Adare Manor named as the AA Hotel of the Year for 2019

THE Adare Manor has been named as the AA Hotel of the Year 2019, the most prestigious prize in the Irish hospitality industry. The AA inspection team was impressed with the welcoming nature of each member of Adare Manor’s team and the top-quality of the food and service at the hotel’s flagship dining room, The Oak Room restaurant.

With 104 rooms and suites, 42 of which are located in the new wing added during the expansion project, Adare Manor has been the recipient of numerous national and international awards. With the views of the river Maigue, the extensive gardens and the championship golf course providing truly breath-taking scenery for all guests to savour.

Conor Faughnan, AA Director of Consumer Affairs says important the success of Adare Manor shows the importance of the hospitality industry is in Ireland. “Since re-opening in 2017 after an extensive 21-month restoration and expansion project, the resort has re-affirmed its position as one of the finest hotels not only in Ireland, but in the world. Attracting visitors from across the globe, Adare Manor only serves to highlight how important the hospitality industry is in Ireland and the extent to which Ireland. Through the warm welcome provided by those working in the industry, is a must-visit destination for those overseas,” said Conor.

“Winning the AA Hotel of the Year award is no easy task as our team of inspectors hold each AA property to the highest of standards. Getting to this point is the result of years of hard work by the team at Adare Manor, a history of putting the customer first, and a commitment to providing a world-class experience for all those fortunate enough to have the pleasure of visiting. We are truly proud to name Adare Manor as our AA Hotel of the Year for 2019,” he added.

On accepting the award, General Manager Paul Heery said: “On behalf of the entire team at Adare Manor, we are delighted to be honoured by winning the ‘AA Hotel of the Year 2019’.  This distinguished award is testament to the outstanding quality of our team at the resort, who consistently demonstrate their genuine care and passion for the Adare Manor true guest experience.

“We continue to attract talent to work with us at the resort from Ireland and internationally, from those who recognise and share our commitment to deliver an exceptional and memorable guest experience. During our extensive restoration, refurbishment and expansion programme, we received great support and encouragement from the industry, and we look forward to continuing to play our part as we attract visitors from overseas and throughout Ireland to come, stay and enjoy the wonderful hospitality and customer service that Ireland’s hotel and hospitality industry has to offer.”

The AA uses highly trained and experienced inspectors to personally visit every AA accredited hotel for an overnight stay. The assessments of the standards of hospitality, service, cuisine, facilities and staff are the most exacting in the industry. Winners are selected in recognition of excellence in service and hospitality. They must also clearly demonstrate continuous improvement in the previous 12-18 months.

For a hotel to be considered it must have displayed excellence over time. A hotel that wins AA Hotel of the Year can claim to be the best hotel in Ireland in its category. The award does not necessarily go to a five star hotel, although it does this year.

(with the kind permission of the Limerick Leader)