Castlemartyr Resort

This is a nice hotel but somewhat of a mixed experience. Start with the good. The room was beautiful, clean and very large. In particular the en suite was modern and very clean. We didn't eat in the Michelin restaurant but the food was beautiful. Very high quality! We sat in the old part of the hotel in the evening for a drink by the fire. It was very cozy and relaxing. The grounds are impressive and very well maintained. The not so good, the attention by staff could have been better. I'm not sure if there is an understaffing issue, but service was very slow. The welcome at reception was also somewhat lacking. Not what is expected from a hotel of this caliber. The leisure centre was also not very well kept. We had to wait almost an hour for a lift to the local pub they own also. This hotel is very nice, but I think it has the potential to be amazing.

Disappointing stay. It was meant to be a 3 day chill and relax after driving around Ireland for a week so splashed out on the most expensive hotel. Spa was fully booked days in advance, poor service in the bar and at breakfast (we were constantly forgotten and others who came later were served first, tables not laid, had to chase for cutlery, condiments etc), steam room was closed and the Knights bar was closed for a wedding. Add in no laundry service over the weekend (which we desperately needed) and we were left feeling undervalued and underwhelmed. Most of the serving staff are young and pleasant, just seemed overwhelmed with guests. If you're there for a wedding i'm sure it's beautiful, but as a regular guest don't waste your money (the ladies at the lovely salon in the village, who seem to do excellent business from the hotel's overbooked spa, said the Garryvoe is much better value)

Stayed for a weekend in August paid aprox 750 euro for 2 night b&b 2 adults 1 child and 1 dog. Beautiful grounds, the hotel is very impressive. Some signs of wear, grout in shower, etc. Beds are very comfy and great to have a dog friendly room. You can even get your own little gated garden for your durry friend, thwy are allowed in common spaces but not in eating areas. Breakfast is amazing and super staff! The general manager was around on both mornings,working hard and cooked to order breakfasts, beautiful smoothies, pancakes, fresh pastries, lots of cereal, and fruit. Great selection of breads. Room is very spacious and luxurious. My issue was around the bar and food options mainly. Clearly, great chefs available given that there is a Michelin star restaurant and the super breakfast, but the bar is just so poor. It's too small with very limited seating and feels soulless. Young staff in here, takes forever to order anything and really limited food menu. On reading reviews, I felt I didn't need to reserve dinner 1st night as I wouldn't dine in Michelin star with a child. We approached the restaurant after getting all dressed up and were told they were full and couldn't accommodate us until after 8.30pm, which obviously didn't suit young children. We were told we might be better suited to the bar, I felt a little insulted as I eat in very fine dining establishments regularly and my son is well used to these surroundings and knows how to behave. The bar menu was so limited that we chose to go to Midelton instead and had a great meal. Had lunch here the following day it took 45 mins to get basic soup and sambo combo. You feel like you are sitting in a lobby and there doesn't seem to be any of the hotels mature staff working here. Constantly chasing for drinks, salt, menus. I wouldn't let this stop me coming back and really enjoyed the fabulous ground for walks, the animals, the golf facilites. Its all fabulous. I wouldn't come again when a wedding on as on both nights we were awoken by loud drunk groups heading to and from bar shouting and singing. 1st night we accepted there was a wedding but 2nd night it happened again. Midweek would be better. In summary, fabulous hotel and facilites. Most of the staff were super kind and friendly especially the guys outside the door, a great bit of craic, always a smile and a few words. Bar needs improving, space, menu and staff and late night guests should have to respect others. Will definitely back.Breakfaat was 10 out of 10.

Decided on a few days luxury for a treat in this 5 star resort. And we were not disappointed. Outstanding service from the excellent staff,,,room were well appointed,,food was delicious,,,location unrivalled. Really well worth the trip.

I find it difficult leaving this review because I really like Castlemartyr Resort. The building and the interior are really lovely. It is very near us so very handy for bringing friends and family. However in the last couple of months there is always something that leaves us disappointed. A few months ago it was the restaurant in the golf club. Shockingly poor food and no acknowledgment when mentioned to staff. Last night it was the bar in Canopy. This is the third visit which has disappointed us. My husband ordered the prawn tacos for €27. Two tacos arrived with a bowl of boiled potatoes . We thought it was a mistake but said nothing. My son and his partner ordered the sharing plate for €34 and were going to get something else. It arrived with a couple of crackers and half slices of poorly toasted stale white bread. They asked for relish and got a pot of stewed apple. My son said it’s the last time he goes in there. Just very disappointed for them and for myself.