Mayo born hotel general manager appointed to prestigious role in Northern Ireland

A Mayo born hotel general manager who has worked in Dublin and New York has been appointed to the position of general manager to Culloden Estate and Spa, which was the first five-star hotel to be located in Northern Ireland.
Cormac Fadden, who is a native of Sraheens in Achill, has joined the five-star luxury resort located in Holywood, just seven miles from Belfast, following three years in the role of hotel manager at Castlemartyr Resort in Co Cork.
Mr Fadden also worked as revenue and resident manager at The Fitzwilliam Hotel, Dublin for more than six years, and was part of the team at the Hilton DoubleTree in the city. He also worked at Fitzpatrick’s Hotel in New York for a period.
He has both a BSc and MSc in hotel and restaurant management from Technological University Dublin as well as a diploma in digital marketing.
Culloden Estate and Spa, which is part of the Hastings Hotels Group, was the first Northern Ireland hotel to be given five-star status, back in 1996.

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Mr Fadden said it was a privilege to lead the exceptional team here Culloden Estate and Spa in Belfast.
“Here tradition meets modern luxury andn together we will continue to create extraordinary guest experiences, ensuring every visit is memorable to Culloden Estate while maintaining the timeless elegance that our guests have come to expect. I am passionate about hospitality, and I am determined to build on the outstanding reputation that Culloden Estate holds.
“My focus is to build a culture of excellence, and I look forward to shaping the future of this remarkable hotel, alongside a passionate group of professionals.”
James McGinn, managing director of Hastings Hotels, said: “We are delighted to welcome Cormac Fadden as general manager of the Culloden Estate and Spa.
“With his extensive experience in luxury hospitality and a proven track record of excellence, we are confident that Cormac will continue to enhance the Culloden’s reputation as Northern Ireland’s premier five-star retreat.
“His leadership and passion for guest experience align perfectly with our commitment to delivering world-class service, and we look forward to seeing him drive the hotel’s continued success.”