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The Bedford Townhouse Wins Prestigious Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Award 2025
The Bedford Townhouse Wins Prestigious Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Award 2025 for the Wild Atlantic Way Limerick, Ireland. Pictured at the ceremony were from left Denise Grace and Denise Brazil, The Bedford Townhouse, and Paul Kelly, CEO, Fáilte Ireland. Pic: Eamon Ward
The Bedford Townhouse has been awarded the Fáilte Ireland Employer Excellence Best Employer Award 2025 for the Wild Atlantic Way region

The Employer Excellence Best Employer Award 2025 was presented on May 7th, 2025, recognising The Bedford Townhouse as a leading employer in Ireland’s thriving tourism sector.
This prestigious accolade is part of Fáilte Ireland’s national Employer Excellence Awards, which honour businesses that demonstrate outstanding commitment to employee wellbeing, development, and workplace culture in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Located in the heart of Limerick, The Bedford Townhouse is a boutique hospitality destination renowned for its elegant design, personalised service, and exceptional guest experience. The award acknowledges the organisation’s dedication to creating a supportive and inspiring environment for its team while continuously raising the bar for employee engagement in the tourism industry.
“We are incredibly honoured to receive this award from Fáilte Ireland,” said Denise Brazil, CoProprietor of The Bedford Townhouse.

“Our team is the heartbeat of our business, and this recognition is a reflection of their passion, professionalism, and commitment to hospitality excellence. Peter and I have always believed that a great guest experience begins with a happy and empowered team, and we share this award with all our team.”
The Employer Excellence Award follows a comprehensive evaluation process, including employee feedback and an assessment of workplace practices that support professional development, inclusion, and employee satisfaction.
This win positions The Bedford Townhouse as a benchmark employer not only along the Wild Atlantic Way but across Ireland’s hospitality landscape.