Northern Irish hospitality group the Galgorm Collection has announced that it is planning to open a new hotel called The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat in Templepatrick, Co. Antrim, on June 18.
The new hotel will open following an investment of £10 million and will create 26 new jobs.
The property that houses The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat was formerly the Templeton Hotel. It was acquired by the Galgorm Collection in 2018 and subsequently transformed into the new 33-bedroom boutique hotel.
In addition to its 33 bedrooms, The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat features an outdoor spa, a lakeside beach, a lakeside walk, an onsite bar and restaurant, and an exclusive-use events space for weddings and conferences.
Galgorm Collection Managing Director Statement
Galgorm Collection managing director Colin Johnston stated, "After more than 18 months of extensive redevelopment and a challenging year for the hospitality industry, we're thrilled to throw open our doors and welcome guests to enjoy this unmatched new experience.
"Not only does this represent a significant investment in the local economy and cements our longstanding commitment to support and grow our tourism industry, but it comes with 26 new hospitality roles which we are currently recruiting for."
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