Perched on the coast, Garryvoe Hotel offers an upscale escape with a bar, restaurant and health club. Unwind in the sauna or spa tub, take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool or connect with free WiFi. Previous guests rave about this hotel's first-rate property condition.
Ballycotton Bay, Near Castlemartyr, Garryvoe, Cork
What's nearby
Ballymaloe Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Ballymaloe House Cookery School - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
English Market - 45 min drive - 54.0 km
University College Cork - 46 min drive - 55.0 km
Pairc Ui Chaoimh - 46 min drive - 50.2 km
Getting around
Cork Airport (ORK) - 44 min drive
Midleton Station - 24 min drive
Glounthaune Station - 26 min drive
Fota Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Ballymaloe House - 6 min drive
The Hunted Hog - 7 min drive
The Salty Dog - 7 min drive
O’Reilly’s Fish & Chips - 7 min drive
Lighthouse Bar & Grill - 1 min walk
About this property
Garryvoe Hotel
Garryvoe Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Garryvoe. The indoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a health club and a hot tub. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A sauna and a steam room are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
82 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
What to do
On the beach
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Health club
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 19.50 per person
Policies
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.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Also known as
Garryvoe Hotel
Hotel Garryvoe
Garryvoe Hotel Hotel
Garryvoe Hotel Garryvoe
Garryvoe Hotel Hotel Garryvoe
Frequently asked questions
Does Garryvoe Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Garryvoe Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Garryvoe Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Garryvoe Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Garryvoe Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Garryvoe Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Garryvoe Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Garryvoe Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Garryvoe Hotel also has a sauna and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Garryvoe Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Garryvoe Hotel like?
Garryvoe Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Ballymaloe House Cookery School and 17 minutes' walk from Ballymaloe Gardens.
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Reviews
Garryvoe Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property's beach location was perfect, quiet, and ideal for beautiful evening walks. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great place to staycation to enjoy see view
Alexei
Alexei, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2024
Excellent position on the coast, and convenient for visiting family near-by.
John
John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Beautiful countryside hotel
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and great restaurant with ocean view
Kelli
Kelli, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2024
Beautiful location
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Beautiful countryside hotel
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and great restaurant with ocean view
Clean and modern
Kelli
Kelli, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2024
The staff was super nice!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2024
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!
mary
mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
East Cork Break
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.
valerie
valerie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Excellent place to stay. Stunning view. Super friendly and helpful people.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
Bedroom was massive. Really pretty hotel
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2024
Very relaxing. Staff very friendly
Eileen
Eileen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
Beautiful location by the sea. Easy parking. Clean room.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2024
Fantastic service
It was a lovely break for our family over mid term
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Fantastic stay
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.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
Perfection
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
Rosemary
Rosemary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2024
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.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Lovely stay
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
Kim Jillian
Kim Jillian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
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.
Ericka
Ericka, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
Hyped up hotel but not worth what we 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.
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2026
Left feeling absolutely relaxed..nearly fell asleep driving home 😅 top stay as always 👌
david
david, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2026
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.
Anita
Anita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Great hotel run by good staff
John
John, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 5, 2025
Good hotel for family break.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2022
Very comfortable and enjoyable stay
Marie
Marie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
Fabulous stay
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.