Best Of The West: Your Go-To Guide For Getting Married In The West Of Ireland

The West of Ireland is a world apart…

Rugged coastlines, dense wilderness, and sandy white seascapes will captivate you in Ireland’s mystical western regions. A breath of fresh air and a true retreat from the everyday bustle is what you’ll find at these breathtaking wedding venues in the West of Ireland. These five locations provide unique offerings for any couple looking to plan a one-of-a-kind celebration for the most extraordinary wedding day.

With picture-perfect backdrops and luxurious settings at every turn, you’ll have a hard time choosing between these venues that are the best of the west!

Mount Falcon Estate

A Luxury 4-star deluxe hotel – Mount Falcon is located on the west bank of the River Moy and situated perfectly for exploring rugged coastline of The Wild Atlantic Way. The Estate offers 100 acres of magical woodlands, in North County Mayo, the most beautiful part of the West of Ireland.

In true romantic fashion, The ‘Castle’ was created from the love of one young man for his bride. In 1872 this young man, Ultred Knox, commissioned that the finest architect of that time, James Franklin Fuller, to construct an estate for himself and his new bride, Miss Nina Knox-Gore of Belleek Manor, at Mount Falcon.

Offering 32 bedrooms and luxury lodges, you and your guests will know that a wedding at Mount Falcon will be a truly memorable occasion from the moment you arrive.  The heart of any wedding reception is the food. Therefore, their award-winning culinary team are on hand to ensure that this tradition is maintained throughout your special day, with produce organically grown and sourced in their very own Kitchen Garden.

Whether it’s a sunny, summer wedding with champagne and strawberries reception on the manicured lawn, a winter wedding with a mulled wine reception and roaring open turf fires, a ceremony in the original house or a lavish marquee, Mount Falcon has a proven record and reputation for all. Their Wedding and Events team will assist and guide you through planning your perfect day, so you can relax, enjoy and create memories of a lifetime.

Twin Trees Hotel

The Twin Trees Hotel & Leisure Club is set in spectacular surroundings with its own unique character and charm located on the banks of the River Brosna. A warm welcome awaits you and your guests as you stroll from the front of the hotel with its beautiful landscaped gardens and lawns into the bright and elegant conservatory reception. You will be met by the experienced Wedding team who will be on hand all day to make sure that everything flows perfectly for you – because, every detail matters.

They have a wealth of experience to make sure that your Wedding day is perfect in every detail and unique in your own way. Twin Trees has one special ingredient that can be hard to find when planning your wedding – they care! The team cares deeply that your day is as special as you dreamt it would be. They care that when you walk into your reception, it’s better than you had ever imagined. They care that all the little details are taken care of. They care that you laugh, have fun and above all enjoy your special day. At the Twin Trees Hotel, the dedicated team cares just as much as you.

Because they care, the team will work closely with you to create a day that is romantic, sophisticated and full of your personality. So all you have to do is enjoy every moment. Their goal is to guide you through all the decisions you are going to have to make in the coming months and create magical memories for you both to cherish for a lifetime. Call today on 096 21033 to make a start on this exciting journey to your perfect day.

Westport Woods Hotel & Spa

Voted Best Wedding Venue in the West of Ireland at the Irish Wedding Awards 2018, the Westport Woods Hotel & Spa is a truly idyllic woodland wedding venue on the edge of the award-winning town of Westport. Nested in thirteen acres of Woodlands and Landscaped Gardens, this family-run venue offers a beautiful natural backdrop for your wedding photography.

Floor to ceiling windows in the Mulberry Wedding Suite invite the outside in. This stunning reception room can host weddings from 100 guests up to 330 guests with the use of discreet mobile walls. Westport Woods Hotel & Spa is fully licensed for wedding ceremonies and offers you the unique possibility of an outdoor wedding reception with our popular luxury barbecue wedding package. Your guests can enjoy a relaxed evening around our outdoor fire pits fueled with freshly cut logs.

Their Wedding Team will do anything to assist you through every step of your wedding planning and offer you the opportunity to tailor your very own wedding package, or you may choose from one their carefully designed wedding packages which include everything you will want for your wedding day. Your guests will enjoy a wedding weekend in one of the 122 luxury bedrooms of this four-star hotel.

The G Hotel

The G Hotel is a true contemporary gem and the only 5-star hotel and spa in Galway. Perfect for any couple looking for an eye-catching wedding day, The G Hotel will open your eyes to the possibilities of a truly elegant and stylish affair.

Designed by Philip Treacy, milliner to royalty and stars of Hollywood, this venue will leave you in awe at every turn. The Grand Salon with its 300 twinkling mirrored balls, Swarovski crystals and 19th-century Italian fireplaces is the perfect backdrop for your drinks reception that will leave your guests inspired for the night ahead.

This exquisite hotel caters for weddings and civil ceremonies up to 180 guests in the G Suite. Its classic 1920’s art deco design with a navy, silver, and white colour scheme is adorned with a blend of antique and modern mirrors creating an idyllic atmosphere for your evening celebrations.

You can be sure that both you and your guests will enjoy a wedding day unlike any other and create memories to last a lifetime.

Renvyle House Hotel

From the moment you enter the gates of Renvyle House and meander down the avenue and into the welcoming warmth of this old country house, you’ll realize just how special this place is. Renvyle House is a magical place, a historic, four-star hotel on a 150-acre estate on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way. With award-winning food, hospitality and service, it is the ideal place for your wedding celebration. Every tiny detail will be looked after for you, which leaves you time to catch up with friends and family and enjoy your day.

The dining experience at Renvyle House has become legendary. Head chef Tim O’Sullivan and his team in the kitchen go to great lengths to ensure you and your guests receive the very best on your special day. Fresh, locally sourced produced prepared and served beautifully.

Ronnie, Lorna and Philip will all ensure that your guests are well looked after and nothing is too much trouble.

There is a great choice of locations on the hotel grounds for photographs; lovely gardens, a private freshwater lake at the front door, a beach at the back door and woodlands.

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