Castlemartyr's accommodation spans 103 rooms and suites, all housed within the restored manor and estate buildings. You'll find everything from Deluxe Rooms and Manor House State Rooms through to Junior Suites and Grand Suites, each one generously sized and fitted with the sort of furniture and finishes you'd expect from a five-star Irish country house. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms with quality fixtures, flat-screen TVs and views over the estate grounds or gardens. The suites step things up with separate living areas, deeper baths and more space to spread out after a day on the course.
Rooms are generously sized, which makes a difference when you've got golf bags, wet-weather gear and two people trying to get ready for dinner. If you're travelling as a couple, a Manor House room adds a bit more "special occasion" feel, with period features and views over the castle ruins. For groups, the estate rooms keep things simple and close to the day-to-day resort facilities, including the spa, clubhouse and main restaurant. Beds are comfortable, showers are powerful and there's enough wardrobe and floor space to keep your kit organised without tripping over each other.
The resort offers early breakfast options if you've got a morning tee time, which is a nice touch when you're trying to get out ahead of the weather or fit in 36 holes. Check-in is straightforward, staff know the course well enough to give you a proper briefing and the overall vibe is relaxed rather than stuffy. If you're booking for a society or larger group, the mix of room types means you can keep everyone together without forcing singles into twin shares or vice versa. It's also worth noting that the manor and estate buildings are all within easy walking distance of the main facilities, so you're not stuck waiting for a shuttle or hiking across the grounds with your clubs.
The resort's four dining options give you plenty of choice without forcing you into formal dress every night. The Bell Tower Restaurant is the flagship, serving modern Irish cuisine with a seasonal menu that leans on local suppliers and estate-grown produce. Franchini's offers Italian casual dining in a more relaxed setting, perfect for pizza, pasta and a glass of wine without the ceremony. Knights Bar sits somewhere in between, with an elegant but comfortable atmosphere and a menu that works for lunch or an early dinner. Finally, the Clubhouse keeps things informal with lighter bites, sandwiches and snacks, ideal if you're grabbing something quick between rounds or after a morning on the range.
For non-golfers or anyone who fancies a break from the course, the Wellness, Spa and Fitness Centre is a serious draw. The spa includes seven individual treatment rooms and two couples suites, handling everything from sports massage to full-day spa packages, while the manicure and pedicure stations overlook the gardens. Separate male and female relaxation lounges, vitality lounges, a heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna and jet pool mean you can easily lose an afternoon here. Even if you're playing 36 holes, the spa makes a strong case for an evening visit after a long day walking Castlemartyr's parkland.
The estate itself offers plenty beyond golf and spa. Horse riding, archery, clay pigeon shooting, carriage rides, dog walking and bicycle hire are all available on-site, giving groups with mixed interests something to do while you're out on the course. It's a genuine country estate experience and the variety of activities means you can tailor each day to suit the group rather than forcing everyone into the same schedule.
