Slieve Russell Hotel receives 2 ‘Great Place to Work’ awards

A prestigious ceremony took place in Dublin last week.

The Slieve Russell Hotel in Ballyconnell has been recognised as one of Ireland’s top 20 best large workplaces for 2025 at the prestigious Great Place to Work ceremony.

The ceremony, held on Wednesday, February 26 at the Clayton Hotel in Dublin, celebrated organisations that prioritise employee well-being, innovation, and a strong workplace culture.

Cathal Divilly, CEO of Great Place to Work, remarked on the importance of creating workplaces where employees thrive. “The workplace is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by innovation, technology, and the changing expectations of employees,” he added.

“As we reflect on the past year and look toward the future, one thing remains certain - organisations that prioritise trust and employee experience stand out as the true leaders of today and tomorrow.”

Meanwhile, the Slieve Russell has an excellent reputation in the hospitality industry and has long been recognised as a leader in their field, fostering employee satisfaction, well-being, and professional growth.

The hotel has embraced a forward-thinking approach to employee well-being and the management team works hard to provide a positive work environment for all of their employees. It is this dedication to its team members that have placed Slieve Russell firmly at the top of Ireland’s top workplaces.

In addition to being awarded one of Ireland’s Top 20 Best Large Workplaces for 2025, the Slieve Russell was also honoured on the night with the highly coveted special awards - ‘The Great Place to Work Team Award’.

In awarding the local hotel with this prestigious prize, it was commented that ‘’a great workplace doesn’t happen by chance; it’s built by teams that support, collaborate, and create an environment where everyone can thrive”.

Tony Walker, General Manager of the Slieve Russell, added: “We are delighted to receive these two National awards from the prestigious ‘Great Place to Work’ body. They reflect the dedication of our entire team across the whole hotel who contribute daily to making the Slieve Russell a place where employees feel supported and valued.

“It is our core belief that our team members are the backbone of our success and by investing in our people, we will continue to go from strength to strength. Our People and Culture Teams are leading the way in their field and play a crucial role in shaping the Slieve Russell workplace by ensuring every department has a voice’’.