

Enjoy an overnight stay in the Cork countryside complete with complimentary breakfast and a five-course dinner.
Food lovers, this competition will be music to your ears.
Marrying the charm and character of a countryside retreat with sustainable, seasonal, farm-to-fork dining, Ballymaloe House Hotel is a family-owned destination set within 300 acres in East Cork, offering the very best of Irish hospitality.
Originally a 15th-century Norman castle, the house is rich in history, meticulously preserved and enhanced through sustainable renovations. Over the years, this historic family home has transformed into an elegant country house hotel, seamlessly blending its original charm with modern comforts.
Comprising 32 beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with a bespoke design and distinct character, you’ll find floral-themed wallpaper and room furnishings, and all the little thoughtful details that work towards creating the perfect home away from home.
Internationally recognised as the birthplace of modern Irish cuisine, Cork’s Ballymaloe House Hotel is an award winner for its sustainable practices, offering a blend of historic charm and luxury experience. It really is a genuine escape from busy urban life.
For those who appreciate good food made right, Ballymaloe House Hotel is a renowned dining destination. Their menus use farm-to-fork principles, showcasing what’s grown in their own walled garden, the farm or sourced from local suppliers. They serve simple Irish cuisine, using fresh seasonal ingredients.
Their changeable menus ensure an unforgettable culinary experience, and their delightful dessert trolley is famous for a reason. The dining experience unfolds across seven dining rooms, and the five-course culinary journey you’ll be taken on during your stay at Ballymaloe will be a delectable one.