I spent Valentine's day this year at the Maryborough Hotel, which is located in Douglas.
Bliss, beauty and by far one of the lovelist hotels I've ever stayed in!
Close enough to explore Cork city, and for all those who have never visited Cork, its within easy access of Mahon Point (shops and cinema) and not too far from Fota Wildlife Park.
I had no problem parking the car, which is always a worry....as there was ample parking onsite.
I was greeted with a huge smile by the lady on the front desk, and was shown to the stairs - how attentive!
My room was one of the Executive ones, complete with balcony. I'd highly recommend as the garden views are just so blissful. Perfect on a sunny morning to enjoy breakfast.
Although I never had a chance to sample the 5 star spa, one of the other guests filled me in on her experience of the different massages and facials. Theres also a dedicated spa cafe. Pity I missed out, but il be sure to try next time.
We decided to go out for dinner, but stayed to have a pre-dinner drink at the hotel. The bar has every drink you can think of and overlooks the hotel's 300 year old gardens.
Some time after dinner, we explored the Leisure centre, which incorporates a gym, pool and jacuzzi. The pool was lovely and warm. Apon returning to our rooms, I discovered my partner had asked for drinks and cookies.
Our stay was perfect throughout and Il definately be returning for a spa treat in one of the spa suites later this year .....; )

I stayed at the Maryborough Hotel after a wedding reception on the property. When we got to our room the smell of urine from the bathroom was overwhelming. They admitted that the odor was unacceptable and sent someone to clean the bathroom. The smell was still quite noticeable after the second cleaning and I had to keep the door constantly closed. I could not determine the exact cause of the urine smell so I used the public toilets down the hall and did not shower. When I lifted a glass beside the ice bucket several bugs ran down the dresser. Several bugs were spotted crawling across the floor and one large one took up residency on the closet. I took pictures of the numerous bugs, showed them to staff and offered that they all seem to scamper to the back of the dresser so maybe they should lift it out and check and see what is behind there. The staff apologized and offered to knock $50 off of the cost of our room. I accepted after finding out that my room, booked over the phone directly with the hotel months in advance with the special discounted "wedding rate", was $50 MORE than my cousin's room which he had booked online the day before.
It is a filthy hotel. Do not stay here.

Stayed two weeks ago. Had a wonderful long over due break. The staff really make this place so special. Enjoyed the Spa also. (First time in one, but not the last) Dinner excellent and a relaxing cocktail in the lounge after topped it all off.
All in all well worth a visit.
Hope to return soon.

OH MY GOD.... What a hotel, the attention to detail and overall service from staff was just amazing! I stayed here for Valentines night, we had one of the most beautiful rooms i have ever stayed in. We were upgraded to a spa room when we informed the reception staff that it was our anniversary. Nothing was too much for them.
There was a glass of champagne and a single rose on our table when we went for dinner, and the service staff again congratulated us.
We will be returning to this hotel very soon!!!! FAB!