Moyvalley Hotel & Golf Resort Awards & Testimonials
Ciara & Paddy, June 2025
We got married on 20 June 2025 and we had our wedding reception in Balyna House and then the ballroom in Moyvalley Hotel. From the moment we viewed this venue we knew it was the one for us. When we viewed the hotel we loved the grounds at Balyna House and we loved the mix of the house and the hotel. The venue was gorgeous. One of the main things that helped us to make our decision though was the staff. We we were so impressed by how welcoming everyone was and how friendly everyone was to us.
Our wedding coordinator, Ewa was amazing! From start to finish she was so professional and kind and nothing was ever too much trouble. Ewa was always on hand and was so quick to respond to us when we had a question about anything. She was amazing! We are so grateful for her and all her team. The kitchen staff, waiters, management and wedding coordinators were fantastic throughout the whole process but especially on the day of our wedding. All of our guests were complimenting how good the staff were at acknowledging allergies which was really important to us. From start to finish, we had the most amazing day and it is all down to the incredible staff in Moyvalley!
This is such an amazing venue and I would 100% recommend it to anyone!
Thank you to Ewa and all of the staff in Moyvalley for making our day so special!
Karen & David, May 2025
From start to finish Emma And Ewa where outstanding and made it so easy for us and always there for all the questions we had and amazing advice. The both went above and behind for us! The staff on the day couldn't have done enough for us and looked after our guest brilliantly on the day of the wedding .the quest where in awe of the grounds when walking from Balyna House where we had our drinks reception.The venue is amazing as we had our photos taken there as well and turned out beautiful. We had the cellar Bar to finished the night it sure and amazing way to finsied the celebration.
With a million thanks to Moyvalley and there amazing staff just want to say from the bottom of out heats thanks for making our day everything we dreamed of and more ❤️
Jennifer & Bernard , May 2025
Amazing day. Food was beautiful, everyone keeps talking about how good it was weeks later. Really accomadating with allergies and intolerances. Hotel and grounds are stunning. Myself and my bridesmaids stayed over and got ready in one of the cottages on site. Really big living room which both make up and hairstylist complimented for all the space they had. Our only small issue was moving if bags from cottage to main hotel that sone were placed jn the wrong rooms despite being labelled. Ewa the coordinator is amazing, nothing was too big an ask. If you’re looking at Moyvalley then go for it, our photos are beautiful. Balyna House is stunning and sucb a lovely extra on top of having the reception in the hotel. We can’t wait to go back for our first anniversary!
Suzanne & Mark, May 2025
Absolutely Perfect – A Dream Wedding Come True! We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience at Moyvalley. We had our wedding here in May and to say everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. We couldn't of wished for a better two days! The venue itself is breathtaking — beautifully maintained, with stunning views of a beautiful golf course and elegant spaces that made for the perfect backdrop to our special day.
The stone house was just stunning one of the main reasons we had chosen moyvalley. The manor house felt like our own private space for the two days, we where lucky to have such beautiful weather to be able to make use of the grounds and get some wonderful pictures and enjoy our drinks reception outside. We had our meal in the hotel and wow the food the service everything was incredible. All of our guests truely enjoyed the day and complimented the wonderful staff and how amazing the venue was.
But what truly made our day unforgettable was the staff. From the event coordinator to the servers, bartenders, and setup crew we had to decorate — everyone went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Special thanks to Prem & Emma who was our co ordinatiors and made the planning process feel stress-free and enjoyable. We are so grateful to the team at Moyvalley for making our wedding the best day of our lives. If you're looking for a venue that’s beautiful, breathtaking and full of heart from the grounds to the venue itself with wonderful staff , this is the place! Thank you again for everything!
Lauren & Kevin, April 2025
We recently had our wedding at Moyvalley Hotel, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. The venue itself is stunning with gorgeous grounds that made for amazing photos. What really made the day so special, though, was the staff. Especially Prem, who was our coordinator. They were incredible to deal with – professional, friendly, and genuinely invested in making sure everything ran smoothly.
Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their attention to detail gave us complete peace of mind. The food was fantastic, our guests are still talking about how they were constantly fed and never went hungry, the service was seamless, and so many of our guests commented on what a fantastic day it was. We’re so grateful to the entire team at Moyvalley for helping make our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more. We had a night before dinner in the hotels bar, the wedding day in balyna and dinner in the hotel which was perfect for the amount of guest we had and allowed us to experience both sides of the venue and day 2 celebrations in Balyna House.
The snug bar is amazing for a live singer and drinks! If you're considering this venue for your big day – do it! You’ll be in great hands.
Laura & Adam, November 2024
We had our wedding in Moyvalley on November 1st 2024, from start to finish our coordinator Niamh Reilly made it so easy for us and was always on-hand to answer any questions and always accessible for advice.
The staff at Moyvalley could not have done any more for us, they looked after us and our families and friends so well all day long, they are a credit to Moyvalley resort, it made the day go so smooth and we didn't have to worry much. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful for photos and it is so quiet you feel like you are in another world.
I can't recommend Moyvalley high enough and our guests were highly impressed with the food and service.
Victoria & Adam, October 2024
We recently had our full wedding in Moyvalley Hotel on 4th October 2024. We had the ceremony in the Stone House, the drinks reception in Balyna House and the evening reception in the main hotel. Each and every part of the venue is beautiful and everything went off without a hitch.
We loved that they had different spaces that we could use throughout the day and there is a lovely mix of old and modern between the house and hotel. We also had day 2 in the golf club house and it was fantastic. Lots of guests commented that the food was fantastic all weekend and everyone was well fed. One of my friends has a lot of food allergies and she commented that she has never been more accommodated and full which usually is very difficult for her.
We wanted to say a special thank you to our wedding co-ordinator Niamh, who was just fantastic, so accommodating, knowledgeable, professional and always responsive to our queries. All of the staff were also brilliant, attentive and nothing was missed.
The grounds are fantastic and our photos look great too! Thank you to all the staff at Moyvalley, we would recommend to anyone getting married 1000%
Aileen & Colin, July 2024
We booked our wedding in Moyvalley two years ago and got married there in July. From the day we viewed the venue to the time we checked out after our wedding we had the best experience with everyone who works there. Everyone was so friendly and kept checking in on us which was so appreciated.
Ciara was our wedding coordinator and she was incredible from the very start. She was always quick to answer emails and was so helpful, nothing we asked for seemed too much for her and she was great at keeping everything running on the day. The venue was stunning and everyone complimented the ceremony space and the food (including the breakfast the next morning!). We had our day two in the golf club and we still felt so looked after and cared for.
We are so happy we booked Moyvalley. We would really recommend it to anyone looking for a private venue space with great service and food!
Lisa & Harry, July 2024
We had our wedding day on the 6th of July and we want to say a huge thank you to all the staff at Moyvalley Hotel for the most fabulous wedding day. From start to finish everything was perfect.
Massive thank you to our wedding co-ordinator Niamh O’ Reilly who was phenomenal. Her super-efficient emails and phone calls making the planning easy from start to finish. Nothing was ever an issue for Niamh. She went above and beyond to ensure the day was flawless. Niamh’s attention to detail and dedication made us feel at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process.
To all the service staff in Moyvalley for being so polite, helpful, and accommodating to all our wedding guests.
The venue itself was so beautiful, we couldn’t be happier with our choice. Balyna house was the perfect start for the drinks reception before making our way through the court yards and gardens surrounded by lovely flowers over to the hotel. Finishing off the night down in the Cellar Bar was a great way to end our celebrations.
So thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a part of our special day. Thank you for making our wedding day everything we had hoped for and more.
Love, Lisa & Harry.
Maria & Damon, July 2024
Where do we start, our day was absolutely amazing from start to finish everything was Perfect & all thanks to our fabulous wedding co-ordinator Niamh, she was truly the best, she went above & beyond for us, anytime we had a question Niamh was straight on it to help us, she was always so friendly & we felt she was more like a friend, we couldn't of chose a better person then Niamh to ensure our day was as special as it was & the staff is Moyvalley are friendliest & nicest bunch who all our guests commented on how lovely everyone was.
The Stone House where we got married in was so beautiful & personal & has such a lovely authentic feel to it, Balyna House for reception & drinks, The Details in the house is beautiful & stunning backdrop on Stairs for photo's & again Staff services was so good & they were all smiling & in good form while serving our Guests, Can honestly say Moyvalley will hold a special place in our Hearts, We speak not only for ourselves but for all our Guests who some travelled from abroad that it was best wedding venue they have been & alot if it is down to the Niamh & the Staff, they made such a lasting impression & of course Moyvalley has outstanding beauty to it, If you want your dream wedding venue & best Staff to go along with it choose Moyvalley as ours was everything & more then we wished for:)
Becky & Colin, July 2024
We had our wedding on the 18th of July and we want to say a HUGE thank you to all the team at Moyvalley for all that you did for us , not only on the day , but all the months leading up to the wedding that made it so special . Everything was seamless !
We want to thank Ciara , our co ordinator who replied to endless amounts of emails and calls to help arrange everything that we had asked for. Nothing was ever an issue . She was always so helpful and accommodating.
To all the service staff for being so polite and helpful and accommodating all our guests .
To the chefs who made the most delicious food.
The grounds and building itself are absolutely stunning and so picturesque.
So thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being apart of our special day .
Love , Becky & Colin
Emma & Mark, June 2024
The PERFECT venue for our Big Day. We recently had our wedding at Moyvalley Hotel on June 22nd, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. From start to finish, everything was perfect.
Our wedding coordinator, Niamh O'Reilly, was phenomenal. She went above and beyond to ensure our day was flawless. Her attention to detail and dedication made us feel at ease throughout the entire planning process and on the day itself. From church venues, to dog sitters, Niamh offered a solution for anything we needed. Everything we asked for was covered, no detail was missed and we were blessed to have Niamh as our wedding coordinator. Our wedding party had a contingent of 12 kids under 5 and the hotel were fantactic in organising in house babysitters. A big thank you to Gemma, who looked after our little girl for a period of time across the weekend. Moyvalley as a venue was superb. Balyna House provided a stunning backdrop for our drinks reception after the church and Day 2 celebrations.
The historic charm and beautiful surroundings made it the ideal location, offering a feel of an Italian Wedding. Balyna House also offered a wonderful hidden Gem called the 'Cellar Bar', located downstairs in Balyna house, the perfect setting for a late drink & a sing song after the main event. The main hotel was equally impressive, offering a perfect setting for our meal and evening music.
We had 160 guests, the main hotel could comfortably hold more. Over the 2 days, the food was outstanding. From the finger food, to the main meal, it was amazing. We opted for the fillet steak for mains, and it was cooked to perfection. The presentation was impeccable, and the service was swift, ensuring our guests were well taken care of. Everyone raved about the food on day 1 & day 2. For Day 2, we opted for the BBQ and Pizza option, it was 10/10! Again, anything we asked for in the build up for our menu was perfect on the big day. The staff at Moyvalley
Hotel were exceptional in every way, providing top-notch service that truly enhanced our wedding experience. From the moment we arrived, they were attentive, professional, and friendly, making sure that every detail was taken care of with the utmost precision. Their warm hospitality and genuine care for our guests were evident throughout the day, ensuring that everyone felt welcomed and comfortable. The waitstaff were efficient and courteous, serving everything with a smile.
We honestly can't fault the venue in any way, we fell in love with it instantly & we're so pleased we had our Big Day here. Moyvalley Hotel made our big day incredibly special and memorable.
We highly recommend Moyvalley Hotel for any couple looking for a dream wedding venue.
Thank you for making our wedding day everything we had hoped for and more!
Elisabeth & Michael, May 2024
We couldn't be happier with our wedding at Moyvalley Hotel! As an Austrian-German couple living in Ireland, we had many international guests, and Moyvalley provided the perfect setting for our special day.
The welcome dinner the night before was a fantastic start to the celebrations. About 80% of our guests traveled from abroad and they all loved the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The grounds of Moyvalley are picturesque, and our guests enjoyed exploring them on the morning of the wedding. The ceremony in the beautiful stone house was intimate and charming, and the reception in the stunning Balyna House was simply perfect. The weather was absolutely beautiful on our wedding day, so that we could stay outside during reception and enjoy the sunshine. Having everything in one place made the day seamless and stress-free. Our guests also appreciated staying at the venue for two nights, with many commenting on the comfort and quality of the rooms.
From the moment we started planning, we felt we were in good hands with Ciara, our wedding coordinator. Her flexibility with timings, coordinating guests, and last-minute room arrangements were exceptional. She was there every step of the way, including perfectly timing the entrance for the bride and bridesmaids. The staff at Moyvalley were incredibly friendly and perfectly organised. We felt very much at ease during our day and didn't have to worry about anything. The food was delicious and plentiful, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. We particularly loved the change of setting when moving downstairs to the Cellar Bar in the night, and the only point of improvement we would suggest is to open the Cellar Bar sooner, perhaps at 12:30 instead of 1:30 am. We would highly recommend Moyvalley Hotel to every couple!
The value for money is perfect, and the venue's beauty, combined with the convenience of having everything on-site, made our wedding day absolutely magical. For those with many guests wanting to stay overnight, Moyvalley is ideal with its numerous hotel rooms.
We also appreciated Moyvalley's flexibility with guest numbers. It can accommodate large weddings of 150+ people, but it was also perfect for our smaller wedding of approximately 75 guests.
From start to finish, our wedding day was perfect in every way.
Thank you, Moyvalley, for making our big day so special!
Steven & John, March 2024
We had the most amazing day at Moyvalley for our wedding. We and our families stayed in the cottages the night before and from the moment we checked in the staff were excellent. Getting ready in the cottages made everything so easy and the staff moved our bags over to Balyna house during the ceremony so we didn’t have to think of anything.
We had our humanist ceremony in the Stonehouse and I cannot think of a more beautiful venue. Niamh and Simon were on hand to round up any stragglers among the guests and make sure everything was good to go.
We had our drinks reception and dinner and dancing all in Balyna house. Everything ran so smoothly for the whole day. Some of the staff saved some of the canapés for us as we had missed most of them when getting photos done, this was much appreciated. Brendan was on hand through the drinks reception and meal and checked in with us to make sure we were happy, he also made sure our flowers were safe in the cold room at the end of the night so we could take them the next day.
Our meal was rated so highly among our guests and we couldn’t fault any of the food! The Cellar bar is a great spot for the end of your night. Several of the staff were amazing with helping our guests getting around the venue. Our wedding coordinator was Niamh and she has been a pleasure to deal with from the very beginning. Quick to answer any questions and help any way she could.
We would recommend Moyvalley and Balyna House to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue.
Amanda & Stephen, December 2023
We just want to say a huge heartfelt thank you for all the organising and setting up you did for our wedding day. We had the most amazing day ever and its all thanks to how organised you are! Everything went so smoothly (apart from me being late lol, there was a wardrobe emergency!!).
The venue was just stunning, our guests are still talking about how beautiful The Stone House and Balyna House is. The food was amazing, and all the staff were just incredible. A big thank you to Brendan also, he was just brilliant on the day. We just couldn't have asked for the day to go any better.
We also want to leave a separate review for Cora. My God she is amazing!! Ethan absolutely adored her and was so happy with her all day. Again everyone was commenting on how well she fitted in around the place, many people asked if she was a relative! She is so kind and caring and looked after Ethan so well, we didn't worry about him once.
Michael & Cameron, October 2023
Moyvalley hotel was the most spectacular venue for our wedding. Balyna House is beautiful and excellent for our drinks reception all our guests were blown away by how gorgeous the place was. The staff in Moyvalley went above and beyond for us on the day and nothing was ever an issue on the day for them. Ciara our co ordinator was fantastic nothing was ever an issue for her she made the planning of the wedding so much easier for us and took care of everything on the day. I would recommend Moyvalley as a wedding venue for any couples getting married. Our guests are still talking about how stunning it was and how amazing the food was.
Ciara & Billy, September 2023
I want to extend a massive thank you from me and Billy for coordinating the most incredible wedding day we could possibly have hoped for.
Your attention to detail and responsiveness was outstanding, even when your patience may well have been wearing thin with all of our last-minute queries.
We had guests from all over the world who couldn't get over the beauty and splendour of the venue, and the kindness of the staff (no one even noticed that it was raining all day) I have left five star reviews multiple sites.
Could you please extend my thanks to everyone involved. We can't wait to come back to visit, and the happy memories will be cherished forever.
Aine & Ryan , August 2023
We had an amazing day in Balyna House for our wedding. The staff were very professional and helpful. Everything we discussed and requested was perfect on the day. Ciara our wedding co-ordinator was absolutely fantastic. She was so knowledgeable, kind, responsive to contact and supportive the whole way through. It really helped with the planning process knowing we had someone to talk through things with. We were so happy with our day and enjoyed it all so much. We would highly recommend for any future couples to go and visit Balyna House in Moyvalley Hotel.
