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The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens (www.thedunloe.com), one of Ireland’s leading family-friendly hotels, located close to one of the country’s most iconic tourist destinations, the Gap of Dunloe, officially opened its doors on 27 April, after undergoing a stunning 18-month renovation of the restaurant, bar, reception, lobby and lounge spaces, as well as the enhancement of the gardens and carpark. The five-star hotel is located in a stunning countryside setting, only a short drive from Killarney town centre in County Kerry. A substantial €18million investment by the


hotel’s owners, the Liebherr family, has brought new life to the 102-bedroom hotel, enhancing its long-standing relationship with the beautiful surroundings, and maximising the property’s unrivalled views of the Gap of Dunloe. The Liebherr family has been at the forefront of tourism and manufacturing industries in Killarney and the surrounding areas for over 60 years, employing 1,000 people across the country. Tánaiste Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Foreign Affairs & Trade, joined Dr Isolde Liebherr to both welcome and celebrate the reopening of this magnificent five-star hotel. ‘It is my great pleasure to open a new


jewel for tourists in Ireland,’ Tánaiste Simon Coveney TD said at the official reopening, ‘in a place that is one of the jewels in the crown of our entire tourist industry. The Liebherr family’s commitment to Ireland, which includes the employment of more than 1000 people, is so important and appreciated. The


rebirth of this hotel is a further sign of the Liebherrs’ dedication.’ Designed by Swiss company Monoplan,


local building contractors Griffin Brothers led the year-and-a-half-long renovation with the assistance of O’Carroll Engineering, who implemented the building’s steel works. At the height of the build, the site had over 160 people working across all areas, including Tralee company, Designer Landscapes Ltd, who, along with Head Gardener Dave Barry, updated the gardens and outdoor spaces using a beautiful collection of native and international flora and greenery, finished off with Kilkenny limestone. The public areas of The Dunloe Hotel &


Gardens were redesigned and rebuilt to ensure optimum efficiency and accessibility throughout the hotel. The primary focus of the build was to retain the identity and integrity of The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens to give guests a sense of homecoming with the familiar silhouette of the two towers and an interior design that relates to the tradition of the hotel. The gardens at The Dunloe Hotel &


Gardens are celebrated in all aspects of the renovation and can be enjoyed both outside and from within the property. Guests can traverse the world in an hour in the gardens of the hotel, with plant varieties representing countries near and far, while the newly- developed herb garden delivers fresh seasonal herbs for the hotel’s chefs. As one of the leading luxury hotels in Ireland, The Dunloe rests on a 64 acre


estate, with manicured pathways leading to the ruins of an old castle, which lies hidden within the grounds. Guests can enjoy a range of complimentary onsite leisure activities including swimming, sauna, steam room, techno-gym, fishing, horse riding, and tennis. Golf, tours and walks can also be arranged locally. As winner of the Best Family Friendly


Hotel award in the 2016 Keelings Gold Medal Awards, The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens offers spacious family rooms that are suitable for two adults and up to three children - perfect for a family getaway. Families can embrace the opportunity to spend some quality time together whilst kayaking along the River Laune, which flows through the estate grounds. Or can relax and rewind by fishing from the river bank, playing indoor tennis, having fun in the Adventure Playground, or riding Haflinger ponies. Additionally, a Kids Club and movie night programme runs for children throughout the summer months. 2018 marks the beginning of a new


chapter in the story of The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens: a chapter that is a fitting foundation for the next half century.


www.thedunloe.com | 064 664 4111 | reservations@thedunloe.com


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