Hotels across the Midlands are celebrating, with the region securing 20 finalists for this year’s highly-anticipated 35th Virgin Media Business Gold Medal Hotel Awards. 

Now in their 35th year, the Gold Medal Hotel Awards are recognised as the leading independent awards programme for the Irish hospitality industry.

After careful consideration and evaluation by the esteemed panel of judges, they have selected a group of outstanding organisations who have shown exemplary dedication and excellence in the hospitality industry. 

This year’s Awards have been more competitive than ever, with almost 1,000 impressive entries across 32 categories. Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists!

Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on the 28th of January 2025 at The Galmont Hotel & Spa. 

Midlands Finalists

From luxurious 5 star resorts, to lakeside retreats, historic castles and foodie-destinations, the list of Midlands finalists in this years awards is a perfect snapshot of the high quality and diverse offering of the hotels in our region.

Ireland’s 5 Star Resort

• Ballyfin Demesne, Laois

Ireland’s Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant

• Hackett’s Eatery at the County Arms Hotel, Birr

Ireland’s 4 Star Resort

• Glasson Lakehouse, Glasson
• Wineport Lodge, Glasson
• Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone

Ireland’s 4 Star Hotel Spa Experience

• The Sheraton, Athlone
• Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone
• The Heritage, Killenard

Ireland’s Business and Conference Hotel

• Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise

Ireland’s Afternoon Tea Hotel

• The Heritage, Killenard
• Wineport Lodge, Glasson

Ireland’s Menu Provenance Award

• Ballyfin Demesne, Laois

Ireland’s Castle and Heritage Wedding Excellence

• Kinnitty Castle, Offaly

Ireland’s 5 Star Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant

• Ballyfin Demesne, Laois

Ireland’s Small Wedding Hotel

• Kinnitty Castle, Offaly

Ireland’s 3 Star Hotel

• Castle Varagh Hotel, Castlepollard

Ireland’s Breakfast Experience

• Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise

Ireland’s Chef of the Year

• Ger O’Riordan, Hackett’s Eatery at the County Arms Hotel, Birr

Ireland’s Wine Experience

• Ballyfin Demesne, Laois
• Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone

Go to the Visit homepage of Midlands Ireland to learn more about a holiday or short break in the Midlands region.