Several tourism professionals in Kerry have been shortlisted for the 2023 Irish Hospitality Awards after a list of top contenders was compiled following nominations from the public.
The awards celebrate the dedication, skill and customer service shown by the professionals that work within establishments where excellence is standard.
They also acknowledge those who make a positive difference in the sector as well as the efforts that the experts put in ensuring their customers always receive top services and unforgettable experiences.
The awards will be presented at a black-tie event in the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown, Dublin on Monday, June 19.
A spokesperson for the organising committee said: “Working for the hospitality industry can be challenging at times and the last few years have shown that. These awards aim to recognise those who have succeeded in this sector, despite the difficulties.
“There are people who have dedicated their whole career in making the country a special destination for visitors. It is time to give those professionals the recognition they deserve”.
The awards will provide a platform to thank and honour those who have contributed to making Ireland a friendly and welcoming place, enhancing the country’s reputation nationally and internationally.
The Kerry finalists are:
Family Venue of the Year: Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium
Outdoor Venue of the Year: Killarney National Park; Dún Beag Fort, Dingle
Live Entertainment Venue of the Year: Mike the Pies, ListoweL
Pub/Inn of the Year: Ireland’s Highest Pub, Top of Coom, Kilgarvan
Boutique Hotel of the Year: The Ross, Killarney; The Ashe in Tralee
Hotel of the Year: Killarney Park
Resort Hotel of the Year: Parksnasilla Resort and Spa; The Lake Hotel in Killarney; Dingle Skellig Hotel; Killarney Towers Hotel and Leisure Centre
Romantic Hotel of the Year: The Lake Hotel, The Ashe Hotel, Tralee: Killarney: Muckross Park Hotel and Spa, Killarney; Killaran House, Killarney: Dingle Garden Townhouse: Greenmount House, Dingle; Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee; Kenmare Bay Hotel Lodges
Best Hotel General Manager: Marcus Treacy, Killarney Park Hotel
Best Caravan Park: Green Acres, Aughacasla; Mannix Point Camping and Caravan Park, Caherciveen
Bed and Breakfast of the Year: Short Strand B&B, Dingle; Laburnum B&B, Kenmare; O’Sheas Ceol Na Habhann B&B, Kenmare Best Family Dining Restaurant: Jumbo’s, Listowel.
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