Castle Hotel Macroom

31/05/2026

Bank holiday plans? We have you covered… come sample our new cocktail menu just in time for summer. The perfect mix of customer favourites, traditional classics and summer spritz’s!

25/05/2026

A hidden gem here in the heart of West Cork and The Lee Valley, The Gearagh is one of Ireland’s most unique and magical landscapes.

This ancient flooded forest, shaped by the River Lee, is a peaceful haven of winding waterways, rare wildlife, and breath taking natural beauty. Whether you’re walking the trails, discovering the birdwatchers paradise, offering the chance to spot rare and protected wild birds in their natural habitat, or simply taking in the silence, The Gearagh gifts a glimpse into a wild and untouched side of Ireland that feels truly special.

A perfect escape for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking to slow down and reconnect with the outdoors.

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05/05/2026

Full-time housekeeping/laundry position available. See details below. Previous experience preferred.
Email CV to [email protected] or call to reception.

28/04/2026

As we celebrate 75 years of hospitality in the Buckley family this year, we’re taking time to look back with nostalgia and fondness on the many special moments, memories, and people who have shaped the past seven and a half decades.
We would love to collect and cherish as many photographs as possible to help tell this story. If you’d like to share any, please upload them here or email them to [email protected]
Thank you for being part of our journey.

27/04/2026

Discover Macroom This Summer ☀️

With more sunshine on the way, there’s no better time to explore everything Macroom has to offer! From peaceful nature reserves and scenic cliff walks to historic houses and thrilling outdoor adventures, your perfect summer weekend escape, full of unique experiences, starts here.

✨ Ready to plan your getaway? Book direct on our website for the best available rates: www.castlehotel.ie



Featuring some of our favourite local experiences

Blarney Castle and Gardens

22/04/2026

Full time position in our Next Door Cafe available. To apply email [email protected] or call in to the cafe/hotel.

08/04/2026

Thanks to Dan Cronin, West Cork , who caught Sean in full spring-cleaning mode, refreshing every corner with care and attention to detail. We’re always looking for ways to improve, ensuring each stay feels brighter, fresher, and more welcoming than the last. It’s all part of our commitment to making your day just that little bit better from the moment you arrive.

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05/04/2026

Easter Sunday ready here at the Castle Hotel. Carvery open from 12:30pm-4pm with all your favourites.

04/04/2026

41 years and counting… Thank you Elaine for your many years of service and many more to come!

📍 Castle Hotel & Leisure Centre 🏨

​A few days ago, I messaged Rory Buckley 📱 to ask who his longest-serving employee was, hoping to include them in the Faces of Macroom series 📸. He immediately suggested Elaine Collins, who has been working here for an incredible 41 years since starting as a teenager 🤯. He mentioned the piece done on her 40-year anniversary last year 🗞️, and gave me a friendly heads-up that she can be a little camera shy 🙈, but said I could absolutely drop in and see if she'd be up for it 🚶‍♂️.
​I decided to call by and asked one of the waitresses if Elaine was free for a moment ⌚. She went down to the kitchen to check 🧑‍🍳, and after a short wait, came back to say Elaine would be out shortly ⏳. Since she stepped away from a busy shift 🍽️, we kept things brief and didn't dive deep into her four decades of work 🗣️. Instead, I focused on taking her portrait right there in the authentic, dim lighting of the hotel 💡. It felt like the right way to document the quiet dedication and immense presence she brings to the environment every single day ✨.

​Thank you, Elaine, for stepping out to meet me 👩‍🍳, and thank you, Rory, for the great suggestion 🤝.