Staff numbers and revenues increase at four-star hotel

The general manager of a four-star Limerick hotel revealed yesterday it has employed additional staff in response to increased revenues.

Sean Lally was yesterday commenting on new figures that show that pre-tax profits at Limerick Strand Hotel Ltd more than doubled in 2011 from €27,718 to €78,240. Mr Lally said: “In 2012, the hotel managed to grow its sales year-on-year in a tough trading environment.”

He said the hotel also had increased profits last year. “We approach 2013 with cautious optimism. There are a number of drivers locally which are very positive, such as an independent Shannon Airport; the combination of Limerick City Council and Limerick County Council with a renewed focus on tourism and festivals in Limerick which will benefit the hotel and the increased number of festivals and events in Limerick.”