Weddings & Celebrations
If you’re searching for a Kerry wedding venue that combines space, warmth, and genuine hospitality, River Island Hotel offers the perfect setting for your wedding celebrations. Centrally located between Tralee and Killarney and just minutes from Kerry Airport, the hotel is ideally positioned for guests travelling from across Kerry and beyond.
The Island Suite
The Island Suite is the centrepiece of weddings at River Island Hotel and one of the most spacious wedding venues in Kerry. Designed to host your entire celebration in one beautifully appointed space, it offers flexibility, comfort, and understated elegance.
With natural light, adaptable layouts, and generous floor space, the Island Suite is ideal for:
Whether you’re planning a large Kerry wedding or a more intimate gathering, the Island Suite can be tailored to suit your vision, décor, and guest numbers.
Pre- & Post-Wedding Celebrations
One of the standout advantages of choosing River Island Hotel as your Kerry wedding venue is the ability to celebrate every part of your wedding journey on site.
Pre-wedding drinks and dinners can be hosted in Con’s Bar & Grill or La Bodega, perfect for relaxed gatherings the evening before your wedding.
Post-wedding celebrations, from next-day brunches to farewell drinks, allow couples and guests to extend the occasion without the need to travel.
This seamless flow between venues ensures a relaxed and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Food to Remember
Food plays a central role in every wedding celebration. Our experienced culinary team works closely with couples to design wedding menus that reflect your tastes and suit your style of celebration.
From elegant wedding banquets in the Island Suite to informal post-wedding dining, all food is prepared on site with care, attention to detail, and a focus on generous, crowd-pleasing dishes. Menus can be customised to accommodate dietary requirements and personal preferences.
Set in the heart of County Kerry and at the centre of the culturally rich Sliabh Luachra region, Castleisland offers a warm, authentic alternative to busier tourist locations. Its central position makes travel easy for guests, while its relaxed town-centre atmosphere provides a genuine sense of welcome for wedding celebrations.
Weddings are hosted year-round at River Island Hotel, subject to availability. Popular dates book early, so couples are encouraged to enquire as soon as possible.
The Island Suite can host up to 225 guests for seated banquet-style weddings and up to 350 guests for evening receptions, depending on layout.
Yes. Many couples choose to host their ceremony, reception, dining, and evening celebration entirely within the Island Suite.
Yes. River Island Hotel offers on-site accommodation for wedding couples and guests, making it easy to enjoy the celebration without travel concerns.
Yes. Wedding menus are tailored in consultation with our culinary team, with options available to suit dietary requirements and personal preferences.
Pre-wedding drinks, family dinners, next-day brunches, and farewell gatherings can all be arranged in Con’s Bar & Grill or La Bodega.
Yes. Couples are welcome to arrange a private show-around of the hotel and event spaces by contacting our Weddings & Events team. We recommend booking a consultation in advance so that our Events Co-ordinator is available to meet with you.
To arrange a show-around or to discuss your plans for a Kerry wedding at River Island Hotel, please contact our Weddings & Events team:
Email: enquiries@odrcollection.com
Phone: +353 (0)64 662 1111
We would be delighted to help you create a wedding celebration to remember in the heart of County Kerry.
