As the new year begins and the excitement of a recent engagement settles in, many couples start thinking about what comes next, including where they might celebrate and how to find the perfect wedding venue? If you’re the kind of couple who enjoys the finer things in life, a glam wedding venue is the natural choice. Today we’ve gathered 30 of our favourite luxurious and glam wedding venues with a wow factor to impress your guests. All of these fab venues have both large and more intimate wedding options so we’ve also listed the maximum capacity – so if you’re planning for 2026, 2027, or beyond, you have a good idea of where to start!
Glam Wedding Venues Ireland
The Shelbourne
One of Dublin’s most loved wedding venues, The Shelbourne is the epitome of luxury and has a host of gorgeous rooms perfect for weddings and civil ceremonies.
Location: Dublin 2 | Capacity: 280 | Website: www.shelbourneweddings.ie
Luttrellstown Castle
Sophisticated and elegant, the historic Luttrellstown Castle Resort is luxurious, yet totally inviting. Walled gardens, and decor that marries old with new, the grandeur is exquisite.
Location: Dublin 15 | Capacity: 180 | Website: www.luttrellstowncastle.com
Kilshane House
The epitome of elegance The Orangerie at Kilshane House is a dreamy setting for a luxury wedding at any time of the year.
Location: Co. Tipperary | Capacity: 280 | Website: www.kilshanehouse.ie
Galgorm
The Galgorm is gorgeous Northern Ireland hotel wedding venue with a crisp white wedding suite and suitably opulent furnishings.
Location: Co. Antrim | Capacity: 300 | Website: www.galgorm.com
Virginia Park Lodge
Once an 18th-century hunting lodge, and now a beautifully renovated luxury wedding venue, Virginia Park Lodge has a strong focus on gourmet food and exemplary hospitality.
Location: Co. Cavan | Capacity: 300 | Website: www.virginiaparklodge.com
The K Club
Well known, and well-loved, The K Club was originally modelled on a French Chateau and offers a classic 5 star wedding experience.
Location: Co. Kildare | Capacity: 300 | Website: www.kclub.ie
The Merrion
Dublin’s most refined five-star hotel, The Merrion Hotel promises an elegant wedding day surrounded by Georgian splendour.
Location: Dublin | Capacity: 80 | Website: merrionhotel.com
Tankardstown House
Just 40 minutes from Dublin, Tankardstown House is a much-loved country house wedding venue offering exclusive use of its 18th-century manor and stunning grounds, perfect for celebrations in any season
Location: Co. Meath | Capacity: 250 | Website: www.tankardstown.ie
Markree Castle
One of the largest privately-owned castles in Ireland, Markree Castle is both majestic and homely. The breathtaking dining room is like something from a fairytale.
Location: Co. Sligo | Capacity 220 | www.markreecastle.ie
Marlfield House
A luxury exclusive use country house, the surroundings and food at Marlfield House are so impressive you won’t want to leave.
Location: Co. Wexford | Capacity: 100 | Website: www.marlfieldhouse.com
Stephen’s Green Club
Boasting a fantastic location, original Georgian and Victorian features, and its own private courtyard, Stephen’s Green Club is one of Dublin city’s most effortlessly elegant wedding venues.
Location: Dublin | Capacity: 80 | Website: www.stephensgreenclub.ie
Castle Leslie Estate
An iconic, luxury castle wedding venue with exquisite food, astounding interiors and plenty of accommodation for you and your guests, Castle Leslie Estate is one of Ireland’s most sought-after wedding venues for good reason.
Location: Co. Monaghan | Capacity: 260 | Website: castleleslie.com
Gloster House
Recently renovated to an impeccably high standard, we adore Gloster House’s crisp décor and epic surrounding grounds.
Location: Co. Offaly | Capacity: 180 | Website: www.glosterhouse.ie
Slane Castle
Tie the knot amongst memories of Rock’n’Roll legends and royalty and be the King or Queen of your own castle for the day at the iconic Slane Castle.
Location: Co. Meath | Capacity: 250 | Website: www.slanecastle.ie
The College Green Hotel
Formerly The Westin, the five-star The College Green Hotel Dublin opposite Trinity College is brimming with opulent old-world charm and impressive period features.
Location: Dublin 2 | Capacity: 180 | Website: www.thecollegegreenhotel.com
Cabra Castle
There are five dreamy ceremony locations to choose from at this fabulous Cavan venue. Dine by the soft light of Waterford Crystal chandeliers in the magical surrounds of the Grand Ballroom or for intimate gatherings the exquisite Gold Room will wow!
Location: Co. Cavan | Capacity: up to 270 guests | Website: cabracastle.com
Ballyfin Demesne
Possibly one of the most amazing venues in Ireland complete with period drama worthy bedrooms and it’s very own vintage china room, words really can’t do this place justice.
Location: Co. Laois | Capacity: 75 | Website: www.ballyfin.com
Cashel Palace Hotel
Featuring dramatic, period architecture and manicured gardens, this meticulously restored five star Tipperary hotel housed in an 18th Century manor benefits from being part of the Relais & Chateaux association of luxury hotels.
Location: Co. Tipperary | Capacity: 200 | Website: cashelpalacehotel.ie
Slieve Donard
Design details at the Marine & Lawn Slieve Donard evoke Victorian splendour and County Down’s glorious landscapes. The venue’s magnificent Grand Ballroom takes the title for the largest function suite in Northern Ireland.
Location: Co. Down | Capacity: 800 | Website: marineandlawn.com/slievedonard
Castlemartyr
Both a manor house and luxurious resort, Castlemartyr is home to perfectly styled accommodation, an award-winning Restaurant, a Spa and Leisure Centre, as well as an 18 hole inland links-style Golf course.
Location: Co.Cork | Capacity: 200 | Website: www.castlemartyrresort.ie
King’s Inns
A grand and impressive building, King’s Inns has various beautiful rooms perfect for luxurious wedding receptions and ceremonies.
Location: Dublin 7 | Capacity: 200 | Website: www.kingsinns.ie
Lough Eske Castle
Perched on the river’s edge, the Elizabethan-style castle hotel Lough Eske Castle is a breathtaking wedding venue surrounded by idyllic countryside.
Location: Co. Donegal | Capacity: 300 | Website: lougheskecastlehotel.com
Powerscourt Hotel
Nestled in secluded woodlands in Wicklow, against the achingly romantic backdrop of the Sugar Loaf mountain, Powerscourt Hotel offers Palladian-style glamour just 30 minutes from Dublin, as well as five-star service and an exceedingly warm welcome.
Location: Co. Wicklow | Capacity: 400 | Website: www.powerscourthotel.com
The Carriage Rooms at Montalto
A unique choice for a glam wedding The Carriage Rooms is a meticulously run wedding and event venue, located on the grounds of the equally amazing Montalto Estate.
Location: Co.Down | Capacity: 180 | Website: www.thecarriagerooms.com
Ashford Castle
A plush 13th century castle Ashford Castle is both romantic and decadent, and is the perfect setting for a glam castle wedding.
Location: Co. Mayo | Capacity: 164 | Website: www.ashfordcastle.com
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel
For those looking for little ‘quiet luxury’, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is an early 19th-century manor house located on a 700-acre estate with a warm and inviting vibe.
Location: Co. Galway | Capacity: 140 | Website: www.ballynahinch-castle.com
Dromoland Castle
For breathtaking scenery, luxurious interiors, an award-winning spa and elegant cuisine, the historic Dromoland Castle in beautiful Co. Clare is the place.
Location: Co. Clare | Capacity: 300 | Website: dromoland.ie
Carton House, Fairmont
Surrounded by 1,100-acres of private parkland Carton House, Fairmont is a regal wedding venue with Baroque interior and just about any facility you could ever need.
Location: Co. Kildare | Capacity: 300 | Website: www.cartonhouse.com
No.25 Fitzwilliam Place
Seriously decadent No. 25 Fitzwilliam Place is a plush Georgian townhouse with contemporary styling and incredibly chic décor.
Location: Dublin 2 | Capacity: 60 | Website: www.25fitzwilliamplace.ie
Adare Manor
Following an incredible renovation, the Adare Manor has claimed its spot among the most glamorous of venues, not just in Ireland but in the world. It has won a laundry list of awards for food, ambience and service.
Location: Co.Limerick | Capacity: 350 | Website: www.adaremanor.com
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