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Powered By TripAdvisorA Luxury Escape Where Historic Beauty Meets Modern Convenience
Powered By TripAdvisorSituated on 220 acres, Castlemartyr Resort is home to a grand 18th-century country manor house that sits adjacent to the ruins of a 13th-century castle. With 108 magnificently restored and elegantly enhanced guest rooms and suites alongside 36 luxury residences, Castlemartyr Resort invites guests to slip into the past while staying in contemporary comfort. In addition to its five-star accommodations, the resort also offers abundant recreation options including golf, tennis, woodland walks, family outdoor fun, and indulgent spa and wellness experiences. Other highlights of the resort include:
- Five unique dining venues including a two-star Michelin restaurant, a contemporary Brasserie, and a traditional Irish Pub
- A challenging, 18-hole, inland-style links golf course with sweeping fairways and driving range
- Personalized, stress-relieving spa and wellness therapies and treatments
- Quintessential experiences such as afternoon tea
Steeped in Irish heritage, the history of the manor and castle stretches from the era of Norman invader Strongbow through to the Knights Templar and Walter Raleigh and into the present. Today, guests can feel the presence of these powerful figures as they immerse themselves in this storied site turned destinations retreat.
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Accommodations
The spacious and elegant guestrooms and suites offer the ultimate experience in guest luxury with stunning views overlooking the luscious green Irish countryside of Castlemartyr Resort.
Featuring Italian marble four piece bathrooms and rainforest showers with Espa bathroom amenities. Deluxe guestrooms offer the perfect escape after a full day of activities or sightseeing in County Cork. Spread out in a Junior Suite with a sitting area. Treat yourself to stay at the Manor House for extra old-world charm. A walk-through wardrobe and dressing area is the perfect place to freshen up before evening activities. All guestrooms feature picturesque views of the rolling property.
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Taste a range of fine Irish dining during your stay. Reserve your table for a one-of-a-kind tasting experience at our Michelin starred restaurant, nibble a scone, or sip a Guinness at the pub in the village. Embrace the inspiration of nature at Canopy, or cozy up in a classic booth under a stunning stucco ceiling for tea.
Canopy Restaurant – Inspired by the wild outdoors, Executive Chef Kevin Burke delights with contemporary Irish cuisine. Whether you sit inside or on the patio, you’ll love the chic sense of nature brought to life by the meal and the décor.
Terre – Sit back and relax as you experience an exceptional tasting menu spread over three hours at this two-star Michelin restaurant. Interact with the creators of your brilliant meal as you watch them in the open kitchen.
The Clubhouse – Start your day with coffee and scones, and dine alfresco, weather depending. Taste hearty favorites all day overlooking the green.
Afternoon Tea – Overlooking the formal gardens of Castlemartyr Resort, sip a hot tea blend or specialty coffee with classic scones and pastries. The rococo ceiling and charming décor will take you back in time to the Manor House’s gorgeous past.
The Hunted Hog – Take a short walk into the village for lunch or dinner at the pub overlooking the Kiltha River. An extension of the hotel and also a local favorite, raise a toast or order a classic Guinness stew while listening to live Irish music.
Activities at Castlemartyr Resort
Enjoy the extensive green acreage and plan to get plenty of fresh air. Play the challenging and scenic links-style golf course. Work up a sweat on the tennis courts or at the gym. Splash around in the swimming pool, then wander the grounds via a network of peaceful walking trails.
The contemporary spa distinguishes itself as a restful retreat. Schedule a wellness treatment and bask in the personalized service.
Children and parents alike will appreciate the babysitting and Kids’ Club on site. Seasonal programs are offered with young ones in mind.
Castlemartyr Resort is the also perfect venue for your meetings, parties, and destination weddings.
Walk or borrow a bicycle to go off the resort and explore the beautiful and historic gems of Castlemartyr.
- Ballycotton Cliff Walk
- Castlemartyr Woods
- Ballycotton Lighthouse Tour
- Jameson Distillery Midleton
- Leahys Open Farm
- Youghal Clock Gate Tower
- Youghal Beach
- Garryvoe Beach
- Stephen Pearce Pottery
- Titanic Experience
- Midleton Farmers Market
Location
Castlemartyr Resort lies in southern Ireland, 23 km east of Cork in County Cork. Near the Celtic Sea and surrounded by lush Irish landscape, the resort invites you to connect with local culture and nature.
Address
Castlemartyr , Cork, Co. Cork, Irelandwhat3words Address
Transportation
- Public Transit
- Regional trains connect to Kent Station or Cork, and then it's a 25-minute bus ride to Castlemartyr Resort.
- Local trains run from Kent Station or Cork to Midleton (20 minutes), then take a 10-minute taxi ride to the resort.
- The Metro Station at Connaught Place is 3 km / 2 mi away – approximately 10 minutes by car.
- Regional buses are available from Limerick, Galway, Dublin, and further afield to Cork City, including Shannon, Kerry, and Dublin Airport. From Cork City, it’s 25 minutes to the resort.
- Airport
- Cork airport is 37 km / 23 mi away—approximately 40 minutes by car
Reviews
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Fabulous break in East Cork
Mon Aug 11 2025 04:31:45 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by dermotg2018
Fabulous time, lovely setting. Staff very helpful. Kids club so accomodating of our children and could not do enough. Accomodation excellent
Sakshi a fantastic wedding co-ordinator
Wed Aug 06 2025 06:36:24 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Shane D
We visited the Castlemartyr Resort recently to look at it as a potential wedding venue. We were met at the door by a lovely wedding co-ordinator by the name of Sakshi Goel. While we were unable to proceed with the resort as a venue due to numbers, Sakshi was absolutely wonderful in the way she showed us the beautiful Hotel and grounds, she sat us down and made us feel like we were the most important people in the hotel. She was not pushy, but told us exactly what they could and couldn't cater for. She left us to think about it over a fortnight, but frequently touched base with us to see if we were ok or had any other questions. A really friendly person, Sakshi was an absolute pleasure top deal with from the very moment we walked in the door. Thank you Sakshi
Not 5 star at the moment
Sun Aug 03 2025 03:23:54 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Tiff10
Hotel is looking run down and uncared for . While staff are very nice the pool area in particular was very dirty , there was a bad smell around the place the grids around the pool are full of what looks like to be mould , the jacuzzi was broken , the plunge pool outside was dirty with just a hose pipe placed into it , the sauna had a couple of inches of water in the bottom and smelt so bad you couldn’t stay in it , this is not 5 star ! While breakfast was nice the area was so hot we wished a door had been opened to let some fresh air in . Theres damage to signage around the hotel at the lifts especially and that brings it down with missing letters . Rooms were nice and spacious though I don’t want to say it’s all bad but I feel like little touches Couid be done to make it feel that 5 star that you are paying for. We are Irish and felt a bit embarrassed that foreign travellers would not be getting what they might expect . I really hope they clean up the pool area and thermal area it’s really badly needed
Every member of staff made us feel special. Highly recommended from seasoned hotel stayers!
Thu Jul 31 2025 06:15:45 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by GFScan
Firstly the staff, EVERYONE made us feel special Secondly, the bedrooms, Having stayed in some of the top hotels in London the rooms, en-suite, beds and furniture were first class Thirdly, the food, excellent AND reasonably priced.
A Memorable Birthday Celebration at a Beautiful Resort
Sun Jul 27 2025 13:17:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Olga S
First of all, I would like to thank the Manor House manager, Jarek, for going above and beyond to accommodate my last-minute request for additional guests. I was celebrating my birthday with friends and family, and we truly enjoyed every moment spent at the resort. Afternoon tea was served in a charming old-style room with high, comfortable armchairs that created a warm and cosy atmosphere. The staff were friendly, highly attentive, polite, and professional during our visit. After lunch, we took a lovely walk around the resort grounds, surrounded by beautiful flowers. We enjoyed the mini waterfall, watched swans gracefully swimming in the river, and even played a game of outdoor chess. It was a wonderful day, and I would highly recommend this resort to anyone looking to immerse themselves in calmness, relaxation, peace, and harmony.
