Eccles Hotel & Spa

A one-of-a-kind wedding venue steeped in 250 years of history, heritage style and romance

Eccles Hotel & Spa is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue steeped in 250 years of history, heritage style and romance. This seafront paradise, located in the most idyllic part of West Cork, has been romancing brides and grooms since 1745, the breathtaking views over Bantry Bay adding a very special charm.

From small and intimate to grand banquets for 250 guests, Eccles can make any dream come true for couples ready to say 'I do' both to each other and this beautiful property. The team here are dedicated to creating the ultimate experience for their couples, going out of their way to ensure their wedding day is just as they have always dreamed.

From the first enquiry to when the final guest departs, the venue's in-house wedding coordinator Mags Donovan Daly is there every step of the way to ensure everything runs smoothly, taking the stress of the couple's hands.

On the wedding day, the happy couple will be treated like VIPs and you best believe the red carpet will be rolled out for a very special welcome and a sparkling toast. Foodies will be pleased to hear the wedding dinner and drinks reception is in fine hands too, carefully prepared by Eccles' award-winning head chef Eddie Attwell, using the best of West Cork's local and seasonal produce.

This beautiful property has up to 59 rooms/suite on site which means you can book out the whole hotel for an exclusive experience and for the happy couple, the Yeats Suite has an incredible Bayview overlooking Bantry Bay - not a bad way to wake up as newlyweds! The suite, which can also accommodate the bridal party on the morning of the wedding, is newly refurbished, with sea views from the comfort of the king size bed. The suite also boasts a comfortable living area and a generous en-suite with a copper-clad free-standing bath, twin sinks and a rain shower.

For couples looking for a venue that's all about location, location, location, you can't beat the serenity and tranquility of Eccles Hotel & Spa, located along the Ring of Beara. The picture-perfect landscape is the ideal backdrop for the most sensational wedding photos to be treasured for years to come. From the impeccable food to the spectacular grounds and the first-class hospitality, this very special property ticks all the boxes for a memorable wedding day you'll fondly look back on forever.

The Team, the Spirit and the Soul within the Eccles Hotel & Spa Glengarriff are the greatest traits of this incredible property. For Mags as Wedding Co-Ordinator it’s such an absolute pleasure to meet couples from enquiry stage and wave goodbye as they leave as newlyweds with their nearest and dearest by their side knowing that the hotel and the entire team within were closely by their side and on their side from the first to the last moment. 

Eccles Hotel & Spa
Address
Postcode
phone
website
email
Reenmeen West, Glengarriff, Co. Cork
P75 A072
+353 (0) 27 63003

Venue Details

Capacity
Reception capacity
250
Guest rooms
59
Facilities
  • Licensed for ceremonies
  • On-site accommodation
  • In-house wedding coordinator
  • Parking
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Getting ready space
  • In-house catering
  • In-house bar
  • Microphone and PA System available

Testimonials

Our wedding experience at the Eccles was amazing. Marie Our wedding coordinator and all the staff on the day were brilliant. We had a great time and our guests also had a lovely time. If we could do it all over again, we would definitely not hesitate to pick the Eccles. My wife and I would like to thank all the staff and management for making it such a special day.
Roland & Abby
Thank you so much for helping us make our wedding day the most memorable day. We were in awe of how effortless you made everything seem. No matter what we threw at you, you always made everything seem like it wasn’t a problem. Our friends and family even commented on how great you and all the staff were and how beautiful the hotel was. We couldn’t ask for more. Thank you all again for giving us such a wonderful day and we can’t wait to come back and visit.
Aisling & Séamus
We honestly couldn’t say enough nice things about having our wedding at the Eccles. From the very beginning when we came to visit it felt like a home from home. The cosy fire lighting in the reception, the beautiful views from the bar, Island walk and the ballroom made it stand out in an amazing way from other venues but the thing that really set it apart was the people. From Marie who had originally showed us around and booked us in, to Mags, our very own wedding mammy, and every other member of staff we encountered, everyone was so warm, kind and seemed genuinely happy to be a part of our day which made it so special. I’ve never gotten so many hugs from staff members leaving a hotel before and I doubt I ever will! The food was incredible and the attention to detail especially when it came to dietary requirements was second to none. Our guests raved about the food and for two families of big eaters that’s not an easy thing to do! I couldn’t possibly put into words how much easier and more fun Mags made the day. She is truly a master at her craft and frankly I’m not sure how anyone gets married without her. The confidence she gave us in knowing she had the day well in hand allowed us to relax and enjoy ourselves without once worrying that things weren’t going to go as planned. Lastly, I just want to mention the hotel itself. The rooms were gorgeous with amazing sea views, impeccably clean and very comfortable. A lot of our guests stayed the night before the wedding also and it was their first time in West Cork and they can’t wait to come back. We’re counting down the days before we come back and an annual trip to the Eccles at least is now not so much a wish as a necessity! Thank you all so much for making our wedding such a relaxed, happy and special day.
Áine & Colm
We had our hearts set on getting married in Gougane Barra Church, as Paudie’s parents had gotten married there nearly 40 years ago. When we told people our plans for the church, everyone was so quick to recommend the Eccles Hotel as our venue. We attended a showcase and it was like walking into our dream wedding day – the decor, the attention to detail, the staff and that view! When the wedding day arrived, the staff were all so accommodating. Our family stayed the night before the wedding and we had organised finger food and an area for us all to gather and start the celebrations. The food was amazing and there was so much variety to cater for vegetarians and coeliacs. The wedding morning was seamless, which was made happen by the staff. Mags was up first thing in the morning and at our beck and call for whatever we needed. The bridal suite was perfect for getting ready. It was an early start, but there was plenty of space for us to sit back and relax and enjoy the whole wedding process. We also got an amazing fresh breakfast which kept us all going until the reception. When we arrived back at The Eccles, we were on cloud nine and this feeling was matched by staff when we arrived. The reception was unbelievable and went better than we could have ever hoped for. The decor and little touches just made the room unforgettable. The food was incredible and something all guests were just blown away by. One of the biggest compliments we could give was that it was all the small things that the hotel and staff did for us that made our wedding so special. Nothing we asked for was an issue and was always greeted with a smile. The whole experience was perfect from start to finish, great value for money and we could not recommend it any higher to future couples getting married.
Aoife & Paudie
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