11 Dec 2023

'Excellent' Co Antrim Hotel Awarded Four Stars by Tourism NI

A Templepatrick hotel has been awarded a four-star accommodation grading by Tourism NI. The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat was found to offer "very high standards" throughout the property.

Two women smiling at the camera with a four star plaque award at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat. 

Claire McNaughton, Accommodation Certification Manager at Tourism NI pictured with Lynsey Gordon, General Manager Associate Director at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat. 

The Tourism NI Quality Grading Scheme is a mark of distinction and gives visitors a clear idea of the standards of accommodation, service and cleanliness that they can expect during their stay.

The scheme is open to hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, self-catering, hostels and guest accommodation with businesses capable of achieving a grading of between one to five stars.

Claire McNaughton, Accommodation Certification Manager at Tourism NI, said: “Tourism NI is delighted to award The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat with a four-star grading. 

“This is a thoroughly deserved award, testament to the facilities and services offered to guests and I wish Lynsey and the entire team here at The Rabbit Hotel every success.”

Lynsey Gordon, General Manager Associate Director at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat, said: “The Tourism Northern Ireland grading scheme is a mark of distinction of The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat's standards and reputation.

“It not only verifies our commitment to exceptional guest experiences but boosts our visibility, attracting discerning guests seeking quality and authenticity”.

Located lakeside, the Rabbit Hotel boasts a host of unique bedrooms as well as dining at The Rabbit Restaurant. The property is a sister hotel of the Galgorm Resort & Spa. Further details are available at www.rabbithotel.com

For 2024 Tourism NI will be offering a range of support to accommodation businesses including a new e-learning platform to be launched in early 2024, experience and enterprise development programmes, a 'Get Into Tourism' customer service course and the 'Make it Here' Phase 3 recruitment campaign.