Fermanagh hotel named best in NI

Fermanagh's Manor House Country Hotel has been named the AA Hotel of the Year for Northern Ireland.

The Manor House Country Hotel near Killadeas has been named the best this year in Northern Ireland.

The family-run four-star hotel picked up the award - given to hotels that are recognised as being outstanding in their particular market - at a glittering ceremony in London last week.  

Located in the heart of the Fermanagh Lakelands, on the shores of Lower Lough Erne, the Manor House Country Hotel is one of Northern Ireland’s leading hotels. Steeped in history, the origins of the Manor House Country Hotel date back to the 17th century.

A privately-owned property that has been lovingly restored and developed by the McKenna family, the hotel now combines old world charm with modern luxury and a warm Fermanagh welcome creating a charming country house ambience.

John O'Neill, general manager of the hotel, says the award is a tribute to the McKenna Family who own the property.

"I would very much see this award as a recognition of  the thirty years that the McKenna Family have spent their time and money investing in this wonderful property that we have on the shores of Lough Erne," he said.

"And it's very much for all my staff here, some of them who've been with the property for 15-20 years along that journey - and I just happened to be fortunate to be leading the ship at this time," he added.

Since opening its doors almost 60 years ago, generations of guests have enjoyed the sense of tranquillity, luxury accommodation, focus on exceptional local produce, and superb views of Lough Erne from the four-star property.

“The award is widely recognised within the industry as the Oscar we all want to win,” said Managing Director of the Manor House Country Hotel, Liam McKenna.

“The accolade of being selected as the best Hotel in Northern Ireland by the AA is tremendous recognition of the journey that began 30 years ago, developing and restoring the Manor House into a venue that would attract guests locally, regionally and internationally. I am absolutely delighted for all my team that work together on a daily basis to provide a memorable guest experience with the renowned Fermanagh charm and welcome," he added.