Garryvoe Hotel
$191
/ night
Avg. for September
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$191
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Garryvoe Hotel average $145 in January, the cheapest month, and $212 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $145 |
| February | $191 |
| March | $172 |
| April | $175 |
| May | $212 |
| June | $206 |
| July | $198 |
| August | $194 |
| September | $191 |
| October | $165 |
| November | $159 |
| December | $165 |
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Cheapest: January (~$145)
About this property
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a ballroom.
Amenities
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a ballroom.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 82 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.
Location
When you stay at Garryvoe Hotel in Garryvoe, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ballymaloe Gardens and Ballymaloe House Cookery School. This beach hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ballynamona Beach and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Ballycotton Cliff Walk.
What's nearby
Ballymaloe Gardens(0.9 miles)
Ballymaloe House Cookery School(1 miles)
Ballynamona Beach(3 miles)
Ballycotton Cliff Walk(4.8 miles)
Ballycroneen Beach(8.7 miles)
Ballybrannigan Beach(9.1 miles)
Jameson Experience(10 miles)
Perks Entertainment Center(10.2 miles)
Aura Leisure Centre(10.4 miles)
Youghal Greyhound Stadium(10.4 miles)
Youghal Golf Club(11.1 miles)
Youghal Lighthouse(11.3 miles)
Clock Gate(11.5 miles)
Fox's Lane Folk Museum(11.5 miles)
Youghal Heritage Centre(11.6 miles)
The preferred airport for Garryvoe Hotel is Cork Airport (ORK)(27.3 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Banquet Facilities
Location
Ballycotton Bay, Castlemartyr, Garryvoe, Ireland
Ballymaloe Gardens (0.9 miles)
Ballymaloe House Cookery School (1 miles)
Ballynamona Beach (3 miles)
Ballycotton Cliff Walk (4.8 miles)
Ballycroneen Beach (8.7 miles)
Ballybrannigan Beach (9.1 miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 365 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
40%
Family
40%
Group
13%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, Garryvoe Hotel is praised for its beachfront setting with sea views, spacious bedrooms, and family-friendly leisure options such as a warm pool and jacuzzi, making it a relaxing base for beach walks and exploring East Cork.
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What guests think
Across the reviews, Garryvoe Hotel is praised for its beachfront setting with sea views, spacious bedrooms, and family-friendly leisure options such as a warm pool and jacuzzi, making it a relaxing base for beach walks and exploring East Cork.
Many guests highlight welcoming staff and enjoyable meals, with frequent praise for breakfast and the Lighthouse restaurant's food and views. Common downsides include some dated or worn areas, occasional room maintenance or temperature problems, inconsistent housekeeping, occasional service lapses, and confusion over whether breakfast is included. Expect a relaxed seaside stay with good food and friendly vibes, but occasional quirks.
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Facilities
The leisure facilities are a highlight, especially the warm pool and jacuzzi that families appreciate. A few reviews also mention sauna and steam room facilities and a gym.
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mary
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
10
STEPHANIE
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved the location, the front desk person was sort of busy and preoccupied. Being close to the ocean was a huge win with little kids. The bedrooms and water service delivery was great. We loved the pool, but the hours are weird for kids.
I loved the location, the front desk person was sort of busy and preoccupied. Being close to the ocean was a huge win with little kids. The bedrooms and water service delivery was great. We loved the pool, but the hours are weird for kids.
10
Ericka
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
8
Iseult
Jul 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely to be beside the sea in a good quality hotel with excellent gym and pool.
Lovely to be beside the sea in a good quality hotel with excellent gym and pool.
10
David
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
10
John
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
10
Sean
Mar 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Away for the night. Great hotel, lovely staff. Pint of Murphy’s in hotel bar was 10 out of 10.
Away for the night. Great hotel, lovely staff. Pint of Murphy’s in hotel bar was 10 out of 10.
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Toni
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally described as clean or modern, but several mention worn bathroom fittings, occasional housekeeping lapses, and minor maintenance issues.
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Kim Jillian
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had our daughters christening here and we absolutely enjoyed our stay. Tara from reception was so kind and friendly, my 3 year old loved her, she kept wanting to back to the reception. The rooms were clean and spacious, there was an issue with the shower—it wasn’t providing hot water at the time of the stay. However, this problem was outweighed by our positive experience with the staff, who were so kind and welcoming. Overall experience was good because of the staff's friendliness
We had our daughters christening here and we absolutely enjoyed our stay. Tara from reception was so kind and friendly, my 3 year old loved her, she kept wanting to back to the reception. The rooms were clean and spacious, there was an issue with the shower—it wasn’t providing hot water at the time of the stay. However, this problem was outweighed by our positive experience with the staff, who were so kind and welcoming. Overall experience was good because of the staff's friendliness
10
Rosemary
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
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Paul
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Surprised we didn’t have breakfast included, especially for the one night rate I paid. Bathrooms in room were very worn. Dirt all over walls.
Surprised we didn’t have breakfast included, especially for the one night rate I paid. Bathrooms in room were very worn. Dirt all over walls.
10
Kelli
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and great restaurant with ocean view Clean and modern
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and great restaurant with ocean view Clean and modern
10
John
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
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Elaine
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel has undoubtedly seen better days and now feels outdated. Efforts to maintain it in good condition are evident everywhere, but a sense of wear is still noticeable. The service is good, and the breakfast is plentiful. A pleasant bonus is its proximity to the ocean.
This hotel has undoubtedly seen better days and now feels outdated. Efforts to maintain it in good condition are evident everywhere, but a sense of wear is still noticeable. The service is good, and the breakfast is plentiful. A pleasant bonus is its proximity to the ocean.
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Rob
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very friendly to my family and check in was fast. We did not get an over view of the property, only that there are children times to pool amd here is your key. I would have like to know restaurant times for breakfast and happy hour and amenities of the property. I had to call down for wifi access, but the receptionist was very nice. I also did not expect the room only parital made up (2 or 3 bed) and no refreashment of coffee or water. Maybe this was the eco-friendly side? Upon check in, we noticed a shower issue and it was fixed the next day. Thanks but maklde for a noisy night. I would probally not stay here again based on the price I paid.
The staff was very friendly to my family and check in was fast. We did not get an over view of the property, only that there are children times to pool amd here is your key. I would have like to know restaurant times for breakfast and happy hour and amenities of the property. I had to call down for wifi access, but the receptionist was very nice. I also did not expect the room only parital made up (2 or 3 bed) and no refreashment of coffee or water. Maybe this was the eco-friendly side? Upon check in, we noticed a shower issue and it was fixed the next day. Thanks but maklde for a noisy night. I would probally not stay here again based on the price I paid.
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Rooms
Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable, many with sea views and some modern touches. A few guests noted dated decor or maintenance and temperature issues.
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Margaret
Dec 17, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We were there for a family wedding. The rooms were freezing. They couldn't find the TV remote. But on the other hand everything else was lovely. They came up straight away and sorted things out.
We were there for a family wedding. The rooms were freezing. They couldn't find the TV remote. But on the other hand everything else was lovely. They came up straight away and sorted things out.
10
Luke
Apr 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful view of water.
Wonderful view of water.
10
Rosemary
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
10
Jay
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great family room lots of space comfortable great restaurant
great family room lots of space comfortable great restaurant
10
Ericka
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
10
Anne
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
10
David
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
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Andrew
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was too hot and there was no solution. Expedia said free breakfast but did not tell the hotel. Overpriced for what it is
Room was too hot and there was no solution. Expedia said free breakfast but did not tell the hotel. Overpriced for what it is
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Elaine
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel has undoubtedly seen better days and now feels outdated. Efforts to maintain it in good condition are evident everywhere, but a sense of wear is still noticeable. The service is good, and the breakfast is plentiful. A pleasant bonus is its proximity to the ocean.
This hotel has undoubtedly seen better days and now feels outdated. Efforts to maintain it in good condition are evident everywhere, but a sense of wear is still noticeable. The service is good, and the breakfast is plentiful. A pleasant bonus is its proximity to the ocean.
10
Kate
Nov 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bedroom was massive. Really pretty hotel
Bedroom was massive. Really pretty hotel
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating across the hotel and restaurant. There are occasional lapses, including limited property information at check-in, a preoccupied front desk, and one report of rude pool reception.
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Kim Jillian
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had our daughters christening here and we absolutely enjoyed our stay. Tara from reception was so kind and friendly, my 3 year old loved her, she kept wanting to back to the reception. The rooms were clean and spacious, there was an issue with the shower—it wasn’t providing hot water at the time of the stay. However, this problem was outweighed by our positive experience with the staff, who were so kind and welcoming. Overall experience was good because of the staff's friendliness
We had our daughters christening here and we absolutely enjoyed our stay. Tara from reception was so kind and friendly, my 3 year old loved her, she kept wanting to back to the reception. The rooms were clean and spacious, there was an issue with the shower—it wasn’t providing hot water at the time of the stay. However, this problem was outweighed by our positive experience with the staff, who were so kind and welcoming. Overall experience was good because of the staff's friendliness
10
John
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel run by good staff
Great hotel run by good staff
10
Anne
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
10
Jane
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
10
David
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
10
Eileen
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very relaxing. Staff very friendly
Very relaxing. Staff very friendly
10
Emily
Mar 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was super nice!
The staff was super nice!
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Toni
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
8
Maryrose
Dec 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Staff very friendly and efficient.Hotel room spacious and comfortable.excellent over all
Staff very friendly and efficient.Hotel room spacious and comfortable.excellent over all
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Rob
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very friendly to my family and check in was fast. We did not get an over view of the property, only that there are children times to pool amd here is your key. I would have like to know restaurant times for breakfast and happy hour and amenities of the property. I had to call down for wifi access, but the receptionist was very nice. I also did not expect the room only parital made up (2 or 3 bed) and no refreashment of coffee or water. Maybe this was the eco-friendly side? Upon check in, we noticed a shower issue and it was fixed the next day. Thanks but maklde for a noisy night. I would probally not stay here again based on the price I paid.
The staff was very friendly to my family and check in was fast. We did not get an over view of the property, only that there are children times to pool amd here is your key. I would have like to know restaurant times for breakfast and happy hour and amenities of the property. I had to call down for wifi access, but the receptionist was very nice. I also did not expect the room only parital made up (2 or 3 bed) and no refreashment of coffee or water. Maybe this was the eco-friendly side? Upon check in, we noticed a shower issue and it was fixed the next day. Thanks but maklde for a noisy night. I would probally not stay here again based on the price I paid.
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Location
Many guests highlight the beachfront setting with ocean views and easy access to beach walks, and several used it as a base for exploring East Cork.
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Alexei
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to staycation to enjoy see view
Great place to staycation to enjoy see view
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mary
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
10
STEPHANIE
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved the location, the front desk person was sort of busy and preoccupied. Being close to the ocean was a huge win with little kids. The bedrooms and water service delivery was great. We loved the pool, but the hours are weird for kids.
I loved the location, the front desk person was sort of busy and preoccupied. Being close to the ocean was a huge win with little kids. The bedrooms and water service delivery was great. We loved the pool, but the hours are weird for kids.
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John
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent position on the coast, and convenient for visiting family near-by.
Excellent position on the coast, and convenient for visiting family near-by.
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Ericka
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
10
valerie
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fab stay in a lovely hotel, with friendly helpful staff. We enjoyed a 3 night stay, bed and breakfast. The location is perfect for exploring east cork with lots of good restaurants and bars.
Fab stay in a lovely hotel, with friendly helpful staff. We enjoyed a 3 night stay, bed and breakfast. The location is perfect for exploring east cork with lots of good restaurants and bars.
10
Anne
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
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Jane
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
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Laura
Apr 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location
Beautiful location
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John
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
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Dining
Food receives frequent praise, especially breakfast and meals in the Lighthouse restaurant with sea views. There were a few complaints about confusion over whether breakfast was included.
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mary
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
Enjoyed our one night stay at Garryvoe hotel. Lovely helpful staff, great food, nice health and leisure facility - pool sauna steam room and outdoor jacuzzi, great for beach walks and great location!
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Rosemary
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
The hotel is in such a fab position ... decor inside is stunning, my room was huge and so clean. Food in the Lighthouse restaurant was yum. I was on my own but will def bring friends next time
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Paul
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Surprised we didn’t have breakfast included, especially for the one night rate I paid. Bathrooms in room were very worn. Dirt all over walls.
Surprised we didn’t have breakfast included, especially for the one night rate I paid. Bathrooms in room were very worn. Dirt all over walls.
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Jay
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great family room lots of space comfortable great restaurant
great family room lots of space comfortable great restaurant
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Ericka
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
The property was in a perfect place on the beach, quiet and luxurious on the inside. The pool and jaccuzi were a nice addition, both very warm. Great for a family as we had two kids and they had thier own bed. We had a king size. Best sleep in a hotel. Had a nespresso machine for coffee in the room, which is a nice touch. Beautiful walks on the beach in the evenings after a busy day in the city of Cork. About 40 min drive to the airport on a main highway most of the way, 30 from Cork, 20 from Midleton and about 25 to Cobh. Breakfast and dinner was amazing although I would reccomend eating around the other small towns for experience purposes. Only thing that might be missing is a small convenience store (about 15 min drive)or gift shop and a fridge. I still would reccomend this over hotels in Cork, Cobh and Fota Island.
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Anne
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely hotel overlooking the sea. Very spacious and comfortable room. Great food in restaurant with extremely friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
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Jane
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
Enjoyed my stay, food and staff service excellent in lighthouse restaurant. So near a beautiful beach. Lovely atmosphere, had chats with lots of overseas visitors. Room very good. Would recommend.
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David
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
We had a brilliant stay, definitely will return. They staff are fantastic, there was a glitch on the booking fault of booking agents but the hotel were more than happy to accommodate with breakfast. Food at dinner was excellent and so was breakfast. Room was really spacious. Walking distance to playground and beach. The pool was warm and spacious, staff there was really good and friendly especially with the children.
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Andrew
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was too hot and there was no solution. Expedia said free breakfast but did not tell the hotel. Overpriced for what it is
Room was too hot and there was no solution. Expedia said free breakfast but did not tell the hotel. Overpriced for what it is
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Toni
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
We all really enjoyed our stay at the Garryvoe hotel. The rooms were great and the service in the restaurant was fabulous. The only negative for us was the young girl in the pool reception (with the red curly hair) She was extremely rude and spoke to us in a very condescending and agressive manner, on more than one occasion. She should not be dealing with the public with an attitude like that to be honest. Thank you
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Michelle
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Very happy with our recent stay while visiting fota. Lovely big family room. Quiet, comfy even with a wedding going on. Pool excellent
Very happy with our recent stay while visiting fota. Lovely big family room. Quiet, comfy even with a wedding going on. Pool excellent
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Nicole
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The pool and health club were amazing! The proximity to the beach was great, the rooms were so comfy!
The pool and health club were amazing! The proximity to the beach was great, the rooms were so comfy!
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Pauline
Aug 8, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Just back from the garryvoe hotel.our stay was amazing. Staff are so helpful and efficient. Food and breakfast was top notch. Notching a bother to any of the staff. Will definitely be back. Pauline walsh.
Just back from the garryvoe hotel.our stay was amazing. Staff are so helpful and efficient. Food and breakfast was top notch. Notching a bother to any of the staff. Will definitely be back. Pauline walsh.
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Patricia
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good clean room staff friendly and lovely to deal with would highly recommend it to stay in
Good clean room staff friendly and lovely to deal with would highly recommend it to stay in
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Anita
May 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely night stay in Garryvoe, lovely quiet hotel and great amenities. Pool a little small but fine for a dip. Our all important bunny was left In the hotel, the staff were fantastic getting it back to us with a little note also ☺️ would return.
Had a lovely night stay in Garryvoe, lovely quiet hotel and great amenities. Pool a little small but fine for a dip. Our all important bunny was left In the hotel, the staff were fantastic getting it back to us with a little note also ☺️ would return.
FAQs about Garryvoe Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, parking is available on-site and is free for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 19.50 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers elevators, step-free entrances, and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Accessible bathrooms are also available.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ballymaloe Gardens and Ballymaloe House Cookery School. It is approximately 3 miles from Ballynamona Beach and 4.8 miles from Ballycotton Cliff Walk.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool available for guests. The pool's operational hours are not specified, but it is a year-round facility.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though the specific age limit is not provided.
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- 2026-09-22: 195.85665830960085USD
- 2026-09-23: 193.37203632307435USD
- 2026-09-24: 279.353449454422USD
- 2026-09-25: 551.0107273894959USD
- 2026-09-26: 562.983161411438USD
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- 2026-10-16: 552.2317201105348USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Parties and events are allowed on site
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 19.50 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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