Ballyseede Castle Hotel

Mary and her team took care of us when we emailed to book a viewing till our wedding day. We were extremely pleased that they could do elopement weddings. We met Mary twice, on the day of the viewing and about 2 months before our wedding. She took notes and our celebrant coordinated with her. Their housekeeping team was terrific too, steaming my cloak, making our room after breakfast and helping me walk down the stairs in my ballgown. They took care of us after the ceremony too. The drinks and dinner were exceptional. We would highly recommend them.

Mary and her team took care of us when we emailed to book a viewing till our wedding day. We were extremely pleased that they could do elopement weddings. We met Mary twice, on the day of the viewing and about 2 months before our wedding. She took notes and our celebrant coordinated with her. Their housekeeping team was terrific too, steaming my cloak, making our room after breakfast and helping me walk down the stairs in my ballgown. They took care of us after the ceremony too. The drinks and dinner were exceptional. We would highly recommend them.

Ballyseede went above and beyond and we had a very positive experience from start to finish. Staff very friendly and warm whilst being professional also. Management very efficient and had a hands on approach.

We can’t thank all in Ballyseede Castle enough for how magical they made our wedding day. Mary and Hila were always so fast at responding to my queries leading up to the wedding. Marnie and all the team made sure we were so looked after on the day of the wedding. Would highly recommend getting married here. All our guests have told us how the day was like one out of a fairytale.

Thank you to everybody working at Ballyseede Castle that gave us the most magical wedding day on the 10th June. From the very beginning back in 2019 when we had our first consultation with Mary we fell in love with the place and the people it was a no brainer to book you for our wedding. It’s like a home away from home. There are so many people to mention but I hope I remember most of them, thank you Mary for all your help and advice in the lead up everything was accepted to make the day personal for ourselves and we are so grateful for that. Hilla for all her help on emails in the lead up also and for being there the day before the wedding helping with all the last minute bits and for Derry helping us with all our props and things he was so lovely and helpful. Esther for always being so welcoming during all our visits in the lead up and making us feel right at home especially my family and making best friends with my nana! Hearing Esther’s voice over the phone the morning of the wedding delivering our breakfast and everything was so lovely I knew we were in good hands! Thank you to Marnie and Eileen for greeting me that morning in the bridal suite before heading to the church it was a lovely surprise and helped me how to hold my bouquet and practice walking with my dad, it was really special. Such a lovely touch to be brought into Mamies Lounge before our drinks reception to have a freshen up we felt so spoiled and like celebrities! It was all made so personal. The drinks reception set up and the function room was stunning, will never forget the moment of walking into the room at first glance and the one thing that touched our hearts was the photos of our lost loved ones were perched on a window sill by the top table it was so beautiful. The food service was the best we’ve ever seen at a wedding, there was no waiting around and there was so much of it and loads of sides. The food presentation was like a 5 star restaurant and bursting with flavour, the wine was constantly topped up and the background music was so nice and nostalgic. Paul was so attentive to the whole room and such a gentleman. All the serving staff and the bar staff were so friendly and amazing at what they do. Thank you to Rory as well for coming to wish us well and make sure all was top notch. All our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to and this wouldn’t have been possible without your unique venue and people to allow everybody to relax and absorb an amazing experience from beginning to end. We could write a novel of all the things we are thankful for. Can’t wait to keep coming back to such a special place, thank you again for absolutely everything, we are forever grateful. Love Edel and Cillian x

This enchanting wedding venue on beautiful grounds was the perfect place for our wedding. The banquet hall was more magical than I could have dreamt and the grounds were wonderful for exploring. The team was great at helping us plan our big day from abroad. They had an extensive menu to chose from and our selections were spectacular. Our guests couldn't stop talking about the how great the food was. The ice-creams at the drinks reception went down a treat too. I cannot praise the staff enough! So friendly and happy to be part of our day, they took care of setting up our photo-booth excellently. They welcomed us into the front room after our ceremony with a drink and selection of canapes, allowing us to catch our breathe and even helping me brush off debris I had gotten on my dress. The team were true professionals, everyone was checked in quickly and efficiently and they made us feel so looked after (storing my cape while I danced).

My husband and I made the best decision ever to host our wedding at the beautiful Ballyseede Castle in May 2022. Mary, Hilla and Marnie were a dream to work with over the past year and a half. They were always so responsive and reassuring whenever I had a question and they enabled our wedding to feel truly personal and bespoke - complete with shisha pipes, Lebanese sweets, personalised drinks and even a bellydancer. We really enjoyed visiting Ballyseede over the past year, and always felt so welcome - frequently offered teas and coffees by the wonderful Esther (front of house) and we were so touched to have been greeted by the owners during our menu tasting back in March, especially when they had a wedding happening at the same time! We knew we wanted to get married at Ballyseede Castle as soon as we saw it. The combination of the castle's beauty and splendour, combined with the warm, quirky atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for. We wanted guests to feel at home, and to enjoy themselves - and that's exactly what happened. Eileen and Marnie were particularly helpful on the day itself, with Marnie helping to steam the bridesmaids' dresses on the morning of the wedding - always remaining so calm and organised. And Eileen always pre-empting a problem before it even happened - I remember she took my veil upstairs to my room without me even needing to ask. She is a star. Even the staff who manned the residents' bar were extremely warm and helpful, despite us staying until after 4am! Ballyseede is truly a unique venue - and it is down to the talented and friendly team of staff - that made our wedding such a success. Guests were praising the venue, the service, the staff, the delicious (and hot!) food and the smooth flow of the evening. We could not be happier, and we had - hands down - the best day of our lives.

Ballyseede castle went above and beyond for our wedding day. The venue never looked better. The gardens were absolutely stunning and guests commented that they felt as though they were in Italy. The service and food was all top class. We were delighted with how our extra items such as sweet table, guest book etc were displayed. We had a perfect day

Ballyseede Castle went above and beyond, for us on our big day. The staff were so polite, and helpful. We were made feel so special, and everything ran very smoothly. Both myself, and Sean had the most incredible day, with friends and family. I would highly recommend Ballyseede Castle, to future couples.

From our first email enquiry the team at Ballyseede Castle were exceptional! We had to postpone our wedding 3 times due to Covid and had to plan it from Australia. Each time the team were thoughtful of our difficulties and made the entire process stress free. They went above and beyond on the day to take care of everything so we could sit back and enjoy it. Little touches from Marnie and the team like helping our flower girls to practice, having hair clips and deodorant in a little cupboard in the tea room, even to ringing us the next morning to make sure we got breakfast made such a difference. This isn't just a venue, everyone at Ballyseede Castle welcomes you into their home and helps make the castle yours for your wedding day. We have now stayed at Ballyseede Castle 3 times and each time even outside our Wedding day the team service is outstanding. The barman even went to a different bar in the Castle as the Guinness was pouring better from the top bar! I cannot recommend Ballyseede Castle highly enough.

We were looking for a fairytale wedding and Ballyseede Castle certainly delivered. During the planning stage the hotel could not have been more helpful. They worked around our schedule as we both work fulltime. The wedding day was amazing the venue was first class, the staff were so professional and the food got rave reviews from our guests. We would highly recommend Ballyseede Castle to those seeking a wedding venue!

The staff of Ballyseede were wonderful to deal with and we really enjoyed our wedding day.

Ballyseede Castle is the most stunning venue any time of year but it is extra special at Christmas time with their décor and atmosphere. All the staff before and on the day of the wedding couldn't have been more helpful. There are so many locations inside and outside the castle for your photos. The orangery where the drinks reception is held is the perfect spot for people to mingle and have a drink together, and for the bride and groom to mix with their guests. The function room is just gorgeous with their chiavari chairs, table settings and their lights across the wooden beams, it's a really cosy setting. The food is absolutely delicious, it was so difficult to choose a menu but we went for the Salmon and Monkfish in pastry and the fillet beef and went down a treat. We had 112 people there and it was very comfortable. The only area it could improve on was having more people behind the bar.

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to Ballyseede hotel and all of their staff for our amazing wedding day. Right from the start dealing with Ballyseede, they were so professional and prompt with any enquires. Booking through COVID was not easy, but Ballyseede made the transaction seamless for us which made them the obvious choice for our wedding venue. The day of the wedding was just perfect. The hotel was decorated for Christmas which just made our day even more magical. The staff were just amazing. From Mary, our wedding planner to the staff we met through the day, they just bent over backwards to help us and were super friendly. All of our guests were equally as complementary of the venue and staff and many cannot wait to return for a weekend away in this special place. The orangery and reception room were just amazing, so beautifully decorated and such a warm atmosphere. People are still talking about how amazing the food was. We can't wait to back to Ballyseede and re-live all the special memories we will hold dear forever from our special day there. Thank you so much. Can't recommend enough as a wedding venue.

We truly enjoyed our wedding day at Ballyseede Castle. It is a unique and spectacular venue for a wedding and looked even more amazing with the Christmas decorations up. The hotel management and staff were a pleasure to deal with, not only on the day itself but the lead up to it. They were most hospitable and very professional. The standard of food served was second to none and all of our guests really had high praise for it. We would definitely recommend Ballyseede to other couples.

We had the most amazing wedding weekend in Ballyseede! We had never viewed the venue ourselves, my mum and sister had done it on our behalf and we booked (pre COVID) on the spot based on their wonderful review. We planned our wedding from the US, throughout COVID and the staff at Ballyseede could not have been more helpful or accommodating. The staff are phenomenal, not just in the lead up but on the day itself too, making sure ties are straight, flowers are held correctly and any last minute bits! They truly are a class act, they strike the perfect balance of making sure the day runs smoothly while allowing your day to be yours. Given our time of year, end of November, we had the choice of whether the Christmas decorations would be up. We went with it and are so pleased we did. The castle looks truly spectacular in Winter time and so many of our guests commented on the beauty of the venue. We had rain on our day but the grounds have shaded, tree covered spots for outdoor pictures in spite of this. The potential for indoor pictures is just amazing too and one of the reasons we picked Ballyseede, given we were planning a November wedding. The wedding meal was excellent and commented on by many guests, as was all the food over the entire weekend. I would not hesitate recommending Ballyseede Castle as a wedding venue. It truly was unforgettable and will always be so special to us.

My Hubbie Alan and I booked Ballyseede Castle during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020 and although we didn’t have the opportunity to view it before we booked, we didn’t want to lose the date so we booked it in the hope we could view after lockdown. We were understandably nervous booking a venue without viewing it and only having past experience from eating there for Sunday lunch when we were in Tralee visiting family. We had absolutely nothing to worry about. The team at Ballyseede, in particular Mary and Hilla, put our mind at ease throughout the entire journey and nothing was ever too much trouble. Even when we considered changing dates, they were so accommodating and understanding. We thankfully stuck with our original date and From the moment my family and I arrived from kildare to stay for the weekend, the staff were on hand to help with all the accommodation and wedding plans. On the wedding day itself, we had the most incredible wedding meal and everyone commented that the food and service was outstanding and something you would be delighted with if it was just 2 people out for dinner, not to mention serving 100 wedding guests. Marnie and the team managed to strike a great balance of being by your side to attend to anything you need, without being overbearing, which really put us at ease on the day. If you are thinking of booking Ballyseede Castle for your wedding, I would recommend them without a seconds thought! The package includes everything you could think of that are extras in many other places, the Castle and grounds are stunning and the staff are a credit to Ballyseede. You will not regret it. We certainly didn’t and it was the perfect venue for our wedding. Many of our friends and family commented that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. A big thank you to all the staff at Ballyseede Castle for an unforgettable weekend!

We felt like royalty at Ballyseede Castle with its old world charm and warmth for our intimate wedding reception. The quality of the food was beautiful, full of flavour and taste with a excellent variety that catered for all. The professional service was outstanding, especially on the run-up to our big day. The accommodation and rooms were idyllic, they were bright, spacious and full of character. Overall Ballyseede Castle exceeded all our expectations, we could not fault it in any way. We were delighted we chose this wonderful venue to celebrate our magical day. It marked a significant milestone in our lives with treasured memories of family and friends.

Our wedding day at Ballyseede was the best day I’ve ever had. They were so welcoming and accommodating even while we planned from across the world during a pandemic! They made us feel like celebrities and the room looked absolutely spectacular. Everyone loved the place and the rooms were incredible too. The food was some of the best I’ve ever had. Thank you Marnie, Rory, Mary, Hilla, Esther, and all of the others I know I’m forgetting!

We recently got married at Ballyseede Castle after deciding to cancel our previous venue due to various difficulties with the wedding coordinator. We contacted Ballyseede just two months before our wedding to see if they were available and were delighted when they said they were. We were extremely lucky to be able to have our special day at such an amazing venue and everyone at Ballyseede was extremely helpful in making our day one to remember. From the day we met Marnie and Mary, they couldn't do enough for us and managed to pull off the day of a lifetime with only two months notice. Straight away we fell in love with the venue and felt that everyone was extremely easy to deal with which was such a relief given our experience with our prior venue! On the day we were welcomed and whisked away from the hustle and bustle of the photographs, meeting guests etc to a private room where we were given some canapes, prosecco and were able to freshen up. This was a lovely touch as we were able to take a few minutes to ourselves to relax and soak everything in and enjoy some food as so often with photos etc the wedding couple does not get time to enjoy any food until the meal. The day itself couldn't have gone better. The grounds and hotel are immaculately kept and there's plenty places for photo opportunities which avoided us having to stop along the way. The rooms and the food were amazing. We did however have two guests with nut allergies, one of which we were aware of and had made the hotel aware of and both also made the staff aware of when ordering their meal however both were served salads with nuts. Luckily they spotted them and the staff/chef were super accommodating in providing an alternative dish. We received so many compliments from our guests about the venue, the bedrooms, the staff, the food and of course the resident dogs which are also super friendly! Everyone was very impressed overall. Thanks for such a fabulous day!

We had our wedding at Ballyseede Castle in September this year and it was a magnificent day from start to finish. The staff were more that helpful and friendly, I can't say enough about Esther and all the front of house staff. I personally pulled up to the back door and everything from there on in was done to perfection for all of us. Food was excellent and rooms were amazing, our entire group of guests are still talking about the great time they had. Thanks again to Marnie, Esther, Joe, Mary and all the staff at the Ballyseede Castle for such an amazing day.

It was a second time lucky for us, we initially planned on getting married in May, but due to restrictions was put back to September. The lead up was painless from a brides point of view, Mary, Marnie, Hilla just to name a few were completely on the ball and so professional. Ballyseede is a venue that you can just show up to, its beautifully decorated, wonderful flowers and stunning grounds. We didn’t need to bring any extras. We were very happy with the choice of menus and packages. The food tasting was beautiful. The day of the wedding was perfect, was greeted by Marnie and she had all the essentials on hand for us both, hair spray, deodorant, clips and drinks. The waiting and bar staff were all so pleasant and helpful. The food was the best I’ve ever had at a wedding, and the service was second to none. The breakfast was equally as nice the following day. The bedrooms were comfortable and very tastefully decorated. I would highly recommend this as a venue if your looking for a 5 star wedding experience.

We planned our wedding during the pandemic & had to postpone once. The staff in Ballyseede, were so helpful & accommodating, nothing was an issue. They were always contactable via email through every lockdown. The Castle is stunning, inside & out, the interior is amazing & provides beautiful photo ops if the weather is bad outside. We got married in the Stone room & were blown away by how beautiful it was on the day, it was just stunning! The rooms are just exquisite, alot of our guests stayed in the castle & were blown away by the decor & attention to detail. The food is second to none, our guests are still raving about the beef & the fondant!! We had an amazing day & they really went over and above for us in a time of such uncertainty, we are forever grateful to them & especially to Marnie for that! We couldn't recommend them enough, we'd love to do it all again!

From start to finish it was a dream dealing with all the team at Ballyseede Castle. With so much uncertainty surrounding covid, somedays planning a wedding was challenging however the team at Ballyseede were so reassuring and only for them, I don't think we would be married :) We simply cannot say enough about all of them. As for the venue itself, words cannot describe it. The food and service was spectacular and our guests are still talking about it. With 150% confidence, Ballyseede Castle is the only place you need to look at when getting married. We cannot wait to visit.

After having to reschedule our wedding twice due to Covid and starting our planning from scratch, we had our perfect wedding day at Ballyseede Castle. The staff were incredible, from start to finish, especially Mary who was our main point of contact. On the day, the food and wine were both fabulous and all of ours guests had nothing but compliments. The venue itself is breathtaking and we were lucky to have the sun shining so our guests could enjoy the gardens before coming inside. It couldn't possibly have been any more perfect and we will have the most precious memories of the most beautiful day for the rest of our lives. Looking forward to being back in Ballyseede for my little sister's wedding next year!

We cannot thank Ballyseede enough for the warm, thoughtful, and outstanding service for our wedding. We knew before booking that the castle was beautiful and that the food would be excellent, but what really made the day so special was the expertise and calm attitude from everyone we met on the day. We were both understandably a bit nervous and didn't really know what to do, especially early in the day, but especially Marnie and Eileen and Mary and Paul really put us at ease and made us feel like we were in the trusted hands of an old friend. Hilla also stopped by the day before and we can't thank her and Mary enough for being so reassuring and helpful during the planning process. They were so warm and flexible when COVID led to many delays, and never made us feel uneasy to contact them with endless "what ifs." We felt they were very COVID-safe on the day, but at the same time they didn't have unreasonable rules and regulations. They had an excellent separate menu for vegetarian and vegan guests, and also catered to a guest with special dietary requirements with no fuss. They were upfront with pricing and there were no hidden or unreasonable charges, so we felt we got extremely excellent value for money. The venue is so gorgeous that lots of outside decorations really aren't necessary, but they were very happy to use the bits we did bring. We got so many complements from guests to say what a wonderful time was had, and locals and international guests alike were blown away. We already have made a plan to come back and stay in Ballyseede every year on our anniversary. We don't really know what else to say as we're just so overwhelmed by how amazing everything was. Planning a wedding is stressful enough at the best of times, let alone during COVID, but the team really made it so easy.

Ballyseede Castle from the very first day meeting Mary was one of the most amazing venues we visited. The staff are extremely helpful and were always very willing to help with anything we needed. On the day of our wedding the staff could not be more welcoming and all our guests were highly complimentary of the staff. The venue is magical and it was the best decision for our wedding. The food, accommodation and location was better than we could have expected. We had a delicious meal on the day of the wedding but the night before the food available to our guests was also of very high quality. Breakfast is excellent and the staff, especially Esther, were welcoming, full of chat and always extremely helpful with anything we requested. I couldn't recommend Ballyseede Castle more as the most perfect wedding venue. Our guests have been so complimentary of the venue and said it was the best wedding they had been to and I truly believe this is due to the service and attention we received from all at the hotel. Perfect venue for a perfect day.

Where to start...having our wedding at Ballyseede Castle exceeded all of our expectations. Our journey began when we visited Ballyseede Castle in February 2020 (pre-covid) and met with Mary and fell in love with the venue and atmosphere there. We booked our wedding for August 2020 and shortly after, the pandemic hit Ireland. Mary and all at Ballyseede Castle could not have been more accommodating and arranged a new date for us in June 2021 and also arranged a provisional later date for us in case our June wedding was not possible. Luckily, we were able to proceed in June and everyone at Ballyseede Castle made our day magical. We stayed the night before our wedding and they couldn't do enough for us, while still always giving us space to enjoy ourselves. Marnie just goes above and beyond and gently made sure we were all on time and organised on the morning of our wedding, and made sure all the bridal party were looking their best and had everything we needed when we returned from the church. The canapés and food and drinks were amazing, everyone was commenting on the quality of the food and how outstanding the venue is. The little patio off the ballroom was ever popular and made sure all the guests were kept together and we weren't losing people throughout the evening. All the staff on Ballyseede Castle couldn't have been more kind and accommodating with Marnie, Mary, Hilla, Paul, Joyce and Ester being particularly popular with the bridal party and guests. Everything was taken care of without us asking and the day ran so smoothly and was completely stress free. I couldn't recommend Ballyseede Castle highly enough as a wedding venue. Everything from the venue to the staff to the food and the grounds (excellent for wedding photographs) was just exceptional and the entire day completely exceeded our expectations. Also we were hesitant with all the unknowns and restrictions of Covid but all staff went above and beyond to make our day feel like a "normal" wedding day. Thanks again to all the staff, we had the best day ever!

We really can't say enough good things about Ballyseede Castle. It is the perfect place for a wedding - a stunning venue with warm, friendly staff, beautiful reception rooms, fabulous grounds, lounge areas, and bedrooms. The food is outstanding. The staff are truly amazing. Despite us having to make some changes to our plans due to Covid, the staff in the hotel were so positive and accommodating - nothing was ever a problem. Mary, in particular, was so proactive and reassuring to deal with throughout the lead up to the wedding. We had a really relaxed day. All the staff on the day were so friendly, professional and accommodating. Special thanks to Marnie, Mary, Eileen, Paul, Tim and Derry. We loved every minute of our stay in Ballyseede Castle and we look forward to returning over many years ahead. We 100% recommend it as a wedding venue!

We had the most amazing wedding day with you on December 28th 2020! We chose Ballyseede as I had showed Daniel a picture when we met to show him that I’m going to get married there (with or without him!) little did I know he would book a stay there the night he proposed & we went on to book our wedding with Mary the following morning! Ballyseede Castle is the most magical place, full to the brim of character & ran by the most professional & warm group of people! Everyone was so welcoming to us and to all of our guests - absolutely nothing was too much to ask! We would like to specially thank Mary for her hard work dealing with our numerous questions & requests & handling all of our postponing and rebooking stress so professionally! Having Marnie come to the bridal suite the morning of the wedding for some words of wisdom & important tips was just so lovely! Eileen was amazing on the day & everyone ensured our wedding went so smoothly. The venue is spectacular but the staff from reception to bar to breakfast were all fantastic (especially Esther!). Our guests were all blown away by the food, service & of course the beautiful rooms and decor! We could go on forever how amazing a place it is and we just cannot wait to return for another visit as husband & wife! Thank you all so much!

We were so happy with our wedding day we had the ceremony and reception in Ballyseede and we were treated like royalty from start to finish. Top quality food, impeccable service and personal touches everywhere

We had a vegan wedding at Christmas at Ballyseede Castle, and I just wanted to say on behalf of my husband and myself how blown away we were by how accommodating and incredible every member of staff we came into contact with was in both the lead up to and during the day of the wedding. The staff gave us such a wonderful set of memories that we will treasure for a lifetime. The food was incredible, the service was amazing, and when we were nervous or anxious about anything, we found that it had already been dealt with or anticipated. I cannot state enough how impressed I was with the staff's professionalism and warmth in all areas, from Mary when we were dropping everything off and corresponding, to the wonderful wait staff and bar staff who were so kind and helpful, to the staff members who went above and beyond and helped to keep me relaxed before I walked down the aisle, even going to grab my vows out of my purse for me when I realised I had forgotten them! For anyone planning a vegan wedding, I would very highly recommend Ballyseede, as the canapés were inventive and delicious, including a vegan cheese board and wonderful selections of tofu and garlic hummus crostinis, as well as chocolate dipped strawberries to go with the mulled wine and hot chocolate that was sourced for our guests. The meal was incredible, with the risotto, lasagne, salads, soups, and apple and pear crumble all standing out for us and those with us. Our only regret is that we couldn't eat more, and had to leave some of the beautiful food behind due to the incredibly generous portion sizes, we counted seven different types of potato in the side dishes alone, and they were all delicious! Finally, I need to state how impressed we were by the Covid related protocols in place. All staff wore masks at all times, there were several alcohol gel stations in easy reach, and every precaution had so clearly been taken without creating a clinical or stressful atmosphere. It really put our minds at ease and I will never be able to thank you enough. Thank you so, so much for everything you did for us and our families, the decor of the castle, the beautiful food, the genuine kindness of your staff, impeccable grounds keeping, and gorgeous rooms will be spoken about in our family for years to come.

It's been almost a month since our wedding day and we cannot thank you enough for everything. From the very day we walked into see the venue last November and met with Mary, we knew that it was the perfect fit for us. Over the couple of months we spent planning, the Ballyseede team and Mary were always available to take calls and answer questions. 2020 brought plenty of twists with Covid 19 but all the team in Ballyseede were extremely flexible and reassuring. When the big day came on in October 2020, we were completely blown away with the hospitality the hotel provided us. With only 25 guests by the end of the day all the staff were familiar with the names of everyone in our party and so attentive to the needs of each and every person. The hotel decor was absolutely beautiful and the change in location of our ceremony to Maimie's Lounge was the most perfect and intimate fit. The drinks reception in the Orangery was wonderful and there was a natural flow into the garden as we got our photographs taken. Again the attention to detail was excellent. We enjoyed a fantastic banquet in the Stone Room, service and decor was second to none. Food was cooked to perfection. Our guests were so complimentary towards the meal. No task was too difficult, thanks to Paul for retrieving my handbag with my speech and lipstick. As the evening progressed we retired to the Orangery again for our evening reception and entertainment - it was the perfect space for a small group. The bedrooms in the castle are absolutely beautiful, cosy and luxurious. We felt as though the castle was our home for the day - the staff always on hand but completely unintrusive. A huge thank you to all who worked on the day - Stella, Tim, Esther, Paul, Eileen, Derry, Hilla, Mary, Marnie and Rory - and anyone else we may be forgetting. Our wedding day is a day we certainly will not forget - Ballyseede Castle exceeded our expectations and we cannot rate it highly enough. We certainly will be returning as we know many of our guests will. Thank you so much for your hospitality, kindness, flexibility and reassurance.

We had our wedding in Ballyseede Castle in September, 2020, due to Covid-19 this was our third date (third time lucky!). From the moment we booked for our original date (April 2020), Hilla and Mary could not have been more helpful and accommodating. From the ease of re-arrangements in relation to dates, guests and room bookings for each potential date up until the actual day nothing was too much for the staff of Ballyseede Castle. From the bar food for the pre-wedding dinner to the 5-course wedding dinner, to the tea and scones, the food was delicious. The guests still talk about the food, the friendly staff and the comfiest hotel beds they have ever slept in. We would highly recommend Ballyseede Castle for a wedding, from the get-go the hotel understood our vision for a small intimate wedding (21 guests) and were more than accommodating and helpful.

We had our wedding in Ballyseede Castle on August 23,2020. It was the most spectacular day from start to finish. When we were first choosing a venue, the second I walked into Ballyseede Castle I knew this was where we were going to have our special day, the venue is beautifully decorated and there is so many beautiful spots both inside and outside the hotel for amazing photos. With our Irish weather this was a big bonus for us as we knew we would have amazing photos no matter the weather. During the difficult time leading up to the wedding both Marnie and Mary were amazing to work with, they were so friendly and approachable and any concerns we had were put at ease straight away. On the wedding day, we were made to feel like a King and Queen, the hotel staff could not have done enough for us and the day ran so smoothly, they were always 2 steps ahead. The guests are still talking about the luxurious rooms and the amazing 5 course meal they had on the day, the fillet steak was cooked to perfection. I would advise anyone who is thinking about booking a wedding at Ballyseede Castle to just go ahead and do it, you won't be disappointed. It was the fairytale that I had always dreamed of and for them to make it possible in this difficult environment was just outstanding. I want to say a big thank you to Marnie, Rory and all the staff at Ballyseede Castle for making our day so so special.

We had our wedding reception at Ballyseede Castle Hotel on 14th March 2020. Prior to our big day communication was excellent, Mary answered all our queries quickly and fully, very responsive, helpful and flexible to accommodate our every wish. On the day, the food and service were first class. Food was devine and so plentiful, better than any award winning restaurant. Strongly recommend the beef, it simply melted in the mouth. Service was warm and friendly , yet professional. It was everything we hoped for and more. Would strongly recommend. 5 stars.

We had our ceremony, reception and day 2 at ballyseede castle. The staff were beyond amazing and couldnt have done more for us. The food was fabulous and of course the setting is beautiful. From the planning stages Mary was very helpful with everything. Everyone who attended have commented on how great everything was from start to finish. I couldnt recommend the place more!

Everything at Ballyseede was perfect for our wedding day. The food was amazing, all the guests commented on how lovely the food was. The service and staff were very friendly and professional, nothing was too much. They were super at replying to questions and emails prior to the wedding. Marnie was extremely helpful and thoughtful on the morning of the wedding. They were all super the morning after the wedding at breakfast. Everyone there made us feel very special! I would recommend Ballyseede to anybody! I would love to be having my wedding there all over again!

Great venue and first class service.

I cannot praise The Ballyseede enough. We had such a great day and night. We had our ceremony on site which was beautiful and so special. The room is stunning and romantic. Our guests raved about the meal which was yummy. We can't fault the hotel for anything. We stayed the night before the wedding and left the morning after so there was no stress, which I believe the hotel helped with. Loved it. So happy that we chose The Ballyseede as I dont think our day would've been as special anywhere else.

Everything was perfect. The staff took care of every detail and we couldn't be more happy with the service and friendliness. My guests where so happy with the food and accommodation just as we where so that made us even more pleased. Really thankful to have our wedding celebration at Ballyseede The one thing I would tell future couples is make sure you are definite about ballyseede for your venue. They are very strict with there policies and when you pay the deposit there are no refunds. They definitely can accommodate for some changes but unfortunately my mom was sick and couldn't come unless I payed another fee we couldn't move the date or cancel. Sadly my mom wasn't able to make the celebration. It was the only thing I did miss about the night.

Ballyseede Castle was all we wanted and more! It was the perfect place to host our Summer Garden Party wedding and even when there was a little bit of drizzle the orangery has a great outdoor indoor vibe. The staff were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble! The owners were so welcoming and we felt very special that they cake and took the time to chat with us during the wedding. The list of suppliers supplied by the venue is excellent and it is worthwhile having people who already know the castle supply different parts of your wedding. All of the guests were really impressed with the venue and the great value of the bedrooms for the night. Ballyseede is the perfect mix of everything. Professionalism, value for money and delicious food! It was perfect!

Ballyseede exceeded all our expectations on our wedding day. The service and attention to detail was amazing and we really appreciate all the work behind the scenes that made the day run so smoothly.

We had the most amazing wedding at Ballyseede almost two months ago. From day one, we felt we were in good hands. The team was responsive to our ongoing needs and changes. The venue is beautiful and the Orangerie and the new wing really add to the whole experience. The food was fabulous, the team super helpful, and all our our guests raved about the rooms and decorations. We could not be happier to have had our special day there. Thank you to Mary, Marnie, Esther, and the whole team for everything!

Ballyseede was a dream venue. The castle itself has so much character and you really feel like you are in an old castle. The staff went above and beyond to help with everything they could. I can't fault anything. We got married on 21 December right before Christmas and the castle was decorated like a dreamy winter wonderland. Our guests are still talking about it.

The most amazing Venue. The staff were so accommodating to everyone’s needs. We were all treated so fabulously on the day. Could not have asked for anything more. Just amazing.

Where do you start when you want to review a wedding venue like Ballyseede Castle? I think first and foremost it has to be with the staff. When David and I were looking for wedding venues this time last year, we really had no clue what kind of venue we wanted for our wedding. Ballyseede castle was the second place which we viewed and from the minute we walked in the door we knew our decision had been made. Besides the homely atmosphere that we got from ballyseede and the amazing history and surroundings, a massive part of that decision was when we meet one of the wedding planners Ashton, who was so welcoming and put the two of us who hadn’t a clue about weddings at ease. Over the next year, we got to meet a lot more of the staff, the owners Marnie and Ruairi, Mary (Ballyseede’s other wedding planner), all of whom have been so lovely and really made our wedding a dream to organise. Thanks to Ashton and Mary, the planning stages of the wedding were seamless, and any suggestions/ideas we had, there was never a problem. On the day of the wedding itself, Ballyseede were just amazing, we could not fault one thing and our guests were blown away by the venue. We need to say a massive thank you to Joanna who looked after us on the day, she was so lovely and made the two of us feel like kings for the day. The comments we heard from our guests were “Best wedding venue they have ever been at” “Friendliest Staff” “Fantastic Food” “Gorgeous Rooms”. Thanks so much to everyone at Ballyseede castle for giving me and David the best day of our lives, we loved every minute of it and a huge part of that was due to your phenomenal wedding venue. We will be back so see you all very soon xx

We had an amazing wedding at Ballyseede Castle. The staff could not have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and the food was fantastic. I would highly recommend them as a wedding venue.

We could not find one fault with ballyseede Castle Hotel, from booking our date with them to the wedding day they were such a pleasure to deal with, nothing was a burden, the service is seco d to none, we were made feel so relaxed on the day, the ceremony in the stoneroom was stunning, the drinks reception area was beautiful, the meal had to have been the best we've had, the staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough,

Having our wedding in Ballyseede Castle Hotel was like having our own fairy tale. We are from Cork so travelled down the day before and got ready in the castle the morning of the wedding. Everything was 5* - the quality of service and every member of staff are so attentive and professional, as well as making you feel like part of their family. Nothing was a problem and anything we wanted was done without any fuss, and a lot of the time without us even having to ask. The meal was amazing and overall I cannot recommend this venue enough. We will definitely be back for visits in the future. To Marnie and Rory and everyone at Ballyseede Castle Hotel - Thank you so much!!

Ballyseede was the perfect venue for us. Both Marnie and Ruairi were always helpful in any query we had. Also special mention to Ashton who is a great wedding coordinator and Paul the manager who was amazing on the day. They made the day feel so relaxed for both of us. Super place to get married if you want amazing food in beautiful surroundings in a very chilled atmosphere. Can't recommend enough.

We would just like to say thanks to Marnie, Rory and Mary and all the team at Ballyseede Castle for an exceptional wedding reception. From the moment we arrived on the day the attention to detail was really outstanding . Everything about the hotel is beautiful and made our day extra special. The service and the food is top class. We had a fabulous day & would highly recommend Ballyseede Castle Hotel as a wedding venue.

We got married in Ballyseede castle in December 2018. I couldn't recommend this venue enough. Everything from start to finish was amazing! The staff in Ballyseede castle are so accomdating and couldn't do enough for us or our guests! They are so professional and everything is done to the highest standard. Planning of the day was effortless from the very beganing with the help and advice from the staff. On the day the venue was spectacular and the food was even better. I literally cannot fault a thing and I can't thank Rory and Marnie and all their staff enough especially Mary, Ashton, Ester, Paul and Joanne. We are so grateful for everything they did for us. We will definitely be going back for regular visits. Jenny and Cian Coady.

A magical spot- especially at Christmas time. Staff we’re fantastic

Dear Mary, Ashton, Paul, Esther, Joe, Marnie, Rory and all the staff and team at Ballyseede Castle. Let’s not forget Mr. Higgins, Molly, Einstein and the real boss Bubbles! Myself and my husband would like to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts! We had the most AMAZING time at our wedding. Huge special thanks to Mary and Marnie who on the day left no detail out. They were checking on us throughout the morning and making sure we had everything we needed. We didn’t have to worry about a thing for the whole weekend. We said from the start we wanted to book somewhere with good food and Ballyseede did not disappoint. The food was perfection everyone was highly praising the food so thank you so much to the chef and their team. On the Friday the night before our wedding we had an informal dinner in the Orangery for our bridal party, family and guests. We were even able to personalize the menu. Everything was organized to perfection. Mary was my main point of contact when organizing my wedding. She was absolutely fantastic!! She was so prompt with her reply on any questions I had. Our family and friends had a fantastic weekend thanks to all the staff and the beautiful setting. The dogs on the grounds made it extra special as we are both animal lovers -not to mention all our guests we trying their hardest to get the perfect selfie with them! We were married on the 8th December 2018 and couldn’t have asked for a more Christmassy setting. They even made a playlist of my favorite Christmas songs (Including some Harry Potter ones ). We had our ceremony in The Stone Room-what an amazing setting, everyone was in awe at the beautiful rooms, it takes you back in time to what living in a castle would be like, but also has a modern touch. We stayed in the newer rooms which were stunning. We highly recommend Ballyseede Castle to any potential Bride and Grooms out there. Thank you all so much!! Conor and Katie x

We only wish we could give more than 5 stars!! From the day we booked our wedding to checking out of Ballyseede we were bowled over by the service and support provided by Marnie, Rory and all the team in Ballyseede. To say that all of our expectations were surpassed is an understatement! We were truly made feel like the most special couple in the world on the day of our wedding! The setting in Ballyseede is truly magnificent and the food and service was amazing and our guests who attended are still talking about it and the fabulous day they experienced. We were amazed by all of the little touches and additional extras on the day and cannot stress how accommodating all of the team were to all of our requests! The professionalism, guidance and support we received from all of the staff was truly something that we will always remember and made our day special for us. There is not one thing we would change and We only wish that we could do it all over again!

From the minute you choose Ballyseede as your venue you feel extremely comfortable dealing with all members of staff. The food is amazing, service is top quality and it is the most magical place! We loved every second of our wedding here! They offer such expertise and personal touches, you would not go wrong choosing Ballyseede as your wedding venue. Can't wait to return!

We’d like to say a huge thanks to all at Ballyseede Castle for making our wedding day incredibly special!! From the moment we set foot on the premises, we were convinced that this was where we wanted to celebrate our marriage, due to the stunning surroundings and rooms, understated elegance and welcoming and homely atmosphere and not least, our interactions with staff, particularly Esther and Stella who made us feel at home instantly and made an equally great impression with all our guests. In the process of planning, we’d like to especially thank Ashton, Mary and Marnie who dealt with every query and request promptly and professionally. We were blown away with how the venue looked on the day and can’t thank Paul and Eileen enough for how they welcomed us, helped guide us through the day and looked after our every need; even helping to remove a stain on my dress! We’re so very happy we chose Ballyseede as a venue and would wholeheartedly recommend it to other couples!! They won’t regret it! It’s an absolutely magical place and we look forward to visiting again and again in the future.

Absolutely AMAZING!!!! from start to finish the whole team made sure we were happy and relaxed,they were all extremely friendly and easy going,fantastic to deal with,I couldn't recommended ballyseede castle enough,literally no faults,everyone was raving about the beautiful grounds,the setting,everything!!!

We were do happy we picked the ballseede castle everything was just so perfect from the impeccable service to the delicious food. All our guests couldn't have complemented the venue enough. I would definitely recommend this hotel to celebrate your wedding in

Ballyseede is just incredible, we would highly recommend the castle to everyone. All the staff made planning a wedding from London very easy and stress free, communication was always professional and they responded to emails very quickly too. They thought of every little thing and could not do enough for you - they really do make you feel like royalty. The food was delicious and plentiful and so was the wine!! Our guests are still talking about it and say that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. The rooms are huge and very well furnished, especially the new suites, they are stunning and very comfortable. Overall - it was just perfect and we cannot wait to go back. Thank you to everyone at Ballyseede for making our day so special. See you all again soon!

Would highly recommend to anyone. We had our wedding on Aug 17th, 2018 and the service was second to none. The staff were flawlessly attentive, bending over backwards to assist us with anything. They made us feel very well taken care of, and relieved any stress we may have had. The rooms were amazing, comfortable and spacious. The food was excellent and our guests were all impressed with their stay as well.

The dream venue! Marnie made everything so easy for us. Hands down, would recommend Ballyseede Castle to any couple! The staff, the service, the food, the atmosphere, each as outstanding as the next!

We were just so happy with gr Ballyseede Castle. The staff , attention to detail and the food was amazing. We both loved our day and were delighted with how it all went. As the Ballyseede is a family run business they paid so much attention to the wedding couple from fixing my hair and spraying some perfume on me before I entered our reception to always making sure we were never without a drink. I cannot thank them enough our recommend a better place to get married. And so many guests raved about having the best steak they’ve eaten! Love Rosie and Tim

I organized my wedding at Ballyseede from Australia which seemed like a really daunting task, however the communication from Ballyseede was great and made me feel very assured by their professional and prompt communication. Ballyseede is a great venue from the food to the rooms and the amazing service and the whole team ensured that the day ran very smoothly. It is a very intimate venue as you get the whole venue for yourself for the day in comparison to other larger wedding venues around Killarney which might have multiple weddings on the same day. We chose to have a civil ceremony at Ballyseede which was great for our guests as they could make the most of the stunning castle and surrounding grounds. We would highly recommend Ballyseede to anyone planning their wedding as it is such a stunning and unique venue unlike anywhere else - we couldn't fault a thing

We held our wedding reception at Ballyseede Castle at the end of July 2018 and could not have wished for a more magical day. From the first day we stepped foot in this breathtaking venue we knew that this was the place we wanted to celebrate our special day. The venue is so unique, steeped in history and the beautiful garden is simply charming. We particularly loved the donkeys, Shetland ponies and quiet, friendly dogs who roam around the castle and grounds. Ballyseede Castle is the perfect blend of old and new, with absolutely regal old world lounges and bedrooms in the main part of the castle contrasting with the stunning new orangery and luxurious bedrooms in the new extension. The main function room for our wedding breakfast was gorgeous with it's wooden beams, stone walls and twinkly lights setting a lovely ambience for us all to enjoy. The new outdoor seating area located just off the main function room was a great addition where our guests could relax in the fresh air at their leisure. The guests at our wedding have been singing their praises for Ballyseede Castle since our wedding day and cannot get over how amazing the venue was and also how delicious the food and wine were. Every single member of staff made us feel welcome and important, not just on our wedding day but every time we visited before and after the wedding. We would like to particularly thank Marnie, Rory and Ashton who all helped to organize the details of the wedding. They were so kind, understanding and helpful at all times and we felt like we could ask them anything and we would be accommodated. Ashton was fantastic and took a lot of time in the lead up to the wedding to make sure that we were happy with everything - she was really lovely to deal with. On the day of the wedding Marnie and Rory were excellent, Marnie taking me into a room at one point to very calmly dry my dress with a hairdryer after I had spilled champagne all down the front! Rory also took the time to explain the history of the castle to us when booking our wedding, which we all really enjoyed and appreciated. My own waitress on the day took care of me very well and had preempted any requests I had, she also went out of her way to help us organize a surprise birthday cake with candles for the best man, which we were very grateful for. Ballyseede Castle is a truly special wedding venue and we could not recommend them highly enough. We had an amazing day and wish we could have our wedding there all over again.

We can’t thank all the Ballyseede Castle staff enough for everything on our wedding day. Myself and Richard were amazed with the effort every member of staff put in to the day. There really was no stone unturned. It was more than we ever hoped it would be and that was down to all of the staff. Thank you all again x

Thank you to all the staff for everything it was beyond amazing - a big thanks to Mary for all her amazing help she was outstanding to deal with from day 1. Everyone from Derry and all over are talking about Ballyseede castle and simply were blown away. We can’t wait to return again. Thanks so much for making our day amazing,

Marnie and Rory and their team at Ballyseede castle hotel are truly amazing. If you are looking for a venue with character and a relaxed, warm,intimate feel then look no further. No ask is too big and you can be sure on your wedding day, they are there for you 100% and want nothing more than to ensure you have an amazing day. The food is also exceptional, the fillet of beef melts in your mouth!

Our wedding day was a nice special day. The staff in the Ballyseedy hotel were very attentive and professional. The package we got, which was the summer regal package was exquisite , the drink was flowing and the portions of dinner was spot on.it was an exquisite day in a castle and would highly recommend to treat your guests to a day of luxury.

Hi Marnie, Rory, Mary, Paul and all the staff at Ballyseede Castle, The dust has settled now and our guests are all home from their "wedding holiday", and Cody and I have arrived in Miami. I finally have time to process the whole event and try and remember every detail, a lot of it is a bit of a blur! What I will always remember though is the absolute professionalism of all of the staff at Ballyseede. From start to finish, the day was perfect, there was no detail left out. To have Marnie and Paul with me before the ceremony keeping me calm, as my nerves got the better of me, was a huge help. The Stone Room, The Orangery and the dining room were just beautiful, not to mention the bridal suite and in fact all of the bedrooms, the new ones especially. Our guests were raving about every aspect of it, and Cody and I (and perhaps more importantly, my mother) were overwhelmed by how amazing the day was. It exceeded all of our expectations. I can't express my thanks enough and I could go on and on about all the things we loved. To everyone at Ballyseede Castle, thank you for making our wedding better than we could have ever imagined, Warmest regards, Deirdre and Cody

My experiences with Ballyseede were very mixed, involving both extreme highs and extreme lows. Ballyseede was one of the first venues we visited, and we fell in love, but rather than rush into it, we spent the next couple of months visiting 15-20 other venues closer to our home of Dublin to see if something else would catch our eye, it didn’t, we were in love. So we moved ahead, booking in 2016 for our 2018 wedding. We were not informed at that time that there were plans to extend the building (an additional 16 bedrooms), despite that fact that I explicitly asked about any planned works before booking (as we were aware of the ‘orangerie’ plans). In fact the first we found out about it was when we went to visit in March 2017, when a sizeable proportion of the garden was gone, and foundations were laid for this sizeable extension, when we went down for a visit. Nobody had contacted us before this. Despite the fact that we had paid an extra deposit to keep all bedrooms for our guests, and so this was important information to us (although structural changes to a wedding venue would be important to pretty much any bride). In fact, this new ‘wing’ was only finished a couple of months before our wedding. The entire thing was handled incredibly poorly and added a huge amount of stress to our planning. I wish I could say this was the only issue we had in dealing with Ballyseede, but it wasn’t. In fact there were so many issues that we seriously considered changing venues within 6 months to the wedding, and even checked availability of our second choice venue. Until about 2 months before the wedding I did not feel well treated as a normal client, never mind a bride, and genuinely did not feel that my custom was important to them. The saving grace was the beauty of the venue, coupled with the always excellent food, and the wonderful floor staff. I had to believe in my heart of hearts that the day itself would go perfectly and that our guests would not know the issues that I had had to deal with. Much, albeit not all, but much of the issues could have been better dealt with if Ballyseede just had a dedicated wedding planner. I asked multiple times to deal with just one person – I specifically requested Mary as she was always helpful and willing to answer questions (thank you Mary), and always a welcome relief to deal with, however this did not happen, even when it was promised it would. This means that whoever happened to open the email (to a generic [email protected] email address) would reply, resulting in crossed wires, the person not reading back over the email trail to understand what was really going on/being asked, and in some cases, completely wrong information being given, all adding to the stress. The vast majority of the less-than-fully-positive reviews of Ballyseede that I have seen have been related to dealing with the same individuals. Over the weekend (about half of our guests were booked from Friday to Sunday/Monday), I am happy to report, that the venue, service, food, were all flawless. In the few weeks prior, Ballyseede were even accommodating – it was extremely refreshing. On the day everything went smoothly, staff regularly checked in with us to make sure all was ok, and most importantly, we were able to have our ceremony outside, which was beautiful, if a bit snug for our 107 guests. The food was exquisite, and our guests since have spoken enthusiastically and often about the venue and food. The new wing, is fabulous inside, so much so that many of our guests thought that they were in the bridal suite, the rooms are so beautiful. The outside has been constructed to physically reflect the original castle, although it could do with some weathering to make it stand out less. I love Ballyseede, it is beautiful, and the staff are brilliant, and I will surely visit again to stay in the castle that got to be ‘ours’ for a weekend. However, the stress added to our day with all of the issues raised in the planning stages will forever taint my memories of that time. For the day I give a massive 5 stars (even the weather cooperated),in fact, if I could I would give it more, however, for the lead up & planning I give much less, so I settle at 4 stars overall. I would recommend to a friend due to the wonderful day we had, but with major caveats.

The service we received in Ballyseede Castle both in the planning of and on the day of our wedding is something We will always be grateful for. The whole planning experience was made so easy by Marnie and Rory, the attention to detail and service on the day of our wedding was superb by all staff,from front of house, waiting staff,bar staff it was exceptional. Our guests were extremely impressed by the venue, the decor and the food. Ballyseede Castle couldn’t have done any more for us and it made our wedding day so special. Thank you so much. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you won’t be sorry!

The entire staff at Ballyseede were seasoned professionals. We could not have asked for a more magical venue to hold our Christmas wedding. It was absolutely breathtaking on the day. The staff, in particular Mary, were so easy to work with and accommodated our every need. I can't recommend this place enough - truly a special place. Rory and Marnie and team are fantastic - thanks again!

Shane and I would like to say a belated thank you to EVERYONE at Ballyseede for making our wedding day so perfect and making us feel like royalty for the weekend In early December. Marnie, I don’t think I would have gotten down the stairs, let alone down the aisle without your dress-walking advice!!! Paul you kept my glass topped with prosecco any time I looked for it! All our guests till talk about how amazing the venue and food were although it was a rainy grey day in Ireland, no one even noticed! The castle is absolutely stunning and we’re delighted with the photos. Thank you again and hope to see you soon xxx

Exceptional wedding venue. Had the most positive experience. We felt so looked after and all our wishes were met without hesitation. Dream wedding venue. I would book it all over again!

Ballyseede Castle was the most perfect wedding venue. Rory, Marnie and all of the Ballyseede employees helped us in every way possible to create a magical day. The food, service and venue were all exceptional. We could not have picked a better location for our wedding and we would be delighted to recommend Ballyseede to future couples getting married.

We had our wedding at Ballyseede Castle Hotel in October 2017 and really couldn’t recommend it highly enough. The venue itself is stunning, and right from the very first meeting with the hotel we were made to feel so welcome by Marnie, Rory and all the staff. In the run up to the wedding day itself, we had a lot of questions which were always answered very quickly, and a lot of special requests which the hotel accommodated without any hesitation. We were also taken great care of during our menu tasting, and even ended up changing part of our menu based on it! For any prospective couples to note, Ballyseede don’t do conventional wedding menu tastings, but instead will bring you in when there is another wedding on that may have a similar menu and serve you that meal in their restaurant. The reason for this is because it will give you a better representation of exactly what the food will be like when produced for up to 200 people, as opposed to a once off single meal preparation. We hadn’t heard of this approach before, but it actually makes perfect sense and also gave us great peace of mind of how good the meal would be. Ballyseede is renowned for the quality of its food, and we certainly weren’t disappointed with the meal on our wedding day. Along with the music, the meal was the main thing we wanted to make sure was good and we were delighted when a lot of our guests said to us that it was probably the best meal they’d had at any wedding! There were also so many lovely touches over the course of the wedding day itself that really added to the occasion, from the hotels suggestions of flying our own flags over the castle to the special care they took of the entire wedding party by bringing us into our own private room to freshen up after we arrived. They were also very accommodating for a few special meal requests for some guests and offered so many different options for those with specific dietary requirements. All in all, if we had to do it all over again, we wouldn’t change a single thing to do with the hotel. They were so incredibly organised, helpful, friendly and accommodating which meant that everything felt so stress free and easy! The service was absolutely top class and of course the venue itself is beautiful and unique. If any couples are thinking of choosing Ballyseede for their wedding, all we can say is to go for it without hesitation, you won’t regret it!

We got married in Ballyseede Castle in September. It is an amazing venue from the beautiful grounds and interior, the stunning orangery for the drinks reception and the fabulous function room to the guest rooms and stunning bridal suite. The food was outstanding and we have received so many fantastic reviews from our guests. Marine, Rory and the team made the whole process very easy and were approachable and available throughout the preparations. The service on the wedding day itself was second to none.. All the staff made us feel like we were the most important couple ever to get married in the castle!!! We cannot recommend Ballyseede highly enough!

Firstly we must start by writing what a superb castle this is, we held our wedding ceremony in the stone room followed by a reception in the ball room. Marnie & her staff are excellent and very professional. Noting was too much trouble & we were catered for every step of the way from start to finish. The food is superb, lovely clean bridal suite & exceptional staff. We made the best choice getting married @ Ballyseede Castle. Well done to all involved from Tony & Sharon Keane

An amazing venue and unbelievable staff. My husband and I were given a VIP treatment I couldn't have imagined by all the staff and the owners too. The staff and owners looked after us all day long, and everything ran so smoothly. The guests raved about the food, there was lots to drink at the reception and during the meal. I felt no need to book anything extra for our wedding (eg sweet cart, magician, band for reception etc) as the place alone and the package we got (the middle priced package) offered so much on it's own. Any questions/requests I had beforehand were dealt with by the reception staff who were also brilliant. It was an amazing day thanks to all the staff at Ballyseede Castle! :)

We had our wedding on the 25th August this year and it was absolutely perfect at Ballyseede Castle. A great compliment i can give to them is that it did not matter which staff member you spoke to as they were all as professional as the next, clearly an ethos of the place. We dealt with Mary a lot in our preparations and she was so patient, so helpful to us and really made it stress free for us so we were very grateful. On the day of our wedding Marnie, Rory and Paul greeted us at the door and they delivered a fantastic service to our guests. I have to commend Paul who was our link at the meal and he ensured everything ran seemlessly and our guests were highly impressed with the food and the service that was delivered. The Orangery was a new addition to the Castle from the time we booked and it has really added to the Castle for the drinks reception as it opens out to the gardens so if you have a nice day it is perfect. We would highly recommend Ballyseede Castle based on the feedback from our guests aswell as ourselves which is to say amazing food, top quality service and a unique and special venue to host your wedding reception. Thank you Rory & Marnie for making it a special day for us.

Absolutely perfect experience! As an out of town bride (I am from the US, and Ireland was a destination wedding for us), I was a little worried about picking a photographer I wouldn't meet until the week of the wedding. Well let me tell you, Tara and Dave both went out of their way to work with my crazy schedule, time differences during communication, and made me feel such at ease. I can't say enough good things about our photography experience. Tara even met my fiance and I a few days before the wedding to do a trial shoot and get us comfortable behind the camera. On the day of the wedding, both were very prompt and efficient in taking beautiful photos. They have definitely done this a time or two. :) At the church wedding ceremony, I didn't even notice them. And I don't mean that in a rude way at all, it was just so nice that they were able to capture every moment without the photographs interfering with the actual ceremony. Back at the reception site, they were so extremely patient. Between rounding up our missing groomsmen who got "lost" at the bar in town, to letting my husband and I have a private moment to ourselves before the craziness continued-- they were great! Originally, I didn't think we would be doing posed pictures for long, but all my guests wanted individual pictures (*sigh*), and thankfully Tara and Dave were so flexible. They didn't appear bothered at all by the change in plans and they really created a stress-free environment for me. Even my now husband, felt at ease!--and he hates taking pictures. Tara and Dave got edited pictures back to me quickly and even created a musical slide-show for my back-home reception a month later. Overall, I recommend them to anyone, without reservation. If you are a destination bride, as I was, rest easy-- you have found your perfect photographers.

Well what can I say the totally exceeded my expectations, they could not have done anymore, staff were amazing and the food was out of this world. Had the wedding of my dreams

It was the best day of our lives. There was nothing that was too much trouble for all of the staff. Could not recommend Ballyseede castle highly enough. Everything was perfect.

We had our wedding at Ballyseede Castle on 22nd June this year. I organised the wedding from Perth Australia which can be a bit daunting! Marnie and her team answered all my million questions and responded over email so quickly that it made the planning process quite an easy stress free! The staff on the day could not do enough for us. They attended to our every need. The guests were all amazed and are still talking about the quality of the food, service and how beautiful the venue looked. It truly was magical! The staff even had a slice of our wedding cake waiting for us when we went up to our room at the end of the night. I am so glad we chose Ballyseede Castle as our wedding venue. Thanks again to all the staff for making it such a wonderful day! Carla & Jarred Paterson

Ballyseede Castle was an amazing wedding venue. It exceeded all expectations we had. Marnie, Rory and all of the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic day. The new Orangery for the pre reception is brilliant. The food is exceptional, we had monkfish and lamb and received so many excellent reports from our guests. We were really impressed by the staff in the run up to the wedding, they gave us so many helpful recommendations, really helped us to relax. Also on the day, when we arrived at the hotel, we were brought to a room on our own where Marnie fixed my dress and my husbands suit and asked if we needed anything. They could not have done more!! We were blown away by the service and professionalism. We treasure the memories of our wedding day at Ballyseede Castle, and would highly recommend it as a wedding venue. Our families and friends thoroughly enjoyed the day.

From start to finish this place was perfect. Marnie, Rory and all the staff were absolutely fantastic. We were looked after so well and the venue was just beautiful. It really is a great venue for any bridal couple. All of our guests are still talking about the food. It was also lovely to have our wedding at a dog friendly hotel, we brought our little dog along for some photos. We travelled from Dublin for the weekend which was no trouble at all. We would definitely recommend Ballyseede Castle. Thank you! Cathal and Gemma.

Hi Rory and Marnie. It's Ann Ahern here. Sorry I didn't give my review sooner. Liam and I got married in Ballyseede Castle in the Stone Room. We also had reception in the Castle as well. The first day we walked into the Castle and had a look around i turned to Liam and said i want to get married here. We didn't want to look at any other places so we booked it there and then. It was the most wonderful experience from start to finish. We didn,t see Rory on the day but Marnie and all their staff went above and beyond for us. I have recommended yer Castle to eveyone. A year later and our guests are saying it was one of the best weddings they have ever been at. The food here is to die for. The guests said it was the best meal they have ever had at a wedding. So thank ye again so much for everything. We are actually going back this Saturday the 10th for our anniversary. Hope to see ye then. Our kind regards Ann and Liam Ahern.

We had a wonderful wedding day at Ballyseede Castle- our guests loved it and our families were so pleased that everything went so smoothly. We had our drinks reception in the Formal Lounges followed by dinner for 180 in The Coachroom. the tables were decorated with candelabras and beautiful flowers, it was a truly romantic atmosphere. The staff were fantastic and friendly - they were so accommodating in every way. The food beyond excellent, we had opted for the option of free flow wine and champagne and when they said free flow it certainly was. I am delighted to recommend Ballyseede Castle to future Brides and Grooms. I would love to be planning our wedding all over again..

Ballyseede Castle is a fairy tale wedding venue. It was our dream to get married there, and our wedding day was a dream come true. Marnie, Rory, Paul and all the staff could not have been more helpful, accommodating, professional and attentive. Throughout planning, no request was ever too much. We were given excellent advice and we always felt assured that everything on the day would be perfect. Since our wedding, time and again so many of our guests have commented on the excellent quality of our wedding meal, the beauty of the venue and warmth of the staff. We cannot recommend Ballyseede Castle highly enough.

My Husband and I had our wedding reception in Ballyseede Castle recently and booked out the hotel for our guests. From the moment we booked it Mary and Marnie were on hand to help us with every step of the wedding planning! I loved the original rooms within the castle but I must say the new suites and rooms that have been added are incredible. They are huge, very well furnished rooms and a wonderful place to stay for your wedding. The food was delicious! All my guests have been raving about it since the wedding! The grounds and orangery are a beautiful place for the drinks reception. Marnie and Mary had plenty of ideas to help make it special and any requests I had to help make the wedding more personal they were able to accommodate. I loved the little touches like the room held for my new husband and I when we arrived to the castle after the ceremony - Marnie kept a room to make sure we could catch our breath and also made sure my dress looked like it had just been put on before we rejoined the drinks reception - not an easy feat after an hour taking photos by a lake! They also asked us to look at the banquet hall before the guests went in for dinner to make sure we were happy with it - again another nice touch. All the staff in the hotel were really friendly - genuinely so and very helpful, particularly Esther. The breakfast in the morning is fantastic as well (all cooked fresh - no stale buffet). We took photos in the grounds of the castle as well and they have come out beautiful. The only thing that could be improved is the website is a bit tricky for most of our guests to navigate. It gave the impression the hotel was fully booked even when there were free rooms available for wedding guests. We did feed this information back to the staff in Ballyseede and they were happy to take phone bookings. Hopefully this will be improved soon. Overall I'm delighted I booked Ballyseede Castle for my wedding. It was the best day of my life and a large part of that was due to the wonderful service we got at Ballyseede. Rachel and Nat

Beautifull first choice. Out done our expectation . From the moment we booked the hotel very hands on and creative. Enjoyable to plan our special day with.

We fell in love with the castle instantly, the atmosphere was electric and we knew we didn't have to look elsewhere! Marnie, our wedding coordinator leading up to our wedding and on the day was amazing and so helpful, she was never too busy to help us in any way he could. Our wedding day was honestly so perfect, and Ballyseede Castle played a large part in ensuring out day ran perfectly. Thank you all so much from the bottom of hearts for what the perfect fairytale day

Everything was fab. They were so helpful with every aspect of the wedding. On the day everything ran so smoothly and the staff were brilliant. Also top notch on the food, best meal we had in a long time. Highly recommend this venue.

we had our wedding at Ballyseede Castle on April 18th 2015.We opted for our ceremony to take place in the "stone room".Everything was perfect thanks to management and staff.Both Rory and Marnie are true professionals at what they do.I would highly recommend Ballyseede to future brides looking for old style grandure.And who knows...maybe the castles ghost "Hilda"might make an appearance,as she did in one of our photos!

We had our wedding in Ballyseede Castle on the 22nd March 2014 and we can not recommend the place enough! The staff at Ballyseede Castle were absolutely amazing they really did exceeded all our expectations!! From the lead up and on our wedding day all the staff were extremely helpful and SO nice to deal with! On our day they made sure we and our guests were 100% happy! All my family and friends still talk about how amazing Ballyseede Castle was. Ballyseede Castle really has the wow factor and I would 100% recommend this place to all couples in Ireland looking for a special wedding venue!! Thank you so much to all at Ballyseede Castle for a weekend we will never forget!