"I have stayed in hotels in Ireland & abroad but never before came across such an impressive hotel with unbelievable staff." - Susan O` Brien
Castle Hotel News
19th August 2010
We're really looking forward to welcoming back old friends today......A bride & groom, celebrating their 2nd Wedding Anniversary! Congrats from us all at The Castle Hotel.
10th August 2010
Although it's still August we're getting really excited about Christmas! Our Christmas Parties this year will have a Mamma Mia Theme! Click here for more information!
28th July 2010
The Lughnasa Festival in Macroom returns for it's second consecutive year, running from August 16th to 22nd. This years highlights willl include Mick Flannery and Damien Dempsey on Friday 20th. The weeks line up will include Ceol O Mhuscrai, Two Time Polka, Artisan Markets, Children's Pavement Art, Cookery Demonstrations and much more!
14th July 2010
We have just launched our Summer Music Festival! Live Trad every Tuesday in the Summer in Dan Buckley's Bar from 10pm!
30th June 2010
We now have our own channel on youtube, why not visit us today!
24th June 2010
Here's Ten Things You Did'nt Know About The Castle Hotel!
16th June 2010 Dan Buckley's Bar launch their new menus! 2 courses with tea and coffee €21.50 and 3 courses with tea and coffee €24.50! 9th June 2010
Elaine Celebrates Her Quarter Century at The Castle!
In 1985 Elaine Collins began life as a chef at The Castle Hotel. Last weekend to celebrate Elaine’s twenty five years, management and staff gathered at Curraheen Greyhound Stadium, where hotel owner Don Buckley had a race named in Elaine’s honour. A very enjoyable night followed with presentations and many memories exchanged, sharing a quarter of a century of stories.
2nd June 2010
We're Set For Summer and here's 5 Reasons To Visit Macroom This June!
1. It's Father's Day this month, treat him to a tasty steak followed by his favourite dessert, washed down with a beer or two in 'Dan Buckley's Bar' at The Castle Hotel.
2. See 'Queens of Country' at The Briery Gap. Five of Country Music’s favourite female stars all together on one stage in a fantastic live show: Sandy Kelly, Philomena Begley, Trudi Lalor, Louise Morrissey, Cathy Durkin covering all the hits in the company of Ireland’s top musicians.
3. Southern Comfort! Macroom is arguably the best base in The South for touring the glories of Cork & Kerry, stay at The Luxurious 4 Star Castle Hotel from only €55 per person.
4. Learn To Swim, Be safe this summer in the sea! Castle Hotel Leisure Centre now taking bookings for their Summer Swimming Lessons for all ages.
5. Tea For Two? No visit to Macroom is complete without a vist to 'The Next Door Cafe', coffee, cream cakes, home bakes........
26th May 2010
For those of you who keenly followed our Surprise Wedding, you might like to watch the romantic couple's report which made headlines on Chicago NBC News!
19th May 2010
The Castle Hotel offer their congratulations to Macroom Football Club who recently celebrated their greatest day in their club's history! An open top bus tour passed the doors of The Castle Hotel with both Macroom's A & B teams on board, following the presentation of their league trophies.
13th May 2010
Surprise Wedding In Macroom was no run of the mill affair!
All The Way From Chicago to Macroom to Get Married! An American tourist on holiday in Ireland was engaged and married within just one hour. Ryan Dunleavy arrived in Macroom from Chicago with her boyfriend, Kevin Ebbesen, who had been planning the surprise engagement and wedding for months.
A marriage proposal immediately followed by a surprise wedding ceremony would be most bride’s nightmare but no so for this American lady! Her boyfriend carefully plotted and planned the surprise with the help of Wedding Manager, John Paul Carroll, at The Castle Hotel Macroom.
Kevin began by buying his girlfriend a square foot of land in Kilnamartyra and they were coming to Macroom to see the plot, but she had her suspicions that a proposal was on the cards. What Ryan did’nt expect was a whirlwind wedding, complete with a gathering of twenty family and friends, flown in for the special occasion.
After accepting Kevin’s proposal, the couple were brought to Bealick Mill, beautifully decorated with red carpet, white ribbons and floral arches. Ryan’s sister had selected a wedding dress, jewellery and flowers for the bride and after a quick change the outdoor ceremony took place.
The party and celebrations continued long into the night at The Castle Hotel. Kevin, paid tribute to John Paul Carroll for his immense help in organising the wonderful surprise and assisting him every step of the way.
4th May 2010
Green Shoots was the theme of a recent launch by Macroom E Park at The Castle Hotel Macroom, publicising a support programme for budding entrepreneurs. Maeve Bowen and her staff at Bowl Road offer ten emerging businesses development training, business mentoring, coaching, network and contact opportunities, work space and services during an incubation period. Bíonn gach tosnú lag (great oaks from little acorns grow) and it is hoped that Green Shoots will produce strong plants that will offer future employment in the Lee Valley. Mr. Batt O’Keeffe, in his new role as Minister of Trade, Employment and Innovation, was present at the Castle Hotel for the Green Shoots launch, as was business man and TV personality, Mr. Bobby Kerr of Dragons’ Den fame. Is ar scáth a céile a mhaireann na daoine – we all need others and hopefully, we will help each other out of the present crisis.
28th April 2010
Fly Fishing In The Lee Valley! Traditional style lake fishing on a number of lakes within an hours drive from The Castle Hotel. Learn the skills of fly angling in the beautiful scenic and peaceful surrounds of the Lee Valley. The Sullane, Foherish and Lee Rivers provide the perfect fly angling conditions. Get to know all the good spots and best techniques with an Irish Champion at your side, Denis Cronin. (086 1713909).
20th April 2010
At a recent function in 'Dan Buckley's Bar, Leisure Centre manager, John Rehill presented Angela Tobin with her award of Member of The Year! For more photos of both staff and members enjoying the night, visit us on facebook or our blog!
14th April 2010
'Trish - Top of The List' - Following a recent audit of over 60 hotels nationwide, Our Very Own Trish Sullivan, was voted Best Rceptionist! To be precise, Trish's Welcome Routine was described as 'the best welcome ever received' by the guest throughout Ireland. Well done Trish!
30th March 2010
Making American News! The New York Daily News recently reported:
Anglers, hikers and history buffs find much to celebrate in Ireland's County Cork!
Historic and modern Ireland mingle in the town of Macroom in County Cork.
"The town that never reared a fool" — so goes the saying in Macroom, a charming hamlet in a valley on the Sullane River in the western part of Ireland's County Cork. When we visited, on a Saturday afternoon, the bar of the Castle Hotel on the main street had a mix of locals, visitors and workers, catching up on the latest sports results or breaking the journey between Cork and Kerry.
Muskerry beef sandwiches and Thai vegetable curry were available for under 10 bucks each, and accommodations at the four-star hotel combined Old World charm with modern leisure and gym facilities. One of Macroom's attractions is that it remains loyal to its commercial past, in form and function, with markets occurring every Tuesday and a livestock sale held on Saturdays.
It's also an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area, through activities such as angling and walking. The Lee Valley offers scenic glaciated terrain encompassing mountains, lakes and rivers, stretching from the Derrynasaggart Mountains on the Cork/Kerry border all the way to Cork Harbour.
Read more: http://bit.ly/bf1eup
17th March 2010
Céad Míle Fáilte go Máigh Chromtha Lá ‘le Pádraig.
‘Circus’ was the 2010 Macroom Parade theme with people encouraged to dress up as clowns and add to the fun and colour of the parade. Macroom's St. Patrick’s Day Parade welcomed many guests and many brightly dressed clowns! Our guests included those from Philadelphia, Marcallo con Casone and Bubry. To mark the 30th anniversary of the town’s twinning with Bubry, M. Yves Nicolas, Mayor of the Breton town was Grand Marshal of the Parade for 2010. More photos may be viewed on our facebook page http://bit.ly/d6cvY2
23th February 2010
Busy Busy - We had a very successful Wedding Fayre on Sunday, Couples could see the Wedding Room set up and meet with suppliers
18th February 2010
Comments written on Menupages .ie
B's Restaurant surprised us. We were staying in The Castle Hotel on a weekend package, and part of this package was a set menu dinner on the Saturday evening. What a surprise, the food was awesome and accompanied by a free bottle of wine. It surpassed our expectations on every aspect. The food was very high quality and delicious, the wine was more tha n adequate, and the service out of this world. Well done!
04th February 2010
21st January 2010
Happy New You !! Our Leisure Centre staff want to get 2010 off to a great Start. They are working with new members & exisiting members to encourage them Excerise & Relax, these in turn will result in less stress,Weight Loss, more energy and an overall more postitve outlook and attitude.
12th December 2009
Clowning Around
We took to the streets with our buckets again on the 8th December, following the success of last year when we had raised over €1200 for Macroom Senior Citizens. All Staff ( even Don Buckley the Proprietor) dressed as Clowns and stood outside the Hotel shaking thier buckets, even Mrs Claus spared time to greet all the children. A fun day was had by all, and the generous people of Macroom helped us raise €1600 for the Macroom Senior Citizens this year.
21 November 2009
CMV World Cup Tourament
The Castle Hotel hosted what will become an annual event between the Irish Country & Manor House Hotels. The CMV World Cup Tourament was played over Mon & Tues 16 & 17th November, 6 Teams took part. The Castle Hotel did well to reach the final, however the Fitzgerald Woodlands , Adare won the title ! After the match we hosted a Gala Dinner which was followed by music into the Very small hours.
10th November 2009
We Love Weddings" Sweepstake
Every year The Buckley Family & The Castle Hotel Macroom sponsor a major event at Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium. This year the event has been titled "The Castle Hotel - We Love Weddings" Sweepstake.
20th October 2009
Christmas Party Nights : Friday 11th Dec 09 - Sold Out. Sat 12th Dec 09 - Now taking bookings for a great night of Food, Drink & Music, Kick off the Christmas season with us at the castle, We also have good Accomondation stay over rates. Speak to us today !!
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19th September 2009 -
During his recent visit to The Castle Hotel Macroom , Taoiseach Brian Cowen was presented with an original oil painting by Rashika Kahapola whose husband Merril is Conferencing & Banqueting Manager here at the Hotel.
14th September - Wedding Fayre
We are having our Autumn Wedding Fayre on the Sunday 27th Septemebr 2009 , from 3pm - 6pm, Come and join us ! we are being joined by some of our suppliers. e.g. Wedding Cars, Hairdresser,Photographer Etc. Come and Speak to John Paul & his Team over a glass of wine about your Wedding plans.
August 27th - September Special
Call John & his team @ our leisure centre for their September 09 Special 026-43088
Sgl Adult Membership = €499 (€9.60 a week), Sgl Youth Membership €299(€5.75 a week) - Great Value also on Family Memebrship & Weekend Membership - Call Us.
€100 Worth of free Passes when you join in September
August 13th - We Love Weddings !!!
There is great excitement this week as we our hosting our first 'Civil Ceremony' in the Hotel, 60 Guests will witness Niamh & Peter exchanging their Vows. Last Saturday we also had a wedding reception here at the hotel - Cora & Paul, They were blessed with a fine day and their Family & Friends had a lovely day with them here in Macroom.
August 6th - We're Ready For Kick Off!
The World Cup Won't Be In Macrom For A While...........However, we're getting fit for The Castle Hotel 5 Aside Soccer Tournament in November, exclusively for Manor House & Country Hotels! View Our Blog for more details.....
July 23rd - We Love Wine!
Tuesday July 21st saw an excellent evening in Dan Buckley's Bar! A gathering of Macroom's local companies, enjoying some wine & tapas, followed by our summer trad music.
July 14th - Just Christy Moore & You
CHRISTY MOORE - SOLO JOURNEY TO MACROOM. The Briery Gap Theatre, Macroom (directly across the road from the hotel) is celebrating its 10th Anniversary & is delighted to announce one of the most sought after Irish performers of all time! Christy Moore will play a unique and intimate solo concert on Monday, August 10th. This performance promises to be a magical evening of song and stories with no support act, no interval, just Christy and you, his audience. Your package includes dinner, Concert Ticket, 1 nights luxurious accommodatioin, followed by traditional country breakfast the next day and complimentary use of our Leisure Club. Price: Package from €119 pps.
July 8th - Launch of Our Summer Trad Music Program
Next Tuesday 14th of July sees the start of our Summer Trad Music Sessions in Dan Buckley's Bar. These will continue every Tuesday in July and August, staring at 10 pm.
July 2nd - 'Councillors' Thank You Lunch'
On Saturday last staff at The Castle Hotel welcomed Macroom's local councillors to a Thank You Lunch. Elections are tough work, expensive and require a lot of commitment, energy and passion and we were delighted to recognise this dedication and passion to our town.
June 29th - Fabulous Food!
This week Castle Hotel Chef's celebrated their 2009 AA Rosette For Culinary Excellence. This is in fact our 17th consecutive year to receive this prestigous award.
