We dined in Ballymaloe on October 30th as a special treat for my husband's birthday and to mark the end of our Autum break in east Cork. We were so disappointed with the quality and overall dining experience. I have read so much about Ballymaloe and it has been on my "must visit" places for a long time, but it... more

You are most definitely doing everything right. I find it hard to think of a single negative comment. Have just returned from an all too brief 2 day visit to see my daughter who is having a wonderful time on the cookery course. The staff are so welcoming and friendly, the food exceptional and the rooms beautifully decorated. Rarely do... more

My husband and I stayed recently in Ballymaloe House and had such a relaxing time. It was so nice to get out of the city and be in the middle of wheat fields and a bird sanctury. I particuly enjoyed walking round the farm, through the woodlands, out to see the pigs and hens whose eggs we ate for breakfast... more

Hi, We arrived here in glorious sun shine on Saturday to be met by the always hospitable and wonderful people in Ballymaloe. We are attending a very close friends wedding. What can we say.... The food was magical - how they do this for 230 people is beyond me and everything about the wedding was excellent. We had a wonderful... more

This is my first time writing a review in trip advisor but I feel very strongly that I should. I stayed there last Autumn as a guest at a wedding and the entire stay was faultless. The staff and the Allen family welcomed us like it was our own home and the food was out of this world. I just... more

Its my favourite place in Ireland, near Ballycotton harbour, in serene countryside, very peaceful, yet splendid interiors with deluxe coulours schemes. The food is to die for, dinner is 60 Euros, and worth EVERY penny! Try the merengue roulade with raspberries and you will return again and again to Ballymaloe. The new Concert Hall The Grainstore at Ballymaloe has the... more

Ballymaloe House is a lovely old country house set amidst rural fields and gardens with a justified reputation as having one of the best restaurants in Ireland. The staff were warm and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The food was nothing short of superb. Rooms were in keeping with a country house environment with glorious views to the... more

Ballymaloe House is a national treasure in terms of food, and was one of the first country houses in Ireland to open its doors to paying guests. The food and service are superb, and great value. We got a world class five-course meal for E75 euros, which is an excellent price in Ireland. The wine list is good too, and... more

Stayed at Ballymaloe House while on a course at the amazing Ballymaloe Cookery School two miles away. This is a small country hotel / B&B in a quiet rural location. It has nice gardens and an outdoor swimming pool. It also boasts some shops a cafe and an entertainment venue. The rooms (ours was called Bamboo) were underwhelming the shower... more