Our Awards and Recognitions
At Midlands Park Hotel
Midlands 103 Bar of the Year 2025
We’re thrilled to share that Midlands Park Hotel was awarded Hotel Bar of the Year 2025 at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
Fitness Class Instructor 2025 - Derinn Byrne
We’re incredibly proud of Derinn Byrne from our Health & Fitness Club, who was named Fitness Class Instructor of the Year at the Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards.
Midlands 103 Spa of the Year 2025
We’re thrilled to share that Midlands Park Hotel was awarded Spa of the Year 2025 at the Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards.
Midlands 103 Overall Hotel of the Year 2024
We are delighted to announce that Midlands Park Hotel was crowned Overall Hotel of the Year for the second consecutive year at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
Midlands 103 Overall Hotel of the Year 2023
We are delighted to announce that Midlands Park Hotel was crowned Overall Hotel of the Year at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
Midlands 103 Chef of the Year 2023
Aine McEvoy has been awarded Chef of the Year at Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
Midlands 103 Rising Star (Hotel) 2023
Vanessa Langford, Marketing Manager, has been awarded Hotel Rising Star of the Year at Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
Midlands 103 Rising Star (Restaurant) 2023
Darren Whelan, Kelly's Steakhouse, has been awarded Restaurant Rising Star of the Year at Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
IHF Midlands Branch Employee of the Year 2023
Austin Delaney has been awarded Employee of the Year at IHF Midlands Branch Awards.
Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce Midlands Park Hotel have been awarded Best Workplace at the Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards.
Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards 2023
Irene Ogbulafor has been awarded Best Personal Trainer of the Year at Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards.
Irish Restaurant Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce Kelly’s Steakhouse has won the Best Customer Service Award at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2023- Leinster Region.
Best Workplaces for Women 2023
Midlands Park Hotel are proud to be awarded as one of 2023's Best Workplaces for Women in Ireland.
Best Workplace Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce Midlands Park Hotel have been awarded Best Medium Places to Work at the Best Workplace Awards.
Best Workplace Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce Midlands Park Hotel have been awarded The Storytelling Award at the Best Workplace Awards.
Irish Wedding Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce Midlands Park Hotel have been awarded Romantic Wedding Venue of the Year in the 5th annual Irish Wedding Awards 2023.
Great Place to Work 2022 & 2023
We are delighted to announce that Midlands Park Hotel has been awarded the Great Place to Work Certification™ for 2022 & 2023.
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022
Charter Bar and Eatery have been awarded Hotel Bar of the Year at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022.
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022
Aoife O'Connor has been awarded Receptionist of the Year Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022.
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022
Bernard Rochford has been awarded Chef of the Year at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022.
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022
Midlands Park Hotel Group Operations Manager Dara Cruise has been awarded a Contribution to Hospitality award at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2022.
Irish Hotels Federation Awards 2022
Midlands Park Hotel has been awarded Employer of the Year at the Irish Hotels Federation Awards 2022.
Restaurant Awards 2021
Kelly's Steakhouse have been awarded best casual dining experience at the Restaurant Awards 2021.
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards 2024
At Midlands Park Hotel
05.11.24
The four-star Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise, Co. Laois, has once again been recognized for excellence, securing the prestigious title of Overall Hotel of the Year for the second consecutive year at the fifth annual Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards.
The ceremony, held on Monday, November 05, 2024, at The Tullamore Court Hotel, brought together leading figures from the hospitality, food, and beverage sectors across Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.
The Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in hospitality across the Midlands, and Midlands Park Hotel proudly received overall hotel of the year, reflecting its unwavering dedication to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Rooted in a mission of care, Midlands Park Hotel consistently upholds a culture that prioritises diversity, inclusivity, and a strong sense of community. The hotel fosters an environment of equal opportunity and excellence, both in guest experience and team development.
Commenting on the hotel’s achievements, General Manager George Leahy shared, “It is an immense honour to receive hotel of the year awards at the Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards. I am deeply grateful for the dedication of every member of our team at Midlands Park Hotel. They create an exceptional workplace each day. My sincere thanks go to our remarkable team for their commitment, and, of course, to our guests—without whom this recognition would not be possible.”
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