Seamus Heaney Chairman, Cork Convention Bureau

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1 COME TO CORK fo e

2 Cork Convention Bureau (CCB) can help you with practical supports and free of charge impartial advice to ensure the smooth running and success of your event. Key CCB services include: Please be assured that you and your colleagues have the full support of the Convention Bureau and we look forward to welcoming you to Cork. Warm regards, Seamus Heaney Chairman, Cork Convention Bureau

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4 Member Hotels MEMBER HOTELS Actons Hotel Kinsale Located 15 minutes from Cork Airport & 20 minutes from Cork city. Facilities include 74 bedrooms 3 conference & event rooms catering for up to 300 delegates, health & leisure club, Fisher St. Restaurant & Sidney s Bar & Brasserie. Conference Capacity: 300 Bedrooms: 74 Dinner: Carlton Hotel & C Spa Kinsale One of the most impressive event facilities in Cork catering for up to 250 people. This top hotel in Kinsale, overlooking Oysterhaven Bay is the ideal choice of venue for all your business or leisure needs. Conference Capacity: 250 Bedrooms: 70 Dinner: Castlemartyr Resort Castlemartyr Resort epitomises luxurious first class service, with modern, high-end facilities in a very special location steeped in history and elegance. We aim to deliver traditional, highly personalized guest satisfaction, time and again. Conference Capacity: 250 Bedrooms: 103 Dinner: Celtic Ross Hotel Overlooking Rosscarbery Bay in West Cork this hotel is 1 hour from Cork City and airport. Facilities include 3 conference & meeting rooms, leisure centre, Holistic Suite, Druids Restaurant & Kingfisher Bar. Parking & wifi complimentary. Conference Capacity: 300 Bedrooms: 66 Dinner: 270

5 Member Hotels Charleville Park Hotel & Leisure Club The range of impressive conference facilities will make it a pleasure for any company to do business here. Caters for groups up to 800. State of the art equipment & full AV facilities ensures that you are getting the very best in conference facilities at all times. Conference Capacity: 800 Bedrooms: 91 Dinner: Clarion Hotel Cork The Clarion Hotel is located in Cork City Centre. Facilities include 198 bedrooms, 6 conference & events rooms catering for up to 350 delegates, Sanovitae Health & Fitness Club, Essence Spa, Oysters Restaurant, Kudos Bar and the 6th Floor Penthouse Conference Capacity: 350 Bedrooms: 198 Dinner: Cork International Airport Hotel Guest on arrival, friend on departure is the motto of this distinctive and uniquely designed Cork Hotel. First class service combined with superb facilities makes Cork International Airport Hotel the natural choice for all events Conference Capacity: 300 Bedrooms: 145 Dinner: Fitzgerald s Vienna Woods Hotel Celebrating 50 years as a hotel, welcoming guests from all over the world. This Country House offers bright airy meeting rooms and one of Cork s largest Function rooms, a country experience at the edge of the city. Free WiFi and Parking. Conference Capacity: 400 Bedrooms: 50 Dinner: Fota Island Resort One of Ireland's finest luxury destinations, Fota Island Resort in Cork is a glorious five star combination of Fota Island Hotel & Spa, self-catering lodges (providing accommodation for 200+ guests), championshipstandard golf courses and state-of-the-art golf academy. Conference Capacity: 300 Bedrooms: 131 Dinner: 300

6 Member Hotels Gresham Metropole Hotel Located in the centre of Cork City. The Gresham Metropole Hotel is designed to cater for the every need of the business professional. Facilities include conference & meeting rooms, bar, restaurant and fully equipped leisure centre. The home of Cork s International Jazz festival. Conference Capacity: 350 Bedrooms: 112 Dinner: Hayfield Manor Hotel Luxury family owned boutique hotel, set in 2 acres of beautiful gardens in the heart of Cork city. Purpose built conference facilities, with integrated AV equipment, complimentary Wi Fi & onsite Parking. Renowned for its culinary prowess, this is the ideal venue for exclusive events and retreats. Conference Capacity: 110 Bedrooms: 88 Dinner: Imperial Hotel with Escape Salon & Spa The Imperial Hotel part of the Flynn Hotel group, family owned and run. Corks 200 year old and most centrally located hotel. Nestled amongst the charm and magic of Cork City is one of Cork s most exclusive properties. Conference Capacity: 220 Bedrooms: 125 Dinner: Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa The property combines a stunning beachside location, contemporary accommodation, unique seawater therapies and sumptuous dining to create a most special getaway in West Cork Conference Capacity: 450 Bedrooms: 82 Dinner: Jurys Inn Situated at Andersons Quay, a superb location in the heart of Cork City overlooking the River Lee. With 133 en-suite rooms with wired internet access, Innfusion Bar and Innfusion Restaurant. Limited car parking spaces. Conference Capacity: 30 Bedrooms: 133

7 Member Hotels Maryborough Hotel & Spa Offering an exclusive product with premier service, 93 rooms, extensive conference facilities, magnificent gardens and Award Winning ESPA-Spa. Impeccable Hospitality, elegant and individual. The Maryborough Hotel & Spa is the perfect destination for business and pleasure. Conference Capacity: 500 Bedrooms: 93 Dinner: Montenotte Hotel The Montenotte Hotel captures the essence of Cork city, combining a contemporary boutique hotel feel with a great location in leafy Montenotte, minutes away from Cork city's hotspots. And has complimentary Wifi, Vista Grill, Montenotte Leisure Club. Conference Capacity: 350 Bedrooms: 126 Dinner: Oriel House Hotel Leisure Club & Spa Comprising of 78 luxury guestrooms, the Oriel Restaurant, the lively Powder Keg Bar, extensive Conference & Banqueting facilities catering from 2 to 480 delegates and the Oriel Spa and Leisure Club. 7km from the city centre. Conference Capacity: 480 Bedrooms: 78 Dinner: Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork Conveniently located 5 miles from the city centre and 9 miles from the airport. The hotel offers 126 deluxe bedrooms and state of the art conference & banqueting facilities, with 9 meeting rooms and the Great Island Ballroom. Conference Capacity: 470 Bedrooms: 126 Dinner: The River Lee Hotel Business Hotel Ireland 2013 Georgina Campbell Situated 5 minutes walk of the City Centre and UCC. Facilities include 8 dedicated meeting suites, The Weir Bar and Bistro with riverside terrace, extensive fitness centre and Urban Escape Day Spa. Complimentary 200MB WIFI and Car parking. Conference Capacity: 110 Bedrooms: 182 Dinner: 140

8 Unique Venues Rochestown Park Hotel Recently refurbished, the Rochestown Park Hotel is setting new standards for luxury and service with 150 bedrooms, leisure centre, conference & banqueting facilities for up to 700 guests and over 350 free parking spaces. Conference Capacity: 700 Bedrooms: 150 Dinner: Silver Springs Moran Hotel Silver Springs Moran Hotel has one of the largest convention centres hosting up to 1600 delegates over two floors. It is famous for delivering an outstanding overall experience from contact through to post-event support. Ample onsite free parking plus free wifi. Conference Capacity: 800 Bedrooms: 109 Dinner: Trident Hotel Perched on the water's edge, The Trident Hotel Kinsale offers conference & break out facilities for up to 250 people, dining for up to 180 and 75 guest rooms, all with sea views. Ideal for Team Building Conference Capacity: 200 Bedrooms: 75 Dinner: UNIQUE VENUES Aula Maxima, UCC The Aula Maxima, or Great Hall, is the symbolic heart of University College Cork. It is the venue for many of the formal events in the Academic year; presidential inaugurations, honorary conferring ceremonies, concerts, recitals, drinks receptions and banquets. Conference Capacity: 230 Dinner: 180

9 Unique Venues Ballinacurra House, Kinsale Ballinacurra House allows you to create a unique and creative working environment offering the opportunity to combine efficient business in an inspiring location. With 22 meticulously themed suites, ballroom and conference rooms we are perfectly setup as an exclusive use venue. Conference Capacity: 80 Bedrooms: 22 Dinner: Ballynatray House This exclusive stately 18th century Georgian House is set in an 850 acre game estate with breath taking views over the Blackwater River. House & cottages rentals are available. Game shooting & simulated game shooting is available to non residents. Conference Capacity: 100 Bedrooms: 23 Dinner: Ballyvolane House Ballyvolane House is situated on an estate of idyllic landscaped gardens and magnificent parkland, located in the historic region of the Munster Blackwater Valley. Offering, warm hospitality and extremely comfortable accommodation in a relaxed atmosphere of informality and friendliness. Bedrooms: 6 Dinner: Blackwater Castle, Castletownroche, Co. Cork History, heritage, and luxurious accommodation meet in a spectacular setting at Blackwater Castle, a twelfth century Castle on the banks of the River Awbeg, surrounded by mature woodlands and a private river at one of Ireland s more interesting and best preserved castles. Conference Capacity: 80 Bedrooms: 9 Dinner: Blarney Castle, Blarney, Co. Cork Visit the historic Blarney Stone, famed for its traditional power of conferring the gift of eloquence on all who kiss it, or maybe motivate your sales team in a more conventional manner with teambuilding activities in a truly unique and spacious location. Unlimited outdoor space.

10 Unique Venues CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory Blackrock Castle is an extraordinary venue and a spectacular setting for corporate events, launches and private events. Avail of state of the art technology and a dedicated on-site event planner for your event. Private dining available in Castle Café. Conference Capacity: 50 Dinner: 50 Cork City Gaol Each event is customised to the client s needs. The acoustics are fantastic and suit all types of music. The grounds of the Gaol provide ample opportunities for the erection of marquees should you want more capacity. Parking available Dinner Capacity: Cork City Hall This superb room brings atmosphere to any event with high ceilings, long mirrors and stage. The Concert hall is suitable for a reception or formal dinner. The Millennium Hall, with its unique design, glass ceiling and modern finish is an ideal city centre location for that private function. Conference Capacity Dinner Capacity - City Hall:600 Millennium Hall:200 Curraheen Park Greyhound Track Located just 10 minutes from Cork city centre, The Laurels Restaurant set in a three storied glass setting overlooking the racetrack. Renowned for fine dining in a unique location. Dinner Capacity: Fota House Fota House is a regency style building, complemented by the internationally renowned gardens and arboretum, reflecting the life-style of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Catering for private events, corporate functions, concerts, conferences, or for exclusive private hire. Dinner: 160

11 Unique Venues The Grainstore at Ballymaloe The Grainstore at Ballymaloe is an ideal location for corporate events and boasts a high quality pa system, projector, screen, roving and lapel microphones, podium and hydraulic stage, Complimentary wireless and parking. The Grainstore can cater for up to 300 delegates. Conference Capacity: 300 Bedrooms: 29 Dinner: The Jameson Experience Midleton Famous for its history and the renowned Jameson Shindig Irish evening The Jameson Experience is an imaginative choice of venue for any kind of corporate or incentive event This visitor attraction is both a cultural and educational place to visit. Conference Capacity: 125 Dinner: Liss Ard Estate This 200-acre estate has the charm of the boutique property, the luxury of a sprawling woodland estate with its own lake, beautiful gardens/woodlands, the magnificent Irish James Turrell's Crater, a truly Irish dining experience and a wide range of facilities/activities. Conference Capacity: 25 Bedrooms: 25 Dinner: 60 Longueville House Longueville House (c1720) set in 500 acres of wooded estate in north Co. Cork is a romantic georgian heritage mansion & sporting estate owned & run by the O Callaghan family, your hosts. Conference Capacity: 50 Bedrooms: 20 Dinner: Vertigo, County Hall, Cork Host your corporate event at Cork s most elegant and dazzling Vertigo, a roof top pavilion on Cork County Hall s 17th floor. Four multi-functional event spaces for meetings, conferences and exhibitions. Complemented by our inspired catering and experienced staff. Conference Capacity: 200 Dinner: 180

12 Mission Statement The CCB is a public-private partnership that promotes the Cork region as a destination for business tourism (i.e. meetings, incentives & conferences) and generates opportunities for them to come to Cork