The year has started on a high note for the RomanticCastles of Ireland collection, with our team proudly bringing home severalprestigious awards. These accolades are a testament to our commitment toexcellence, ensuring every guest experiences the magic and grandeur ofIreland’s most romantic castles.
We are thrilled to announce that Romantic Castles ofIreland has been named Ireland’s Best Family-Run Hotel Group at theVirgin Media Business Gold Medal Awards. This recognition highlights ourdedication to creating warm, welcoming, and unforgettable stays across ourcollection.
Adding to this success, Markree Castle was awarded Silverat the Virgin Media Business Gold Medal Awards for Ireland’s Best Castle andHeritage Wedding Venue. This accolade reaffirms Markree Castles reputation asone of the country’s most enchanting locations for couples seeking a fairy-talewedding.
Meanwhile, Cabra Castle has continued to shine, winningBest 4-Star Hotel at the 33rd CIE Tours Awards of Excellence. This prestigiousaward celebrates the outstanding experience and hospitality that our teamprovides to guests from around the world. Additionally, Cabra Castle was namedCastle Wedding Venue of the Year 2025 at the Wedding Supplier Awards—one of themost coveted awards in the wedding industry.
Not to be outdone, Ballyseede Castle was crowned BestCastle Wedding Venue at the Save My Date Awards, reinforcing its status as oneof Ireland’s premier wedding destinations.
Beyond these incredible achievements, each of our castleshas been recognised as a great place to work, a testament to the dedication andpassion of our entire team. We take immense pride in creating extraordinaryexperiences, whether for weddings, luxury getaways, or corporate retreats.
These awards are a reflection of the hard work andcommitment of our teams across Ballyseede Castle, Bellingham Castle, CabraCastle, and Markree Castle. We are grateful to our wonderful guests andindustry partners for their continued support.
As we celebrate these milestones, we look forward toanother year of unforgettable moments, exquisite stays, and making dreams cometrue in Ireland’s most romantic castles.