A substantial investment by the hotel’s owners the Liebherr family, has brought new life to the 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, and Kerry TD Brendan Griffin, Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, both joined Dr Isolde Liebherr to celebrate and welcome the reopening of this magnificent 5-star hotel.
Speaking at the official re-opening, Mr. Coveney said, “It is my great pleasure to open a new jewel for tourists in Ireland, in a place that is one of the jewels in the crown of our entire tourist industry. The rebirth of this hotel is a further sign of the Liebherrs’ dedication”. Mr. Griffin emphasized the event’s importance for local tourism: "This is very positive news for Kerry tourism. The Europe, The Dunloe and Ard na Sidhe hotels are some of the top hotels in Kerry and this investment builds on a strong tradition of hospitality by this hotel group."
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