The directors of Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Dublin have bought the Woodenbridge Hotel and Lodge in Wicklow, Ireland’s oldest hotel.
The hotel becomes the second property in the newly named Fitzpatrick Hotel Collection, which aims to expand further in the coming years.
Located in the Vale of Avoca, Woodenbridge has hosted many notable guests, including Éamon de Valera, Michael Collins and Daniel O’Connell since it was established in 1608.
“Our goal is to honour the rich history of the hotel, while bringing the Fitzpatrick family commitment to exceptional service and hospitality,” said Mark Scott-Lennon, Managing Director of the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel.
“We are excited to build on the hotel’s legacy and create new traditions that reflect our values and vision for excellence,” he added.
Previous owner of Woodenbridge, Gerard O’Brien thanked everyone involved with the hotel over the past 31 years.
“The Fitzpatrick family has built its reputation on strong family values which very much reflect our own and it’s with great pride that we pass on the keys to them today,” he said.
“We’re delighted that they recognised both the quality of our offering and the clear synergies between our hotels, ensuring The Woodenbridge becomes a natural extension of the Fitzpatrick family,” he added.
