Castlemartyr Resort

The Castlemartyr Resort is one of the finest golfing resorts in the south of Ireland, situated within a 20-mile drive from the city of Cork. The resort is home to an inland links-style golf course and great practice facilities, along with sublime accommodation and a country club for hotel guests and local residents alike.

The golf course at Castlemartyr is one of the finest of its type, an inland links layout. Designed by Ron Kirby, who has had his hand in many a course around the isle of Ireland, it is a very different type of golf course to what you would normally expect to find in this part of the country. There is a great range of three-shot par 5s, long par 3s and short par 4s, with a burn running throughout the course that comes into play on the majority of holes.

For those who want to continue to be active away from the golf course, Castlemartyr also has tennis courts, and offers guests both cycling and walking routes around the grounds of the estate as well. The Spa & Country Club is home to a fully equipped gym and swimming pool, while those looking to relax can also use the spa facilities to do so, with a range of treatments available.

When it comes to accommodation, Castlemartyr has some of the most elegant rooms around. Even the standard offering – the Deluxe Rooms – come with smart TVs, high speed Wi-Fi and king-sized beds. There are plenty of choices when it comes to rooms in the hotel, along with a range of holiday homes for larger groups as well.

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You don’t see many, but Castlemartyr is home to a glorious inland links, and one of the finest attempts at creating a links course away from the coast. Ron Kirby, one of the best course designers of his generation – and a man that helped shape Corballis Links, Dromoland Castle and Old Head Golf Links among many others – was the designer of the 18-hole layout at Castlemartyr.

It plays in that inland links style, and pushes past 6,700 yards from the tips. A drivable par 4 gets you on your way, and it could well lead to a circle on the card at the very first chance. From there, you will come across a burn that winds its way around and through several of the fairways on the front nine, while the Castlemartyr Woodway stands as the southern boundary of the course, coming into play down the entirety of the right side of the par 5 4th.

3 and 5 are the par 3s on the front side, with the latter pushing past 210 yards from the championship tees, and to a shallow green guarded by a quartet of bunkers. It is followed by another short par 4 though, so you can gain any shots back that you may have lost. 11 and 15 are the two longest holes on the property, both measuring around 565 yards. Both are strong dog-legs to the left, and you will need three solid shots to get home on each hole.

14 is the longest of the par 3s at 240 yards from the tips, and once again, it is a shallow landing zone on the green, so distance control is vital. The course then finishes with the longest of the par 4s. The 18th at the Castlemartyr Resort is 475 yards from the tips, and once again, it is a shallow target to aim for with the final approach shot of the day!

The Castlemartyr Resort is home to some of the nicest and most elegant accommodation in the south of Ireland. Every single one of the 110 rooms and suites comes equipped with a king-sized bed, air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi and smart TVs as standard.

The Deluxe Guest Rooms are the standard offering, with Superior Deluxe Rooms and Garden Deluxe Rooms – the latter leading out into the gardens of the estate – a touch above. The hotel also has a range of Junior Suites, including some with a balcony, along with the Grand Suites and Rooms in the Manor House as well.

The resort is also home to two stunning buildings that house residences as well. The Gate Houses host up to six, while the Orchard Residences are a selection of spacious two- and three-bedroom holiday homes. The Castlemartyr Resort is also a great spot for those who want to bring their furry friends along for the trip, with pet friendly rooms available, including the Orchard Residences.

The Spa & Country Club at the Castlemartyr Resort is the place to go for those who are looking to relax and unwind during their stay in the south of Ireland. Even those who live close by can opt in to a membership for The Spa & Country Club, allowing locals to use all the facilities available.

The wellness facility includes a 20-metre swimming pool and an outdoor cold plunge pool, along with holistic programmes and treatments on offer for both guests and local residents.

Cycling and walking routes, garden games, tennis, archery, laser clay pigeon shooting and much more are also on offer as part of the long list of activities that can also be enjoyed, as well as a game of golf, at Castlemartyr.

Where is the Castlemartyr Resort?  

The Castlemartyr Resort sits just outside the village of Castlemartyr, and in the shadows of Castlemartyr Castle in the south of Ireland. It is just a few miles from the southern coastline of the country, with the city of Cork around 20 miles to the west along the N25.

What is the nearest airport and station to the Castlemartyr Resort?  

Thanks to its location to the city, Cork Airport is the nearest major airport to the Castlemartyr Resort, situated around 25 miles west of the venue. Midleton, which is six miles to the west, is home to the closest train station to Castlemartyr, with services running to and from Cork.

What golf facilities does the Castlemartyr Resort offer?  

Along with the stunning golf course, Castlemartyr is also home to a full-length driving range, with both grass and matted tees. There is also a short game area and a putting green for golfers to work on their games before taking to the course.

Does the Castlemartyr Resort offer golf lessons?  

Head PGA Professional Alan Gleeson is on hand to provide coaching and tuition for golfers of all abilities. The resort offers lessons for beginners, along with on-course coaching and half-day clinics.

What are the green fees at the Castlemartyr Resort?  

The price of a green fee at the Castlemartyr Resort changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend. There are also stay and play offers at the resort as well.

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What accommodation is on offer at the Castlemartyr Resort?  

There is a great range of accommodation on offer at the Castlemartyr Resort, with the hotel playing host to 110 rooms and suites. There are also holiday homes as well, with the Orchard Residences and the Gate Houses offering a more private stay for larger groups.

What other venues on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Resorts list are nearby?  

Fota Island is the only venue on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list that is near to the Castlemartyr Resort. The two are separated by 13 miles, with Fota Island sitting in between Castlemartyr and the city of Cork. Mount Juliet and Adare Manor are both around 75 miles from the venue.