Hayfield Manor & The Manor Bar - Cork
Hayfield Manor offers the best of both worlds in several respects: it is Cork city’s award-winning five-star hotel, offering every modern comfort, as well as maintaining the elegance and charm of an original 19th century Manor House. Originally the Musgrave family estate, it first opened as a hotel in 1996 and is family owned and managed. Secluded amongst the leafy trees in two acres of mature gardens, this hotel provides an oasis of calm within one mile of Cork's city centre. The lobby and reception areas have kept that Manor House feel with antiques and large comfy sofas to sink into, and attentive and friendly staff to welcome you. Bedrooms are spacious, each uniquely designed with comfort in mind, beautiful antique furnishings, exquisite fabrics and equipped with all modern amenities, including extra little touches like your own coffee machine. The spacious guest rooms are matched by luxurious marble bathrooms with oversized claw-footed baths and fluffy terry bathrobes.
With its many distilleries, Cork was second only to Dublin in the late 19th century for production and exports of whiskey. Today, the Midleton Distillery in County Cork is the largest of the 3 distilleries remaining in Ireland and the Manor bar in Hayfield Manor probably has Cork city’s finest selection of Midleton whiskeys, as well as many other whiskeys from Ireland’s other two distilleries. John has been head barman here for the last 9 years and takes particular pride in his extensive whiskey and gin collection. His interest isn’t limited to Irish whiskeys, as he also stocks a good selection of different Scotches and Bourbons. He is also a very keen golfer, so for guests combining their visit to Cork with a round of golf on some of the region's world famous courses, such as Fota Island or The Old Head of Kinsale, John is probably as reliable for golf tips, as he is for whiskey recommendations. John isn't the only whiskey enthusiast behind the bar though. Ask for Tommy or Clare if you need guidance in your choice of whiskeys. Both regularly host whiskey tastings for guests in Hayfield Manor and have developed a keen interest in Irish whiskey.
There are two restaurants at Hayfield Manor – grandeur, style and superb contemporary Irish Cuisine in the Orchids Restaurant combine to create a magnificent gourmet experience, whereas Perrotts Garden Bistro is an informal dining option, specialising in Mediterranean and international cuisine. Both restaurants are a good place to enjoy one of the many whiskeys on offer, be it as an aperitif or as an after dinner drink. Whiskey porridge is another speciality in the morning and a good excuse to get those healthy oats into you!
The Beautique is Hayfield Manor's exclusive health & treatment spa, where you can enjoy a range of Elemis treatments, the steam room, indoor heated pool, or the outdoor Jacuzzi. Since opening, Hayfield Manor has won many awards, including more recently, making the famous Conde Nast Gold List for 2009. For further information about the hotel, rates and special offers, contact the hotel directly below.
Hayfield Manor Hotel – Perrott Avenue, College Road, Cork
Tel: + 353 (0) 21 484 5900
Email: enquiries@hayfieldmanor.ie
Web: www.hayfieldmanor.ie
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