Seventh heaven for Mayo's Lodge at Ashford Castle

THE Lodge at Ashford Castle has won seven awards at the annual Irish Hotel Awards, including the much-coveted accolade of Ireland’s Country House Hotel of the Year.

Part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is situated on the spectacular 350-acre Ashford estate in Cong.

The Irish Hotel Awards celebrate the commitment and dedication of the hospitality industry in Ireland. The awards won by the hotel are as follows:

Gourmet Getaway of the Year - Connacht

Receptionist of the Year, Connacht - Teresa Dinnen

4 Star Lux Hotel of the Year - Connacht

Country House Hotel of the Year - Winner

Country House Hotel of the Year - Connacht

Intimate Wedding Venue of the Year - Connacht

Chef of the Year, Connacht - Jonathan Keane

Peter Fergus, general manager of The Lodge at Ashford Castle, said: “We are thrilled to have won all seven awards at this year’s Irish Hotel Awards.

“These awards are testament to our magnificent team who work tirelessly to create the best and most unforgettable experiences for all our guests.

“We also want to congratulate all the other winners and nominees of the night. It’s an honour to be recognised amongst the best in the industry.

Awards like these further motivate our team to being the best and deliver the highest levels of service to all our guests.”