms. I normally just closed my bathroom door to keep away from the smell. Aside from that, I had no complaints about the room. I got the room with the breakfast, so I wandered downstairs every morning. It was a pretty decent spread with all the basics. The only thing was it is sort of hard to find the chef who cooks the omlettes, pancakes, etc. Normally, when I stand around, one of the waiters would find the chef for me. Even though, I did not really have a choice on where I stayed for my business trip, I had no complaints about the hotel and would not mind staying here again.