May 15th, 2013
Whatever the reason for escaping this summer, we have the perfect Hotel Deal in Cork for you here at Fota Island Five Star resort Ireland.
Our selection of amazing new deals and offers for Short Breaks in Cork, include super summer offers for couples, friends looking to escape for some relaxation and the ideal family hotel break.
The Summer Family Package is a two nights B&B option in adjoining or interconnecting rooms plus free entry to Fota Wildlife Park, a movie at the nearby Movie Junction drive-in cinema and admissions to Fota House, which includes fun kids trails. Whereas our Summer Package for couples is a one night B&B at our Cork Hotel plus free entry to the beautiful Fota House and Gardens, which offers fantastic romantic walks!
Couples looking for something special we also have a fabulous one night B&B with a round of Golf for him and a relaxing Spa Treatment for her at our Luxury Spa in Cork. A perfect getaway for couples, this deal can be adapted to include either two rounds of golf on our championship golf course in Cork or two spa treatments.
Perhaps looking to get away with a friend and do indulge in some 5 star pampering, we have a wonderful B&B with Afternoon Tea deal. A must experience, Afternoon Tea in Cork does not get more grand than in our Amber Lounge at Fota Island Resort, offering guests a wide selection of gourmet sandwiches, freshly baked scones, delicate pastries and desserts.
We also have a Gathering Package, which is the ideal weekend break in Cork and is a two nights Bed and breakfast family package, including dinner on one night at our hotel restaurant, as well as a private Titanic walking tour in Cobh with local historian Dr Michael Martin, entrance to the Titanic Experience in Cobh and to the Jameson Distillery in Midleton.
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May 1st, 2013
Looking for the ultimate treat for your hardworking dad this Father’s Day? Then look no further than our Fantastic father’s day offer.
An overnight stay with breakfast included and one round of golf per person on one of our championship golf course, why not surprise Dad with a stay at our luxury Hotel in Cork and let us help you to spoil your dad.
Our Father’s Day Offer is available 14th – 18th June and can be booked online at: Fota Island Father’s Day Offer
For more information about this offer or any other offers available at our Luxury Spa Resort and Golf Club Cork, contact us at +353 21 488 3700
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April 25th, 2013
Work has begun for our neighbours Fota Wildlife Park on their new indoor animal care and conservation centre for endangered species.
Creating new additional jobs at Fota across animal health and veterinary to animal care and support staff, the development of the Animal Care and Conservation Centre will cost approximately €600,000, which has been supported by an investment grant from the SECAD (South and East Cork Area Development) of €200,000
The Conservation Centre development will house native and globally endangered species, and will enable the Park to become an all-weather attraction and to extend its visitor season into the winter months, which is great news for tourists and visitors who choose to explore Cork in the colder season.
Located next to our luxury Cork Hotel, the Fota Wildlife Park is currently the most visited tourist attraction in the South West of Ireland and the addition of the new animal care and conservation centre that is expected to be completed by the end of this year and will open in early 2014 is sure to only increase visitor numbers.
Visitors staying with us at our five star resorts in Ireland can also avail of our daily complimentary shuffle service that departs from the front entrance of the hotel to the Wildlife Park at 11:30am and 2:30pm and returns daily at 2:45pm and 5:00pm. Guests looking for more information about our daily shuttle can find this displayed on the Concierge Desk.
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April 16th, 2013
A Mini Moon is the perfect way for couples short on time or funds to enjoy a romantic getaway or honeymoon.
Ideal for newly-weds that need to postpone the expense of a major honeymoon trip, but dream of a romantic interlude to celebrate their special day, a “Mini-moon” can be just as intimate, fun and relaxing as a two-week break, but won’t stretch your finances to the limit or require you to take off all your working holiday allowance.
Looking for a mini moon in Ireland, then why not spend your mini-moon at the luxury 5 star Fota Island Resort Hotel Cork. Enjoy a four night bed and breakfast stay in one of our luxurious bedrooms or suites, many of which offering a stunning view over the renowned Fota Island Championship Golf Courses, island woodlands and open parkland. All of our rooms have air conditioning, a private safe, in-room bar facilities, flat screen televisions with movies on demand, complimentary internet access and deluxe bathroom amenities with Rainforest showers and complimentary bathrobes and slippers to use whilst staying here.
The Mini Moon at Fota Island Resort also includes dinner on two nights of your stay with us at the wonderful Fota Restaurant Cork, as well as VIP Spa passes to our luxury Spa, a couples massage and complementary prosecco accompanied by chocolate dipped strawberries upon arrival.
So where better to spend a romantic mini moon and receive a 5 star treatment than the luxurious 5 star Fota Island Hotel – Five Star Resorts Ireland. For more information please visit: Mini Moon Packages Ireland
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April 9th, 2013
Spike Island located of the coast of Cork, close to our hotel near Cobh has hosted a monastery, a fortress and a prison within its 104 acres, all of which have left their mark.
A popular tourist attraction and ones of the things to do and see in Cork, a new phase in Spike Island‘s history began in July 2010 as the State handed control of the Island back over to Cork County Council and by doing so ended two centuries of institutional use.
With the handover, Cork County Council has created a unique visitor experience at this one of Ireland’s most historic landmarks, which is pleased to now offer a special discounted rate and FREE entry to the Island or Fort Mitchel, although it is worth noting that whilst entrance to Spike Island will not incur a charge, there will still be a charge for the ferry that provides access to the Island.
Ferry Charges are currently; €8 per adult and €5 per child and frequency of the Ferry Service from Sunday 14th April, a more regular ferry services will be available, with the ferry departing from Kennedy Pier in Cobh every Sunday during April at 12pm and again at 2pm. Then from May, this service will be increased with the ferry departing on both Saturday and Sunday’s at 12pm and again at 2pm, and then from June, a daily ferry service will be available, and from Saturday 1st June, the ferry departing from Cobh will also stop at Monkstown at 12:15pm.
This year also whilst on the island, visitors will be able to travel without being part of a tour guided group, thus allowing them to enjoy the recently opened walkway around the perimeter of the Fort at the their leisure.
A must visitor attraction when in the area, why not combine your trip to Spike Island with lunch, dinner or afternoon tea at our Cork Hotel, which is ideally placed off the main road from Cork to Cobh en route to or from the ferry to Spike Island. For more information about our Cork Restaurants or to make a reservation with us, contact: +353 (0)21 467 3150 or email: reservations@fotaisland.ie
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April 3rd, 2013
A handcrafted collection of crystal bowls similar to those that were on the RMS Titanic will be cut by master craftsmen in Cork to celebrate the anniversary of its visit to Cobh.
Commissioned by the Titanic Experience, Tregan Craft Centre Master Cutter, Alex Davies will hand cut the replica crystal, of which limited edition pieces shall be available to view and for purchase during the month of April from the Tregan Art Centre.
The cutting of the commemoration crystal is as part of Project Titanic Cobh, which in its first year, in what is to become an annual celebration and commemoration of the Titanic’s visit to Cobh has a full programme of events planned for the first two weeks of April.
Located just a few miles away from the Fota Island Resort, our hotel near Cobh is ideally situated for staying in the area and for accessing the many fantastic events and activities organised by Project Titanic Cobh including; A speech from Rory Golden, the first Irish diver to see the Titanic, as well as Titanic Trails, live music and entertainment, Lectures, Displays, fantastic food and themed restaurant menus and afternoon teas, plus much more.
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March 26th, 2013
Looking for something to do for all the family this Easter? Then look no further than the fantastic Children’s Tree Trails and Adult Plant Hunters Tree Trails at Fota House, Arboretum and Gardens, which is located next door to the Fota Island Resort Hotel Cork.
The new children’s trails include: “Where is Mrs Kevin’s cat?” a house trail developed especially for under 6s to participate in a guided tour of Fota House that encourages children to help find the Housekeepers cat who has gone missing by following a map and a series of clues. There is also a walking trail “Little Explorers Tree Trail”, again suitable for the under 6s, this gentle rambling trail is a fun way for kids to enjoy and observe nature through drawing and counting exercises whilst they explore the arboretum and consists of a fully illustrated map and guidebook containing plenty of activities. For over 7s there is the “Junior Plant Hunters Trail” which encourages kids to hunt for trees in the arboretum, mark their location on the map and note their country of origin on the atlas, this trail consists of a map and guidebook full of activities and puzzles.
For adults, Fota House is proud to announce a new outdoor trail, the “Plant Hunters Tree Trail” which aims to guide participants around some highlights of Fota’s arboretum to tell the tales of the intrepid plant hunters who discovered the many wonderful specimen trees that can be found in Fota’s magnificent and rare collection.
Trail booklets, guides and map will go on sale on 30th March at the Easter Egg Trail and available to participate in from the 1st April when the house opens. For more information about family events and activities at Fota Island House, contact them direct on: 021 481 5543
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March 19th, 2013
Taking place here at Fota Island’s Five Star Resort in Ireland over the Easter holidays are our renowned Kids Camps for children aged between 4 and 12 years old.
Beginning this Saturday, 23rd March and running through to Sunday 7th April, our Easter Kids Camps in Cork include activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, baking, football, movies and discos.
Kids will be well entertained this Easter, and parents can choose from our Daytime and Evening Camps, Day Camps run from 10am to 3pm, and our evening camps from730pm – 10pm.
Our Easter Holiday Activities for Kids begin and end at our base within our Self Catering Accommodation Aviary Lodge Number 17, and parents are asked to drop off and collect their children here.
Daily Cost for our Kids Camps are as follows:
- Residents at our Cork Hotel: €10 per child per day (2nd child is €8, 3rd child is + €5 each)
- For Non-Residents: €20 per child per day (2nd child is €15, 3rd child is + €10 each)
Places on our Kids Camps should be booked in at the Front Office at least one day in advance and parents are advised that all activities are subject to change and may be weather dependent. Children are asked to bring a pack lunch and drinks, and to be prepared for all weathers and eventualities by also packing sun cream / raincoat and wellies, swimwear, arm bands if required and comfortable shoes. For more information about our Easter Kids Camps, contact reception on 021 488 3700.
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March 12th, 2013
The luxury Cork Spa Hotel, Fota Island Resort lies deep within one of the most breathtaking natural settings on the south coast and really is a location like no other for Spa Breaks in Ireland.
Upon arrival to our remote and tranquil location, guests can breathe in the pure air, marvel at the stunning scenery and relax in the knowledge that they shall be in expert hands whilst here for their spa treatment in Cork.
An experience to be relished, we highly encourage guests to arrive early so that they can avail of complimentary access to the hydrotherapy suite and the acacia thermal suite to further enhance their stay with us and get the most from their luxury spa trip.
Continually developing what we have to offer to ensure guest always receive a 5 star service, the Fota Island Resort Spa Cork Hotel has developed a range of new magnificent new spa treatments to add to the existing extensive menu of relaxing treatments and exclusive packages already on offer, including:
- Facials for different skin conditions and types and for both women and men
- Massages for all areas of the body including the use of hot stones and massages specific for sports.
- Mamo Mio Maternity Treatments, including pre-natal packages, post-natal treatments and full day packages.
- Body Treatments including scrubs, polishes and wraps
- Water treatments within our special Hydrotherapy Suite and Bath and Thalaxion Suite.
- Cellulite Treatments
- Full and Half Day Packages that include lunch, chosen from our healthy options menu, and the use of our Thermal Suite and Hydrotherapy Suite.
- Treatments and Treats for two people
- Beauty Treatments for hands and feet, nails, waxing, tinting, tans
- Speciality Signature Treatments that are offered at no other Spa anywhere in the world
For further details and a full list of what each of treatments include can be found in our new Cork Spa Brochure, or for more information and to discuss your next treatment, contact the Fota Island Spa on +353 (0) 21 4673131.
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March 7th, 2013
As all conference organisers and event managers will know, when it comes to organising events or booking conferences for a large group of people there are many contributing factors to consider.
Surpassing expectations and requirements, the Fota Island Resort in Cork not only offers top class facilities and accommodation in a prime location but as a luxury conference venue in Ireland offers both conference event organisers and conference attendees that little something extra.
Located only 15 minutes from Cork city, on our own private, our luxury 5 star Cork hotel is situated on scenic grounds with world class championship golf facilities and breathtakingly beautiful views, as well as our well equipped function meeting rooms with leading function facilities, the Fota Island Resort boasts luxury spa, fitness centre, top class restaurants and bars.
As one of the only luxury conference venues in Cork, Fota Island Resort has a series of conference suites and meeting rooms, all located on the ground floor and that can accommodate groups ranging from 8 to 60. Sophisticated and flexible, our luxury conference facilities include the latest in high-spec audio-visual and technical equipment, and we offer complimentary wireless internet access throughout to cater for all your business needs.
For gala dinners and larger parties, our main function room, the Smith Barry Suite which features dramatic chandeliers, a grand fireplace and two bars for added entertainment and leisure options can comfortably accommodate 280 for sit down gala dinner functions and up to 400 theatre style for events, such as fashion and/or live entertainment shows or group parties etc.
Guaranteed to make your business or pleasure stay special, Fota Island Resort offers top class modern luxury facilities in a prime location, just outside the city centre with immediate access to the main transports routes to and from Cork.
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