Awards & Recognition

Cashel Palace Hotel is honoured to be recognised by leading hospitality, travel and dining authorities in Ireland and internationally. These awards reflect the care, craft and notable hospitality delivered across the hotel, from five-star stays and Golden Vale dining to service, spa, weddings and guest experience.

2026

• Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown
  Cashel Palace Hotel was included in the inaugural Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown list, recognising it among the leading hotels in Ireland, the UK and Europe. The Triple Crown brings together Condé Nast Traveller’s major hotel awards and celebrates properties of exceptional character, service and guest experience.
• Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards
  Cashel Palace was recognised as the No. 3 Top Hotel in Ireland, reflecting its continued reputation for exceptional luxury hospitality in County Tipperary.
• Michelin Guide 2026
  The Bishop’s Buttery at Cashel Palace retained 1 Michelin Star in the 2026 Michelin Guide. This marks the third consecutive year that the restaurant has held a Michelin Star.
• Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2026
  Tipperary was named one of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel destinations for 2026, with The Bishop’s Buttery noted as part of the county’s standout food story and Michelin-starred dining scene.
• Virgin Media Gold Medal Hotel Awards 2026
  Cashel Palace was awarded Ireland’s Best Five-Star Hotel Breakfast at the Virgin Media Gold Medal Hotel Awards. The hotel also received Silver for Ireland’s Five-Star Hotel and Silver for Ireland’s Five-Star Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant.
• Irish Restaurant Awards 2026 — County Tipperary Winners
  The Bishop’s Buttery at Cashel Palace was named Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant in Tipperary and Best Wine Experience in Tipperary, while Stefan McEnteer was named Best Chef in Tipperary.
• Les Clefs d’Or Ireland
  Concierge Julie McGrath was inducted into the prestigious Les Clefs d’Or society, joining fellow Cashel Palace concierge Sally McGrath among Ireland’s Golden Keys members.

2025

• Virgin Media Business Gold Medal Hotel Awards
  • Ireland’s Best Castle and Heritage Wedding Excellence — Gold
  • Best Wine Experience — Silver
  • Ireland’s Best Five-Star Hotel — Bronze
• Michelin Guide
  The Bishop’s Buttery retained its 1 Michelin Star.
• Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence
  Cashel Palace was awarded Employer Excellence by Fáilte Ireland.
• Travel + Leisure 500 Best Hotels
  Cashel Palace was recognised in Travel + Leisure’s readers’ 500 Best Hotels.

2024

• Michelin Guide — 2 Michelin Keys
  Cashel Palace Hotel was awarded 2 Michelin Keys, recognising the hotel’s exceptional stay experience. Michelin Keys are awarded to hotels, while Michelin Stars are awarded to restaurants.
• Michelin Guide — 1 Michelin Star
  The Bishop’s Buttery at Cashel Palace was awarded 1 Michelin Star for its refined Irish dining, rooted in Tipperary produce and the Golden Vale.
• Virgin Media Gold Medal Awards
  Cashel Palace was awarded Ireland’s Best Front of House Team — Gold.
• Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
  Cashel Palace ranked No. 12 in Travel + Leisure Readers’ 30 Favorite Hotels in Europe.
• Irish Independent Hot 100
  Cashel Palace was listed at No. 15 among Ireland’s leading hospitality establishments.
• Irish Restaurant Awards
  The Bishop’s Buttery was named Best Hotel Restaurant in All Ireland.
• Great Place to Work Certification
  Cashel Palace achieved Great Place to Work certification for the third consecutive year.

2023

• Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
  Cashel Palace was voted No. 3 Top Hotel in Ireland, recognising its exceptional guest experience and luxury hospitality.
• Condé Nast Traveller Hot List
  Cashel Palace was featured as one of the best new hotels in the world, recognising its meticulous restoration and luxury offering.
• Irish Restaurant Awards
  The Bishop’s Buttery was named Best Hotel and Guesthouse Restaurant, acknowledging its outstanding culinary offering.

2022

• Georgina Campbell’s Guide
  Cashel Palace was awarded Hotel of the Year 2022, celebrating its return as a luxury destination following its reopening in March 2022.

Michelin Guide Recognition

Cashel Palace Hotel is recognised with 2 Michelin Keys for its exceptional hotel experience, while The Bishop’s Buttery holds 1 Michelin Star for its refined Irish dining.

This distinction is important: Michelin Keys recognise outstanding hotels, while Michelin Stars recognise restaurants. Together, they place Cashel Palace among a select group of Irish luxury hotels with both exceptional stay and dining recognition.

These awards and accolades reflect the dedication of our team and the experiences we are proud to offer our guests. From hospitality and heritage to dining, wine, breakfast, weddings and service, Cashel Palace remains committed to the highest standards of Irish luxury hospitality in the heart of County Tipperary.

Michelin Star for The Bishop’s Buttery: Awarded in February 2024, The Bishop’s Buttery has been recognized for its exceptional contemporary Irish cuisine, sourced from local farmers and artisans.

Stephen Hayes congratulated his team and Head Chef of The Bishop’s Buttery, Stefan McEnteer, saying:

“We are really delighted with this recognition from Michelin. Gaining a Michelin Star so soon after opening is a fantastic achievement. It has always been my hope to receive the Star and now, along with Stefan and the team, we have achieved it. I honestly couldn’t be any happier. This is an important recognition of our hard work and is wonderful for team morale, reflecting our ambitions front and back of house.”

A member of the Cashel Palace Hotel opening team, Stephen was formerly Head Chef of the Michelin-starred restaurant at The Cliff House Hotel in Waterford, further enhancing his skills thereafter at the Michelin three-starred Restaurant De Librije in Holland.

Head Chef Stefan McEnteer previously honed his skills under the mentorship of renowned Irish chefs Neven Maguire and Derry Clarke. His background includes considerable experience in high-calibre culinary environments, preparing him for the challenge of establishing The Bishop's Buttery amongst Ireland’s finest dining destinations.