Personal, luxurious, and deeply memorable weddings
If you're tying the knot and looking for something a bit special — there’s a five-star venue just over an hour from Cork that might just be the place to say ‘I do’.
Perched high above Killarney with stunning views over the lakes and mountains, Aghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa is one of those places that stops you in your tracks. Couples drive there just to take their wedding photos at the viewing point across from the hotel. Now imagine having your whole wedding there! Whether you're planning a summer celebration with golden sunsets over the lake, or a cosy winter gathering framed by misty mountains, every photo taken here tells a story. And it’s only about 60 minutes from Cork city – but once you’re there, it feels like a world away. And they are hosting a wedding consultation day on Saturday 1 November from 12-3pm to check it out for yourself.
A hotel spokesperson said: “At Aghadoe, weddings are personal, luxurious, and deeply memorable. It’s all about that intimate, five-star wedding experience – where the food is incredible, the service is top-class, and the atmosphere is calm, relaxed and elegant. With a focus on bespoke service, this is not a wedding factory — it’s a place where every detail reflects your style and story. Whether you’re planning a low-key elopement with your nearest and dearest or a bigger celebration with family and friends, we’ve got an option to suit.”
If you are looking for something intimate and exclusive, the Penthouse Suite at Aghadoe offers intimacy and luxury. A wraparound terrace with a hot tub overlooks the entire valley and floor-to-ceiling glass blurs the line between inside and out, while rich textures, soft tones, and clever design create an atmosphere of calm, contemporary romance.
It’s a great stage for a small, luxurious wedding — a ceremony for 14 of your nearest and dearest, followed by a bespoke fine-dining experience as the sun sinks into the mountains beyond. Stay the night before and toast your arrival with afternoon tea for your guests. Or let the celebration stretch on — a relaxed day two BBQ on your private terrace, the Kerry air fresh with mountain breeze and champagne fizz.
The spokesperson added: “For slightly larger celebrations, the sleek, glass-walled Garden Room offers a contemporary space for up to 80 guests. With private access, a spacious balcony, and a full bar, it strikes the perfect balance between elegance and intimacy. The festivities begin with a chic drinks reception in the View Bar & Terrace, where guests can take in sweeping panoramas of the lakes and mountains.
“For those dreaming even bigger, the entire hotel can be transformed into your own private estate. Ideal for weddings of up to 160 guests, this exclusive-use option gives couples full access to every corner of Aghadoe Heights — including its luxurious Penthouse Suite, the ultimate bridal retreat.”
The wedding banquet unfolds in the award-winning Lake Room Restaurant, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the world-famous Killarney Lakes. As evening falls, guests can slip into the elegant Heights Piano Lounge, a sophisticated space made for music, cocktails, and dancing late into the night.
For Cork couples who want all the magic of a destination wedding without the long journey, Aghadoe Heights ticks all the boxes.
It’s a luxurious, romantic, and totally stress-free venue that gives you the wow-factor views, the five-star service, and the kind of wedding day you and your guests won’t forget anytime soon.