Register to get 3 free articles
Register to unlock the article and receive our free newsletter. Join 26,000 other hotel leaders and stay in the know.
Want unlimited access? View Plans
Already have an account? Sign in
Dunadry Hotel and Gardens in Antrim has started building work on a new thermal spa garden, following a 600,000 investment by the McKeever Hotel Group.
The news follows the recent opening of The Cellar, the site’s showcase Irish whiskey venue.
With a maximum capacity of 20 guests, the private access spa garden has been designed to provide an “intimate” and “exclusive” space with direct access from the guest bedrooms.
The spa will feature hot tubs, a sauna, a cool water plunge, a glass house and relaxation areas.
The investment reflects the growing demand for health and wellness, as well as providing an alternative for those seeking “high end, inclusive staycations”.
Designed and constructed by Newtownabbey-based contractor, Pure Fitout, the spa garden, which is located in what once was the hotel’s private courtyard, is expected to be completed by mid-November.
Eddie McKeever, McKeever Hotel Group managing director, said: “Wellness continues to transform the hospitality sector with demand for sanctuary spa spaces soaring as consumers become increasingly health conscious. While we’ve always offered facilities such as the Health & Fitness Club and massage therapies to guests, we realised there was a gap in the market for a premium retreat experience.
“Even for those who aren’t necessarily health and wellness focused, our new spa allows us to tap into the luxury staycation market, offering a bespoke experience to couples, honeymooners and parents wanting a quality child-free, relaxing break.”
Paul Quinn, Dunadry Hotel and Gardens general manager, added: “The Dunadry has undergone significant development in recent years, creating a much more up-market look and feel, complete with specialist offerings to broaden its appeal to the tourism market.
“Our new spa comes a few months after the opening of The Cellar, a private venue to showcase and taste an extensive range of premium Irish whiskeys and fine wines. These unique attractions will only complement each other. Much of this development has been driven by the ever changing needs and demands of our guests, visitors and corporate clients. It also reflects how our, “we do more” ethos applies across our staff, our culture and our guest experience.”
