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Laura & Robert Fitzgerald
wedding on Thu, 24th of October, 2024
We would like to thank all the staff at The Abbey Hotel for making our special day stress free. They went over and beyond from day one. They were so easy to deal with and made our day a special day. All our guests couldn’t get over their attention to detail. The food and service was the best we have ever seen. We would highly recommend The Abbey Hotel and Lisa for another Wedding.
Warm regards, Laura & Robert Fitzgerald
Eilish & David O Connor wedding on Sat, 26th of October, 2024
We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to Lisa for all her hard work in making our wedding day truly special.
Everything went seamlessly, and your attention to detail and organisation made the day stress-free for us. From the beautiful setup to the smooth coordination, it was everything we had envisioned and more. Thank you so much for your work in preparing the ballroom on the day of the wedding, it was absolutely stunning. You are truly amazing at what you do and we appreciate all our time and effort.
The food was phenomenal, and your wine choices were brilliant like everything else. Also, we’d like to thank the staff who received numerous compliments from our guests. A special thank you to Darren as well who was also fantastic on the day.
Thank you for your dedication and support throughout the planning process. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Éilish & David O’Connor
Róisín & Dan O'Connell wedding on Fri, 25th of October, 2024
Our wedding at the Abbey Hotel was an unforgettable experience from start to finish, thanks to the incredible support of our coordinator, Lisa.
From the initial planning stages to the food tasting, exploring the facilities, and relaxing in the spa, every aspect was seamless and stress-free. The warmth and dedication of the entire team at the Abbey Hotel made us feel special every step of the way.
On our wedding day, Lisa and the team were simply outstanding. They attended to every detail, not only for us but for our entire family, making sure everything ran flawlessly and that everyone felt taken care of. Walking into our ceremony room was magical – the candlelit aisle and the beautiful details made it feel like something out of a dream.
The food was another highlight and a major reason we chose the Abbey for our special day. We had heard about their exceptional reputation, and they exceeded all expectations. Our family are serious foodies, and to hear them say it was the best meal they've ever had at a wedding meant the world to us. Lisa became more than just our wedding coordinator; she felt like a friend, and we’ll miss all our planning chats. We can’t wait to return to the Abbey Hotel, perhaps even to renew our vows, as this place will forever hold a special place in our hearts. A heartfelt thank you to Lisa and the entire team at the Abbey Hotel for making our day so extraordinary. With love and gratitude,
Róisín and Dan
Ruth Kelly wedding on Fri, 16th of June, 2023
The Abbey Hotel and staff really made our wedding day so special. From day one, when we walked in the door we fell in love- not only with the venue but with the service, the food and the general atmosphere.
We lost count of the compliments our guests gave the hotel over our wedding weekend- mostly commenting on the service, but also the magnificent food and beautiful decor. Lisa, the wedding coordinator was magic from day one. Nothing was an issue. Herself and the team made all our dreams come true and gave us a day that we will never forget. Adrian, the manager made the whole experience so personal and treated us like family for the whole weekend. We honestly cannot thank the Abbey enough and look forward to visiting again and again throughout our married life.
Ruth and Conor, 16th June 2023.
Sarah & Oliver Fearn wedding on Thu, 28th of September, 2023
I can’t praise Lisa enough, she made our day so special for us both. Lisa made everything so easy and relaxed and it couldn’t have gone any better! Every guest commented on how amazing the food and service were and how smoothly the day went! It was a dream, and if I could do it all over again tomorrow I would,
I enjoyed the day so much thanks to you!
Sarah and Oliver
Tricia Oates wedding on Sat, 22nd of April, 2023
Thank you so much for all your help and guidance in the run-up to the wedding. We had an amazing day and everyone commented on how great everything was, from the drinks reception to the main meal. Nothing was too much trouble and the day ran so smoothly, so relaxed and enjoyable! The service team were brilliant too. The ballroom was perfectly laid out and the decor was fabulous. It was everything we wanted and more!! So much so that we returned for our 1st wedding anniversary!
Thanks again
Samantha Moffit wedding on Sun, 28th of May, 2023
Firstly, I want to say thank you to you as you made the whole process a dream for me and Craig. From the initial viewing of the hotel straight down to the day it was such an easy process with you on our team. Thank you for all the recommendations you gave as everything went so well with the band/ photographer etc. You were wonderful to work with and made the whole process as easy as it could be!
Please pass on our gratitude to the team also, from the waiters to the kitchen, chefs, and bar staff everyone was so accommodating and I felt like there was nothing I could request that you all wouldn’t assist with!
The hotel itself was the most beautiful venue and we are so glad we chose the Abbey Hotel as our wedding venue! I will always recommend you to any other friends/family looking at booking a wedding as you gave me and Craig 5* treatment at all times! Thank you once again and we will be back again to relive our wedding day with you guys at some stage in the future! Samantha & Craig
Deirdre O'Neill wedding on Sat, 12th of October, 2024 - The priorities for our wedding day were good food and stress-free entertainment that both we and our guests could enjoy. The Abbey Hotel in Roscommon delivered on this and much, much more. From the very first day we met Lisa, she was dedicated to us and our day throughout all the preparations. With her exceptional experience, she advised us on quality vendors, suitable timings, locations for photographs, and the most seamless way to run the day, making it most enjoyable for our guests. We trusted her completely, even though we had never met her before. We could rest easy in the days leading up to the wedding, knowing everything was taken care of.
On our wedding day, Lisa and her team were so professional that we barely noticed them as they organised the reception and meal to an outstanding standard. Lisa and Adrian supported us so much on the day that we could be part of the wedding party and not just the main event and organisers. They took the organisation into their own hands and dealt with anything that needed attention on the day. The Abbey Hotel Roscommon is renowned for its high-quality food, and this was no different for our nearly 170 guests. The venue itself is surrounded by beautiful grounds and an old abbey ruin, which was ideal for photographs, particularly in the autumn. In the days after the wedding, family and friends praised the friendliness of the staff and their willingness to go above and beyond to ensure everyone was enjoying themselves. We could not recommend The Abbey Hotel highly enough as a wedding venue. Deirdre O'Neill & Aidan Kelly
Lisa Kirrane wedding on Sat, 24th of August, 2024 - Firstly I would like to thank Lisa for all the help she gave me and Leonard organising the wedding. She removed all the stress for us and took care of everything. The day was made very special by everyone at the Abbey Hotel. The venue looked amazing on the day and really added to the romance and atmosphere of the day. The staff were so helpful and friendly throughout the day and all our guests remarked upon this. The food and service were top-class, and everyone's specific needs were catered for without any fuss. I could not recommend the Abbey Hotel highly enough, it helped to make our day so special. Everyone went above and beyond to make our wedding so memorable. We are forever grateful to Lisa and all the staff at the Abbey Hotel for helping create the perfect day for our wedding. Lisa and Leonard Crowley x
Roisin Moran - wedding on Fri, 26th of July, 2024
We were recommended the Abbey Roscommon by friends. After checking it out and meeting Lisa, we knew it was the perfect location. The hotel and grounds are beautiful, providing the perfect backdrop for pictures both inside and out, especially with the old abbey and the gorgeous staircase. The staff were amazing on the day; they honestly could not have done more for us, and Lisa was a pleasure to work with. I can honestly say that I did not have one worry about the day; Lisa had everything organised. The food was absolutely fabulous!
Lorraine Harte wedding on Sat, 23rd of March, 2024 - I cannot thank Lisa and the team at The Abbey Hotel enough for their incredible service - from our first meeting in the planning stages to the day of the wedding itself. Their attention to detail is second to none. They made sure every guest present was looked after to the highest standard. Every guest enjoyed their meal and the overall experience and we couldn’t agree more. The bridal party got ready at the Abbey on the morning of the wedding and we received amazing service, as did our vendors (makeup artist, hair stylist, etc). No matter what we needed, The Abbey Hotel looked after it without a second thought. Lisa was so kind and attentive throughout the whole process. Her experience is invaluable to couples as she really goes above and beyond her call of duty. Her recommendations and support are unmatched. Lisa and the whole staff together create the most welcoming atmosphere that makes everyone present feel comfortable to enjoy the reception even more. I truly cannot recommend The Abbey Hotel enough. We were so fortunate our date was available and couldn’t be any happier that we chose to have our reception there. We appreciate the impeccable service and without a doubt, we wholeheartedly recommend The Abbey Hotel to all newly engaged couples on the search for a reception that will look after every single guest. Thank you for everything Lisa & all the staff at The Abbey Hotel
Kirsty Maloney wedding on Fri, 24th of May, 2024
Lisa and the whole team at the Abbey went above and beyond to make our day so special and bring our view to life. Everything was beautifully done, especially the food. Having our wedding at the Abbey was wonderful and the whole team made the day run smoothly and perfectly.
They helped make it our special day.
John and Catherine Kilboyle wedding on Fri, 29th of September, 2023
From the moment we visited the Abbey Hotel, Lisa made us feel right at home and we knew it would be a great venue for our wedding.
It was a real family hotel feeling with attention to detail and lots of tips and advice. In the weeks before the wedding and the day of the wedding, the staff were very helpful and a pleasure to work with. The food from the start of the reception to the dinner was amazing. We had a fantastic day with memories to last a lifetime in the Abbey Hotel.
Deirdre & Kealan Daly wedding on Fri, 23rd of August, 2024
Our wedding in The Abbey Hotel was perfect from start to finish and exceeded our expectations. From the moment we met with Lisa, she made us feel at ease. She was so professional and gave us so much advice and help with organising our big day, nothing was too much to ask and she was always there when we needed her.
On our wedding day, we were so surprised at how beautiful the venue looked, the staff were so friendly and professional and the food was amazing. We had so many compliments from our guests about the staff, how nice the food was, and how much there was.
The Tayto sandwiches were a big hit in the early hours! Lisa, Adrian and All the staff made our day so special, we couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you for making us feel like Royalty for the weekend, we really appreciate everything ye did for us.
Lisa & Steve Butler - "Our fairy-tale wedding finally came through……Myself and my husband got married on Friday the 19th of November 2021 in the Abbey Hotel Roscommon, we had our ceremony in the hotel which made the morning so relaxed as hair and makeup arrived to look after us all. Our celebrant Tara Carroll from Spiritual ceremonies Ireland was just brilliant. Being the wedding co ordinator for the Abbey Hotel I just love everything about it. When it came to choosing our own venue with a short lead time, there was nowhere else we would have chosen, purely because we knew with the guests we had attending we would not have to worry one bit about food and service on the day. We had the flowers in our package and they were done by Signature flowers in Roscommon town run by Anne Harlowe, they were absolutely stunning and she brought them to the hotel on the morning of the wedding, it was all effortless and ran so smoothly. Our cake was a display cake provided by the hotel and we had a selection of gorgeous cupcakes created perfectly by our chef Alison, then we had the most amazing chocolate biscuit cake from Cakes by Una Flynn, she is one of our cake suppliers in our packages. Our ballroom décor was a mixture of the hotels centrepieces with additions from the florists and also Fiona Newell events and ‘I do candle lighting’ both incredible wedding event company’s we have had the pleasure of working with. The ballroom was just what we wanted, it far exceeded our expectations. The food on the day…what can we say. It was the best food we have ever had at a wedding…we decided to put a lot more of our budget into the meal and the arrivals reception which paid off, for our meal we wanted it to be top class in terms of taste and presentation and it was just that. Food is so important and it’s what your guests will talk about for a long time after, our guests were looked after above and beyond from the moment they stepped out of the car. This was a very important part of what we wanted on the day. The hotel itself is like our very own Downton Abbey where we definitely felt like Lord and Lady of the manor, Elegant, classy with a beautiful feel of homeliness, fires lighting lanterns on the stairs... it was all perfect. On a personal level we can’t thank the staff and the owners enough for what they did for us. I have never felt prouder on the run up of our day to the day itself. All staff members were so kind and all very excited about the day. All of our guests have commented on how friendly and attentive all of the staff were on the day and night. From choosing our menu to the detail in the room, there was no stone left unturned, Mrs Anya Grealy, Tom, Geraldine and Adrian were there at every beck and call to make sure our day was just perfect.. The extra touches, the personal touches, the kindness and thoughtfulness that they showed us and our guests was just amazing. What makes the Abbey so special is that its family run, Mrs Grealy never stopped the week of the wedding like she does for all weddings, she goes above and beyond and is always behind the scenes working so hard, with incredible attention to detail, a very special thank you to her from us both. To experience it as a bride has just made me appreciate even more the magical little Gem of a hotel we have right on front of us, Perched in the heart of Roscommon town. Thank you all so much, we will never forget our day, we have memories we will cherish forever. Lisa & Steve Butler
"Planning a wedding from abroad is not a problem when you are working with the professional and hands on wedding team at the 4* Abbey Hotel Roscommon. American bride Elley Tully wanted a fairytale outdoor wedding in her husband’s home town. Here’s what she had to say about her very magical wedding day at the Abbey “We had our ceremony and reception at The Abbey Hotel Roscommon. I cannot recommend them enough. Every detail of the day was absolutely perfect. We live in the USA but we knew we wanted to have the ceremony and reception in my Husband’s hometown. We planned our wedding from the USA and so we depended so much on the wedding coordinator and the rest of the Abbey staff. They were absolutely fantastic, made sure that all of our requests were taken care of. We had absolutely no worries on the day and we were able to enjoy to the fullest. All of our friends asked us “how are you so calm?” On the day and it was completely due to the care and attention from the wedding coordinator and the Abbey team. There were so many small details that went into the execution of the day. We were so lucky to have the ceremony outside on the Abbey’/s Beautiful grounds but the whole team was prepared if the weather didn’t cooperate. Everyone was commenting that it was one of the best wedding they had attended. I can’t recommend the Abbey Hotel enough if you want your special day to be absolutely flawless. Elley Tully
Another international wedding couple choose the Abbey, American Brides share their feedback
‘Planning a wedding from Canada when you want to get married at home in Ireland is not an easy task. Or so I thought before I started doing it! But I was wrong… and this is only because of the amazing wedding co-ordinators and staff at The Abbey Hotel. From the minute we stepped foot inside The Abbey, we knew this is where we wanted to have our wedding. After our initial meeting, everything was through email as we had to go back to Canada. The wedding coordinators always stayed in contact with us and made us feel at ease. We organised EVERYTHING while having the Atlantic Ocean between us – decor, menus, function rooms, times! We even organised the booking of rooms for all of our Canadians guests that were travelling over to be with us on our big day! Not for one moment did I feel worried about this as the girls and booking team were second to none! The Abbey allowed us to do our menu and wine tasting just one week before the wedding! Special treatments like this meant the world to us as we were not able to make it over to Ireland any earlier. On our big day things worked like clockwork. The wedding staff were with us every step of the way and made everything run smoothly. If you have ever dined in The Abbey, you know the food is excellent. It lived up to its reputation on our wedding day also! The charm and the beauty of The Abbey created such a gorgeous backdrop for our pictures (and for the out-of-towners that wanted to bring some beautiful Irish pictures back to Canada!).After our reception, we were left in the capable, friendly and fun hands of the three young bar staff that served us into the early hours of the morning. They ensured the two brides and all of our guests were well looked after! On behalf of my wife and I, we would like to thank everyone in The Abbey Hotel for ensuring our wedding day was the most memorable day in our lives so far. We cannot wait to book in for our anniversary so we can enjoy it again and again! Roseanne and Josée Fox-Demers USA
"Our experience with the Abbey when planning our wedding was perfect from start to finish. Lisa was so helpful and attentive when planning every detail from the menu to decor. She took all the stress out of wedding planning. We have had so many compliments from our guests about the service and food on the day. The meal was delicious and served very efficiently. There was no doubt that everyone had plenty of food and was very satisfied with the meal. The room was beautifully decorated with the Abbey candelabras, cherry blossoms and fairy lights and really looked the part. A special thanks to Jacinta and her team for the excellent service, efficiency and lovely, friendly attitude. Thanks also to Tom for overseeing everything; it's not very often you see the owner of a hotel there from start to finish and checking that all the guests were happy with everything. The hotel itself is also a lovely setting and we were able to get very special photographs in the old abbey and on the staircase. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Abbey Hotel to any couples planning their wedding. With many thanks, Mairéad and Declan
"We couldn't recommend the Abbey Hotel highly enough. We got married on Friday, January 3rd so it's still only sinking in but we had an absolutely fabulous day. From initial discussions with Geraldine right through to the big day every aspect of the organising was made so simple and stress free. The run up to the day was made so much easier due to the reassurances from Geraldine along with the wedding coordinators Lisa & Sara and the accommodation of our every need. It was a lovely and relaxed day, which is just what we had hoped for. Everybody was singing the praises of the food especially those who had special requirements... they were really delighted with their meals from start to finish! Every detail was just perfect and we really were over the moon with the day and just had so much fun. The staff who we encountered over the two days of the wedding were so friendly, accommodating and on the ball...I tipped my chair over at one stage and one of the staff had it upright before I could even reach down for it. The bar and function room staff were attentive to every detail and the food was fantastic. Sean was brilliant and ensured that our top table and all of our guests were happy. His gentle and kind nature really puts your mind at ease with so much happening on the day. A special thank you to Geraldine and Tom, Lisa, Sara, Sean, Jacinta and Mark the incredible chef. Many thanks again, Áine & Ken (and all the Frawleys & Kierseys)
"It's hard to describe how easy and enjoyable it was to deal with the Abbey.. I booked the wedding after meeting Geraldine back in April or May. She was so helpful, kind and had a great idea of what we were looking for. The process from start to finish was so easy. Sarah the wedding coordinator was a dream. So friendly, understanding and helpful. She was an absolute pleasure to deal with. When we walked into the room on Saturday it was breathtaking. It couldn't have been better and bar a few seating problems due to some extra guests, it went off without a hitch. The food was beautiful and everybody had enough. The staff have been so friendly and kind it was just a pleasure to be there. I would do it all over again without a second thought. Thanks guys for your outstanding service and human kindness it has made this sometimes stressful process much easier.
Edel & Kevin
Wedding Testimonial from Sarah & Ciaran Lennon Longford
“To Geraldine & Tom Grealy and Family and all the staff,
Thank you so much for giving us the most fantastic day on 6th April. From the moment we had the pleasure of meeting you, you accommodated us in every way. Nothing was too much trouble and our every request was catered for. The attention to detail was second to none, from the drinks reception to table settings and beyond. We had a lot of props that required a lot of set up on the day and Geraldine and her staff listened carefully to what we wanted and set up and displayed everything exactly as we wished. We also have to commend in a special way the Chef, the kitchen personnel and the staff involved in our dinner service. We have received so many compliments from our guests about the food served on the day. The presentation and attention to detail with every dish was amazing. Furthermore the service received from every staff member was impeccable and truly faultless. We cannot recommend the Abbey highly enough. Its staff instils confidence. They are a pleasure to deal with and are so skilled at what they do. Geraldine even emailed us some candid photographs she had taken of us on the day – just like a friend or a family member would do! That personal touch provided by the Abbey is in our opinion why it is so special.
We enjoyed every moment of our day and we cannot thank Geraldine and her team enough for making our dream day a reality. We are already looking forward to returning to the Abbey and to meeting everyone again. Sarah and Ciarán Lennon
To the Grealy family and staff at the Abbey Hotel. I just wanted to thank you and all your team for the most beautiful perfect wedding day I could have ever imagined. I cannot praise you all enough from the very beginning to the wedding day itself. You were the most amazing group to deal with in every way & I honestly couldn't recommend you enough. The day itself blew me away the food was just out of this world and above all the staff were fantastic and so friendly. Everyone that attended has commented on how beautiful the whole reception was and everyone complimented the fantastic food and how friendly and lovely you all were. For the lovely wedding coordinator who was amazing from when we first met, you were so easy to deal with and couldn't do enough for us and, you did everything at such ease, so professional but so enjoyable every time I met you. I didn't worry or stress for one minute at any stage cause I knew I was in very safe hands but actually it was above all expectations. We also won a fabulous prize through the Abbey with Boutique Photography which was brilliant, I hardly knew he was there all day, Szymone was so patient was not intrusive and I cannot wait to see what the pictures have turned out. I had a sneak peek of a few and all I can say is fab. I honestly couldn't thank you all enough. I'll be forever grateful that I had the pleasure to meet and deal with you all & that I made the perfect decision by having the wedding in the beautiful Abbey hotel Roscommon . I'll recommend you constantly. Wishing you continued success. Thank you so so much again. Paula and Mark Shine Athlone
Mr. and Mrs. Murray
“We got married on Friday the 2nd March and had our reception was in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon. Storm Emma descended upon the country and brought Ireland to a standstill, who knew what lay ahead for us on our wedding day. As anxiety and worry set in and the rollercoaster of emotions began, a comforting phone call from our wedding co-ordinator finally brought the tears to a front. Tears of relief on this occasion as the Abbey hotel understood what we must be going through. The Grealy family offered compassion, reassurance, help and assistance in order to make things as easy as possible for us and the situation we were in. Let's not forget that a red weather warning was in place and people were advised to stay indoors and not to leave their homes due to the snow. This however did not stop the Abbey Hotel and their staff showing up to work to prepare and present what can only be described as the first class service we received on our wedding day. The food on the day was superb and more than lived up to the reputation we had heard so often about. We are still receiving compliments to that regard. From the minute we walked through the door to organise our wedding, to the moment we left, the hospitality and professionalism of the Grealy family and their staff shone through. For this we will be forever grateful and we will never forget all you did for us. Your hotel will come highly recommended by us. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts.
“ I cannot recommend this hotel enough. From the day we booked the abbey on the lead up to our wedding they could not do enough for us, very professional, warm inviting reception every time we visited. On the day of our wedding the service was top class, the food was outstanding & every need for ourselves & our guests was catered for. I would like to thank the wedding coordinator for your help & guidance to the lead up to our wedding. I would especially like to thank Tom Grealy Jnr & the Grealy family for making our day so special & helping with every detail”. Denise & Patrick Groarke
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