Reviews of Eccles Hotel and Spa

The bay view room was a good size, light and clean however the noise of the generator made sleep difficult. Breakfast was disappointing on all three mornings. The full Irish was not good quality. On the second morning, by 9.30 several items had run out and not replenished, despite our requests, which left little choice. The fruit waffle had no fruit on it. We did have a good meal in the bar area on one evening. For the price of a three night stay in August it was very disappointing.

Myself and my (now) wife like to treat ourselves to nice weekend breaks down at Eccles, we just love the hotel's unique charm of old historic exterior, modern bedroom decor, amazing food and a delightful spa to relax away the stresses of life while looking out toward Garinish Island and Bantry Bay. We chose to have our wedding reception at Eccles hotel as we already knew the service provided by the hotel staff was to a very high level. Mags who is the hotel's wedding coordinator met with us early on, guided us through the wedding planning and really went above and beyond to make our Wedding Reception at Eccles Hotel so special (thanks again Mags!). We were thrilled with the quality of the reception, the exceptional food and outstanding service from start to finish. Many of our wedding guests have mentioned to us that they are already planning a return stay at the hotel as they were so impressed. We would highly recommend couples planning a wedding reception to consider Eccles Hotel.

We got married in the Eccles in September 2025. What an experience!! From day 1 of going to see the hotel& initial contact to the day of the wedding& even after, we couldn't find a single fault. Mags, the wedding coordinator, and manager Dylan were the most professional, friendly & helpful people. We couldn't have asked for anymore. Mags made the whole experience so stress free. The food was nothing short of amazing- and is every time we visit for a stay or just lunch. The bridal suite is beautiful. We cant wait to come back again for another stay. The Eccles is second to none. A truly family orientated, friendly place. Staff like Mags are one of a kind. Our wedding wouldnt have been the same without her!

We had our wedding @ the Eccles on May 10th 2025 and everything was perfect from start to finish! Mags and all the staff went over and above from the minute we first met them and we couldn’t have wished for more. Our guests are still talking about how much they loved everything from the rooms to the food and the amazing cocktails at our drinks reception ! The tasting afternoon was a close second to the wedding day itself!! 🤤 Mags added so many personal touches to the day for us and the chef even incorporated some of my dads local west cork honey in our desert 🍯🐝 We can’t wait to come back for a visit soon 😍

I had my wedding here and had an excellent experience. Mags and the team looked after us extremely well. Especially the bar staff were lovely. Thanks again to the whole team for all the hard work.

We had our wedding reception at the Eccles in September 2025. If you are looking for a wedding venue I couldn't recommend it highly enough. We planned the wedding from Australia which we thought would make it difficult. Mags and the team went above and beyond and made everything so easy. They were so accommodating and Mags had suggestions for things we could do that we would never have thought of. The food was amazing and all dietary requirements were catered for which our guests really appreciated. The location is stunning and the hotel has so much character it makes it stand out from other hotels in West Cork. We had the best day and we are so happy we chose the Eccles ❤️

Stayed or for a wedding. Very friendly staff, well equipped modern bathrooms for a historic hotel Interesting layout (being a historic building) with terraced floors following the contour of the hillside. Absolutely incredible views

If your thinking of booking for your wedding 100% do it. We had our wedding here back in October and it was perfect I wouldn't changed a thing. Mags and her team were outstanding. From the moment we booked the venue Mags was on hand to help with anything and everything, day or night, even the night before the wedding Mags was on hand with any problem I had (we had Storm Amy incoming) so was little stressed whether guests and suppliers would actually be able to make it (they all did). The morning of the wedding I got ready downstairs in the hotel and despite the storm it was a very calm and chill morning. We had both ceremony and reception all the in hotel and everything went smoothly and was perfect. Location and scenery are an added bonus. Guests are still complimenting Mags and the hotel 3 months later. We cant wait to go back for our 1st anniversary ❤️

We had a wedding celebration in August 2025 at Eccles, in the Bay View Terrace and the whole team was very caring and extra professionnal. Also, we were a very small wedding of 12 people but Mags and her team never made us feel "small", on the contrary. From the first contact via email until after the event, we had a very professional, thoughtful and kind experience. The food was perfect and very well presented. Thanks to the whole team at Eccles !

We had our wedding at the Eccles and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. Although our wedding was small, the hotel made us feel just as special as if we had filled the ballroom. Mags was absolutely wonderful from start to finish — so supportive throughout the entire planning process and exceptional on the day itself. Every member of staff went above and beyond to make everything run smoothly, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. The food was superb, with great care taken to cater for everyone’s needs, which our guests really appreciated. The location is simply fabulous and added so much to the overall experience. We truly couldn’t say enough good things about the Eccles and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone considering it for their wedding or a special occasion.

We got married in June 2025 and had our reception at the Eccles hotel. From the first day we viewed it, we knew it was for us. The hotel itself is charming, and not to mention the views but the real selling point of the Eccles is its people. Mags the wedding co ordinator , Marcus and all the team at the Eccles make you feel like it’s one big family and it really is . The attention to detail, and the exclusivity with which they give you for your wedding day is nothing short of magic, and is hard to find in today’s world. From our planning meeting to the wedding testing our whole day was made feel completely at ease. Nothing was a problem and Mags even had suggestions for us we never thought of. We were treated like absolute royalty They are truly the creators of magic What is extra special is the hotel is exclusively yours on the day of the wedding so the team is fully focused on preparation and delivery for the wedding and it shows ! For many of our family and friends this was all our first time at a wedding in the Eccles - everyone was so impressed. It must be West Corks best kept secret - not to mention the views from the ballroom !! The personal touch the Eccles has , is what sets it apart. It really feels like a family run hotel - and is hard to believe it’s not. The Eccles became our home for that weekend. It was the team that made it feel like such. The food, the generosity of the canapés, the drinks , the little touches of decor throughout the hotel were all noticed by us and our guests This is a gem, we are so thrilled we went with our gut from that first viewing and booked it While I would love to keep it all to myself , they deserve all the success and should be recognised for all the hard work they put in to creating magic Eccles - the creator of magic To Mags ( and all the team whom we all knew on first name basis by the end ) , thank you for all you do We have memories for a lifetime and looking forward to visiting for our anniversary and many more of life’s milestones to come They deserve 5 stars and more x

Rather disappointing trip for a 4 star hotel. We ate in the bar the first night and the food was nothing special, rhe fish cakes over cooked and burnt and the fish and chips had more batter than fish in it. The breakfast was very disappointing with limited options and the hot food made to order only warm and not fresh. The spa was nice but elements were very run down. Aoife was amazing however. When checking out we weren’t even asked how we found the stay etc. Rather disappointing stay for a 4 star hotel.

We spent a really fantastic 2 nights at this hotel. Everything was great, lovely room overlooking the bay. We had the ‘cosy double’ and although it was small it was everything we needed. Comfy bed, lovely hot shower and a stunning view. Dinner was superb- food up there with the best we’ve had, service was excellent, all staff knowledgeable and attentive. The spa was great too- outdoor hot tubs and a sauna overlooking the bay. Excellent massage. Great breakfast. Really couldn’t fault anything. Thoroughly recommend for a few nights. The coastal walk starts from just across the road opposite the hotel. We saw loads of seals. Kenmare and Bantry are both within a 30 minute drive. We’ll be back!

Sean and I got married in August of this year at The Eccles. Choosing The Eccles as our venue was a no-brainer. From day one, we were welcomed by the General Manager David, Mags and the whole Eccles team with such warmth and genuine kindness that we just knew we had to have our wedding here. The whole experience was flawless. The team operates like a well-oiled machine—accommodating, attentive, and professional. As the bride and groom, we were able to completely relax and leave everything in their capable hands. The setting is breathtaking, and the food was absolutely epic. The Spa is also such a treat for a much-needed wind-down after the wedding. We honestly had the best weekend. A special thank you to Mags—she is so much more than a wedding coordinator. The time and effort she puts into getting to know her couples and truly bringing their vision to life is incredible. From printing table plans to storing flowers, to offering invaluable advice during the planning process—she’s a true superwoman. We are still on cloud nine from the whole experience. Thank you again, Eccles! We’re already looking forward to our next visit as a married couple. We cannot recommend The Eccles and Glengarriff enough as a wedding location—it’s absolutely awesome!