Kilkenny hotel celebrates two-in-a-row with Great Place to Work certification

Newpark Hotel Kilkenny has once again been officially certified as a Great Place to Work, retaining the internationally recognised accreditation for a second consecutive year.

The achievement comes during a significant period of growth for the four-star hotel, which has recently announced its largest ever investment in their onsite Jurassic Newpark attraction.

The Great Place to Work Certification is awarded following confidential employee feedback and an independent assessment of workplace culture. The recognition celebrates organisations that foster trust, respect, inclusion and a positive employee experience, making it one of the most respected workplace accreditations worldwide. Newpark has also been recognised as one Ireland's Best Workplaces in Hospitality, which celebrates hotels dedicated to the innovative, customer-focused, high performing, and forward-thinking cultures developed by hotels within Ireland's dynamic Hospitality industry.

Part of the Flynn Hotel Collection, Newpark Hotel has continued to strengthen its reputation as one of Ireland's leading hospitality employers while simultaneously investing in the future of the business. This summer sees the rollout of the largest expansion in Jurassic Newpark's history, with new attractions, accessibility improvements and family experiences designed to enhance the visitor offering and support the hotel's continued growth.

Mary O'Neill, People and Culture Manager at Newpark Hotel, said: "Receiving Great Place to Work Certification and Ireland's Best Workplaces in Hospitality accreditation is something we're incredibly proud of because it comes directly from our team. Hospitality is all about people, and creating a workplace where colleagues feel respected, supported and valued is every bit as important as creating memorable experiences for our guests. As we continue to grow and invest in the future of Newpark Hotel, maintaining that culture remains one of our highest priorities."

General Managers Niall Dunne and Mark Flynn added: "We're continually investing in Newpark Hotel, whether that's through exciting developments like the expansion of Jurassic Newpark or through the people who make the hotel what it is every day.”