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Friday, 14 March 2014

Belmore Court & Motel - Cleans Up

Housekeepers from throughout Northern Ireland gathered at the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel last night (12th March 2014) to discover who had cleaned up in this year’s Hotel & Guesthouse Housekeeping Awards. The event, which was hosted by UTV’s Pamela Ballantine, saw the Belmore Court & Motel, Enniskillen win the Under 90 Rooms category and the Hilton Belfast awarded first place in the 90 Rooms and Over category.

The awards, organised by the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation, are held on an annual basis and have been designed to showcase the important role of housekeeping and reward the excellence achieved by housekeeping staff. This is the fifth year they have taken place.

Mandy Patrick MBE, President of the NIHF commented, “This competition is really about giving recognition to and rewarding the often unsung heroes & heroines of the accommodation industry - the housekeeping teams. I know that I rely heavily upon my own team and without them our guests would not have the excellent stay they currently experience. 

“This event has been greatly supported by our industry partners and we see this as a key element in its own going success. The Northern Ireland Tourist Board, Bunzl Rafferty Hospitality Products, Gilchrist and Soames along with Ecolab have sponsored this event since its inception five years ago. Their support is testament to their commitment to the industry and ensuring recognition for the housekeeping staff within the sector.”

The 2014 competition included a team assessment day with 56 housekeepers undertaking a range of tasks evaluating the skills they use everyday. This was followed by a surprise on-site inspection for the nine shortlisted finalists. The judges were looking for cleanliness, attention to detail and a good overall guest impression. The objective of the competition is to raise standards in the industry whilst recognising the superb job that housekeepers perform on a daily basis.

The results of the competition.

Under 90 Rooms

WINNER
Belmore Court & Motel, Enniskillen

RUNNER-UP
Galgorm Resort & Spa, Ballymena

90 Rooms and Over

WINNER
Hilton Belfast

RUNNER-UP
Holiday Inn Express, Belfast

The Hotel & Guesthouse Housekeeping Awards are organised by the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation. The event is in its fifth year. The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. It was founded in 1999 to represent the interests of the hotel and guesthouse industry. It lobbies Government, provides a range of services to Members and strives to ensure that everyone in Northern Ireland gains from the tremendous economic and social benefits of a growing tourism sector.

Wednesday, 26 February 2014

Spring Breaks


It's time to brush off those winter cobwebs with Spring just around the corner. Here at Belmore Court and Motel we have put together some exciting packages which are sure to put a spring in your step!

Our Spring Short Breaks are available from 1st February - 31st May. This offer is 2 nights, for £60pps B&B in one of our Standard Double Rooms.


                                                                                      
In addition to our Spring Short Breaks we also have breaks to mark annual events and occasions during the Spring months. The first of which is St Patrick's Day. Our St Patrick's Day package begins from 1 night at £32.50pps B&B. Visitors to the county have the option of staying 2 nights £65.75pps B&B also. Guests will be staying in our Standard Double Rooms. Guests can also enjoy a free late checkout after experiencing Enniskillen's festivities to mark the day.

Mother's Day is on 30th March this year. Don't forget!! Our offer includes chocolates for the special lady on arrival and a stay in one of our Superior Double Rooms. Guests can stay Sunday night from £27.50pps B&B or 2 nights from £65.75pps B&B.

We are also offering egg-citing (pardon the pun, we couldn't resist) Easter Breaks for all the family.
  • Standard Family Room from £20.25pps. This is a room only offer.
  • Dinner B&B offers in a Superior Room, choose from:
    • 2 B&B + 1 Dinner in a local restaurant from £90pps
    • 3 B&B + 2 Dinner in a local restaurant from £142.50pps
    • 4 B&B + 3 Dinner in a local restaurant from £195pps

Why not make Belmore Court and Motel your destination of choice this Spring and take advantage of our fantastic offers.

Remember to keep an eye on our Facebook, Twitter and Blog for information on upcoming events in Enniskillen and the surrounding area this Spring or visit www.fermanaghlakelands.com

Thursday, 13 February 2014

Samson v Golaiths in the Housekeeping Awards

The Belmore Court and Motel are pleased to announce that our housekeeping team are finalists in the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation's annual Housekeeping Awards. Now in its 5th year the awards aim to find the best housekeeping team in Northern Ireland.

Some of the housekeeping team at Belmore Court & Motel

The awards have two categories 'Under 90 Rooms' and 'Over 90 Rooms'. The Belmore Court and Motel are finalists in the 'Under 90 Rooms' category and face some stiff competition in the form of the big boys up the motorway: Malmaison, Ten Square Hotel, Clandeboye Lodge Hotel and the Galgorm Resort & Spa.

We are the only representative from Fermanagh and the only representative West of the Bann left in the competition!

To qualify as finalists two members of the housekeeping team (Diana and Vilija) made the trip to Belfast for an assessment of their skills.

Diana and Vilija's day in Belfast began with Ice Breakers, followed by an explanation of how the day would work, those who scored the highest would be short-listed. The first challenge was to service a bedroom in 10 minutes, this included all the usual housekeeping tasks such as tidying the bed and ensuring the tea tray was fully stocked and clean.

The second challenge was to put together a basket to go into rooms celebrating Valentines Day. The teams had everything they would need set out in front of them as well as a variety of gifts, which they could choose from to include in their baskets. They also had ten minutes to do this. The Belmore Court and Motel's team included a teddy, champagne with two glasses, a candle and a towel, which they shaped like a swan to set off their romantic theme. The ladies assure us their swan impressed everyone on the day!

The third challenge set to the teams was a room inspection with a difference. They had 7 minutes to find 20 hair clips (the same colour as the carpet) and to point them out to the adjudicator without moving or lifting them. Diana and Vilija were proud to have spotted 17 out of 20.

Their team work was also assessed albeit in a less formal way. The ladies were tasked with making a giraffe from Sellotape and newspaper. Diana and Vilija confess that whilst their giraffe might not have been the best in the room it was the most comedic and brought the rest of the room to laughter as it looked pregnant!

Their day in Belfast was followed up by a secret inspection of the Belmore Court and Motel. The inspection included bedrooms, public toilets, bins, the corridor, the lift and the housekeeping team's laundry room. The team impressed the judge so much so that the inspector asked if she could take Diana home! We're not parting with her anytime soon though.

The winner will be announced at a gala dinner on 12th March in the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel; Wish us luck...

UPDATE

We Won - Check it out --- http://belmorecourtmotel.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/belmore-court-motel-cleans-up.html



Tuesday, 20 August 2013

See out the Summer in Style at Enniskillen Castle



It's that time of year again as Enniskillen Castle Museums' 'Summer of Cultures' Family Fun Day returns this Bank Holiday Monday, 26 August, from 2pm to 5pm.  

With something for everyone to enjoy, the afternoon's activities offer a wonderful fusion of local and global cultures.

This year's event brings together a host of activities including balloon modelling, bouncy castles, puppet shows, face painting, arts and crafts activities and much more.

Traditional music and storytelling will mix with drum performances, Chinese Lion dances and demonstrations from 'Women of the World'. 

Join the 'One World Collective Belfast' and decorate stunning large-scale Chinese Warrior Statues, or become a History Detective searching for clues around the museum displays.

Speaking about the forthcoming event, Chairman of Fermanagh District Council, Councillor Alex Baird, said:

"The 'Summer of Cultures' event at the end of August is the perfect way to celebrate the summer before the holidays end, with firm family favourites making a return as well as new activities to experience, transforming the beautiful site of Enniskillen Castle into a hive of creativity and fun."
 
To book a ticket for the event, please contact the Museum Reception on 028 6632 5000.  Admission is £3.50 per person or £15 per group of five. Admission covers all the activities that are part of the event.

Why not stay at Belmore Court & Motel while visiting Enniskillen Castle Museums on our special offer Staycation Package - 2 nights for the price of 1.


Thursday, 8 August 2013

99 out 100 people more than satisfied with Belmore Court & Motel, Enniskillen

In April 2013 the Belmore Court & Motel sent out its eighth annual guest survey to gather feedback from those who had stayed in the previous 12 months.  The survey asked many useful questions that we can use to help improve our facilities and services.  Almost 500 responses were received - online and by post.

These are some of the results:



Receptionist couldn't have been more helpful and went to great lengths to meet our requirements. It is quite refreshing to have a bright and cheerful person on the other end of the phone who is obviously doing their best to accommodate you.
Efficient knowledgeable staff made recommendations relating to the size of our group.
The receptionist was very welcoming and lifted my mood after lost sleep elsewhere previous night
So easy & straightforward especially for an old boy like me
All the ladies that spoke to me on different occasions were very helpful, Una, Nina, Lena and Michelle.
I have stayed at the Belmore Court three years in a row - I have always had a very positive experience!  Location, service, room standard and of course the staff are excellent!  I happily recommend the Belmore to friends and family - thank you so much and I look forward to my next stay!


Attending a wedding at nearby by hotel - the hotels rates very high - Belmore offered as good  a service for much less!! Well done.
My husband and i just fancied a night away together! Enniskillen was a lovely place and the Belmore was so near it that we could just dander in and out!
I needed somewhere convenient with parking - where I could also run a meeting the next morning.  I used your Board room which was excellent.
We both needed a break, for very different reasons. What also helped was excellent recommendations, by your staff of local restaurants, within walking distance.
We just go up to Enniskillen for a bit of a break.  Always stay at the Belmore Court due to the reasonable prices and special offers.
My husband has stayed at the original Belmore Court many times, then stayed in the new motel last year. He liked the standard of accommodation, or rather, knew I would like it, so that plus the sale prices made it an easy decision as a destination for a short break.

The staff where very friendly and this me us feel very welcome
I could not criticise in any way at all as my relatives changed our original booking about 3 times and Michelle and the other girl (sorry for forgetting your name) where patience personified.  They were lovely and so helpful.
Staff were very bubbly and well mannered and always greeted us no matter when or how many times we came in
When we arrived your staff could not have been more friendly they had made us feel very at ease! were very helpful on places to eat and if we need help with the travel cot!
Great banter with the guy at reception and swift check in process for numerous groups at one time
One of the short breaks with mum was for her birthday and the staff kindly left a card and chocolates in our room.  Mum was delighted and I appreciated that time was made to please an elderly lady.

Excellent cleanliness throughout the whole motel.
It was such a lovely room and the walk in shower was lovely.
I was really surprised by the standard of my room it was great.
We had everything we need, beds comfortable, I love my tea an staff were great ensuring we never ran out. Cleaners in every day and as I excepted them to be in an out I wasn't surprised when they offered if there was anything else we may need. Exceptional service.
There should be a category better than excellent because that doesn't do it justice...maybe outstanding? The room was perfect, the bed was the best I've ever slept in, and the bathroom was modern and spotless. As I said, outstanding!
The room was spotless. We had an espresso coffee machine, fridge, kettle and tea, coffee etc. a tv in the bathroom- couldn't ask for more.
Kitchenette was an added bonus after a long car journey.
Modern, bright and a pleasure to stay in.


Oh very much so as we had to use are cards to obtain entrance etc.
Very safe even though my motel room door opened onto near the main road.
Yes we found the security to be very good we noticed the security team to be working later on at nite with young children its good to be assured there is security around the hotel.
Good lock on the door and parking just outside.
Good idea to need keycard to gain entry at night.
The quietness and sense of privacy were very important to us. The quietness at the entrance, a member of staff, always present, at reception and the secure locks, on all doors helped too.


Much better than I expected from a continental buffet, you should be proud.
Breakfast was great in a relaxed atmosphere
Loved the option to have cooked breakfast. Staff helpful, showing you have to work all cooking equipment.
My husband has Coeliac Disease and had requested Gluten Free food, which he received, the staff were excellent at keeping GF food separate, Thank you very much.  When we next stay in Enniskillen we will be staying at the Belmore Court Motel, just a pity you don't do dinner.
On my last stay it was nice to see the addition of some cooked items.
Breakfast was fresh, with lots of choice. Staff replenished the buffet immediately .when items were finished.
We as a family of five enjoy the breakfast simply for the variety of items you can have very handy as we all tend to eat different things in the morning I would also like to add that the food itself is of good quality and taste also the fact you can help yourself to whatever you want when you want is especial good as are youngest takes ages to eat.


Wouldn't stay anywhere else!
I love the rooms. its a touch of luxury. very near the shops. secure parking.
Very central and very welcoming place!
I will be booking again 100% just waiting for a reason to get away.
I was surprised at the superior quality of the accommodation on my first stay.  The rooms compare favourably with the usual Fermanagh Hotel and at a much cheaper rate.
Always would make this my first preference to stay as it is so central to where anyone would want to be in Enniskillen or to go everywhere else but sometime I am dictated to by others who have foolishly booked other places or just to be all together with others in one place.
We just felt we were in friendly, comfortable surroundings and are already planning a return visit. We have also recommended  Belmore Court to others .


Rooms great, good when with kids, great value & location.
Had a lovely neat room for a good price. Didn't feel overcharged for what I got.
Cleanliness, service and friendliness is invaluable.
I stayed with my mom, sister and my 2 teenage daughters - we were give 2 luxurious rooms with adjoining door - our stay was really great and breakfast was a really welcome bonus :)
Definitely excellent.... For the appetite my fiancé has (we're both chef's) he certainly can eat a good few quid at the breakfast buffet!!
We got what we paid for and as advertised on your website
I look out for offers on your site.
Get offers every time an staff go through all options.



 Very much so, and at a very competitive cost.

Certainly from my stay with you I think you have something special. When I'm up there again I will definitely staying with you. All the best Justin
I believe Belmore Court is a fabulous accommodation coupled with great service at excellent value - I wish it could be copied across other parts of Northern Ireland.
Definitely as good as if not better than some well known hotel brands
We received 5 star treatment for a quarter of the price
For comfort, convenience and service you're up there with the best
Thumbs up from me.
Our stay surpassed our expectations leaving us with the desire to tell others.